Set in Sosei East, where the heritage is as present as ever, Hotel Sosei Sapporo marries Japanese tradition with touches of modernity.
An eclectic mix for a destination that offers a complete getaway sensation, the new hotel, part of Accor’s MGallery Collection invites you to discover the city’s rich cultural heritage.
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Nestled between mountains and sea, historic Sapporo claims second prize for snowiest city in the world. In fact, this is one of the reasons why the Winter Olympic Games were held here in 1972. Daily life follows the rhythm of the four seasons; in winter, locals enjoy many activities, including the essential ice sculpture contest, and when sunny days arrive, the population flocks to the many downtown parks to admire the trees in blossom.
Established in a private residence, Hotel Sosei Sapporo pays tribute to Japanese traditions, right from the entrance, where guests are greeted by a three-dimensional sculpture by local artist Rie Kawakami symbolising wild hop (a flowering perennial plant). Here and there, the symbol of hamanasu (a Japanese rose used in perfumery) accentuates the artisanal savoir-faire. In addition, the hotel showcases historic breweries; in the bar, the fireplace is inspired by the curves of ancient copper beer kilns and guests can enjoy Sapporo beer, as well as Hokkaido wines and locally brewed sake amidst a signature colour palette in peaceful green or deep violet.
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Hotel Sosei Sapporo features 118 rooms. The lighting is soft and the atmosphere blossoms with large bouquets of colourful flowers. Here, the surrounding nature can be found on the walls, with Japanese paintings that recreate the history of the location. Traditional elements are balanced with pieces inspired by furniture imported to Hokkaido in the 19th century. In the bathroom, bath salts made from hop (also called “sleeping grass”) diffuse a deliciously crisp scent and are ideal to sink into with a bubble bath before slipping between the sheets.
Sapporo, the birthplace of Japanese beer, continues this legacy today. While references to this tradition can be found throughout the hotel, it is in the restaurant that you can truly explore this universe. In this gastronomic eatery, the decoration is inspired by old German breweries. On the menu? Local culinary dishes, such as ramen, mushroom and onion soup, or jingisukan, a grilled lamb dish, are complemented by a wide selection of seafood, purchased at the fish auctions at the sprawling city market – an age-old practice still appreciated today.
