Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sapporo Susukino — the budget hotel with noticeably bigger rooms for Sapporo business travellers
Have you ever booked a budget hotel in Sapporo, opened the door, and found a room so small that setting down your suitcase left barely any space to stand? Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sapporo Susukino is the answer for travellers who want to stay within budget but need real working space — the Moderate Single comes in at 16 sqm, a full 5 sqm wider than APA Hotel, with a large work desk, a separate bathtub, and 100+ Mbps Wi-Fi, all starting from ¥8,800/night, which still sits firmly in Sapporo's budget tier.
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sapporo Susukino sits at Minami 4 Nishi 6 in Chuo-ku — a 2-minute walk from Hosui-Susukino Station on the Toho Line. From there, it's just 6 minutes by train to Sapporo Station at the heart of the city. The Susukino main strip, Hokkaido's most famous cluster of restaurants, ramen shops and bars, is a 5-minute walk. That combination — quick rail access to the centre and immediate walking distance to the city's best dining — makes this location work equally well for business trips and sightseeing stays.
"The room is noticeably bigger than other budget chain hotels at the same price point. The work desk is huge, the Wi-Fi is fast — many guests say this is the best-value business hotel in the Susukino area."
The most important thing that sets this Daiwa Roynet branch apart from competitors in the same price range is room size. The Moderate Single at 16 sqm is 5 sqm bigger than APA Hotel (11 sqm) and comfortably wider than Toyoko Inn (13 sqm). The difference sounds modest on paper, but in practice it means you can unpack your suitcase, move around freely, and not feel cramped after a long day. For travellers who need the room to double as a temporary office, this matters enormously.
Beyond the floor plan, the large work desk is the feature guests mention most — there's plenty of room for a laptop, a notepad, and external peripherals if needed. The bathtub, which is separated from the shower rather than being the same unit, makes it easy to soak after a heavy work day. And the Wi-Fi, which guests have tested at 100+ Mbps, is reliable enough for video calls and remote work without the anxiety of a dropped connection. There's also coin laundry in the building for anyone on an extended stay.
On the brand side, Daiwa Roynet is part of the Daiwa House Group — one of Japan's largest construction and real estate companies — which means every branch maintains a predictable standard. Staff communicate in basic English, enough for a smooth check-in and general requests. The score of 8.5 from over 2,200 reviews confirms that most guests leave with a positive impression.
To be straight about the trade-offs — the starting price of ¥8,800/night pushes close to the ¥10,000 ceiling. If your budget is tighter, APA Hotel or Toyoko Inn are both ¥800–1,300 cheaper per night and are also located in Susukino. The other thing to know upfront: there is no free breakfast. The cafe on the ground floor offers a breakfast set for around ¥1,500/person. For a budget option, Seven-Eleven and FamilyMart are within walking distance. The building's exterior looks older than newer competitors like Comfort Hotel, though the rooms themselves are well maintained.
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sapporo Susukino is best suited for solo business travellers, digital nomads, and guests staying 3–5 nights who want a room wide enough to actually work in — not just a place to drop their bags and leave. If your shortlist includes both APA and Daiwa Roynet, spending an extra ¥1,000 buys you 5 more square metres, a proper work desk, and a separate bath. For anyone who uses the room as an office, that trade-off is well worth it.
One thing worth knowing — if you sign up for the Daiwa Roynet Members Card (free to join), you get early check-in from 14:00 and late check-out until 12:00. That means two extra hours to work from the room before heading out, without the pressure of a 10:00 deadline other hotels impose. For travellers working on the road, it's a small but genuinely useful perk.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ 16 sqm rooms — noticeably wider than competing budget chain hotels
- ✓ Large work desk + separate bathtub — suits business trips
- ✓ 100+ Mbps Wi-Fi stable enough for video calls and remote work
- ✓ 2-min walk to Hosui-Susukino · 6 min to Sapporo Station
- ! From ¥8,800 — close to the ¥10,000 ceiling, pricier than APA/Toyoko
- ! No free breakfast — ground-floor cafe charges ~¥1,500/person
- ! Building exterior looks older than newer hotels in the same area
- ✓ Daiwa Roynet brand — predictable standards, no surprises
- ✓ Coin laundry in the building — convenient for extended stays
- ✓ Basic English communication from staff — check-in is straightforward
- ✓ Toho Line runs direct to Sapporo Station without changing lines
- ! Toho Line intervals can stretch to 10 minutes — check the timetable
- ! No Chikaho underground connection — you'll face the snow for a few steps
- ! Some rooms have limited views — request a higher floor for city views
- 💡If your budget is under ¥8,000/night — this hotel starts at ¥8,800, close to ¥10,000 → APA Hotel or Toyoko Inn are ¥800–1,300 cheaper and also in the Susukino area.
- 💡If you need breakfast included in the rate — there is no free breakfast here → consider Comfort Hotel Sapporo Susukino which includes breakfast, or pick up something from a convenience store nearby.
- 💡If you plan to spend most of your time out exploring — the extra room size won't add much value → APA or Toyoko Inn at a lower price may suit you better.