Susukino Hotels: Location, Access and Tips
Susukino, in Sapporo's Chuo Ward, is the city's entertainment district with many restaurants, bars and hotels, including the Ganso Ramen Yokocho alley. It hosts ice sculptures during the Sapporo Snow Festival.
Getting there
Susukino Station is two stops from Sapporo Station on the Namboku subway line (about 1.3 km). The Toho Line's Hosui-Susukino Station and a streetcar stop are also here. From New Chitose Airport, take the JR Rapid Airport to Sapporo (about 37 minutes), then the subway.
Good for
- Travellers who want dinner, ramen and bars within walking distance
- Visitors shopping on Tanukikoji arcade nearby
- Snow Festival visitors who want to see the Susukino ice sculptures
Watch out for
- It includes adult-entertainment businesses; some streets are loud late at night.
- Airport trains arrive at Sapporo Station, so you need a transfer.
- Snow Festival dates push prices up.
Booking tips
- Families may prefer hotels on the Odori side of Susukino rather than the core nightlife blocks.
- Book early for February if you plan to visit during the Snow Festival.
- Several Japanese cities charge an accommodation tax per person per night on top of the room rate. Check whether the listed price includes it.
FAQ
Susukino or Sapporo Station: where should I stay?
Susukino for food and nightlife; Sapporo Station for airport trains and day trips. They are two subway stops apart.
How do I get to Susukino from the airport?
JR Rapid Airport to Sapporo (about 37 minutes), then the Namboku Line two stops.