A Stay in the Heart of Sapporo: Mitsui Garden Hotel Sapporo and Sapporo West
For visitors to Hokkaido, Sapporo is a natural starting point. A bustling city surrounded by mountains and nature, it offers all the pleasures of a big city — world-class food, lively nightlife, museums, markets and shopping — while also serving as a gateway to the rest of the island. In winter, its proximity to Hokkaido’s […] The post A Stay in the Heart of Sapporo: Mitsui Garden Hotel Sapporo…
Sapporo, a bustling city in Hokkaido, is an ideal starting point for visitors to the region. With its proximity to Hokkaido's famous ski slopes in winter and its surrounding mountains and countryside in summer, it offers a variety of experiences for travelers. Two specially designed hotels, Mitsui Garden Hotel Sapporo and Mitsui Garden Hotel Sapporo West, provide convenient accommodations right in the heart of the city.
Just four minutes from Sapporo Station, these sister hotels combine a prime location with distinctly Hokkaido touches, guided by Mitsui Garden Hotels' "Stay in the Garden" philosophy. This philosophy focuses on creating a relaxing and rejuvenating environment that reflects the unique character of the surroundings.
Both hotels incorporate local culture, food, art, and traditions while offering modern comforts. The renovated Mitsui Garden Hotel Sapporo reopened in February 2026, featuring over 100 rooms designed for up to three guests, as well as many rooms accommodating four. The hotel's public bath, now reimagined with tiled walls and a courtyard inspired by Sapporo's soft stone, provides a cozy space to warm up after a day of snow sports or outdoor activities.
Mitsui Garden Hotel Sapporo West presents a stylish and unique base with elements that are uniquely Hokkaido, such as cushions adorned with indigenous culture patterns and a red-brick exterior with gas lamp detailing. The hotel's design emphasizes Hokkaido's landscape with deep sea-inspired blue and forest-toned green accents, and its public bath is designed for relaxation and reflection.
Mornings at this hotel feature a primarily Western-style live-kitchen buffet with Hokkaido ingredients, showcasing traditional Japanese fermentation techniques in its restaurant.
These hotels are conveniently located next to each other, putting central Sapporo within easy reach. Odori Park, the Sapporo Clock Tower, Nijo Market, and Akarenga Terrace are all within a short walk away. Whether splitting time between the two hotels or choosing the one that appeals to you more, both offer easy access to a variety of activities, from snow sports to city exploration.
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