Located about a 10-minute drive from Nakashibetsu Airport in Hokkaido, Nakashibetsu Hotel Kutekun is a rare hotel made from a renovated container. Not only the guest rooms but even the exquisite sauna are made from containers, and the sauna inside is so divine that even sauna lovers will be impressed. In this article, we will introduce Hotel Kutekun, which is visited by tourists from all over the country in search of a comfortable stay and sauna.

The meaning behind the name of this hidden waterfall

The name of Hotel Kutekun comes from the secluded waterfall "Kutekun Falls" in Nakashibetsu, and was chosen with the desire to have a name familiar to locals. The idea of turning a container into a hotel came from the fact that containers were previously used as company housing, and the plan was based on that know-how, and Hotel Kutekun was born.

Commitment to comfort

Hotel Kutekun is based on the concept of "easy stay." With the desire for guests to feel at ease, the hotel has created a simple and relaxing space. The beds are designed for maximum comfort, allowing you to relax to your heart's content. The guest rooms are based on light blue and white, reminiscent of waterfalls, allowing for a clean and comfortable stay. The universal rooms are wheelchair accessible and fully equipped to ensure that even those with physical disabilities can stay comfortably.

Also, when you arrive at Hotel Kutekun by car, you can park right in front of the guest rooms, making it easy to load and unload your luggage. Even if you accidentally leave something in your car, you can easily go and retrieve it.

Is the owner also a sauna lover? What is this exquisite sauna filled with all his passion?

Hotel Kutekun's speciality is its sauna that everyone can use. Wearing swimsuits or special sauna wear, up to eight men and women can enter at the same time. The sauna automatically performs the loyly, and outside there is a large cold water bath, which is an essential part of a sauna. After working up a sweat, you can splash around in the cold water bath and you're sure to feel refreshed.

The reason why they decided to install this sauna in the hotel was because the president of the hotel, Takahashi Kogyo, himself, is a sauna lover. "I also love saunas, so I designed the sauna to be the most comfortable for me. It's still in development."

Contribution to the local community learned from the blackout caused by the Iburi Eastern Earthquake

Hotel Kutekun signed an agreement with Shibetsu Town in August 2023 regarding the use of accommodation facilities in the event of a disaster. "After experiencing a blackout during the 2018 Iburi Eastern Earthquake, we felt that in the event of a disaster, people in need of rescue and small children needed a place to stay without inconvenience, so we donated rooms upon request," Takahashi said. In addition, the sauna will be opened so people can get warm during a disaster. This is Hotel Kutekun's contribution to the community, which is possible because they have experienced a major disaster.

If you want to enjoy a smart base for your trip to Eastern Hokkaido

"Once you've experienced staying here, you'll realize that the quality is beyond what you'd expect from a container," says Takahashi. Hotel Kutekun is so comfortable that you'll forget you're inside a container once you enter the room. What's more, the hotel offers contactless check-in and check-out, allowing you to enjoy a smart stay in Eastern Hokkaido. The hotel has even more room to grow. We hope you enjoy a fulfilling stay at Hotel Kutekun, Eastern Hokkaido's secret spot.

NAKASHIBETSU HOTEL KUTEKUN

■Address: 1-1 Higashi 39-jo Kita, Nakashibetsu-cho, Shibetsu-gun, Hokkaido

NAKASHIBETSU HOTEL KUTEKUN Official Website

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