Tenza Hotel and SKYSPA at Sapporo Central Sapporo Japan

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Sapporo's Secret: Tenza Hotel & SKYSPA - Is This Real Life?! (A Review From a Jaded Traveler)

Okay, folks, let me tell you, I've seen hotels. Seen them. From fleabag dives that smell faintly of despair to sterile luxury palaces that feel more like a corporate filing cabinet than a place to relax. But Tenza Hotel & SKYSPA in Sapporo? This place… this place is something else. It’s like they took everything incredible about Hokkaido (that fresh air, the stunning views, the delicious food) and bottled it into a ridiculously luxurious experience.

So, let's dive in, shall we? Because frankly, I’m still trying to process it all.

(Full Disclosure: I PAID for my stay. No freebies here, just honest opinions from a travel-weary soul.)

Accessibility: Mostly good, but read carefully!

Right off the bat. I'm happy to read that they put a lot of effort toward accessibility. They have Facilities for disabled guests and an Elevator, which immediately shoots them up the list for me. More information is needed from me, But if you are looking for accessibility, you should call the hotel beforehand.

Cleanliness and Safety: Feeling Safe, Feeling… Sane?

Look, after the last few years, cleanliness is KING. And Tenza nails it. Absolutely nails it. They've got the whole shebang: Anti-viral cleaning products, daily disinfection in common areas, professional-grade sanitizing services, rooms sanitized between stays, and staff who actually understand what "safety protocols" means. I’m even reading that you room sanitization opt-out available! I love that they are giving the choice. I’m a bit obsessed with sanitizing, so this is a win-win situation.

I was genuinely impressed with how seriously they took it. Everywhere you look, there's hand sanitizer, and the staff is all masked up and doing their thing. They even offer contactless check-in/out, which is a lifesaver for those of us (me) who hate awkward small talk. And the hot water linen and laundry washing? Chef's kiss. It all made me feel… well, safe. Which, let's be honest, is a pretty big deal these days.

Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: My Waistline Wept Tears of Joy (And Deliciousness)

Okay, here’s where things get… complicated. Because the food, people. The food. Asian breakfast, Western breakfast, buffet in restaurant… they’ve got it ALL. And it's all AMAZING.

Let's start with breakfast. Forget soggy cereal and questionable bacon. This is a feast. I went for the Western option one morning (because croissants, duh), and the quality of the ingredients was insane. The coffee was actually decent. The juice bar was the best thing I've seen in a while. Everything was fresh, beautifully presented, and utterly, completely delicious.

The buffet in restaurant had everything you could imagine. I was surprised at the vegetarian restaurant, so I went there as well!

I'm a sucker for a good bar, and the Poolside bar and Happy Hour at the bar were perfect. They had a decent selection of local spirits and the whole vibe was just… chill. I can also give a shout-out to the coffee/tea in restaurant and the coffee shop, I love them!

The SKYSPA Experience: Where My Worries Melted Away (Literally)

This. This is the reason you book this hotel. The SKYSPA. Oh. My. God.

I’m not usually a spa person. I tend to find them a little… pretentious. But the SKYSPA? This is different. This is an experience.

Picture this: You're floating in a pool with a view, high above Sapporo, surrounded by the snow-capped mountains. The water is warm, the air is crisp, and there isn't a single care in the world. They have a sauna, steamroom, and a spot where you can get a body wrap. I spent a solid three hours just… existing in the Spa. I thought I’d hate it, but I found myself totally relaxed!

Body scrub might be for the adventurous.

Things to Do: More Than Just Bliss (If You Can Bear to Leave the Pool)

Look, the SKYSPA is so good that you might never want to leave. I had to drag myself out to see the Shrine. I did some meeting (I had to do some work, sadly), and I had the pleasure of seeing Audio-visual equipment for special events.

Rooms and Amenities: Comfort Redefined

Alright, time to get real. My room was… breathtaking. This is not an exaggeration folks. It was a non-smoking room, and it was huge.

Air conditioning, of course. Crucial.
Blackout curtains: Glorious for those much-needed naps.
Bathtub and Separate shower/bathtub: Yes, please, to both.
Free bottled water and a Coffee/tea maker: Essential for the caffeine-dependent.
Free Wi-Fi: A must.
A desk if you have to do work.

The extra-long bed was a dream to sleep on. I have to say that I spent a week there, and I slept the most I've ever slept!

Services and Conveniences: Seamless & Stress-Busting

Tenza has thought of everything. From the 24-hour front desk and concierge to the luggage storage and laundry service. They even offer currency exchange and a cash withdrawal service, so you don't have to worry about finding an ATM. The daily housekeeping was immaculate. I can say that everything was as clean as I could hope for.

Getting Around:

Airport transfer: Convenient.
Car park [free of charge]: Awesome.
Taxi service: Also, available.

Bottom Line: Should You Book? YES. Absolutely, unequivocally, YES.

Look, I’m a cynical travel critic. I've stayed in more hotels than I can count, and I'm rarely blown away. But Tenza Hotel & SKYSPA? They've created something truly special. It's a perfect blend of luxury, relaxation, and impeccable service. The SKYSPA alone is worth the price of admission.

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Tenza Hotel and SKYSPA at Sapporo Central Sapporo Japan

Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't going to be your pristine, color-coded itinerary. This is going to be a chaotic, joy-filled, probably slightly smelly (thanks, onsen!) chronicle of my time at the Tenza Hotel and SKYSPA in Sapporo. Consider this less a plan and more… well, a suggestion with a healthy dose of “we’ll see what happens.”

Day 1: Sapporo Arrival - The Great Ramen & Jet Lag Survival

14:00 - Arrival at New Chitose Airport: Ugh, the flight. Let's just say I’m pretty sure I aged a decade in those 12 hours. My neck is killing me, and my brain is still convinced I’m supposed to be making a presentation on Q3 earnings… in Singapore? No. Japan. Ramen.
14:30-16:00 - Airport Logistics & Train to Sapporo Station: Finding the train was a comedy of errors. Let's just say the signs in Japanese look a lot more intimidating when you're operating on zero sleep and fueled by weak airport coffee. I may have accidentally bumped into a very stylish older Japanese woman, who gave me a look that could curdle milk. Apologies, ma'am! We eventually made it, though, and the bullet train? Pure, unadulterated, seat-reclining bliss. Okay, maybe just a little bit of anxiety about accidentally missing my stop.
16:00-17:00 - Taxi from Sapporo Station to Tenza Hotel: Ah, the Tenza. It's… clean. That's the first impression. And the lobby smells faintly of what I can only describe as "Zen lavender with a hint of bewildered traveler." Check-in was straightforward, bless them. No, I’m not entirely sure what I was doing with my hands. But, hey, I found the room key. Success!
17:00-18:00 - Room Exploration and Panic About the Toilet: First things first: room reconnaissance. It's small, but hey, this is Japan. The bathroom is a marvel of modern technology. The toilet, though… it's a sentient being. Heated seat? Check. A symphony of flushing noises? Check. Does it talk? Maybe. Jury's still out. Deep breaths.
18:00-19:00 - Ramen Rescue and Jet Lag Combat at Ramen Alley: Okay, ramen. It’s time. I basically stumbled out of the hotel in a haze, guided by the siren song of sizzling pork and umami-laden broth. Found Ramen Alley. Oh. My. God. This place is heaven. Seriously, you can smell the ramen from a block away. I devoured my bowl. I slurp-worshiped my ramen – the broth was rich, the noodles perfectly chewy, and the tender slices of pork… I’m already planning my next trip. Did I cry a little? Maybe. Jet lag is a powerful thing.
19:00 - 21:00 - Collapse and Netflix in the Hotel: Back to the hotel. I'm pretty sure I looked like a zombie walking back. Netflix. Bliss. Didn't make it through the first episode. Sweet, sweet slumber.

Day 2: SKYSPA & The Mystery of the Onsen

08:00 - Wake Up! (Eventually): Nope. Nope, nope, nope. Still jet lagged. But the promise of breakfast, coffee, and the SKYSPA is a powerful motivator.
09:00 - Tenza Hotel Breakfast: The breakfast buffet was… interesting. The Japanese options, from pickled vegetables to miso soup, were a revelation! The coffee? Okayyy. It was a bit weak, but the view from the breakfast area made up for it. Big windows! Sapporo sights! The world felt a little less blurry.
10:00 - 12:00 - SKYSPA Prep & A Little Bit of Panic: Okay, SKYSPA. This is the thing I've been most excited – and also most nervous – about. The whole “naked in public” thing. Deep breaths. I read up on Japanese onsen etiquette. I’m pretty sure I have the hand towel thing down. Maybe.
12:00 - 15:00 - SKYSPA: The Naked Truth (…and an Unexpected Revelation): Okay, guys. SKYSPA. It was… other-worldly. The sauna? Intense heat. The cold plunge pool? My scream was probably heard throughout Sapporo. But the feeling afterwards was amazing. I have never felt so clean. The outdoor bath overlooking the city? Pure magic. Seriously, I just sat there, letting the steam and the cold air swirl around me, feeling like a completely different person. My anxieties about being naked vanished. I felt something… serene. The best!
15:00 - 16:00 - SKYSPA - Lounge Around and Re-hydrate: The sky spa. The lounge areas, with comfy chairs, and unlimited water and tea. Pure bliss! It's such a great place to get over the steam.
16:00-17:00 - Hotel Rest and Recharge: Back to the Tenza. Shower, and a little rest.
17:00- 19:00 - Sapporo Exploration (Attempt One): Attempt to conquer the city… didn't make it far. A quick stroll around the area, window shopping… and ended up back in the hotel. The allure of the bed was too strong.
19:00 - 20:00 - Hotel Food: The hotel's restaurant was surprisingly good. Japanese curry, with a lot of different things.
20:00 - Down Time: Back to netflix

Day 3: Sapporo Delights & The Unbearable Lightness of… Not Packing?

08:00 - Breakfast… again?: And breakfast again. I’m starting to get into the rhythm of hotel life.
09:00 - 12:00 - Sapporo Beer Garden & The Great Sausage Massacre: Sapporo Beer Garden! Yes! Beer, bratwurst, and the kind of laughter that comes from a genuine experience. I may have accidentally ordered a mountain of sausages. I'm not apologizing. The beer? Perfect. The atmosphere? Electric! I chatted (poorly, with a lot of hand gestures) and somehow made friends with a delightful group of local salarymen who tried to teach me (unsuccessfully) some Japanese drinking games.
12:00 - 13:00 - Lunch: Found a little place that served amazing fresh seafood.
13:00 - 15:00 - Odori Park Stroll: Odori Park. Nice. Flowers, statues, and a general feeling of… well, relaxation. This Japan thing is growing on me!
15:00 - 16:00 - Shopping, Then Panic: Shopping. Souvenirs, Japanese snacks, all the things. Then, a sudden wave of panic. Do I like Sapporo? Do I really like it? Am I ready to leave? Existential dread.
16:00 - 17:00 - Back to the hotel: The best thing to do is to go back to the hotel. Get ready for the last night.
17:00- 19:00 - Packing… or Not Packing: Packing. The dreaded packing. I'm the worst at packing. My bag is somehow already overflowing. I’m pretty sure I have more clothes inside my suitcase than in my actual room at home. I’m also pretty sure I forgot half the things I actually need. Sigh. I try to organize, but it's just a mess.
19:00 - 20:00 - Farewell Dinner: Found a local izakaya (Japanese pub). The food was amazing.
20:00 - 22:00 - Last walk in the City: The final farewell. I was taking a slow walk around the city.

Day 4: Departure - The Sad Goodbye & The Ramen Dream

08:00 - Last Tenza Breakfast - Goodbye: The breakfast will be missed. I like this routine.
09:00 - 10:00 - Check-out and Farewell to Tenza Hotel: Quick, easy checkout. I'm actually sad to leave.
10:00 - 11:00 - Last Ramen, One More Time: Before heading to the airport, I made the decision to go for more ramen.
11:00 - 12:00 - New Chitose Airport: Get to the airport and flight.

This isn't perfect, it's messy, it's real, and it's mine. If it helps you, that's amazing. If it doesn't, at least you had a laugh. Happy travels! And if you see a slightly disoriented person wandering around Sapporo, probably me, just wave.

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Tenza Hotel and SKYSPA at Sapporo Central Sapporo Japan

Sapporo's Secret: Tenza Hotel & SKYSPA - Your Questions, Answered (Maybe)

Okay, spill the tea. Is the Tenza Hotel REALLY as luxurious as the hype suggests?

Look, the hype? It's… well, it's *there*. Let's just say I walked in, and my jaw actually *dropped*. Not the graceful, elegant jaw-drop of a seasoned traveler. More like the "did I accidentally wander onto a movie set?" jaw-drop. The lobby? Immaculate. The staff? They practically anticipate your thoughts. I swear, one of them knew I was craving a green tea before *I* did. But luxury? Yeah, it's oozing from every corner. Think less "fancy motel with a pool" and more "Shangri-La meets the future, if the future was obsessed with spa treatments." Still, I did find a tiny, single spec of lint on my ridiculously plush robe (I'm not a diva, I swear!), so perfection isn't quite achieved... yet.

What about the rooms? Are they all…over-the-top?

Oh, the rooms. Let's get into *those*. I was in a suite, and honestly, it was bigger than my *apartment*. The bed? Clouds. Actual, sleep-on-a-cloud, never-want-to-leave-it clouds. The bathroom? Marble, heated floors, a Japanese toilet that's basically a space shuttle, the works. But here's a confession: I spent about half the time just staring at the tech. Seriously. There's this amazing lighting system, and a voice control that actually *understood* my mumbled requests. I probably spent a humiliating amount of time testing it out, shouting "Turn the lights to sexy time mode!" (It worked, by the way. Don't judge me.) The only downside? You might feel a *little* intimidated about actually using anything. I was afraid I'd break something. Then again, the staff seemed ready to fix anything I might have broken.

The SKYSPA...is it really worth it? I'm a bit of a spa skeptic.

Okay, spa skeptic, I get it. I *was* you. But the SKYSPA… changed. me. It's not just a spa; it's a *vibe*. Imagine a rooftop oasis, the air crisp and clean (Sapporo is gorgeous), and panoramic views of the city. Then, you’re sinking into a perfectly heated onsen… I'm telling you, I literally forgot I had responsibilities. Did I cry a little? Maybe. From pure, unadulterated bliss. The different baths are incredible: the carbonated one tingled pleasantly, the silk bath softened my skin, and then there's a sauna that's actually *bearable*. Really. I could have happily camped out there for a week. The only imperfection? At busy times you might have to wait for a space, but honestly, it's worth the wait.

What about the food and drink? Is it just as good as everything else?

Oh, are we talking food? Prepare yourself. The food is… well, it's a culinary journey. The breakfast buffet (yes, buffet, but elevated beyond belief) almost made me break down and cry again. The selection is insane - local produce, fresh seafood, everything. I had the most amazing fluffy scrambled eggs I've ever had in my life. I'm still dreaming about them. The dinner? You HAVE to try the sushi. It's fresh, flavorful, and beautiful. The presentation is *art*. Seriously. I ate so much I couldn't move. And then I ordered dessert. And then I waddled back to my room and fell into a food coma. Happy food coma, though. And the drinks? Don't even get me started. They make cocktails that are pure art. And they have a great selection of local Sapporo beers.

Is it child-friendly?

I didn't have any kids with me, but I did see some families there. The hotel seems to cater well for kids - plenty of space in the rooms, and the staff are wonderfully accommodating. But honestly, the SKYSPA… I'm not sure about that one. It's all about peace and quiet. I'd check directly with the hotel to see what their policy is on children in the spa area. Personally, if I were a parent, I'd consider it a bit of a "treat yourself" experience and opt for a babysitter.

Any downsides? Because nothing's perfect, right?

Okay, here's the brutally honest bit. The price is… not cheap. Let's just get that out of the way. You're paying for luxury, and it's a splurge. That said, if you're looking for a truly memorable experience, it’s worth saving up for. Another thing? Sometimes, the level of attentive service can be *slightly* overwhelming, in a "are they watching my every move?" kind of way. It took me a few hours to relax fully. And frankly, finding my way around all the technology in the room was… a challenge. I'm reasonably tech-savvy, but the sheer volume of options was a bit much. Otherwise, though? Honestly, hardly any downsides. I'm still searching for a real flaw. Maybe they could offer free puppies? I'm kidding! (Mostly).

Okay, fine, you've convinced me. How do I book?

Well, you'll want to check their website – you know, "Tenza Hotel Sapporo" or something like that. Start planning now, because it’s popular. And honestly, book a few extra days. Trust me, you won’t want to leave. I nearly missed my flight because I kept rebooking spa treatments. Consider yourself warned! And bring a book. You’ll need something to do when you’re not busy being utterly pampered.

So, overall, is it worth it?

Look, I try not to exaggerate. I try to stay grounded, honest. But yes. A thousand times, yes. Honestly, it might be the best hotel experience I've ever had, and I've stayed in a fair few. Was it perfect? No, I spotted a lint ball and stumbled over that voice control. But it was a truly wonderful escape, a genuinely special place. I still fantasize about the breakfast buffet and the SKYSPA. If you're looking for a treat, something truly luxurious and restorative, and you can swing it financially? Absolutely go. Just...try not to cry as much as I did.

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