APA Hotel Sapporo Susukino-Ekinishi アパホテル〈札幌すすきの駅西〉 APA飯店 - 札幌薄野站西

APA Hotel Sapporo Susukino-Eki Nishi is a 188-room business hotel located in Minami 4-jo Nishi 7-chome in central Sapporo. It is about a five-minute walk from Exit 4 of Susukino Station on the Namboku Subway Line, set just west of the main Susukino entertainment district. The hotel offers a convenient balance of accessibility and calm—close to Tanukikoji Shopping Street, the streetcar line, restaurants, convenience stores, and drugstores, yet slightly removed from the busiest nightlife blocks.

The property consists of the main building and an east wing, among others. Although the building is not new, areas have been renovated over time, and the hotel offers the standard facilities expected of a midrange business hotel. Room types include singles, doubles, twins, triples, fours, and even Japanese-style rooms—making it suitable not only for solo business travelers but also for families and group trips. The fours and Japanese-style rooms are especially practical for parties of 3–4 guests who prefer to stay together in one room.

A major feature is that many rooms offer a separate bath and toilet layout (with some variations depending on building section such as the East Wing, South Wing, and Japanese rooms). This separation provides added convenience for multi-guest stays, offering a better bathing experience than typical unit-bath designs. All rooms come with a heated toilet seat, free Wi-Fi, wired LAN, APA’s signature amenities, a refrigerator, electric kettle, hair dryer, and a duvet-style feather comforter. Bright ceiling lighting and APA’s original Cloud Fit mattresses and pillows further enhance comfort.

The hotel’s main dining facility is the on-site breakfast restaurant, Buffet Restaurant Lavender. Breakfast is served in a Japanese–Western buffet style and features a variety of dishes including items made with Hokkaido ingredients. Alongside hot entrées are salads, bread, and desserts—making it suitable for both business travelers who want a hearty meal and tourists who prefer something lighter. The restaurant operates only for breakfast; guests use surrounding eateries for lunch and dinner.

Additional shared facilities and services include a mixed parking lot with around 50 spaces (first-come, first-served), coin laundry machines, ice machines, vending machines, a microwave, massage arrangements, and dry cleaning services. At the front desk, guests can use the APA “1-Second Check-In” kiosk, which allows for a quick process when pre-registered. APA Digital Information screens provide guidance on hotel facilities and surrounding attractions. Humidifiers, air purifiers, and wheelchairs are available for loan.

Access is convenient: about five minutes on foot from Susukino Station and within walking distance of the Shiseikan Shogakko-mae streetcar stop. From JR Sapporo Station, the ride to Susukino Station on the Namboku Line takes about three minutes, followed by a short walk to the hotel. Travelers from New Chitose Airport typically take the rapid airport train to Sapporo Station and transfer to the subway, though airport buses also serve the Susukino area. Major attractions such as Odori Park, Tanukikoji, the Sapporo Clock Tower, and the TV Tower are all within walking distance or just one to two subway stops away, making this a convenient base for sightseeing.

The hotel provides approximately 50 parking spaces on a first-come basis, with no advance reservations. If full, guests are directed to nearby coin-operated lots. As the parking facility is managed by a partner company, late-night access (22:00–7:00) is typically restricted; those needing nighttime entry or exit should consult staff upon arrival. Since conditions and fees may change, checking the latest information in advance is recommended for travelers arriving by car.

Overall, APA Hotel Sapporo Susukino-Eki Nishi is a mid-sized business hotel that appeals to travelers seeking “walkable access to Susukino,” “separate bath and toilet,” and “rooms suited for larger groups.” While the building shows its age in some areas, the rooms are relatively spacious, and the availability of fours and Japanese-style rooms makes it easy for families or groups to stay together. For travelers who want convenience for dining, shopping, and sightseeing around Susukino—and who value reasonable room rates for multi-guest stays—this hotel is a practical and accessible option.