InterContinental Sapporo インターコンチネンタル札幌 by IHG 札幌洲際酒店

InterContinental Sapporo by IHG is a 149-room luxury hotel occupying the 9th to 14th floors of Lilac Square in Minami 10-jo Nishi 1-chome, Chuo Ward. It opened on October 1, 2025, and is positioned as the first full-scale international luxury hotel in Sapporo. The hotel is a 4-minute walk from Exit 1 of Nakajima-Koen Station on the Namboku Subway Line and just three stops from Sapporo Station, offering excellent access for both leisure and business travelers. With Nakajima Park and the Toyohira River nearby, guests can enjoy greenery and waterfront scenery while staying close to the city center.

The hotel’s 149 guest rooms are notably spacious: even standard rooms measure around 42 sqm, while top-category suites reach up to 160 sqm. Large windows frame views of Nakajima Park, the Toyohira River, or the cityscape, depending on the floor and orientation. Interiors follow a “residential luxury” theme, featuring calm tones and a color palette inspired by the natural landscapes of Hokkaido.

All rooms come equipped with a deep soaking bathtub, a private minibar, Nespresso coffee and tea amenities, complimentary mineral water, bathrobes, slippers, an iron and ironing board, and a well-lit work desk with a task lamp. Turndown service is provided daily, ensuring a comfortable stay for both business and leisure guests.

Guests staying in Premium Rooms and Suites have access to the Club InterContinental Lounge on the 14th floor. The lounge offers breakfast, afternoon tea, evening cocktails, and nightcaps throughout the day, along with personalized check-in/out and concierge services. Its panoramic windows overlooking Nakajima Park create a tranquil setting where guests can unwind in a private, elevated environment.

The hotel features multiple dining venues, including two restaurants and a lounge & bar. The all-day dining restaurant “AuBlanc” serves everything from breakfast buffets to dinner courses and à la carte dishes, and also includes an in-house bakery offering freshly baked bread. “SAWAKA,” the hotel’s contemporary kappo-style specialty restaurant, presents omakase Japanese courses that combine Hokkaido’s seasonal ingredients with select produce sourced from around the world.

On the lobby level, guests will find a greenery-filled lounge and an art-forward bar. These spaces function as a café during the day—offering coffee and desserts—and as a refined bar at night, with cocktails and wines. Terrace and inner-garden seating allow guests to relax while enjoying views of the Toyohira River and the surrounding cityscape. Both guest rooms and public areas reflect the hotel’s theme of integrating urban convenience with natural tranquility.

The wellness facilities include a 24-hour fitness center equipped with modern cardio and strength machines, as well as an indoor heated pool. The pool area features loungers and maintains a peaceful atmosphere, operating from 7:00 to 21:00. While the hotel does not have an onsen or sauna, changing rooms and showers are available for guests using the gym and pool.

As a luxury property, the hotel offers standard services such as 24-hour in-room dining, complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge assistance, and laundry services. The in-room dining menu covers everything from breakfast to late-night meals, making it easy to enjoy a quiet evening in. Meeting rooms are also available for business use, accommodating small gatherings and corporate needs.

In terms of access, the hotel is a 4-minute walk from Nakajima-Koen Station and close to central areas such as Odori and Susukino, which are reachable in 1–2 subway stops or on foot. On-site parking is available for a daily fee (limited availability, no reservations). From New Chitose Airport, the standard route is to take JR to Sapporo Station and transfer to the Namboku Line.

Overall, InterContinental Sapporo by IHG is a high-end city hotel distinguished by features such as spacious guest rooms starting at 42 sqm, the Club InterContinental Lounge, a fitness center and indoor pool, and two signature dining concepts—one French-inspired and one contemporary Japanese. For travelers seeking a refined stay in Sapporo with both tranquility and convenience, or for those loyal to IHG’s luxury brands, this property offers a compelling new option.