Your stay — Itsukiya
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Itsukiya, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (4th floor and above) for a quieter experience. As Itsukiya is located in Sapporo, a city known for its snowfall, higher floors tend to be less affected by the noise and vibrations from the streets below.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the elevator (lift) on lower floors (1st to 3rd floors) may experience more noise and vibrations, especially if the hotel is busy. Guests who prefer a quieter stay may want to avoid these rooms.
Best views
Unfortunately, the address data does not provide information about the hotel's orientation or surrounding views. However, rooms on the higher floors (4th floor and above) may offer a better view of the surrounding cityscape.
Quietest floors
The 4th floor and above are likely to be the quietest, given the hotel's 4-story layout. However, please note that this is an inference based on the provided data.
🔊 Noise notes
Guests staying at Itsukiya may experience noise from the streets and traffic, especially during snowfall or winter months. The hotel's location in Sapporo means that snow-clearing operations may occur outside, potentially disrupting guests' stay.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, consider parking in the nearby paid car park (not affiliated with the hotel) as the hotel's parking options may be limited. 2. Arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, especially during peak travel seasons when the hotel may be busy.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Itsukiya
Free and paid (¥500 for high-speed)
Serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
Complimentary PressReader access, no physical papers
Check-in: 15:00, Check-out: 11:00, Early bag-drop available from 06:00, Late check-out fee: ¥2,000 after 12:00
Available 24/7, ¥500 per bag per day
Step-free access, wheelchair entries available at main entrance, some rooms may have structural limitations
On-site parking available (¥2,000 per night), Public car park: 'Sapporo Grand Hotel Parking' (¥1,500 per night, 5-minute walk), EV charging available (¥500 per charge)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: ¥200 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: ¥10,000 advance deposit and ¥5,000 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: 札幌水天宮 (50 m · ~1 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 曹洞宗玉宝禅寺 豊川稲荷札幌別院 (566 m · ~7 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 新榮寺 (636 m · ~8 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 永照寺 (693 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
COCONO SUSUKINO — 980 m · ~12 min walk
中島公園 — 645 m · ~8 min walk
渡辺淳一文学館 — 608 m · ~8 min walk
Zepp札幌 — 150 m · ~2 min walk
ターザンロープ — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
東京スター銀行 — 537 m · ~7 min walk
ツルハドラッグ — 482 m · ~6 min walk
セブン-イレブン — 74 m · ~1 min walk
中島公園 — 171 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Travelers can exchange currency at major banks, 7-Eleven, or at the airport, but rates are often poor. Be prepared to get a poorer rate at airports or tourist information centers.
Major credit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express, are widely accepted. Contactless payments are also common, especially in larger establishments.
Tipping is not customary in Japan, but rounding up the bill or leaving 100-200 JPY for exceptional service is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cup of coffee at a convenience store like 7-Eleven costs around 100-150 JPY.
A bowl of noodles or rice bowl at a local eatery costs around 500-700 JPY.
A meal at a local izakaya (Japanese gastropub) can cost around 800-1,200 JPY for a main dish.
Cheap eats can be found in the Odori and Susukino areas, which offer a variety of street food stalls and small restaurants.
Convenience stores like 7-Eleven, Mini Stop, and Lawson offer basic groceries, while larger supermarkets like AEON and Jusco can be found in the city center.
Affordable shopping can be found at local markets like the Sapporo Central Wholesale Market, as well as high-street stores like Uniqlo and Muji.
A one-day public transportation pass costs 600 JPY, and can be purchased at most train stations. The cheapest way to get from the airport is by the JR bus for around 800 JPY.
Buy a Suica or Pasmo card for convenient travel on public transportation.Eat at local restaurants or street food stalls instead of touristy areas.Shop at local markets or high-street stores for affordable clothing and groceries.
Good to know — Sapporo
Type A/B · 100V
safe
$1 ≈ ¥162.31 · JPY
Emergency Contacts
SapporoWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sapporo, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Itsukiya
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · 東京スター銀行 — 537 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · ツルハドラッグ — 482 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
New Chitose Airport → Susukino / Sapporo Station area
💡 From the main bus stop near Sapporo Station, the hotel is about a 15-minute walk north; take the Toho Subway Line from Odori Station if you're carrying heavy luggage.
New Chitose Airport → Sapporo Station
💡 Fastest way into central Sapporo. From Sapporo Station, transfer to the Toho Subway Line (direction: Fukuzumi) and get off at Odori Station — the hotel is an 8-minute walk east.
New Chitose Airport → Hotel Santa Island Sapporo
💡 Book through the airport taxi counter for a fixed fare. After 22:00 there's a late-night surcharge. The hotel is on the south side of Odori Park, so tell the driver 'Odori Koen minamigawa' (Odori Park south side).
Odori Station → Hotel Santa Island Sapporo
💡 Take Exit 33 from Odori Station — directly south of the park. The hotel is a 3-minute walk from the exit. A one-day subway pass (520 yen) is worth it if you're doing multiple rides across the city.
About Sapporo
Wikipedia ↗Sapporo is a designated city in Hokkaido, Japan. Located in the southwest of Hokkaido, it lies within the alluvial fan of the Toyohira River, a tributary of the Ishikari River. Sapporo is the capital of Hokkaido Prefecture and Ishikari Subprefecture. As of July 31, 2023, the city has a population of...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Itsukiya?
Request a room on the higher floors (4th floor and above) for a quieter experience. As Itsukiya is located in Sapporo, a city known for its snowfall, higher floors tend to be less affected by the noise and vibrations from the streets below.
Which rooms should I avoid at Itsukiya?
Rooms near the elevator (lift) on lower floors (1st to 3rd floors) may experience more noise and vibrations, especially if the hotel is busy. Guests who prefer a quieter stay may want to avoid these rooms.
Is Itsukiya noisy?
Guests staying at Itsukiya may experience noise from the streets and traffic, especially during snowfall or winter months. The hotel's location in Sapporo means that snow-clearing operations may occur outside, potentially disrupting guests' stay.
Which rooms have the best views at Itsukiya?
Unfortunately, the address data does not provide information about the hotel's orientation or surrounding views. However, rooms on the higher floors (4th floor and above) may offer a better view of the surrounding cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Itsukiya?
1. If you're driving, consider parking in the nearby paid car park (not affiliated with the hotel) as the hotel's parking options may be limited. 2. Arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, especially during peak travel seasons when the hotel may be busy.
What time is check-in at Itsukiya?
Check-in at Itsukiya is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Itsukiya have Wi-Fi?
Free and paid (¥500 for high-speed)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Itsukiya?
¥200 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Itsukiya?
A bowl of noodles or rice bowl at a local eatery costs around 500-700 JPY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Itsukiya?
A one-day public transportation pass costs 600 JPY, and can be purchased at most train stations. The cheapest way to get from the airport is by the JR bus for around 800 JPY.
Top Attractions in Sapporo
💡 Walk to the west end for a quieter section and a good view of the mountains, especially in early morning.
💡 Combine with a walk through the campus — the Ginkgo tree-lined avenue in autumn is spectacular and free.
💡 Enter from the south side near the Hoheikan to avoid the crowds; you can see the house's exterior for free any time.
💡 Skip the paid tour and just go straight to the tasting bar — a small glass of fresh beer costs ¥200 and is poured straight from the tank.
💡 Go just before sunset for the best light, and stay 20 minutes to watch the city lights come on. Queues are shortest on weekday late afternoons.