Courtyard by Marriott®, announced the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo in Sapporo City, the capital of Japan’s northernmost island of Hokkaido.
The new hotel is the eighth Courtyard by Marriott hotel to open in Japan and the first Courtyard by Marriott hotel in Hokkaido.
“We are full of positive anticipation as we embark on this exciting journey with the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo, the eighth Courtyard hotel in Japan and the first to debut in beautiful Hokkaido,” said Karl Hudson, Area Vice President Japan & Guam, Marriott International. “Courtyard by Marriott hotels combine innovative technology with style and comfort, with open and inviting public spaces. We are looking forward to welcoming Next-Gen guests at Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo, whether they are traveling on business, leisure, or both.”
Reflecting the rich culture and history unique to Hokkaido, the new hotel’s design reflects a theme of harmony between nature and urban living, with 321 guest rooms and suites all tastefully designed to best support the needs of every guest with natural textures and accents, providing a comfortable stay. All rooms are furnished with Serta™ beds for exceptional comfort, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guest rooms located on upper floors also enjoy views of the ever-changing scenery of the area.
Dining venues in the hotel feature the freshest local ingredients and showcase the culinary traditions of northern Japan as well as international cuisines. Located adjacent to the front desk on the ground floor, THE LOUNGE is a serene space to relax and enjoy light bites and refreshments. All-day dining restaurant Substance features a semi-open kitchen with live cooking and a display buffet serving an array of local and international menu choices.
To keep guests moving forward and help them pursue their passions while on the road, the hotel offers a fully-equipped 24-hour Fitness Centre with the latest Technogym™ machines for a complete workout. The exclusive Japanese Spa also features a modern Japanese-style bath that welcomes guests to indulge in blissful relaxation for the body and mind at the end of a busy day of work, sightseeing or skiing.
Sapporo is one of Japan’s top travel destinations, known for its snow-capped mountains, miso ramen, Sapporo beer, and the annual Sapporo Snow Festival. Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo is across from Nakajima Park, home to a lake with carp and waterfowl, and offers stunning seasonal scenery. The hotel provides easy access to Susukino’s dining and entertainment, Nijo Market and Odori Park
Located in the city’s beautiful Nakajima Park area, the hotel is just a three minute walk from the Nakajima Koen subway station on the Sapporo municipal subway line, which connects to the JR Sapporo Station – a major transport hub in Hokkaido prefecture and the city’s main point of entry from New Chitose Airport. From the JR Sapporo station, the JR Hokkaido Airport Express whisks travellers to the airport in 37 minutes. Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo is located 50 kilometres, or about an hour’s drive away from the airport, which conveniently connects Sapporo with direct flights from other major cities in Japan as well as around the world.