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Nakamuraya Ryokan

Hokkaido · Japan

N3 W7 Chuo-ku; Sapporo; HokkaidoView location

8.8/10Excellent653 Reviews
Cleanliness8.6/108.6
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort8.6/108.6
Condition8.2/108.2
Location8.8/108.8
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Amenities8.2/108.2
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About Nakamuraya Ryokan

With a stay at Nakamuraya Ryokan in Sapporo (Chuo-ku), you'll be steps from Former Hokkaido Government Office Building and 5 minutes by foot from Odori Park. This hotel is 0. 5 mi (0. 8 km) from Hokkaido University and 0. 5 mi (0. 9 km) from Tanukikoji Shopping Street.

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance. Featured amenities include a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Make yourself at home in one of the 26 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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Located in Sapporo (Sapporo City Centre), Nakamuraya Ryokan is within a 10-minute walk of Odori Park and Hokkaido Government Red Brick Office. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Hokkaido University and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Tanukikoji Shopping Street.

Make yourself at home in one of the 26 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 11:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Unicode Support true Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Special Instructions
    To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
    • This property's rates are based on occupancy; all guests over 3 years of age are considered adults and are charged accordingly. Fees may be incurred if the number of guests checking in varies from the number established at booking.
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 1500 for adults and JPY 1000 for children
    • Self parking fee: JPY 1500 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Japanese

Nearby attractions

Hokkaido Ainu Centre 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Former Hokkaido Government Office Building 0.2 km / 0.2 mi
Odori Park 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Hokkaido Government Red Brick Office 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Daimaru Sapporo 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Odori Bisse 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Hokkaido University 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Hokkaido University Botanic Garden 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Tanukikoji Shopping Street 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Sapporo Clock Tower 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Sapporo JR Tower 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Soseigawa Park 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Sapporo Cultural Arts Theater hitaru 1 km / 0.6 mi
Sapporo Education Community Center 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
JR Sapporo Hospital 1.1 km / 0.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • hotel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Lift access
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • TV lounge
Upon availability

Room types

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  • SINGLE JAPANESE ROOMSINGLE • JAPANESE ROOMSGL.JE

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    SINGLE JAPANESE ROOM

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    Room code: SGL.JE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    RUN OF HOUSE

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    Room code: ROO.RO

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room code: ROO.JE

    Limited room details from hotel

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    Room STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room code: ROO.ST

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Non-smoking room
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Nakamuraya Ryokan

8.8
Excellent
653 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.6 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
8.6 /10
Condition
8.2 /10
Location
8.8 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Amenities
8.2 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
Mario
The room was very neat and the staff was super helpful.

I can't comment on the onsen as I didn't use it.

The ryokan location is very close to the JR station, so you can get easily from the New Chitose Airport.

I would like to come back to try the onsen next time.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2026
yufeng
No problems I enjoyed the stay
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2025
Mia
I’ve staid in many hotels in Japan, and this might just be the best one. Even with my limited Japanese, the staff was very accommodating and kind, and the facility felt safe, cozy, and nostalgic even in the heart of Sapporo. I’ll be sure to stay again next time I visit Hokkaido. ありがとうございます😊
Business_and_leisure Self
2/10
Poor
15 Mar 2025
Laura
This property was incredibly rundown.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2025
Uma
Wonderful place to stay for an immersive experience. Super friendly staff and delicious Japanese breakfast. Definitely will return next time. Thank you team!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2025
stacy
Very nice stay
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2025
Ralph
Friendly, helpful staff.
Traditional breakfast available.
Walking distance from railway station.
Public baths.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Dec 2024
Robert

Nice find

Nice little place, a bit outdated, but very charming and the people who run it are wonderful.
Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Aug 2024
Tatyana
Simple, well priced and convenient.
8/10
Excellent
30 May 2024
Brandon
Getting the traditional ryokan experience with futons and a public bath. The pillows left a bit to be desired, but other than that everything was fantastic!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2023
Karen
Clean and friendly
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2023
dan
Loved the freshly laundered robe every day
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2020
Reece
Very clean, very helpful staff, nice central location, good price. Well worth it.
Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Dec 2019
Verified traveler
Unique Japanese experience in the central area of Sapporo. Luggage storage area is very small as luggage cannot be taken into the main room.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
I don’t want to write fifty characters why are you making it hard?
8/10
Excellent
07 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
Great Ryokan for an affordable price. Truly authentic Japanese style. Only thing to keep in mind is that the lobby is a smoking area. My room was above the lobby so I could smell it all night long. The staff sent me an air purifier which helped. Breakfast was great and everyone was super nice
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2019
J.
Onsite onsen. Really enjoy the experience of early morning hot bath even though it is not actual spring water
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
18 Mar 2019
Will
Good location. Hospitable and helpful staff. Overall a great place to stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Very nice welcome at the Ryokan. It's a simple place with traditional Japanese room. Very good value for money.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Dec 2018
Pimmy
Feel cosy like home. Friendly staff. Reasonal price with good location.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2018
Peary

lovely ryokan. Recommend to visit !

we had good experience at there. staffs 're helpful and friendly. Room is spacious and Futon is nice with fluffy & warm blanket. I love this place:)
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2018
raz

nice ryokan in sapporo

very nice ryokan, as usual comfy futon. nice room with tea and sweets provided. good location close to restaurants and shopping areas. staff friendly
8/10
Excellent
28 Sep 2018
elvin

Nice stay

Nice ryokan close to many places. Friendly staffs and easy to travel around
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2018
Nancy
Truely had a wonderful stay, the staff are very nice and friendly. We were there during the recent earthquake and everyone there went out of their way to ensure we were ok and had enough food etc. When we had to extend our stay due to the airport being closed, they did all they could to accomindate our need for additional days etc. By the end of our trip, they felt like family. This kind of caring is lost at bigger hotels. Treat yourself to the experience of staying in a traditional style Japanese room under the care of this hotel staff, will not hesitate to stay there again.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2018
Mireia
Great place with a great atmosphere! The staff was very kind and helpful.
2/10
Poor
28 Jun 2018
morris
Condition was overall disappointing. Quite old and badly maintained
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2018
helen

Nice authentic hotel

Lovely hotel, about 10 mins walk from Sapporo station so easy to get around. Staff very polite and helpful and speak some English which proved very helpful. The a ryokan makes it an authentic experience and was comfy to sleep. Heated toilet seats are a novelty!,
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2018
Josi

Great location and wonderful service!

Loved staying in traditional tatami room and having access to small onsen on the 2nd floor. The owner and staff were all very nice. Breakfast was very good and plenty, definitely worth the small price. Very convenient location, short walk to central train Station and other sights. Perfect for a short stay.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2018
JO

Lovely stay for snow festival

We stayed here for three nights and were welcomed by very friendly staff. Our rooms were clean and warm and very comfortable. The onsen was relaxing after a day’s sightseeing. I can recommend the breakfast as well.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2018
Churalak

Good experience of Ryokan

I was with my family total of 5 people. Hotel was quite small but relatively good size for accommodation in Japan. It took us around 10 minutes to Sapporo Station but there were plenty of subway walk where you can escaped the cold weather. On our arrival we received a welcome dessert and tea. House keeping was great and they promptly responded to your request. They also prepared your bed too. Their onsen was separated male and female. It was a bit small but that’s where I spent time with my sister at night bath. They have their own toilet and bathroom. We didn’t get to try meals at the hotel as there were plenty of restaurants around.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2018
james
Great traditional place to stay. Close to everything you need in Sapporo
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2018
christian

Make sure you get the traditional breakfast!!!

Everything was perfect. Great service and the traditional Japanese breakfast was amazing!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2017
Quelle

Great and welcoming experience

Just right opposite former government building which is very beautiful during white winter. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Deposited my luggage as I arrived early and when I returned to check in at night, my luggage was already in my room and was welcomed with mochi and tea. A little cold in winter though but had a wonderful ryokan experience.
8/10
Excellent
21 Dec 2017
blurelle

Nice with a homey feel

Service is excellent, selected this ryokan for a traditional japanese futon experience. Enjoyed the room very much.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2017
Verified traveler

A taste of Japan

Amazing stay with this traditional Japanese hotel.
Staff are friendly and polite with warm welcome sweet treats and green tea served.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2017
Verified traveler

I made a great choice

Hey, travellers esp. foreigners.
Experience Roykan and feel Sapporo!
Breakfast excellent, great location, very friendly staffs. What else?
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2017
Tomasz

Great place, friendly staff, awesome location.

The hotel is great with nice welcoming staff and the location is really cool, next to botanical gardens and close to government building. Not sure if all the rooms had this but we had a private bathroom and there was also a traditional public bath a floor below.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2017
Thomas

Great stay. Recommend it.

This is a great place to try out a japanese ryokan. They great you with tea service in the room which is a nice touch. The Japanese tatami mat beds were the most comfortable that I have slept on. The place is great and in a great central location.
8/10
Excellent
08 May 2017
Verified traveler

Nice hotel to stay

Nice hotel to stay. Staff are friendly. Tatami experience
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2017
Nic

Cosy ryokan in the middle of the city

Ryokan is probably a 10mins or so walk from Sapporo station. Smooth check in process. We were all greeted warmly by front desk and other staff members. We were orientated to the ryokan. Facilities were outdated however that's the charm of ryokans! Facility was clean and spotless. There is a public bath but none of us used it. Futons were comfortable. Self laundry is available at the ryokan. We purchased a coupon for breakfast (1080yen)- variety of things to eat (mostly Japanese styled breakfast options). We thoroughly enjoyed our stay over the three nights.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2017
Agata

Wonderful hosts

The ryokan has a 150 year long history. The owners are wonderful people. I really enjoyed my stay there.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2017
Juan

Nice little ryokan

The staff was wonderful and helped me with my sightseeing planning. Dinner in your room is a must if you are staying there. It is a very short walk from the JR Sapporo station and a walkable distance to Odori park and Sapporo tower. Being that my visit was during the cold season, I can say the room was always in a comfortable temperature. I will visit again in the future. P.S. This Ryokan has quite a history leading back to the very early 1900s, it is very interesting.
4/10
Poor
01 Jan 2017
Soo Hwee

Very small room

The stay was not so good: the room was an extreme squeeze for 4 people, and it was just enough space to lay 4 futons, with absolutely no more space to open our luggages. The toilet was also very small. The bath towels are of very thin materials and bath soap and shampoo are in little packets and there was no hair conditioner. The only positive thing was the friendliness of the staff, even though they spoke very limited English.
Would not recommend if you want a comfortable stay!
Family
8/10
Excellent
31 Dec 2016
Cheung

convenience and clean

small hotel with fair quality of service and clean and tidy room & hotel but good location
Family
8/10
Excellent
25 Dec 2016
Agnes Chow

Low budget hotel near to JR Sapporo station.

Place was relatively close to JR Sapporo station and easy to find. Staff was very nice and welcomed us warmly. Room was spacious enough.
8/10
Excellent
20 Oct 2016
Verified traveler
Residual smoking smell was a bit overwhelming.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2016
Joe

Lovely mixture of the old and the new

This is a lovely hotel that mixes a traditional Japanese ryokan with modern comforts. The rooms are large and comfortable, but you will sleep on a traditional Japanese futon. The staff are lovely - they will serve you green tea in your room to welcome you. Also it's very conveniently located, just a few minutes walk from the railway station.
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2016
Verified traveler

Well-loved ryokan

We were thrilled to find Nakamuraya Ryokan as it is an authentic Japanese traveling experience. This place is not fancy, but the staff is extra kind, helpful and accommodating. There are many repeat guests and their wear and tear on the place are showing, but again, like a well-loved stuffed animal, that's not what you focus on if you love it.
6/10
Pleasant
24 Jul 2016
Mom

Downtown Sapporo Ryokan

Close to everything we wanted to see in Sapporo. The welcome by the staff was very gracious. The room was a typical tatami room.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2016
Verified traveler

Wonderful place to stay

The staff were fantastic
Room very comfortable and clean
Ideal location close to shops
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2016
Verified traveler

Lovely hotel close to town

Lovely staff and very clean
Couldn't ask for more
The hotel is in a great location - very close to the train station and the city
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jul 2016
Raymond

Great Ryokan experience

Great Ryokan experience. Nice location, easy access to odori park, train stations, etc...
Family
8/10
Excellent
01 Jul 2016
w1NtEr

Fair Enough

Pros: Workers are nice and Japanese style is attractive, Got a good deal at weekend

Cons: Location is just so-so, 15 miniutes from JR station , WiFi doesn't work at all, Room is old and not spacing

8/10
Excellent
25 Jun 2016
Lee Tak

great stay

we loved it. the staff are courteous and try thier best to make our stay a pleasant one. For that i deeply appreciated.
Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Jun 2016
Verified traveler

Great service

The hotel is really old. But it's close to JR station. The staffs are very nice. We checked in early, so we went out for shopping. When we arrived, our luggage is in the room already and the staff welcomed us by showing us all the facilities, making us tea and providing a small dessert. The service is the best I have experienced in all the hotels in Japan.
6/10
Pleasant
26 Apr 2016
Paul

It's a run of the mill place

It is a run of the mill place. Service was decent.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2016
tom

First experience at a ryokan

About 6 blocks from the jr station, about my limit for dragging suitcases. For food, can either eat here or at apia close to the station, nice experience on checkin , they took suitcases upstairs and served tea and cake , and after a long train ride, a pleasant experience.
The futons were amazingly comfortable, and the japanese bath a nice first. Only thing is that there was a bit of smell of cigarettes in the hallways and entrance as we are non smokers.
8/10
Excellent
15 Apr 2016
Andrew

Relaxing, clean, and quiet.

The little cakes and supplies for making green tea on arrival was very welcoming, and I then had a relaxing soak in the guest bath.

The supplied breakfast was not exactly to my tastes, but was superbly prepared, and was extremely generous in quantity.

A very pleasant stay.
8/10
Excellent
15 Mar 2016
Verified traveler
Had an excellent welcome from the staff and enjoyed a very comfortable Japanese style room.
8/10
Excellent
28 Feb 2016
Verified traveler

Great little ryokan

The best thing about this place is that every cab driver knows where it's at if you just say the name... compared to the other places where we stayed, where nobody had any clue.

Woman in kimono showed us to our room and gave us welcome sweets, yay! Unfortunately, it was mochi, which I was kind of sick of at that point. But it was good mochi. It also bothers me a little when they make the greeter a young, cute woman -- there's something really objectifying about it -- but I suppose in this case we can say it's tradition?

Most of the staff speaks really limited English, except for one or two people who do it passably. But they try really hard, even if it's kind of awkward.

They also make you leave your key at the front desk every time you leave the hotel, which is the first time that's happened to me before.

Room was clean; the only thing is we killed a bug in our room. But other than that, no complaints. Room was reasonably priced for the festival.
4/10
Poor
15 Feb 2016
Tuck Wai
Being overcharge for the third person without upgrading from double to triple room. Staff are helpful.
Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Dec 2015
Kharina
It was a family stay with my 6 yo. It was most enjoyable. Hotel service staff are very courteous. Food is reasonably priced.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2015
Yang

Value for Money, Location, Service, and Facalities

Pros:
Excellent location of Sapporo city. Nearby to Botanic Garden, Clock Tower, Government Building, Sapporo University, shopping and JR Train Station.
Great hospitality and hotel staffs serve hot green tea and welcome snacks. They even make up the futon for us.
Plenty of facilities with a budget hotel. Either use the public bath or a private toilet in the room. It has hot bath to relax yourself.
The hotel staff helps you move and park your car.
This place provides Japanese suits (Yukata), complete amenities and right size of slippers.

Cons:
Room Wifi is not working.
May look old or dated. But it is very clean and well maintained.
Some hotel staffs may have difficulties communicating in English.

My Comments:
A must to stay in Sapporo regardless using a car or public transport. Parking is chargeable and have Wifi at the lobby. Traditional hotel where you will sleep with the traditional Japanese room. Japan Futons and it has big TV screen.
6/10
Pleasant
28 Sep 2015
Eugene

Small room, but great location.

The ryokan is located very close to downtown and is very convenient to go pretty much anywhere. The room was a bit small but it was comfortable enough. For the price it was actually decent.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Sep 2015
Verified traveler

Tradisonal reyokan

It was interesting experience. The staff are very kind and helpfull.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2015
Verified traveler

A traditional hotel in the heart of Sapporo

A comfortable Japanese-style hotel, within walking distance of Sapporo station, right between the botanical gardens and the former government building, and an easy walk to Hokkaido University, and Odori Park. My only gripe would be that wifi is only in the lobby, where the designated smoking area is.
A tip: spring for the Japanese breakfast...it's very reasonably priced, the food is pretty good, and it's a great way to start your day of exploring.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2015
Verified traveler
fantastic was the comment from my brother-in-law. This was his first visit, while this was my third visit and I would not choose to stay anywhere else. The service is impeccable.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2015
Deh-I

Unique ryokan in the heart of Sapporo

Most courteous staff, our third stay here.
Excellent location, and it was interesting to find out about how the place has been owned by so many generations
Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2015
Verified traveler
Great value and perfect location. Authentiv stay in Sapporo!
8/10
Excellent
03 May 2015
Verified traveler

Great location and accommodating staff

The staff were the best part of our stay going outhe of their way to create a vegetarian friendly breakfast. Our welcome tea ceremony in the tatami room was a real treat and the guidance to explore town was very good.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Mar 2015
Verified traveler

Wonderful staff

Nakamura Ryokan is a good place to stay for lots of reasons, but the most important is the staff. They were friendly, accommodating, and and excellent source for recommendations around the city. I will definitely stay at Nakamura Ryokan during my next trip to Sapporo.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2015
Verified traveler

Great Ryokan

The homemade, traditional Japanese foods they served at breakfast were wonderful. The service was top quality, and MOST of the staff were very good about speaking to me in Japanese when I spoke to them in Japanese. They have a couple people who can communicate in English on staff of you want a traditional experience but haven't studied up. It's a fantastic little ryokan in a perfect location.
8/10
Excellent
13 Feb 2015
Aias

Access is everything

Stayed for a few nights and was very pleased with both the price and location. This ryokan is nothing flash, but the staff and its proximity to the sapporo JR station, subway, and central sapporo made up for it in bounds.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2015
Verified traveler
Great experience. Friendly staff and an authentic Japanese experience.
8/10
Excellent
24 Jan 2015
Dayoung

Great stay next to Sapporo station

My husband and I stayed here with our two year old during Jan 2015. We loved that it was so close to the JR Sapporo station (5 min) and appreciated the attentive and warm service. Our toddler got a welcome snack during check-in and her own yukata (Japanese gown) to wear around the ryokan, which she loved. Our private bathroom was the biggest we have had while staying in a Japanese ryokan. Don't miss the bancha (or hojicha) that they offer to bring to your room in addition to the green tea, the public baths on the second floor, or the room-service local draft beer. The only minor things that would make this ryokan even more outstanding would be 1) having internet/wifi connection in the rooms and 2) reducing the smell of smoke in the rooms.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2015
Verified traveler

Comfortable and welcoming guesthouse

The guesthouse offers a more traditional experience than a standard hotel room. We found it very enjoyable and interesting as foreigners visiting Japan. The futon bed was also more comfortable than the average hotel bed. The best part was the exceptional service from the guesthouse staff, which was very warm and personal. The front desk staff also speak fluent English.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Dec 2014
Verified traveler

Quaint Hotel in the Midst of Modern Buildings

Execellent in their welcoming and saying goodbyes to visitors. Slightly old but clean. Chose the room with attached toilet which gave more privacy. Good experience for those keen for traditional ryokan style.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2014
bernard

Nice culture hotel

The staff are helpful and it brings the nature culture of Japanese stays
8/10
Excellent
07 Oct 2014
yann

A traditional Japanese inn.

This place is surrounded by historical sites and just few steps from a very attractive botanical garden, also pretty close to city center and train station. Nakamuraya is a rare traditional Japanese inn. So don't expect fancy amenities. But their staffs are very efficient and friendly willing to help. This is a place for anyone to experience a bit of old Japan.
6/10
Pleasant
13 Aug 2014
Hiro

Little bit outdate.

To much Japanese stile breakfasts.
No WiFi at room.
Too many smooking people.
Room was clean and nice.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2014
Verified traveler

Comfort without Compromising Cost

I originally booked a room for 1 person. With last minute changes in travel plans, the staff was able to accommodate an extra person on my reservation Upon agreeing to change to a larger room (with an additional person charge) that did not come with a personal bath/toilet, we were giving complimentary breakfast. The room was clean, spacious. The futons were extremely comfortable. I will definitely return to this accommodation on my next visit to Sappporo.
8/10
Excellent
27 Jul 2014
Swng

Generally comfortable

The breakfast was about adequate.the room was spacious.
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2014
Verified traveler

Good

Good experience and nice friendly staff, quite clean but the wooden floor makes quite a bit of noise will walking
4/10
Poor
29 Jun 2014
david

Did not meet expectations

We were expecting the real ryokan experience but left totally dissatisfied from room comfort ( we booked 2 but were given 2 different types though paying the same rate) to getting awful breakfasts though we paid extra expecting the same from our previous experience in Kyoto in another ryokan. We brought our sons to experience a ryokan but all left totally disappointed ! Never ever again
8/10
Excellent
09 Jun 2014
ng

comfortable space

service was good generally, albeit a not so friendly staff spoiled some mood
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2014
Verified traveler

Great traditional Japanese experience.

Staff was wonderful! Exactly the experience we were looking for.
6/10
Pleasant
27 Apr 2014
Kylie

Friendly staff

The staff were welcoming, the room comfortable and clean. Close walk to shopping.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2014
Verified traveler

Beautiful Ryokan

I had an amazing time in Nakamayura Ryokan.
The staff were very friendly and helpful - especially for someone with very little Japanese. It is very centrally located for the JR train and Odori Park.
The baths were amazing and the breakfast was delicious.
I would highly recommend it.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2014
Well traveled

Great location

Great location and very friendly staff. Traditional Japanese style inn but well run with efficient English speaking staff.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2013
Kirill

Great place to sample a traditional ryokan

We stayed for four days at this ryokan and found it absolutely delightful! The stuff were very kind and helpful and there was no problem communicating in English. They even went outside when we first came to the ryokan and greeted us by our names and gave us towels as it was raining cats and dogs.
The room is traditional room with tea table during daytime and o-futon at night. There is also bathroom, which we almost never used as they have fantastic public o-furo (bath) and we went there every morning and every evening. The room was smoking (I guess all their rooms are) but although I am very susceptible to it I never felt anything and could be in the room and sleep comfortably – not a hint of smoking.
The breakfast is great! You are given a tray with some food (fish, boiled vegetables, pickles) and also there is a buffet table where you can get as much as you like rice, miso soup, all sorts of condiments and sauces and even some western food and coffee with buns! One of the best breakfasts I had in Japan.
8/10
Excellent
02 Oct 2013
kriedel

a bit hard to find in the dark, late arrival

Good, traditional Japanese rooms, which were made up 3 times a day, cold and warm water to drink with green tea and cake as welcome. Good location. It wasn't a problem that we arrived late and we could easily change from smoker to non-smoker room. Fast internet connection in hall downstairs.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2013
Michelle

A well-kept secret in the heart of Sapporo

I was amazed to find a place between Odori Park, Sapporo train station, the old government building (called Akarenga), and the botannical garden. I didn't have to go far to see anything (which was perfect, as it rained off and on). The service at the hotel was incredibly upscale and everything was very nice. It's the perfect Japanese-style hotel experience.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Aug 2013
Michelle
I was really surprised to find such a nice ryokan-style hotel in the middle of everything. Its location between the train staiton, the old Govorner's Office, the botannical garden, and Odori Park is really the best I could have hoped for. Breakfast was a pleantiful and delicious combination of Japanese food and some additional items, like bread rolls and fresh fruit. The room was enormous for just one person, and the futon was very comfortable. The bathroom was very large as well, which surprised me because I wasn't expecting a bathtub in the room in addition to the community baths (I opted for the women's community bath and it was very nice). The lobby wireless was very fast and user-friendly. I felt welcomed every time I walked into the hotel throughout the day. Each time I went into the room they'd done something, like replaced my tea, or moved the table and put away my futon, or laid out my futon and pajamas. It was like happy cleaning magic. They were also kind enough to store my luggage on my last day so I didn't need to pay for a locker at the train station. I've stayed at other hotels in that area before, and I've enjoyed every hotel, but if I go back to Hokkaido, I'll definitely stay at Nakamuraya Ryokan again.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2013
Gerry

Fabulous

Great place to stay - staff was excellent. Gave us suggestions on super places to eat and always had a map ready to show us our path, Location was the best next to the botanic gardens.
8/10
Excellent
13 Aug 2013
Caesar

1 day stay

Nice and clean traditional ryokan with walking distance to Sapporo stn.
Hard to recognize where is it as entrance sign in japanese.
8/10
Excellent
22 Jan 2013
Verified traveler

Typical japanese ryokan

Sizeable room with sitting area and main Japanese-style table, and the futon is rolled out by the staff in the evening for sleeping.
8/10
Excellent
03 Jan 2013
QLT

Great Ryokan staying experience

Nakamuraya Ryokan is really a good Ryokan to stay in Sapporo. The location is reasonable, about 10 mins walk from JR station. The room is clean and tidy. The breakfast provided was fantastic. We have a great Ryokan staying experience with their excellant service!
Family
8/10
Excellent
25 Dec 2012
Verified traveler

Good!Recommand!

Good location. Good price. The room is totally worth the price. Staff are friendly
8/10
Excellent
26 Jul 2026
よしなり
そんなに大きくないですが、大浴場があり、気持ち良く入浴出来ました
4/10
Poor
22 Jul 2026
Yuki
札幌の老舗旅館の一つです。
道警察本部の裏手にあり、アクセスは悪くありませんが、逆に言うとメイン通りからは2ブロック外れているのでメインの狸小路からはタクシー使わないと徒歩で1km以上あります。

接客に問題ありませんし、客室のフロアについたらエレベーターホールで迎えてくれました。
また私の体格を元に客室の羽織もサイズ変更してくれました。

エアコンもテレビも、空気清浄機も問題ありませんでしたし、WIFIも問題なく50Mbpsくらいは平均で出ていました。

この旅館にぴったりな人は、札幌で和室を求めている方です。
逆をいうとそれ以外の用途では満足するには他のホテルがよく見えてしまい、残念な思いをすると思います。
Self

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Nakamuraya Ryokan
N3 W7 Chuo-ku; Sapporo; Hokkaido, Sapporo, Japan

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