JR Inn Sapporo Kita 2jo

We stayed five nights, and the room was very comfortable for two adults. The shades are doubled, so you can block more light and sleep even when the sun is out, which is handy for a midday nap. The microwave and amdnice machine on the second floor were convenient, and the lounge was pleasant too. We didn't use the baths because my wife is eight months pregnant and needed to take it easy. Plenty of people and couples did use them. The baths are separated, so you don't have to worry about seeing anything you don't want to see. The hotel is in a great location. If you skip breakfast, you can still order a few meals at the cafe for a little less than the hotel breakfast. It's less food, but enough to get you started and on your way.

The second-floor rest area has free coffee and books, and you can choose a pillow there too. The bath on that floor was great, clean, and stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, cleansing oil, and lotions. Lockers are available if you arrive early or want to store bags after checkout, and the front staff will help if they're all taken. Our room was quiet and much bigger than what we're used to in Tokyo. The standard double fit two big suitcases. The location was perfect, less than ten minutes from Sapporo station and only three minutes from Odori subway station. We had a great stay and would come back next time.

The shower was separated from the sink and toilet in a way that kept the steam contained, which we found handy. The small rooms have some nice extras, including pola shower products and a fancy hair dryer. It's a nice business hotel. It's near both the JR train station and a subway station, though everything we wanted to see was walkable for us. We didn't do much. There's a Tully’s around the corner if you want breakfast. The free luggage storage in the lobby is self-service, so there's no need to ask staff, but space is limited. We didn't try the other amenities.

We didn't try the public bath, so I can't say anything about it. For five nights in central Sapporo, though, this worked well. It's about a six-minute walk to Sapporo Station and a 10-15 minute walk to Susukino if you don't mind walking. We could get around the main areas easily while staying in a fairly quiet business district. The room was clean and the staff were friendly. Bottled water is provided if you choose no room cleaning or just towel replacement. Cleaning is required on the third night. There's a cafe right next door and a Tully's Coffee a few steps away.