Sapporo Sunflower Reflagged Ramada
SAPPORO, Japan, April 10, 2006. Following comprehensive renovations, the Sunflower Hotel, a well-known established hotel in Sapporo, has started operations as the Ramada Sapporo under a franchise agreement with Ramada Worldwide.
The hotel opened a new concept dining caf'e "Midi Nuit" last December as part of the first phase of upgrades which started in October 2005. Comprehensive renovations of the entrance and lobby area, restaurants, banquet rooms and public areas have recently been completed. The total room number of the hotel is 178.
"This is a special moment for the hotel's staff as they have worked hard to make this transition a success. We would also like to thank our loyal guests and customers for their support and look forward to welcoming them to the hotel. " said Hideyuki Shigeji, General Manager of the Ramada Sapporo.
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