InterContinental Arrives in Hokkaido with the Opening of InterContinental Sapporo

InterContinental Lodges & Resorts has expanded its world footprint with the opening of InterContinental Sapporo, the model’s first property in Hokkaido and Sapporo’s first worldwide luxurious lodge. The launch introduces a brand new stage of refinement to the northern Japanese metropolis, famend for its world-class winter sports activities, vibrant eating scene, and inventive tradition.

Positioned throughout the Lilac Sq. complicated within the Nakajima Park space, the 149-room lodge, together with 13 suites, affords sweeping views of the park, Toyohira River, and metropolis skyline. Interiors mix modern design with pure influences from Hokkaido’s landscapes, making a heat, residential ambiance all through. Company are welcomed in a light-filled foyer lounge with plentiful greenery, a central hearth, and an out of doors terrace overlooking the park.

“InterContinental has been connecting visitors to the tradition and great thing about the world’s most inspiring locations for nearly 80 years,” says Ben Leitgeb, Basic Supervisor of InterContinental Sapporo. “We’re honoured to increase that legacy right here in Sapporo, providing an expertise that celebrates each the vacation spot’s pure magnificence and its cultural vibrancy.”

With three distinctive venues highlighting Hokkaido’s seasonal produce. Sawaka, an omakase-style restaurant, affords a Chef’s Alternative menu combining Japanese custom with trendy culinary strategies, together with charcoal grilling and low-temperature cooking. AuBlanc, a relaxed but refined all-day bistronomy restaurant, serves a breakfast buffet, bakery treats, and night dishes impressed by native flavours. In the meantime, Norva Lounge & Bar affords afternoon teas, signature cocktails, and two distinctive lounge settings — the hearth lounge and the forest lounge.

Leisure services embrace a 20-metre indoor heated pool with metropolis views and a 24-hour health centre. The Membership InterContinental Lounge, positioned on the lodge’s prime flooring, supplies an elevated expertise with personal check-in, à la carte breakfast, night drinks, and unique concierge providers.

Set moments from Sapporo’s bustling Susukino district, InterContinental Sapporo positions itself as each a cultural hub and a tranquil retreat, inviting visitors to discover the island’s northern spirit by way of design, gastronomy, and real Japanese hospitality.