Chitose Daiichi Hotel 千歳第一ホテル 千歲第一飯店

Chitose Daiichi Hotel is a practical, access-focused business hotel located about 10 minutes by car from New Chitose Airport and a 7-minute walk from JR Chitose Station. The address is 4-25-1 Saiwai-cho, Chitose. With the airport just one JR stop away (approx. 7 minutes) and Sapporo reachable in about 30 minutes by rapid train, the hotel works well as a base for travelers who plan to move widely around central Hokkaido. A free morning shuttle to the airport is also available, making it a popular choice for pre-flight and post-flight stays.

The hotel has around 119 guest rooms, centered around singles but also offering twins, Japanese-style rooms, compact “White Twin” rooms, and small tatami rooms—an interesting variety for a business hotel. Interiors are simple and calm throughout, avoiding unnecessary flashiness. This makes the property suitable not only for business travel but also sightseeing, golf trips, and family road trips around Hokkaido. Single rooms are equipped with semi-double beds, ideal for solo guests who want extra sleeping space.

All beds feature Simmons mattresses, reflecting the hotel’s emphasis on quality sleep. Every room is equipped with a unit bath, bidet toilet, high-speed internet (wired and Wi-Fi), refrigerator, electric kettle, hairdryer, and other essentials. Items such as trouser presses, humidifiers, and phone chargers are available to borrow at the front desk. Amenities—including toothbrushes, razors, and bath additives—vary by room type, showing a level of thoughtfulness that exceeds expectations for this price range.

Breakfast is served in the on-site restaurant, with a choice of Japanese or Western sets. Options typically include grilled fish, small side dishes, rice and miso soup for the Japanese breakfast, and bread, eggs, salad, and other staples for the Western version. Guests often comment that the breakfast is satisfying and reliable—“a proper meal before heading out”—especially for a business-class hotel. Many plans include breakfast free of charge, adding to the hotel’s strong value.

Facilities include the restaurant, a casual izakaya corner, banquet rooms, vending machines, and a paid coin laundry. The laundry is especially convenient for multi-night business stays or road trips where guests prefer to travel light. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day and offers luggage storage, courier services, copying and faxing, and other basic business support. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property, and wired LAN is available in guest rooms—useful for remote work or preparing documents.

One of the hotel’s biggest advantages is the combination of free airport shuttle service and free parking. The shuttle runs each morning to New Chitose Airport (reservation required, limits apply on luggage), allowing guests to reach early flights with ease. Parking for about 30 cars is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is free for guests. This is especially attractive for travelers using rental cars for a road trip around Hokkaido, as it helps keep costs down.

The hotel is located in Chitose’s central district, with restaurants and convenience stores within walking distance. A short stroll brings you to local eateries, while nearby attractions such as Aoba Park and the Chitose Salmon Aquarium are easily accessible. By car, Lake Shikotsu is around 30 minutes away, and Sapporo Dome can be reached in roughly the same amount of time via expressway, making the hotel convenient for mixing business with a bit of sightseeing.

Overall, Chitose Daiichi Hotel suits travelers who want something “simple, inexpensive, and reliable” near New Chitose Airport. With smooth access to the airport, JR lines, and Sapporo; calm, well-equipped rooms with Simmons beds; high-speed internet; a well-reviewed Japanese/Western breakfast; free airport shuttle; and free parking, the hotel provides strong value for both short overnight stays and multi-day trips around central Hokkaido. It is a balanced, practical choice for both business and leisure travelers.