JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo

Occupying Hokkaido’s tallest building, the JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo enjoys fantastic views over the city. What’s more, the hotel is conveniently located a short walk from JR Sapporo Station, making this hotel a great choice for exploring the island. The service levels are excellent, the rooms are modern and comfortable with lovely Japanese-style bathrooms and there is a good choice of restaurants. A highlight is the 22nd floor spa offering hot springs bathing. The springs were discovered in 2000 beneath Sapporo Station and the water is pumped up 1,000-meters from below. The hotel is within easy walking distance of Sapporo’s restaurants, nightlife and shopping centers and the airport is 37-minutes away by train.

The hotel has 342 rooms all located on floors 23 to 34, with wide picture windows for enjoying the views. Furnishings are sleek and modern, featuring restful creams and greens. Suite accommodation with separate living areas is located on the 34th floor. Amenities include en-suite Japanese-style bathroom, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, safe, fridge, minibar and electric kettle. Guests can enjoy wonderful views from either of the 35th floor restaurants: Tancho for traditional Japanese cuisine or the Sky J Restaurant and Bar for Western cuisine, live jazz and cocktails. Alternatively, Mukini Sapporo is an accomplished French restaurant with an impressive wine list, while all-day drinks and light snacks are available in the Lobby Bar.

The hotel’s main feature is the Sky Resort Spa Pulau Bulan featuring natural hot springs water. Located on the 22nd floor, there are great views, separate bathing areas for men and women, a café, beauty and hair salon. There is an entry fee for the baths which are also open to the general public. For those looking for a centrally-located hotel, with comfortable accommodation and excellent service, the JR Towers will not disappoint.