We've teamed up for the first time with Kinotoya, a popular Western-style confectionery shop in Sapporo, Hokkaido, to offer a lodging plan that includes a soft-serve ice cream voucher, starting May 27th.
[Grand Mercure Sapporo Odori Park]
Guests staying two nights or more will receive a voucher for "Kinotoya Premium Milk Soft Serve," which has won first place in the "New Chitose Airport Soft Serve Ice Cream General Election" for six consecutive years. From July 25th, a limited-time event will also be held where guests can enjoy festival games and shaved ice within the hotel.
Grand Mercure Sapporo Odori Park (Sapporo, Hokkaido / General Manager: Shunpei Mizuno), a city hotel located in the heart of Sapporo, will begin selling a special accommodation plan in collaboration with Kinotoya, a leading Western-style confectionery shop in Hokkaido, starting May 27, 2026 (Wednesday).
Furthermore, starting July 25th (Saturday), which marks the beginning of the summer vacation period, we will be holding a "Festival Event" at a special venue within the hotel and offering "Shaved Ice" in the lounge for a limited time, so that many guests, including families and international tourists, can enjoy their stay to the fullest. We will provide special hospitality that allows you to fully experience the summer of Hokkaido both inside and outside the hotel.
*Top image: Kinotoya Marui Imai Store
What is "Kinotoya"?
Kinotoya is a hugely popular Western-style confectionery shop that was founded in Sapporo, Hokkaido in 1983. Committed to using fresh ingredients from Hokkaido, they offer a wide variety of products including cakes, Baumkuchen, baked goods, and rich soft serve ice cream, aiming to deliver happiness through delicious sweets. Thanks to this philosophy and commitment to ingredients, it is a beloved local brand and is also widely known as a souvenir from Hokkaido.
[Limited Time Offer: June-September] Kinotoya Soft Serve Ice Cream Voucher + Late Check-Out Plan
1. Includes a "reward soft-serve ice cream" to enjoy the summer in Hokkaido.
This plan includes a voucher (one per person) for "Kinotoya's Premium Milk Soft Serve," which has won first place in the "New Chitose Airport Soft Serve Ice Cream General Election" for six consecutive years, for guests staying two nights or more. This soft serve ice cream uses Hokkaido-produced mascarpone as a secret ingredient, offering a rich milky flavor and smooth texture. The voucher can be used at four locations: "Odori Park Store," "Marui Imai Store," "Pole Town Store," and "New Chitose Airport Store." Enjoy it freely according to your itinerary, whether it's Odori Park right in front of the hotel or sightseeing in Sapporo.
We have prepared exchange vouchers that can be used at four Kinotoya stores.
2. Enjoy a relaxing stay until the last day with a 12:00 late check-out.
This plan includes a complimentary extension of the usual 11:00 AM check-out time to 12:00 PM. You can relax in your room after breakfast, or take a stroll through Odori Park before returning to your room to get ready, allowing you to fully enjoy your stay in Sapporo without feeling rushed.
[Eligible Period] May 27, 2026 (Wed) – September 30, 2026 (Wed)
[Reservation Conditions] Reservations are limited to stays of 2 nights or more.
[Bonus Content]
– One hour of late check-out free of charge (normally 11:00 AM, extended to 12:00 PM)
– Voucher for "Kinotoya Premium Milk Soft Serve" (1 voucher per person *Not applicable to infants sleeping in the same bed)
[Participating stores for redemption]
Kinotoya Odori Park Store: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Closed from July 1st to 15th)
Kinotoya Marui Imai Store: 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Kinotoya Paul Town Store: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Kinotoya New Chitose Airport Store: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
[Notes]
The voucher is valid from the check-in date to the check-out date.
– Some stores do not have eat-in spaces.
Depending on the crowd situation, you may have to wait in line.
・If we are unable to provide the product due to equipment problems or other reasons, we may substitute it with a designated product in the same price range.
Points about "Festival Stalls & Shaved Ice"
1. A Japanese summer moment that excites people of all ages: "Festival events"
We will be holding an event themed around a traditional Japanese summer festival ("ennichi") within the hotel. We'll offer nostalgic experiences such as string pulling games, shooting galleries, and ring toss. By enhancing the value of your time spent inside the hotel, we aim to reduce stress during crowded times and create a more comfortable stay. Children staying at the hotel will receive a free voucher for three "ennichi experiences" upon check-in. This event is perfect for creating lasting family memories.
Enjoy festival games inside the hotel, including the popular shooting gallery.
2. Enjoy your own special shaved ice in the lounge.
As a limited-time summer menu item, the lounge will be offering shaved ice free of charge. In addition to five types of syrups, fruits, and sauces such as chocolate and brown sugar syrup, a variety of toppings are available, including mochi balls, red bean paste, whipped cream, and mini mochi cuts. Enjoy the fun of customizing your shaved ice to your liking and cool down your body on a hot summer day.
Enjoy five different syrups and a variety of toppings.
"Festival Event & Shaved Ice Provision" Overview
[Event Period]
From July 25th (Sat) to August 16th (Sun), 2026, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, and the day before public holidays (a total of 13 days)
*Dates: July 25th, 26th, 31st, August 1st, 2nd, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 14th, 15th, 16th
[Event Time] 15:00 – 19:00
[Venue] 1st floor lounge inside the building
[Festival activities] Raffle, shooting gallery, ring toss, kendama, photo cutout panel, hopscotch, etc.
【Fee】
– Children of elementary school age or younger staying at the hotel will receive a "free ticket for 3 festival activities" upon check-in.
・If you wish to participate in additional activities, a "Festival Experience 3-Session Ticket" is available for purchase at the front desk for 500 yen (tax included).
[Lounge-provided] Shaved ice <Example of shaved ice toppings> 5 types of syrup, 5 types of fruit (frozen), 3 types of sauce (chocolate, fruit-based, brown sugar syrup), red bean paste, mochi balls, kinako (roasted soybean flour), matcha powder, whipped cream, condensed milk, mini mochi cuts, honey, aloe
About Grand Mercure Sapporo Odori Park
Hotel exterior
Located in the heart of Sapporo, the Grand Mercure Sapporo Odori Park is a hotel where you can enjoy a comfortable and functional stay while experiencing Hokkaido's nature and culture. It's ideal as a base for sightseeing, and its convenient location within walking distance of Odori Subway Station, along with its excellent facilities, make it perfect for business trips and extended stays. Furthermore, the hotel's restaurant, featuring local ingredients, will enrich your travel experience.
A breakfast restaurant featuring large windows.
[Address] 1-1, Kita 1-jo Nishi 11-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0001
[TEL] 011-271-2711 / 03-6627-4630 (Reservation Center)
[Price] From 18,500 yen per person per night with breakfast (price per person based on double occupancy, tax and service charge included)
[Official Website] https://grand-mercure-sapporo-odoripark.jp/
[Access] 3-minute walk from Exit 1 of Nishi 11-chome Station on the Tozai Subway Line / Approximately 5 minutes by taxi from JR Sapporo Station.
Activities that allow you to discover the unique charm of this region.
About Grand Mercure
Grand Mercure is a premium brand that celebrates the richness of local culture and offers a high-quality stay experience that harmonizes tradition, elegance, and authenticity, based on the concept of "Discover Local Grandly – Grandly enjoying the charm of the region." Rooted in the essence of each destination, it provides guests with a deep sense of immersion through experiences that awaken the five senses and storytelling that respects the charm of the region. Cherishing the customs, food culture, art, and connections with people that thrive in the region, each experience is carefully woven together as a tribute to the land. By fusing international-standard hospitality with local individuality, it provides a rich and high-quality stay that is deeply rooted in the local community. Currently, Grand Mercure operates more than 80 hotels in more than 10 countries, with flagship hotels including Grand Mercure Mysore in India, Grand Mercure Belém do Parra in Brazil, and Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro Copacabana. Grand Mercure is part of Accor, a leading global hospitality group with over 5,800 properties in more than 110 countries, and is a participating brand in ALL Accor, a booking platform and loyalty program offering a variety of benefits, services, and experiences.
About Accor
Based in Paris, France, Accor is a leading hospitality group with over 5,800 hotels and residences, and more than 10,000 restaurants and bars in over 110 countries worldwide. With approximately 45 hotel brands ranging from luxury to economy, and expanding into the lifestyle sector with Ennismore, Accor operates a diverse and fully integrated ecosystem within the industry. ALL is a booking platform and loyalty program that provides members with the unique experiences that the Accor Group promises, both during and beyond their hotel stays. The group is also focused on driving positive action through business ethics, responsible tourism, sustainable environmental protection, community engagement, diversity, and inclusion. Founded in 1967, Accor is headquartered in France and is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange (ISIN: FR0000120404) and the OTC market (stock code: ACCYY) in the United States. For more information, please visit https://group.accor.com .
*This information is current as of May 27, 2026.
*All photos are for illustrative purposes only.
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