Sapporo's ryokan are concentrated in the Jozankei hot-spring district, a 50-minute drive from the city center. These inns offer tatami-matted rooms, communal and private onsen baths, and kaiseki dinners featuring Hokkaido ingredients. Many provide free shuttles from Sapporo Station, making access straightforward even without a car. The top-rated Chalet Ivy Jozankei (95/100) combines a modern fitness center with natural hot springs, while Nakamuraya Ryokan (88/100) sits just a 10-minute walk from JR Sapporo Station, ideal for travelers wanting a central base with a 100-year-old heritage.
Among the standout properties, Shogetsu Grand Hotel (91/100) offers indoor/outdoor baths with gorge views and a sauna, perfect for families. Hanamomiji (90/100) features tatami rooms and mountain-facing outdoor pools, while Jozankei Tsuruga Resort Spa Mori No Uta (91/100) adds a spa and buffet dining. For a central option, Onsen Ryokan Yuen Sapporo (90/100) is located near Odori Park, offering a sauna and private parking. Most ryokan include free Wi-Fi, parking, and breakfast-ideal for travelers seeking a traditional stay with modern comforts.