In partnership with the building owner, JR West Real Estate & Development Company and lessee, FP Sapporo GK, Sapporo Hotel Management GK, a wholly owned subsidiary of Wyndham Destinations Japan Ltd. (collectively referred to as” Wyndham Destinations Japan”) is managing the 132-room property, which opened its doors on June 30.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, which owns the Wyndham Garden brand, has named Wyndham Destinations Japan as its preferred hotel operator in Japan. Under this partnership, Wyndham Destinations Japan will provide management services to Wyndham Garden Sapporo. 

“The opening of Wyndham Garden Sapporo Odori is indicative of the long-term potential we see in Japan and reinforces our commitment to bring our globally recognised brands to Asia Pacific. We are exhilarated with our partnership with Wyndham Destinations because of their proven track record in executing day-to-day operations and delivering excellent guest services that the Wyndham Garden brand is synonymous with. Sapporo is a beautiful destination well known for its mountains, hot springs and winter festivals and attracts both domestic and international visitors to explore, making it a perfect addition to our growing portfolio of brands in this region, and our award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program.” said Mr. Joon Aun Ooi, President, Asia Pacific, Wyndham Hotels and Resorts.

Wyndham Destinations and its subsidiaries currently oversee the management of approximately 70 hotels and resorts across Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Europe and Southeast Asia.

“We are delighted to be partnering with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, JR West and FP Sapporo GK to open this Wyndham Garden hotel in Sapporo,” said Barry Robinson, President and Managing Director, International Operations, Wyndham Destinations.

“Sapporo is a destination much loved by both international and domestic travellers, as well as business guests. We look forward to warmly welcoming our first guests to our brand-new hotel, which offers a contemporary, comfortable and stylish base in the heart of the city,” he added.

Wyndham Garden combines excellent service, and technology that delivers the efficient and welcoming elements that guests want. With a lens on the little details, and a focus on delivering stress-free, easy travel, guests find peace of mind when traveling for business or pleasure.

On a percentage basis, Wyndham Garden is Wyndham’s fastest growing brand over the last five years, growing where Generation X and Millennial travellers want to be.

The hotel, which boasts a modern and sophisticated design, is positioned in Sapporo’s central business district (CBD), an easy walking distance from many city centre attractions, Sapporo’s vibrant night life and a diverse range of restaurants. It also boasts its own restaurant and cocktail bar on the ground floor. Along with easy access to all parts of the CBD, this hotel offers a convenient way to get to public transport and the nearby ski fields

President, Yoshito Fujiwara from JR West Real Estate & Development Company said, “We are pleased to partner with Wyndham Destinations who have a successful track record when it comes to hotel property management. We look forward to seeing the project prosper in the vibrant city of Sapporo.”