APA Hotel Sapporo Odori Ekimae Minami アパホテル〈札幌大通駅前南〉 札幌大通車站前南 APA 飯店

APA Hotel Sapporo Odori-Ekimae Minami is a 262-room property located in Minami 2-jo Nishi 7-chome, positioned between the Odori Park area and the Susukino entertainment district. It is about a 7-minute walk from Exit 1 of Odori Station, and also within walking distance of Susukino Station and the “Nishi 8-chome” streetcar stop. Access from Sapporo Station is straightforward via subway transfer or taxi. With Odori Park, Tanukikoji Shopping Street, and Susukino all just a short walk away, the hotel is well suited for both business and leisure travelers.

The hotel originally operated as APA Hotel Sapporo and was fully renovated before reopening under its current name in July 2023. This renovation refreshed all guestrooms and public spaces and introduced a new large bath facility. The public bath uses “Komeiseki Onsen,” a type of artificial hot spring, and features ultra-fine bubble showerheads. Additional upgrades such as a coin laundry and ice machines were added with longer stays in mind.

The hotel does not offer dedicated single rooms; instead, Double, Twin, and Japanese-style rooms accommodate one, two, or more guests depending on the configuration. All rooms feature APA’s original “Cloud Fit” beds and “Pride Fit” or “Adjust Fit” pillows, emphasizing sleep comfort despite the compact room sizes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi and wired LAN, a bidet toilet, individual air-conditioning, a refrigerator, an electric kettle, and nightwear.

Room amenities include shampoo, conditioner, body soap, toothbrush sets, razors, brushes, towels, slippers, and more. Additional items such as trouser presses, humidifier–air purifiers, and desk lamps are available on loan. One child of preschool age may share a bed free of charge per adult bed, making the hotel accessible for families despite its city-hotel style.

The hotel’s large public bath is for guests only and features separate men’s and women’s indoor baths plus semi-open-air baths. While no sauna is provided, the baths offer a more spacious alternative to an in-room unit bath—ideal for travelers who want to stretch out and unwind. Operating in morning and evening time slots, the bath can be used either after arrival or before check-out.

Breakfast is served in the first-floor “Diamond Hall” and offered as a Japanese–Western buffet. The selection includes rice, miso soup, grilled fish, and side dishes, as well as bread, salads, eggs, sausages, and other Western options. The venue, originally designed as a banquet hall, provides ample space for smooth traffic flow during busy breakfast hours.

Facilities include a restaurant, coffee house, banquet rooms, and meeting spaces. The building also houses TKP Garden City APA Hotel Sapporo Odori-Ekimae Minami, offering rental conference rooms for meetings, seminars, and social gatherings—making it convenient for guests combining accommodation and business events. Additional amenities include vending machines, paid coin laundry, a gift shop, a beauty salon, parcel delivery services, and cleaning services, supporting mid- to long-term business stays.

The front desk operates 24 hours and features APA’s automated check-in machines, tabletop check-in terminals, and the app-exclusive “1-Second Check-In” system. Online pre-check-in and cashless payment are supported, allowing quick arrival processing. The lobby is equipped with an AED and aroma diffuser, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building.

In terms of access, the hotel’s walkable distance to Odori Station—served by all three Sapporo subway lines—makes it convenient for travel throughout the city. Odori Park, the TV Tower, Tanukikoji, and Susukino are easily explored on foot. Offices and administrative buildings are also nearby, enabling a schedule of work by day and dining or sightseeing by night. Sapporo Station is about a 20-minute walk, though subway or taxi connections are recommended when carrying luggage.

The property offers an on-site flat parking lot with approximately 35 spaces, available on a first-come, first-served basis (no reservations). Usage is generally limited to the period between check-in afternoon and checkout morning. Because vehicle size restrictions and no-reentry rules may apply, guests arriving by car should review the official details beforehand. When the lot is full, nearby coin-operated parking facilities must be used instead. Rates and availability vary by facility and may change, so checking the latest information at the time of use is advised.

Overall, APA Hotel Sapporo Odori-Ekimae Minami is a suitable choice for travelers who want a large business hotel with a public bath while staying within walking distance of both the Odori and Susukino areas. With upgraded guestrooms, an artificial hot-spring bath, banquet and meeting facilities, and an on-site parking lot, the hotel supports a wide range of stays—from solo business trips to group travel and event participation.