GRANBELL HOTEL SUSUKINO すすきのグランベルホテル 薄野格蘭貝拉飯店

The Susukino Granbell Hotel is a 17-story designer hotel located in South 4 West 5, central Sapporo. Just a three-minute walk from Susukino Station on the Namboku Subway Line, the hotel offers easy access to major downtown attractions, including Tanukikoji Shopping Street, Odori Park, Nijo Market, and the Sapporo TV Tower. Opened in September 2021, it features 300 guest rooms—making it one of the largest hotels in the Susukino area.

The interior design follows a “modern Japanese × urban designer” style, using warm wood textures and calm color tones. From the entrance to the lobby and lounge, soft indirect lighting creates a relaxed atmosphere that contrasts with the lively streets outside. The lobby includes self-check-in kiosks and a comfortable lounge area with sofas where guests can rest before or after check-in.

Guest rooms include singles, doubles, and twins, with additional categories such as Moderate, Superior, and Deluxe, as well as corner rooms and rooms with view baths. Room sizes range from compact 15 m² layouts to spacious rooms over 30 m², accommodating solo travelers, business guests, couples, and small groups. All rooms include Wi-Fi, individual air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, electric kettle, safe, and an air purifier with humidifier. A desk space is provided in all rooms, making them suitable for remote work. TVs support streaming services such as YouTube.

Bathroom layouts vary by room type; some feature a shower-only configuration, while others include a bathtub. All rooms come with either a rain shower or handheld shower, along with standard amenities such as shampoo, conditioner, body soap, dental kits, and towels. Many guests note that even rooms with shower-only setups remain convenient thanks to the large public bath located on the top floor.

The hotel’s signature feature is the sky-view public bath on the 17th floor, which includes both indoor baths and open-air rotenburo for men and women. Guests can soak while looking out over the cityscape or starry sky—an experience described on the official website as “a rooftop open-air bath overlooking the urban sky garden.” The same floor also includes a fitness gym, vending machines, coin laundry, smoking room, and microwave, allowing guests to combine bathing, light workouts, or laundry in a single visit.

Breakfast is served as a Japanese–Western buffet on the first floor, offering around 60 dishes. Highlights include a seafood bowl station where guests can top rice with crab, salmon, and salmon roe, along with a variety of side dishes, salads, bread, soups, and desserts made with Hokkaido ingredients. Reviews frequently mention the generous selection and the ability to enjoy small portions of local seafood.

Outside breakfast hours, the restaurant operates as “Minori de Bar,” serving a mix of soba-based dishes and Western-inspired items featuring local produce. With snacks, full meals, wine, cocktails, and Hokkaido-made beverages available, it’s a convenient option for guests who prefer to dine or enjoy a drink within the hotel.

Hotel facilities include a first-floor restaurant, bar, and lounge, self-check-in machines, a currency exchange kiosk, and—on the 17th floor—the rooftop open-air bath, fitness gym, coin laundry, vending machines, smoking room, and microwave. The currency exchange machine supports multiple currencies including USD, EUR, TWD, HKD, and KRW, making the property convenient for international guests. The self-service laundry is especially useful for long stays or business trips.

Parking is available through nearby affiliated or dedicated spaces, with details provided by the hotel. As conditions and rates may change, guests are advised to check the latest information when reserving or upon arrival. Travelers exploring Hokkaido by rental car will find it convenient to stay near the entertainment district while still having parking options close by.

Check-in is from 3:00 p.m. and check-out is at 11:00 a.m., allowing for a maximum 20-hour stay. With its three-minute walk to Susukino Station, rooftop open-air bath, breakfast buffet featuring local ingredients, and fully equipped guest rooms with streaming-capable TVs, the Susukino Granbell Hotel strikes a balance between modern design, functionality, and relaxation—making it a strong choice for both business and leisure travelers seeking comfort near the heart of Susukino.