Sapporo Hotels with Private Onsen

Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, offers more than its famous beer and snow festival. For those looking to unwind in style, the city and its surrounding areas boast exquisite hotels with private onsens (hot springs). These natural hot spring baths, available directly in your room, offer an intimate and private experience of Japan’s bathing culture. They provide the perfect opportunity to relax and rejuvenate in these healing waters. Here are three remarkable hotels where you can enjoy this unique experience.

For those seeking a more contemporary onsen experience, Chalet Ivy Jozankei offers a perfect blend of modern luxury and traditional Japanese bathing culture. Located in the heart of Jozankei Onsen, this boutique hotel brings a fresh, sophisticated approach to the local hospitality scene.

Chalet Ivy’s rooms with private onsens are the epitome of understated elegance. These spacious accommodations feature minimalist decor inspired by Western and Japanese design principles. The private in-room baths are filled with natural hot spring water rich in minerals. Large windows allow guests to connect with nature while enjoying the utmost privacy.

The hotel’s dining options are equally impressive. The main restaurant, Zui, serves an innovative teppanyaki-kaiseki course that marries local Hokkaido ingredients with Western arrangements. The hotel also features an elegant bar and lounge, offering light nibbles and cocktails in a relaxed setting.

Chalet Ivy Jozankei sets itself apart with its commitment to wellness. The hotel features a state-of-the-art fitness center and a relaxation area with large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the valley. For those seeking additional pampering, the on-site spa provides a range of treatments, from massages to facials, using products that incorporate local ingredients.

Grand Blissen Hotel Jozankei, is a property that seamlessly combines contemporary design with the natural beauty of its surroundings. This modern hotel offers a fresh take on the traditional onsen experience.

The rooms at Grand Blissen Hotel Jozankei are a testament to sleek, modern design. Those featuring private onsens are particularly impressive, with large windows that frame views of the lush nearby forests. The baths themselves are spacious and well-appointed, filled with mineral-rich waters that are gentle on the skin and deeply relaxing.

Grand Blissen Hotel Jozankei’s commitment to showcasing local ingredients shines through in its diverse dining options. The hotel's on-site restaurant treats guests to an elegant fusion of Japanese, Western, and Chinese culinary traditions. The star of the show is undoubtedly the house specialty: a succulent, Roast Beef-style Prime Rib. This signature dish is meticulously prepared and dramatically presented tableside, offering diners a feast for the eyes and the palate. The menu changes with the seasons, ensuring that each visit brings new flavors to discover.

Jozankei Onsen Nukumori no Yado Furukawa is a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) located in Jozankei Onsen, offering a simple, and yet a serene and luxurious retreat with their hospitality. 

There are a variety of room type options, from a simple Japanese-style room to a suite. Some of the rooms feature private onsen baths, allowing guests to enjoy the therapeutic hot spring waters in complete privacy, providing a tranquil and intimate experience.

The dining options at Nukumori no Yado Furukawa are equally impressive, and guests can indulge in seasonal kaiseki meals, which are meticulously prepared multi-course dinners that highlight the seasonal flavors. 

Other highlights include a spa, a relaxing lounge with a fireplace, and an art gallery showcasing pieces by local artists. On weekdays, they offer an onsen exercise activity, where guests can exercise in the onsen with a yoga instructor. The warm hot spring waters is said to help increase the effectiveness of the exercises, such as improving metabolism.