Sapporo Travel Guide: 680+ Hotels and 160+ Tours, Japan

About Sapporo

Snowy winters, broad avenues and steaming bowls of miso ramen define Sapporo’s northern character. Japan’s Hokkaido capital brings food, festivals and mountain landscapes into the city.

Odori Park hosts seasonal festivals, while the Sapporo Clock Tower and Hokkaido University Botanical Garden add landmarks and greenery to the central streets. Susukino fills the evening with restaurants and bars, and the Sapporo Beer Garden & Museum ties local brewing to hearty Jingisukan.

July through August and December through February bring the city’s clearest seasonal appeal. Miso ramen and soup curry are central stops around Chuo-ku.

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Hotels in Sapporo

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Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Resort Spa Mizu no Uta

9.3Superb · 195 Reviews

Shikotsuko Onsen Chitose | Sapporo, 066-0281, JP

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Chalet Ivy Jozankei

9.7Superb · 75 Reviews

Minami-ku Jozankei Onsen Higashi 3chome 231 | Sapporo, 061-2302, JP

Spa & wellness

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ONSEN RYOKAN Yuen Sapporo

9.1Superb · 699 Reviews

Chuo-ku Kita1jo Nishi7chome 6 | Sapporo, 060-0001, JP

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Jozankei Tsuruga Resort Spa Mori no Uta

9.2Superb · 94 Reviews

Jozankei Onsen Higashi 3-192 Minami-ku Jozankei | Sapporo, 061-2302, JP

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Miidokoro House Hotel

9.9Superb · 23 Reviews

Hokkaido Sapporo Chuo-ku Minami14jo Nishi14chome1-35 | Sapporo, 064-0914, JP

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Guesthouse Erimo Apartment

9.3Superb · 58 Reviews

Toyohira-ku Hiragishi2jo 5chome 2-28 Erimoapartment | Sapporo, 062-0932, JP

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Jr Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo

8.9V. good · 629 Reviews

Chuo-ku Kita5 Nishi2-5 | Sapporo, 060-0005, JP

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La'gent Stay Shin Sapporo

8.8V. good · 93 Reviews

1-6-3-5 Astubetsu Chuo Atsubestu-ku Sapporo Hokkaido Japan | Sapporo, 004-0051, JP

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Ranked by verified guest score, then stars. Based on 683 of 706 hotels with verified data.

Best for families

Family rooms listed · 59 hotels qualify

Chalet Ivy Jozankei9.7/10 · 75 reviews · 3.5-star
The Gate Hotel Sapporo by Hulic9.4/10 · 66 reviews · 4-star
The Base Sapporo Susukino9.4/10 · 108 reviews · 3-star
Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Resort Spa Mizu no Uta9.3/10 · 195 reviews
Arura Sapporo9.2/10 · 203 reviews

Best for drivers

Free parking · 22 hotels qualify

Grand Blissen Hotel Jozankei9.3/10 · 177 reviews · 4-star
Suizantei Club Jozankei9.3/10 · 79 reviews · 4-star
Jozankei Onsen Yurakusoan9.2/10 · 177 reviews · 4-star
Swiss Inn sapporo9.2/10 · 103 reviews · 3-star
Villa Sapporo Honobono9.2/10 · 67 reviews · 2-star

Best for a pool

Swimming pool listed · 3 hotels qualify

Apa Hotel & Resort Sapporo8.7/10 · 350 reviews
Jozankei View Hotel7.9/10 · 172 reviews
Jozankei Manseikaku Hotel Milione7.9/10 · 86 reviews

Sapporo at a glance

Check-in / check-out

3:00 PM / 10:00 AM

Free parking

78 of 266 hotels (29%)

Pool

11 of 683 hotels

Climate

Continental

Languages

Japanese and English

Local currency

JPY (JPY)

Local time

00:49 (GMT+9)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

3 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Odori Park

Tap water

Generally described as safe to drink

Tipping

Not customary

History, culture and food in Sapporo

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 85 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Miso Ramen Soup Curry Jingisukan Sapporo Beer

Hotel facts in Sapporo

Based on 683 of 706 hotels with verified data.

Hotels that list	Hotels	Share
Free parkingof hotels with verified parking	78 of 266	29%
Swimming pool	11 of 683	2%
24-hour front desk	222 of 683	33%
Facilities for disabled guests	141 of 683	21%
Family rooms	129 of 683	19%
Breakfast availablefree or paid depends on the rate	14 of 683	2%
Kitchen or kitchenette	296 of 683	43%
Airport shuttle2 free	14 of 683	2%

Pools and room sizes by star rating

Stars	Pool	Standard room
1-star	–	20 m²usually 11 m²–36 m² · 29 hotels
2-star	–	20 m²usually 14 m²–36 m² · 38 hotels
3-star	3 of 334	19 m²usually 15 m²–25 m² · 136 hotels
4-star	3 of 116	28 m²usually 22 m²–39 m² · 50 hotels
5-star	1 of 12	36 m²usually 19 m²–50 m² · 7 hotels

When to visit Sapporo

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: July Busiest: Jul-Aug, Dec-Feb

Jan

36

Sapporo International Art Festival (often avoided: extreme cold and snow; peak crowds during the Snow Festival)
Feb

43

Sapporo Snow Festival (often avoided: extreme cold and snow; peak crowds during the Snow Festival)
Mar

32

Melting snow, chilly
Apr

24

Cherry blossoms, cool
May

31

Mild, pleasant weather
Jun

50

Pleasant weather (avg high 22°C)
Jul

62

Pacific Music Festival
Aug

51

Sapporo Summer Festival
Sep

23

Typhoon season (Jun-Nov); impacts uncommon
Oct

37

Typhoon season (Jun-Nov); impacts uncommon
Nov

10

Very wet (114 mm rain)
Dec

53

Ski season

Jan Sapporo International Art Festival (often avoided: extreme cold and snow; peak crowds during the Snow Festival)

Feb Sapporo Snow Festival (often avoided: extreme cold and snow; peak crowds during the Snow Festival)

Mar Melting snow, chilly

Apr Cherry blossoms, cool

May Mild, pleasant weather

Jun Pleasant weather (avg high 22°C)

Jul Pacific Music Festival

Aug Sapporo Summer Festival

Sep Typhoon season (Jun-Nov); impacts uncommon

Oct Typhoon season (Jun-Nov); impacts uncommon

Nov Very wet (114 mm rain)

Dec Ski season

Things to do in Sapporo

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

1 place

Hokkaido University Botanical Garden

Chuo-ku 2 hours

Discover diverse flora and a small Ainu museum in a peaceful setting.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

2 places

Sapporo Beer Garden & Museum

Higashi-ku 3 hours

Learn about Japan's oldest beer and enjoy fresh Sapporo Beer and Jingisukan.

Indoors Good for children

Shiroi Koibito Park

Nishi-ku 3 hours

Explore a charming chocolate factory theme park with delicious sweets and activities.

Indoors Good for children

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[Sapporo] Go by private car! Takino Cemetery, Hokkaido Shrine, Shiroi Koibito Park

5.0 (1 review)6–8 hours

Best in the evening

1 place

Susukino Entertainment District

Chuo-ku 3 hours

Experience Sapporo's bustling nightlife, dining, and entertainment hub.

Indoors

Any time of day

3 places

Sapporo Clock Tower

Chuo-ku 1 hour

Visit Sapporo's iconic symbol, a historic wooden building from 1878.

Indoors Good for children

Odori Park

Chuo-ku 2 hours

Stroll through the green heart of Sapporo, host to many festivals.

Outdoors Good for children

Book tours

Sapporo City Tour and Seasonal Events in Odori Park Exploration

4 hours

Sapporo TV Tower

Chuo-ku 1 hour

Enjoy panoramic views of Odori Park and the city from the observation deck.

Indoors Good for children

Book tours

Sapporo TV Tower

4.0 (2 reviews)1–3 hours

Sapporo itineraries, day by day

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First-timer highlights

3 Days in Sapporo — First-Timer Highlights

3 days12 stops

Discover the best of Hokkaido's vibrant capital, from beer and ramen to stunning parks and panoramic views.

This 3-day itinerary is perfect for first-time visitors eager to experience Sapporo's most iconic sights, flavors, and cultural gems. Explore historic landmarks, indulge in local culinary delights, and soak in breathtaking cityscapes, all while enjoying the city's relaxed charm. It's designed for those who want a comprehensive yet manageable introduction to Hokkaido's bustling heart.

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