the b sapporo
by the TopOfHotel team
the b sapporo is a 120-room modern 3-star, rebuilt and reopened in 2023, that sits directly across from the airport bus stop — score 9.4.
the b sapporo is a 120-room modern 3-star, rebuilt and reopened in 2023, that sits directly across from the airport bus stop — score 9.4.
In-Depth Review
Rooms and decor
the b sapporo is a 3-star from the the b hotels group (Ishin Hotels Group) that was renovated and reopened in 2023. There are 120 rooms in a modern, minimalist look — earth tones paired with light wood. Standard rooms run about 16-20 sqm with a kettle, fridge, a Japanese washlet toilet and a bedside USB charger. Staff speak basic English, the front desk runs 24 hours, and there is free luggage storage before check-in and after check-out. Because it was rebuilt so recently, everything is fresh with no old-building smell.
Food and amenities
This is a 3-star, so the in-house facilities are just-enough by design — the the b hotels concept leans on clean rooms, a soft bed and a good location. Breakfast is served in-house for an extra charge, fast Wi-Fi is free throughout, and luggage storage is free. There is a Lawson and a FamilyMart within a 1-minute walk for anything else. Real-guest scores run high at around 9.4 on Trip.com and 9.2 on Agoda, with the freshness, cleanliness and location the most-praised points.
Location and getting there
The hotel sits at Minami 3-jo Nishi 5, and its transport edge is one no other hotel on this list has: it is directly opposite the airport bus stop (Hokuto Kotsu / Chuo Bus, Minami 3-jo Susukino). The direct coach from New Chitose airport takes about 70 minutes and costs around $7.50, dropping you right at the door with no suitcase-dragging. From there it is a 3-minute walk to Susukino station exit 1, about 200m to the Tanukikoji arcade and roughly 500m to Nijo Market.
Things to know before booking
It is a 3-star, so expect just-enough facilities rather than a full-service hotel. The rooms are not especially large — that is the Japanese norm, not a fault of this property. And it sits in the nightlife district, so it can be noisy at night. Breakfast is an add-on rather than included, so factor that in when you compare rates.
Our take
the b sapporo is the pick for travelers who want a fresh, clean, high-scoring room with the easiest access in the district — by both the airport coach and the Susukino metro. What we like most is stepping off the airport bus right at the door without changing onto the subway, which makes it ideal for a short trip or a stopover where you want to stash your bags before exploring. At a starting rate of about $34 a night with a 9.4 score, it is the best deal in the modern 3-star group.
Score Breakdown
Assessed by our editorial team from data and real guest reviews
The Honest Verdict — pros & what to know
- A 3-star that was rebuilt and reopened in 2023, so everything is fresh and clean with no old-building smell.
- 120 modern rooms in an earth-tone, light-wood minimalist look, with a Japanese washlet toilet and a bedside USB charger.
- Sits directly opposite the New Chitose airport bus stop — the direct coach drops you at the door, no metro changes needed.
- A 3-minute walk to Susukino station exit 1, about 200m to the Tanukikoji arcade and 500m to Nijo Market.
- High real-guest scores of around 9.4 on Trip.com and 9.2 on Agoda, with cleanliness and location the most-praised points.
- It is a 3-star, so the in-house facilities are just-enough rather than full-service.
- Rooms are not especially large, which is the norm for Japanese hotels.
- It sits in the nightlife district, so it can get noisy at night.
Who It’s For
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Amenities
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Insider Tips
- Catch the airport coach straight from the stop directly across from the hotel.
- Walk 3 minutes to Susukino station to get around the rest of the city.
- Book ahead — the high score means rooms fill up fast.