Sapporo Guest House Yuyu

The wooden floors creak as you walk, and the sound carries clearly into the living room. I couldn’t hear it from the bedroom, though. The place felt welcoming, almost like home, with its warm wood decor. I especially loved the soft, fluffy blanket and didn’t want to get up. The bathrooms are spacious and separated by gender, with the men’s on the first floor and women’s on the second. There’s a kitchen that residents seem to use a lot, plus a shared area with enough tables for about 20 people.

The bed was wide and comfortable, and I slept well. Getting up to the upper bunk in the dorm took some effort, so I made sure I didn’t need anything downstairs before climbing in. The male toilet is on the first floor, a bit of a trek if your room is upstairs. There’s also a kitchen in the lobby. Yuyu is centrally located for the Snow Festival and close to most places, though not the airport bus stop. I’d stay there again if I had the chance.

The staff are super friendly, and the guesthouse is large, clean, cozy, and really warm in winter. Breakfast is available, with coffee and bread that were very good. The toilet is ensuite. You can spend time with other guests or have some quiet time in the small library room.

It’s close to downtown Sapporo and a great spot for the Sapporo snow festival. A cozy place to stay, with friendly staff. One of the best Guest Houses I’ve stayed at, and I’d really suggest it if you’re visiting Sapporo.