Yuyukan 遊悠館 遊悠館

Yuyu-kan is a mid-sized hotel in Nishiki-cho, Chitose, offering convenient access to both New Chitose Airport and the city center. The address is 2-17-4 Nishiki-cho, Chitose. It is about an 11–12 minute walk from JR Chitose Station, and roughly 10 minutes by car to New Chitose Airport, making it easy to use whether you are traveling by plane, train, or rental car. The surrounding neighborhood has many restaurants and a convenience store within walking distance, so even if you stay on a room-only basis, you will have no trouble finding meals or picking up small items.

The building has four floors, with guest rooms on the 2nd–4th floors and shared facilities such as the front desk, community room, coin laundry, and vending machines on the 1st floor. Originally operated as a business hotel in Chitose, the entire property was renovated in May 2023, so guest rooms, bathrooms, and common areas all feel relatively new. Despite its reasonable price range, the hotel is completely non-smoking and features calm, coordinated interiors. It is the kind of place often described as “simple but very clean for the price.”

One of Yuyu-kan’s defining features is that all guest rooms have a separate bath and toilet. While most business hotels in Japan use unit baths, here the bathroom and toilet are independent, making it more comfortable for families or friends sharing a room. Each room is equipped with its own bathroom, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, TV, refrigerator, and convenient power outlets and lighting placed near the beds.

The variety of room types is another strong point. In addition to single, semi-double, double, and twin rooms, the hotel also offers shared dormitory-style rooms. Even within the single category, there are several grades to choose from: compact Economy rooms of around 11m², as well as Standard and Superior rooms in the 15–19m² range, allowing guests to select a room that fits their stay style and budget. Semi-double and double rooms work well for solo travelers who prefer a wider bed, while the limited number of twin rooms offers 18–30m² of space, suitable for families or friends traveling together.

Particularly distinctive are the dormitory rooms with bunk beds. These are gender-separated shared rooms, and each bed is fitted with a curtain and power outlet, with towels and basic amenities included. Toilets and showers are shared, but in addition to the in-room facilities, there are communal shower rooms on the floor. This setup appeals to solo travelers who want to keep accommodation costs down and enjoy a more social atmosphere. House rules such as quiet hours and designated eating areas are clearly defined, making it easier for guests new to dormitory stays to picture how it works.

The shared facilities are designed with longer stays in mind. On the 1st floor, the community room includes a shared kitchen and microwave, making it easy to heat up takeout meals or prepare simple dishes. The coin laundry is also located on the same floor, which is convenient for guests on extended trips around Hokkaido who need a place to do their washing. Near the lobby, there is an amenity station where guests can pick up items such as toothbrushes and razors as needed, reducing waste while allowing each guest to take only what they will use.

The hotel operates on a room-only basis and does not serve breakfast or dinner, but this is offset by the excellent dining options nearby. An independent Indian restaurant occupies part of the 1st floor, where guests can enjoy authentic curry and naan. A short walk away you will find streets lined with eateries serving seafood, jingisukan (grilled lamb), and typical izakaya dishes. A convenience store next door makes it easy to buy drinks, snacks, or daily necessities, so the area works well both for those who like to dine out properly and those who prefer something quick and simple.

In terms of facilities, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building, and the hotel is equipped with an elevator, vending machines, and credit card payment—covering the core functions expected of a business hotel. There are 12 on-site parking spaces available by reservation, allowing guests with rental cars or private vehicles to park without worrying about extra fees. The property is also equipped with solar power and is designated by Chitose City as an accommodation facility with emergency power supply, offering an extra sense of security in the unlikely event of a power outage.

Overall, Yuyu-kan is well suited to travelers who want to stay near New Chitose Airport on a budget, but still care about room usability and comfort over multiple nights. All rooms feature separate bath and toilet, and the wide range of layouts, combined with a shared kitchen, community room, and coin laundry, support a “live-like-a-local” style of stay. It works not only for pre- and post-flight nights, but also for stays of several days to a week or as a base for touring Hokkaido. For guests who prefer room-only stays and plan to make good use of nearby restaurants and convenience stores, Yuyu-kan is an especially attractive option.