Sapporo Traveler Update (Fall/Winter 2025)
2025/09/21 | 3044 views
1) Holiday Inn & Suites Sapporo Odori Park (Opening October 1, 2025)IHG has announced the opening of a new 195-room Holiday Inn & Suites, located adjacent to Odori Park and within walking distance of Odori Station and Susukino. Ideal as a base for daytime sightseeing and evening dining, the hotel offers renovated rooms and suites, open-plan lobby-style social spaces, and standard brand amenities for a flexible urban stay. It’s designed to meet the needs of both leisure and business travelers visiting central Sapporo.
Key Points: For itineraries centered around events at Odori Park or downtown nightlife, this hotel offers seamless night planning. Restaurants, bars, and shopping are within walking distance, and suburban destinations are easily accessible by subway. Families will appreciate Holiday Inn’s unique “Kids Stay & Dine” plan (please check hotel policies after booking).
How to Add to Your Itinerary
Daytime: Odori Park → Nearby Museums and Markets
Evening: Restaurants and Lounges in Susukino
Next Morning: Take the Subway or Airport Bus to Your Flight
2) New Chitose Airport Parking: Notice Regarding Fees and Congestion (After October 10, 2025)
Hokkaido Airports officially announced that it will revise parking fees and expand the capacity of its multi-story and surface parking lots starting at midnight on Friday, October 10, 2025. Increased demand and fee increases are expected during peak seasons.
According to an Independent English report, the new fee structure is as follows: In Parking Lots A and B, the maximum 24-hour fee will increase to ¥3,500 during normal times and ¥4,500 during peak times. In Parking Lot C, the maximum fee will increase to ¥2,500 during normal times and ¥3,000 during peak times. Short-term parking fees will also increase. This could result in parking fees several times higher than before, and parking spaces may fill up quickly during peak hours.
Practical Advice
If you’re staying in the city center, use the train or bus. The Airport Express Train runs frequently and allows you to avoid parking lines.
If you absolutely must travel by car, check the latest fare and service status on the airport parking lot’s official website before departure and allow extra time for access control.
If you’re departing for an early morning flight, consider staying in a centrally located hotel (public transportation is convenient in the mornings).
3) Approaching English-speaking and Australian Customers: Preparing for Qantas’ Sydney (SYD) – Sapporo/New Chitose (CTS) Flight
Qantas has announced that it will operate seasonal direct flights from Sydney (SYD) to Sapporo/New Chitose (CTS) three times a week from December 15, 2025 to March 28, 2026. The flight will be operated with an A330-200 aircraft, with a flight time of approximately 10 hours and 50 minutes. This flight is the only direct flight between the two cities, bringing ski and city break travelers directly to Hokkaido.
Preparing for Australian and Other English-Speaking Guests
Publish a concise English FAQ on your website and pin it to your Google Maps business profile, covering things like booking procedures, payment methods (cards, cashless apps), smoking/photography rules, last train information, and dress code.
Pin access instructions from Odori, Susukino, and New Chitose Airport (train and bus) to Google Maps and add clear “Access” information.
During the winter, Australian guests often visit in the late afternoon or early evening, so clearly state your evening hours and closing time.
Store Introduction
Located near Odori Park, Sapporo Susukino Nightlife Lounge is a perfect destination for travelers exploring Hokkaido, Sapporo, and the Susukino entertainment district. Our multilingual staff (English, Chinese, and Korean) welcomes guests from all over the world with warm and courteous hospitality. Our cozy private rooms and spacious atmosphere are perfect for relaxing after a day trip to Otaru, exploring Odori Park and Tanukikoji Shopping Street, or exploring the area’s vibrant Otaru district.
Our pricing structure is clear, access from Odori Station and Susukino Station is easy, and online reservations are simple.
Our hours are 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM.
We offer escort services tailored to your needs.
We also offer outcall services, so please feel free to contact us.
Reservations and Access: https://hentaisapporo.com/
Reservations and Access:https://hentaisapporo.com/
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