karaksa hotel Sapporo

I normally do not bother writing reviews but I was really surprised that this hotel was only rated 3 stars and I would like to say they definitely deserve more than 3 stars. The service and expectations was way over my expectations. Location are perfect and staffs definitely try their very best to help English speakers. They also offered a lot of free basic amenities that we did not expect. They provide recycle bag DAILY into the room and it is exceptionally useful throughout my whole trip even until my last transit back home. The free coffee provided was way better than those I bought from outside. Parking was really convenient as well, even if you do not get a spot, you get plenty of parking nearby, and the hotel will reimburse any extra that you have paid!!! We bought food from the supermarket and needed plates so that we can microwave, the hotel manage to provide everything we needed including cutleries.

> The quieter side of Susukino, away from the bars/club but right on the smack of shopping strip Tanukikoji. You can get everything you need from there. I only wish I have more time to shop! > Lots of guide from the hotel's website on how to get on from Airport train to Sapporo Stn, then transfer to a local network, 2 stops to the station Susukino, nearest to hotel. From the station, is another 5-8 mins walks, underground, fully covered (lots of shoppings) before you exit the underground to the Tanukikoji. So is quite a nice walk. > There are free drinks and snacks for a fixed period of time, which we kinda like it. > walking distance (range of 5 - 15mins) to many of the local attractions i.e. odori park, shopping, TV towers. well connected with trains and tram, that brings you to other parts of Sapporo! > Room heating is perfect for winter, works really well.

1. The very friendly & helpful staff who spoke English 2. The cleanliness 3. The comfortable beds 4. The welcome drinks & desserts at the lounge 5. The onsen that is open long hours 6. The 24-hour reception 7. The central location- The back entrance opens out to Tanukkoji Shopping St 8. Ichiran is opposite the hotel 9. Air-conditioning can be adjusted to a temperature that suits.

The location of the hotel is well positioned and accessible (both by foot, train or car). On the other side of the hotel is the famous Tanukikoji Shopping Street, providing us access to both the pharmacy and great food selections. The in-house onsen is another great hit! Didn't expect a 3-star hotel to have an onsen that is so well furnished! Kudos to the team for rendering us such a fantastic Sapporo experience! Highly recommend this place to any visitors.

This hotel is next to the Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade. You can even walk from the JR Sapporo Station to the Hotel in the underground. This is very important in the cold weather. The room is very comfortable although it is a bit small for three of us. The public bath is very good especially after staying outside in the cold for the whole day. The breakfast is excellent with both Japanese and Western styles. You can even prepare a bowel of rice with sushi everyday. The staff are always helpful.