Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel 札幌東急REIホテル 札幌東急REI酒店

Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel is a large city hotel located almost in the very center of Susukino, Sapporo’s main entertainment district, on Minami 4-jo Nishi 5-chome in Chuo Ward. It is just a one-minute walk from Exit 4 of Susukino Station on the Namboku Subway Line, and offers easy access by subway or on foot to Odori Park, the Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade, and the JR Sapporo Station area. A free shuttle bus also runs from the north exit of JR Sapporo Station, while most guests arriving from the airport take the Rapid Airport train to Sapporo and then transfer to the subway, or use an airport limousine bus to the Susukino area.

The exterior combines a brick-style lower section with white upper guestroom floors, and inside you’ll find a spacious lobby and front desk that feel a step up from a typical business hotel. The building spans from one basement level to 12 floors above ground, with restaurants and shops on the first floor and guestrooms on the upper floors. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, so guests can connect to the internet both in the lobby and in their rooms.

With 575 guestrooms, the hotel ranks among the larger properties in Sapporo. Room types include singles, doubles, twins, and triples, covering everything from compact rooms for solo business travelers to larger rooms that can accommodate up to three people for families or small groups. Each room is equipped with a bed, desk, TV, refrigerator, electric kettle, and air purifier with humidifying function. Some rooms offer both wired LAN and Wi-Fi, making it easy to work on a laptop or join online meetings during your stay.

Interiors are unified in calm tones of brown and beige. Even in the standard category, rooms are fitted with a functional desk and chair, with power outlets conveniently grouped for easy use. Twin rooms include layouts with extra space between the beds or with a sofa and table, helping two guests feel less cramped. Lighting is generally on the brighter side, making it comfortable to read or work on a computer.

Bathrooms vary slightly by room type, but are mainly standard unit baths with an emphasis on cleanliness. Basic amenities include shampoo, conditioner, body soap, toothbrush sets, and towels. Additional items such as ladies’ amenities, humidifiers, or trouser presses can be borrowed from the front desk. The overall setup is simple yet complete, designed to be practical even for longer stays.

Breakfast is served as a buffet under the concept of “a breakfast that brings a smile.” Around 50 Japanese and Western dishes are offered, with a strong focus on ingredients from Hokkaido. The selection combines staples with local touches, such as seafood rice bowls, Jingisukan-style fried noodles, ramen inspired by Hakodate shio (salt) ramen, tacos and burritos, as well as desserts like cheese tarts made with four types of Tokachi cheese and seasonal steamed vegetables. Breakfast is served from 7:00 to 10:00, making it easy to enjoy a hearty meal before heading out or to keep things light if you prefer.

The on-site restaurant is open not only for breakfast but also for lunch and dinner, allowing guests to dine without leaving the hotel if they wish. Given the huge number of restaurants nearby, many guests choose to enjoy dining out around Susukino while keeping the hotel restaurant as a convenient option on rainy days or when they prefer a quieter evening. A small shop area inside the hotel offers Hokkaido souvenirs and drinks.

On the facilities side, the hotel is equipped with multiple banquet halls and meeting rooms, making it suitable for corporate meetings, parties, and various events. Audio-visual equipment such as projectors and sound systems is available, so groups can hold conferences and social gatherings while staying in the same building. Laundry and dry-cleaning services (outsourced) are also offered, which is convenient for longer business stays.

A multi-story car park with around 110 spaces is attached to the hotel, typically available for about JPY 1,500 per night (motorcycles are charged separately). Few hotels in the center of Susukino offer this level of parking capacity, which makes the property a practical base for travelers touring Hokkaido by rental car. Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00, allowing a little extra time to get ready on departure day.

The surrounding area includes Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade, ramen shops, jingisukan (grilled mutton) restaurants, seafood izakayas, and cafés, most of which stay open until late at night. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower, and Nijo Market are all within walking distance, and during the Sapporo Snow Festival, guests can easily walk to both the Odori and Susukino venues. The neighborhood is lively due to its central location, but for travelers who want a base that makes it easy to get around Sapporo for sightseeing or business, the convenience is a major advantage.

All in all, Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel is a well-balanced city hotel that combines excellent access—just one minute on foot from Susukino Station—with 575 guestrooms and a breakfast buffet that incorporates the flavors of Hokkaido. It offers more extensive facilities than a typical business hotel, yet feels less formal than the luxury properties around Sapporo Station. This makes it an easy choice for a wide range of stays, from business trips and sightseeing to event participation.