Shiraoi accommodation from NZ$69

No sane person would take a trip to Shiraoi without catching the Sapporo JR Tower. Accommodation options nearby include the Hotel Route Inn Sapporo Ekimae Kitaguchi and Hotel Keihan Sapporo.

The Dai-ichi Takimotokan is situated 13 kilometres from the heart of Shiraoi. Or, alternatively, the Noboribetsu Manseikaku is situated 13 kilometres away. The Hotel Yumoto Noboribetsu and also the Ryotei Hanayura Ryokan are some alternative accommodation options in Shiraoi.

After you have spent time in Shiraoi, take the time to discover the other great attractions Hokkaido has to offer. Hokkaido boasts coastal plains, forests, rivers and lakes, as well as common Hokkaido sights like the traditional villages and old towns. Adventurous tourists may also enjoy snowboarding in this part of Japan.

Niseko is 50 kilometres to the northwest of Shiraoi and is home to the Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and Niseko Higashiyama Ski Area. The Hilton Niseko Village and Konkuriito are just some of the accommodation options in Niseko. Or, you could consider staying in Sapporo, 55 kilometres to the north of Shiraoi, where you can choose from the Hotel Route Inn Sapporo Ekimae Kitaguchi and Hotel Keihan Sapporo. Regardless of whether you're passing through or spending a few nights in Sapporo, set aside a little time to visit the Clock Tower, Hokkaido University and Hidamari.

If you enjoy sports and want to see local games, you could visit Sapporo Dome, which is 50 kilometres to the north of Shiraoi. Planning to stay near the action? The Ascent Inn Sapporo and the Renaissance Sapporo Hotel could both be perfect.

New Chitose Airport is the most convenient gateway to Shiraoi. Nearby hotels include the Crowne Plaza Ana Chitose and the Hotel AreaOne Chitose.