A visit to the capital of the island of Hokkaido is great at any time of year, and if you’re new to Japan, the great ramen, beer, and beautiful snow festival will have you visiting again and again.
If you’re wondering where to stay in Sapporo, the great accommodation options I share in this article are the ideal base for a visit to this lively city.
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Where you should stay in Sapporo: best areas and hotels for visitors
Sapporo is well worth visiting as it is Japan’s fifth largest city. It offers amazing culture and food as well as amazing hiking, skiing, and hot spring baths.
Here is my take on where you should stay in Sapporo with the best areas and hotels for visitors, no matter your budget.
1. ShareHouseN
| Location | 430-0901 Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Naka-ku Hikuma 2-1-25, Japan |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Hostel |
| Book today | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Nearest airport | Okadama Airport (6.8 miles) |
| Nearest station | Sukenobu (300 yards) |
ShareHouseN is a guest house that is conveniently located for accessing the landmarks and attractions of beautiful Sapporo.
It provides cost-effective accommodation that is under 2 miles from the mainline Sapporo station.
ShareHouseN provides the following guest rooms:
- Single rooms with ensuite bathrooms
- Double rooms with ensuite bathrooms
- Economy single rooms
- Economy double rooms
Some of the rooms have private balconies with city views.
Guests can enjoy the shared lounge, prepare meals in a shared kitchen, and use provided laundry facilities.
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The concierge provides assistance and room service and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the guest house.
ShareHouseN also has a restaurant and snack bar where breakfasts and light meals can be purchased.
Nearby sites include:
- The Hokkaido University Museum
- Sapporo Winter Sports Museum
- Chitosetsuru Sake Museum
- Sapporo Beer Museum
- Odori Park
2. Arts-Candy Sapporo
| Location | 8 Chome-１番49 Minami 13 Jonishi, Hokkaido 064-0913, Japan |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Hotel |
| Book today | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Nearest airport | Okadama Airport (5 miles) |
| Nearest station | Horohira-Bashi Metro (750 yards) |
Arts-Candy Sapporo is a great-value guest house villa in Sapporo that is perfect for a budget trip.
The accommodation consists of the following rooms:
- Villa: a room with a double bed
- Standard villa: a room with a single bed
- Standard villa: a twin room
- Standard villa: a twin room
These rooms vary in setup and may have balconies and a self-contained kitchenette.
All rooms are ensuite and air-conditioned and free Wi-Fi is available.
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In addition, Arts-Candy Sapporo provides a garden, sunny terrace, and a shared lounge where you can meet other guests.
You’ll find it easy to get around Sapporo from this accommodation. The Susukino underground station is about 20 minutes away on foot.
Nearby attractions include:
- The NORBESA Ferris wheel
- Sapporo Ramen Kyowakoku
- Tsukisamu Park
- Ganso Kaminariyoke Shinko
- Iki Tavern Honoro
- Kogumaza.
3. Hotel Nets Sapporo
| Location | 064-0807 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo-ku Minami 7 Nishi 4-2-1, Japan |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Hotel |
| Book today | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Nearest airport | Okadama Airport (4.1 miles) |
| Nearest station | Nakajima Koen Subway Station (350 yards) |
Hotel Nets is one of Sapporo’s newest hotels.
It is located in Chūō-ku, a ward that is very popular with tourists, just moments away from Susukino Subway Station and Higashi Honganji-mae Tram Station.
Hotel Nets has the following room types:
- Single rooms
- Semi-double rooms
- Double rooms
- Twin rooms
The rooms are spacious, air-conditioned, and have an ensuite bathroom. The hotel provides slippers and a hairdryer for guests.
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Other amenities at the hotel include
- Laundry facilities
- Vending machines
- Refrigerators
A buffet breakfast of western and Japanese dishes is served daily.
4. Hotel androoms Sapporo Susukino
| Location | 1-1-9, Minami 7 Jonishi,Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0807 |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Hotel |
| Book today | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Nearest airport | Sapporo Station (1.6 miles) |
| Nearest station | Okadama Airport (5.6 miles) |
This high-end centrally located Sapporo hotel is extremely modern with beautiful furnishing.
The Sapporo Susukino hotel and androoms is designed to provide an escape from the intensity of urban living.
Details like wood paneling and a sauna add to the luxury retreat experience.
hotel androoms Sapporo Susukino has the following guest rooms:
- Standard single rooms
- Moderate single rooms
- Moderate double rooms
- Moderate twin rooms
- Deluxe twin rooms
- Premier twin rooms
- Premier twin with sauna rooms
- Universal rooms with wheelchair access
These rooms are tastefully designed with natural wood. All are ensuite with a Washlet, fridge, TV, kettle, desk, and air purifier.
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Toiletries, nightwear, and slippers are provided for free, and there is Wi-Fi throughout the building.
Hotel androoms also serves breakfast daily and will even deliver it to your room with no extra charge.
The hotel Cafe serves delicious cuisine throughout the day, with a simple, fresh menu of toasted sandwiches and salads.
5. Quintessa Hotel Sapporo Susukino
| Location | 064-0806 4-1-2, Minami 6-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Hotel |
| Book today | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Nearest airport | Okadama Airport (5.6 miles) |
| Nearest station | Susukino Station (5 min) |
The Quintessa Hotel Sapporo Susukino hotel is one of Sapporo’s finest hotels.
Located a short walk from Sapporo Station, it provides all the amenities and comfort that any traveler needs while exploring this amazing city.
Rooms at the Quintessa Hotel Sapporo Susukino include:
- Standard Double
- Standard twin
- Family twin
- Standard twin
- Universal room with wheelchair access
All rooms are ensuite and spacious with seating, a desk, a TV, and a fridge. Valuables can be secured in the supplied safe deposit box.
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There is free high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the hotel.
Quintessa’s restaurant serves a buffet breakfast for an additional fee.
The staff are helpful and can store your luggage while you wait to check in or after you leave.
In Conclusion
It may have played host to the Winter Olympics, but Sapporo is definitely one of Japan’s hottest destinations. These great hotels and guest houses make it easy to explore and enjoy this fabulous city.
