Hotels near Norbesa, Sapporo

"I originally planned to book Toyoko Inn, but then I saw that this hotel was even cheaper for those two days, so I booked it instead. At just over 400 RMB a night, the value for money was pretty good. The location is excellent, right next to Odori Park. The closest subway station is Nishi 11-chome, and it's not far from Odori Station either. It's also quite close to Sapporo Station, Susukino, and the Sapporo TV Tower. Sapporo's city center isn't very large, so transportation is quite convenient. The room itself was on par with an upper-mid-range budget hotel – nothing spectacular, but perfectly decent. It was quiet and comfortable for sleeping."

"I initially thought that staying in a hostel/capsule hotel like this would be a terrible experience, but it turned out to be surprisingly good. Of course, I booked it because it was cheap. During the peak season of the Snow Festival, it was significantly cheaper, even half the price of other regular hotels. So, even if the experience was bad, I could tolerate it, but it actually wasn't. Plus, I got to experience the local (northern) sauna culture, which was quite new for me, a southerner. First, let's talk about the location. It's a straight five-minute walk from Susukino Station, and there's also a city tram stop right outside, so transportation is very convenient. Personally, I recommend taking the airport bus because you don't have to drag your luggage so far. In Susukino, it's naturally convenient for dining and shopping. There's a convenience store just across the street downstairs, basically solving most of your needs. There are 4.5 floors of hotel accommodation, with over a hundred beds on each floor. When I went, it was the peak season of the Snow Festival, but the occupancy rate seemed to be only about half, so there weren't that many people near your bed. There might be occasional noise, but guests from all over the world are generally well-behaved and consciously control their volume during quiet hours. So, staying here is pretty much like a school dorm. If you can accept a school dorm, then this place should be fine too. After staying, I realized that this place is essentially a three-in-one: accommodation is capsule (hostel) + internet cafe. You buy a bed, and the public area provides basic entertainment like comics. Showering is in a Japanese public bathhouse, which also has hot spring pools and a sauna area. I recommend that those who haven't been before should learn about the customs and etiquette in advance. The dining area is similar to an izakaya, operating from evening until 1 AM, offering basic staple foods and some drinks. The overall facilities and services are quite comprehensive, and I didn't feel any inconvenience during my four or five-day stay. If you think the bed is expensive, there's a sneaky trick (prerequisite: you need to understand Japanese and the billing rules). You can use it like a Japanese public bathhouse, just like the locals do. Go in and select the 'day trip' (日帰り) option on the machine. Sometimes, the final bill will be cheaper than booking a bed. However, the downside is that you won't have a bed, and you'll have to find a place to spend the night in the dining area or public lounge on the 7th floor. If there are too many people, you might not find a place to rest. So, judge for yourselves. This trick is recommended for those who are more familiar with Japan. Before staying, I saw some reviews mentioning two concerns, and now I'll address them based on my actual experience: First, female staff passing through the changing area outside the bathhouse. I did encounter this two or three times. I guess the front desk and dining staff took the stairs to the dining area to save elevator waiting time. They also tried to keep their heads down and avoid looking, so I personally don't mind. If you do, then I suggest you consider not staying here. Second, the air conditioning is kept at 18-20 degrees Celsius (64-68°F), which was perfect for me. After all, it's below zero outdoors, and too large a temperature difference can be uncomfortable."

"Overall, I'm very satisfied, and it's conveniently located near the station. Facilities: They have everything you need, plus a large public bath. You can even enjoy a popsicle after your soak! Cleanliness: Good. I stayed for four nights, and the towels were changed daily. Environment: Quiet, with no noisy surroundings. Service: All very good, with polite greetings every time I entered and exited. Their breakfast is excellent too! I'll definitely stay here again next time I visit Sapporo."

"The bed area was comfy and spacious, however on my second night I was staying there, I think the AC was turned off because it became really hot and humid inside the room and it was cooler out in the hallway than inside the dorm, which made it really hard to sleep. Cleanliness was not the best. The hallway leading to the hotel entrance was literally black with dirt, as if nobody had ever passed a mop there. People were also allowed to bring their outdoor shoes into the dorm, so the floors were not very clean. Don’t think they ever cleaned any of the floors with soap, but they did make sure the sheets were fresh and clean for new guests (I saw them do it), and they did pick up trash on the floor every day. Kitchen was minimal. There was no stove but there was a microwave and a sink but no cups or bowls if you planned to cook or eat there. There was a space under the beds to store your shoes which was nice. Overall, for the price and the location, it was worth it and I would return."

"I had a wonderful stay at this hotel and would definitely come back. The location is absolutely perfect, right in the center of town. Having direct access to a mall with shops like Ainz & Tulpe and a bakery right there made everything so convenient. The breakfast was also very good and added to a great stay. I do have one minor suggestion for improvement regarding the luggage drop process before check in. While the staff member who assisted me was not rude, the level of politeness and friendliness was not quite on par with the exceptionally high standards of service I usually experience in Japan. On a positive note, the staff member who helped me with my luggage delivery on the last day was super friendly and helpful, which I really appreciated."

"Check in after my road trip ended. Greet by a ********* staff, overall is friendly and good. Guide us how to get into station by walking underground!/underroof for faster access. The room is considered spacious in Japan for 3pax family. Bathroom is quite spacious as well. The location is a near to odori but not so near. But considered convenient, surround by convenient stores and restaurant. The nearest 狸小路street is no7, the tip of the famous street. Lack of amenities for drinking water, even the bathroom tap is labelled drinking water. Generally i would recoemmend this hotel."

"For a comfort-style hotel, the facilities, environment, and price are quite well-matched! The location is excellent, right next to Tanukikoji and near Exit 35 of Odori Station, which is super convenient. It's about an 8-minute walk to Sapporo TV Tower and Odori Park. My experience with the service felt a bit polarizing, though. 😂 The lounge in the lobby was a huge plus, a real 'soft' service that definitely made it feel like great value for money! However, since I stayed for three consecutive nights, I understood and accepted that the sheets and duvet covers wouldn't be changed. I only asked for fresh bath and hand towels, but they literally *only* replaced the bath and hand towels each day. 😓😓 I was quite surprised that the toilet and bathtub (since the shower is in the tub) weren't cleaned at all. 😂 Overall, the value for money is still quite good! I'd definitely stay here again next time!"

"You can find this hostel by typing ”theatel” into Google Maps, and the navigation is pretty accurate. It's located on the third floor of a building with two entrances. One entrance has ”F-45” written on it, and there's a floor directory next to it (with the hostel's name listed on the 3rd-floor section). The other entrance has a huge 'egg' shaped sculpture in front of it. Near this egg sculpture, you can see the famous landmark beer billboard (featuring an old foreign man's face). You can also see the hostel's name when you enter the building from behind the egg sculpture. Take the elevator to the third floor, and after exiting, turn right to find the front desk. Sometimes the front desk is unattended, but there's a tablet nearby with a QR code. Just scan it with your phone's camera to self-check-in (you'll need to enter a four-digit reservation code). The female-only section has a code-locked door (I received the code on my phone during self-check-in, and also in the email I provided when I made the reservation). After entering the code, there are two more doors: one leads to the accommodation area (my capsule bed was very clean and soft, came with two hangers, a bath towel, a blackout curtain at the entrance, a power outlet by the headboard, an overhead storage cabinet, a box of tissues, and a pair of indoor slippers at the foot of the bed). The other door leads to the washroom area (which I thought was cleverly designed). The innermost part has several shower stalls + changing areas, all equipped with shower gel and shampoo. Outside of that, there are a few coin-operated washing machines, and further out, two rows of sinks. There are stools under the sinks, and hand towels and hairdryers on top. Next to the sinks, in a separate area, are several toilets. The entire washroom area was very clean, and I actually found the toilet paper quality to be quite good. Perhaps influenced by the widely held belief about 'quiet Japanese society,' the entire hostel was very quiet. I booked and paid in advance through an online platform, so I didn't have to pay anything extra from check-in to check-out. On the wall above the foot of my capsule bed, there was a 'check-in guide' (with the Wi-Fi name and password, and a check-out QR code). You need to check out before 10 AM by scanning the code and confirming. I was very satisfied with my stay."

"This hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Susukino, right on the main street and surrounded by restaurants, shops, and nightlife. If you're looking to stay in a lively and vibrant part of the city, this is an excellent choice. The breakfast offers a good mix of both continental options and Japanese specialties. The room was comfortable despite it wasn't particularly large. Overall, the hotel's prime location, convenient access to local attractions, and satisfying breakfast make it a great option for anyone wanting to experience the energy of Susukino."

"Perfect location as is very convenient and walkable distance to many places. Will definitely return to stay when visit Sapporo. Room and toilet are very clean and looks like new. We stay for 4 nights. Staff are friendly and very helpful. We also enjoyed the complimantary coffee at the reception area. You may loan from hotel.some essential items example hair straighteners, nail clipper, cables. Keep up the good work."