Onsen Ryokan Yuen Sapporo

Location: Tucked away in a quiet spot in downtown Sapporo, it's a moderate distance from the subway – about a 10-minute walk to Odori Station and 15-20 minutes to Sapporo Station. It's next to an office building, so it's pretty quiet, and while there aren't many dining options, there's a FamilyMart convenience store nearby. Room Design: The hotel has a Japanese Zen-inspired style with a hint of sandalwood, giving it an artistic vibe. The rooms also feature a Japanese tatami design. The amenities are on par with a typical budget hotel, making the value for money a bit low. Onsen (Hot Spring) and Public Bath Facilities: The public bath is really small, with only one hot spring pool and one sauna. The pool isn't large, and there's no open-air bath, which feels a bit underwhelming for a hotel calling itself an 'onsen hotel.' Service: Overall, the staff attitude was quite good, and the front desk staff spoke decent English. This hotel seems to have more foreign tourists than Japanese guests.

The location, needless to say, is absolutely perfect for a city walk in Sapporo's blossoming streets. It's just a 10-15 minute walk from Sapporo Station, and popular spots like the TV Tower and Tanukikoji are all within walking distance. Plus, there's a Lawson convenience store right nearby – super convenient! After walking miles and enjoying delicious food all day, coming back to the hotel for a relaxing soak in the bath just fills you with pure bliss! I was already charmed by the lovely ladies at the front desk during check-in, and then at breakfast, I saw all the handsome gentlemen were on duty too. I started wondering if this hotel hires based on looks – breakfast truly offered a feast for all the senses! So yeah, I really love Sapporo. I'll definitely be back next time, and I'll definitely be staying at this hotel again! BTW: Sapporo's food is just SOOOOOOO good, LOL!