Hotel Sharoum Inn 2
by the TopOfHotel team
Hotel Sharoum Inn 2 is the warm, hands-on pick — a small place with a 9.4 service score that punches well above its price.
Hotel Sharoum Inn 2 is the warm, hands-on pick — a small place with a 9.4 service score that punches well above its price.
In-Depth Review
Rooms and decor
In a list full of big chains and international brands, Hotel Sharoum Inn 2 stands out for a different reason — it's a small boutique that feels less like a hotel and more like staying with a Hakodate relative. It's a compact place with only a few dozen rooms, and that smallness is exactly what makes it work. The rooms are clean and simple, the price starts around $55 a night, and the real-guest score sits at a strong 9.2.
Food and amenities
With so few rooms, the staff have the time to look after everyone, and they do — the service score is 9.4, among the highest in the city. Reviews mention staff remembering guests' names from the first evening and pointing them toward Lucky Pierrot, Hakodate's beloved local burger chain. You get free Wi-Fi, a service desk, coin laundry, luggage storage and full toiletries — no onsen bath or fancy extras, just the basics done with care.
Location and getting there
The hotel sits near Hakodate Station, about 8 minutes' walk away. The tram stop for lines 2 and 5 is only 350m off — roughly a 5-minute walk — which puts Goryokaku (great for evening cherry blossoms), Mt. Hakodate, the Motomachi district and the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse all within easy reach. A convenience store sits just 100m away and stays open 24 hours.
Things to know before booking
This is a small, no-frills place, so set your expectations accordingly. You'll find fewer amenities than a large chain hotel, and there's no standout feature like a bath or a view. With only a few dozen rooms, it books up fast in high season — reserve ahead if your dates are fixed.
Our take
Hotel Sharoum Inn 2 is best for couples and solo travelers who like a small, warm, friendly hotel and dislike machine-style check-ins. We recommend it honestly — it's a stay with real character at a price that genuinely earns its 9.2.
Score Breakdown
Assessed by our editorial team from data and real guest reviews
The Honest Verdict — pros & what to know
- A small boutique with a genuinely warm, friendly atmosphere — closer to staying at a relative's place than a hotel.
- Because there are only a few dozen rooms, the staff give every guest real attention, and the service score reflects it at 9.4 — among the highest in Hakodate.
- Easy base near Hakodate Station, with the tram stop for lines 2 and 5 just 350m away for quick connections.
- A strong real-guest score of 9.2 at a friendly price, starting around $55 a night.
- Clean rooms and a 24-hour convenience store only 100m from the door.
- Fewer amenities than a large chain hotel — this is a no-frills small place, not a full-service property.
- With only a few dozen rooms, it fills up fast in high season, so book ahead.
- No standout feature like an onsen bath or a view — you stay here for the service and value, not the extras.
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Insider Tips
- Book well ahead — it's a small hotel with limited rooms that sell out quickly.
- Ask the front desk for local food tips; they're friendly and happy to point you to spots like Lucky Pierrot, Hakodate's beloved local burger chain.
- The tram stop is close by (350m), making day trips out to the sights simple.