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Best Hotels in Osaka
5 star
Great1505 Reviews
Nakanoshima Osaka|1.42km from city center
The hotel environment was very satisfying, and the room was spacious. We booked a deluxe twin room, which was also very clean. The room came with an air purifier, complimentary water, and toiletries that included not only shower essentials but also facial cleanser, lotion, and toner, so you really don't need to bring your own. The two-prong outlets are the same as in China, so I didn't even need the adapter I brought. However, if you have a three-prong plug, you might need an adapter. The hotel's shuttle bus was super convenient, taking us directly to Umeda Station. Finding our way back was also easy. Of course, Umeda Station is truly huge and complex; even when I stayed in Umeda later, I didn't find it particularly convenient because we were always out early and back late.From€92
Great1958 Reviews
Osaka Station/Umeda/Yodoyabashi/Hommachi Osaka|0.76km from city center
Before booking, I compared countless hotels and read some mixed and negative reviews about the Royal, so I was honestly a bit hesitant. But after much thought, I realized that having three breakfasts included would be incredibly convenient, so I decided to give it a try. And the result? It truly exceeded my expectations! First off, the room was very clean, with none of the hygiene issues mentioned in some reviews. Plus, the room was cleaned daily. The breakfast was also excellent—Western style, with meat, vegetables, fruits, various fresh juices, and coffee ☕️, all readily available. We also made use of the self-service laundry 👚 every day, which was incredibly convenient and saved us a lot of hassle. As for transportation, it's closer to Yodoyabashi (than Honmachi), about a 5-minute walk, making it easy to get anywhere. All in all, it was a very, very, very satisfying travel experience ☺️From€124
Great2788 Reviews
Uehommachi/Tennoji/Southern Osaka Osaka|3.56km from city center
For a Japanese hotel, the room was quite spacious. But the best part is the incredibly convenient location. There's a direct shuttle bus to Kansai Airport right downstairs, though you do need to book in advance. We only went downstairs right before our departure and, due to the language barrier, we didn't understand what the driver was telling us. We later found out online that you need to purchase tickets and reserve seats ahead of time. Plus, with the subway station right below the hotel, getting anywhere is a breeze.From€108
Great1738 Reviews
Shinsaibashi/Namba/Yotsubashi Osaka|3.29km from city center
This five-star hotel has an excellent location, very convenient for getting to the airport. However, beyond the location, everything else is a downside. The room is small, and the toilet and shower are in the same cramped space, making it much worse than a non-five-star hotel in Japan. The main issue is that the service is terrible for a five-star establishment. You can't enter the pool even one minute before opening time, and what's more, pool guests and gym guests share the same entrance. Yet, the staff insists that only pool guests must take off their shoes, while gym guests can enter with shoes on! It's absolutely incomprehensible! Plus, the swimming pool was very dirty! My experience was completely negative!From€151
Amazing4954 Reviews
America Mura Osaka|2.22km from city center
Rooms 28, 29, and 30 come with Executive Lounge access. I stayed on the 29th floor this time, and the view was fantastic, right across from Daimaru Department Store. The room was spacious, well-equipped, and made for a wonderful stay. Breakfast offers both Western and Japanese options. The Executive Lounge on the 31st floor is very relaxing for breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails; it's uncrowded with a great ambiance, and accessible multiple times a day with your room card.From€68
Family friendly
Great4083 Reviews
Umeda Osaka|1.03km from city center
Right above JR Osaka Station, the location is incredibly convenient. All rooms are on higher floors and offer great views. There are several upscale restaurants on the 19th floor, and the hotel even provided discount coupons. Downstairs, you have Hankyu Department Store, Hanshin Department Store, Daimaru Umeda, and Isetan – perfect for shopping and dining.From€84
Amazing1876 Reviews
America Mura Osaka|2.25km from city center
Highly recommend The Bridge Hotel for its great location and value. It is just a few minutes from the Shinsaibashi shopping street and the subway station, making it very easy to travel around Osaka. Although the rooms are small, they are very clean and well-designed. The best part is the free extras: free ramen at night, free drinks, and massage chairs. The staff is helpful, friendly, and speaks good English. If you want a convenient and comfortable place to stay, this hotel is a wonderful choice.From€71
Great4022 Reviews
Umeda Osaka|1.34km from city center
Decided to go to Japan for a few days during the National Day holiday on a whim, so I looked for a hotel with a good location. The room was indeed very small; it was hard to walk around once my 28-inch suitcase was open. The pros are that it's clean and tidy, and the service attitude is excellent – though I don't think there are any hotels with bad service in Japan anyway. It rained heavily for two of the three days I was there, which made the hotel's location incredibly convenient and thoughtful. I could do all my shopping and dining without even leaving the building. You can still hear the trains arriving and departing at night, but it's not a major issue.From€89
Amazing883 Reviews
Umeda Osaka|1.58km from city center
If you're visiting Osaka, I highly recommend the InterContinental Osaka. This was my second stay, occupying room 2207 for five consecutive nights, and I'll definitely choose it again next time I'm in the city.
The hotel boasts an excellent location in the heart of the Umeda business district. It's directly connected indoors to various surrounding shopping malls, making it incredibly convenient for browsing, shopping, and dining. Getting a taxi is also very easy. The hotel is very friendly towards Chinese guests, with Chinese-speaking staff at the front desk, ensuring smooth communication.
The rooms are cleaned meticulously every day, and the attention to detail in their service is delightful. Housekeeping even carefully coiled and organized scattered charging cables. The mini-bar offers a great variety, and the coffee quality is excellent. Breakfast is incredibly rich and delicious, with different Osaka-specific dishes every day! While hotel rooms in Japan are generally small, the rooms here are exceptionally spacious. Not only is the bedroom expansive, but there's also a separate bathroom and walk-in closet. For our family of three, we had plenty of space even with four suitcases.
All the staff are warm and attentive. During checkout, the Japanese female staff member at the front desk was particularly friendly and provided thoughtful service, leaving us feeling truly valued. Overall, the stay was a perfect experience, and I highly recommend it for families traveling to Osaka.From€323
Great999 Reviews
Osaka Station/Umeda/Yodoyabashi/Hommachi Osaka|0.54km from city center
## Facilities:
The hotel offers a good range of amenities. The room has a TV with screen mirroring capabilities, a mini-fridge, and bright lighting. There's also a safe near the entrance. However, bottled water isn't provided; you need to use your own bottle to refill. On the second floor, by the front desk, there are many self-service items available, such as hair ties, combs, and small packets of skincare products.
## Housekeeping:
The room was cleaned daily, with the bed made and hair tidied up.
## Location & Environment:
The hotel is very close to Exit 3 of Kitahama Subway Station, and Doyabashi Subway Station is about a 10-minute walk away, making it convenient to get to Umeda, Universal Studios, and Shinsaibashi. There's also a FamilyMart convenience store right outside, where you can find pretty much any drinks and snacks you might want. The area is quiet at night, and the room's soundproofing is quite good.
## Service:
Upon check-in, we had to pay the accommodation tax, and the staff gave us two tokens that could be exchanged for drinks on the second floor. Since we don't drink alcohol, we chose two juices, which tasted a bit tart. Both check-in and check-out were done via machines, which was quite convenient.From€48
Business travel
Great1651 Reviews
Osaka Station/Umeda/Yodoyabashi/Hommachi Osaka|0.37km from city center
The hotel is located in a quiet business district with a Family Mart, Lawson, and a small pub nearby. It's close to the subway exit, but you do have to walk a bit underground. It took me a while to find it on the first day, but exit 21 is indeed the closest. The room was clean and tidy, though a bit small – you can only fully open one large suitcase. Water and toiletries are available in the lobby. Check-in is self-service, but the front desk staff are happy to help if needed. It's also within walking distance of Nakanoshima. Overall, the hotel offers excellent value for money.From€42
Very Good1248 Reviews
Osaka Station/Umeda/Yodoyabashi/Hommachi Osaka|0.6km from city center
The front desk has Chinese-speaking staff, and the facilities also have Chinese translations. There's a microwave next to the elevator on the first floor. I booked a random room type and got a twin room. Since I was traveling alone with only one suitcase, it was actually quite spacious. My open 28-inch suitcase fit perfectly at the foot of the bed near the window, though I had to step over it as there was no floor space left. It might not be very convenient for two people, but I'm very satisfied with getting a room like this for the price.From€27
Great544 Reviews
Osaka Station/Umeda/Yodoyabashi/Hommachi Osaka|1.09km from city center
My stay here was excellent. The room was clean and tidy, and the housekeeping was impeccable throughout my four-night stay. The hotel's location is super convenient, close to the subway, Shinsaibashi, Namba, and other popular spots, saving a lot of travel time. The room amenities were complete, and the Japanese-style decor created a lovely atmosphere. I also enjoyed the city night views from my room. Overall, the service was good, and the staff were friendly, though there's a little room for improvement in some minor details. All in all, it offers great value for money. I would definitely consider staying here again on my next visit to Osaka and would recommend it to my friends.From€48
Great1422 Reviews
Osaka Station/Umeda/Yodoyabashi/Hommachi Osaka|0.52km from city center
The hotel is a bit far from the subway station, but by the third day, we figured out that we could use the underground walkways across the street, which was great for avoiding the sun. Plus, in the evenings, there were many bento boxes on discount underground, offering a much wider variety than the convenience store downstairs, which was excellent value for money. The hotel is about a 15-minute walk from major shopping centers like Daimaru, Hankyu, and Yodobashi. The free coffee on the second floor of the hotel was a daily must-have, and there was also a microwave for heating food, which was very convenient. Our room rate included an extra bed, and the three of us slept comfortably on the nice mattress. The room and bathroom were compact but perfectly functional. The cleanliness wasn't perfect; we could see dust on the table every day, but for around 600 during the summer holidays, I still think it was worth it.From€73
Very Good2938 Reviews
Dotonbori Osaka|2.66km from city center
I booked a stay at Holiday Inn Osaka Namba through Trip.com, expecting the reliable standards and quality associated with the Holiday Inn brand. Unfortunately, the experience was deeply disappointing and fell far below expectations given the price paid.
Persistent Cigarette Smoke Odor: There was a strong smell of cigarette smoke inside the room throughout the stay, especially at night. As it is a central air conditioning/ventilation system, the smoke odor likely spread through the ducts/vents, which was terrible for health and comfort.
Run-down & Damaged Furniture: The furniture in the room was badly worn out, scuffed, and chipped around the desk and cabinet edges.
Poor Bed & Bedding Quality: The mattress sagged significantly when lying down, making it very uncomfortable to sleep. Furthermore, the duvet/cover was torn and separated, which is completely unacceptable for hygiene standards.
Unjustified Price: Considering the high room rate, the condition of the room felt like an old, neglected budget hotel rather than an international brand.
I am sharing photos as evidence. I hope the hotel management takes immediate action regarding their ventilation system, room maintenance, and bedding. I would not recommend staying here until proper refurbishments are made.From€57
Gym
Great903 Reviews
Dotonbori Osaka|2.67km from city center
I've stayed here before when visiting Osaka. The front desk service was just okay. I arrived around noon and asked if I could check in, and they said yes, but it would cost half the room rate (😂). The shower head in the hotel was incredibly comfortable, but everything else was pretty standard. Its main advantage is being right outside Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi. The window was tiny, though; the photo I took was with a wide-angle lens, just for reference.From€75
Amazing1686 Reviews
Shinsaibashi/Namba/Yotsubashi Osaka|3.53km from city center
This hotel is right near the Namba subway station. It's huge, luxurious, and very new. The rooms are incredibly spacious with two large beds, a sofa, coffee table, desk, microwave, and refrigerator – everything you could need! On the 6th floor, there's also a shared dining area with a free coffee machine, fridge, and ice maker. The hotel is surrounded by tons of great, affordable restaurants and is perfectly located between Tsutenkaku and Shinsaibashi! After visiting Tsutenkaku, you can walk straight back to the hotel, rest up, and then it's just a few hundred meters walk to Shinsaibashi! Big Camera, Don Quijote, and Sushiro are all very close by. There are countless drugstores, as well as PlayStation and Nintendo stores! This will definitely be my top choice for my next stay in Osaka!From€106
Very Good1925 Reviews
America Mura Osaka|2.6km from city center
The hotel's location is absolutely fantastic! Turn left when you step out, and you're surrounded by high-end brands like LV and Chanel. Shinsaibashi is straight ahead, and Dotonbori is to your right. A special shout-out to the front desk girl who let me check in half an hour early. And the breakfast was incredibly rich and varied!From€171
Great880 Reviews
Umeda Osaka|0.89km from city center
The hotel is very close to Umeda, so much so that I could still squeeze in some sightseeing in the morning before my afternoon flight. The location gets a big thumbs up! 👍🏾👍🏾
Even a standard room offers beautiful city views. 👍🏾👍🏾
However, aside from two bottles of mineral water, no other complimentary drinks were provided. 😶From€166
Great2162 Reviews
Osaka Bay Osaka|6.59km from city center
There's a direct bus from Osaka Kansai Airport to Universal Studios Japan for 1600 JPY per person. You can catch it at bus stop number 3, and it takes about 50-70 minutes. After getting off, it's just a 5-minute walk to the hotel. The hotel's location is fantastic, right outside the Universal Studios entrance, literally a 1-minute walk away, and it's also on Universal Citywalk. There's a Lawson convenience store right behind the hotel, and Universal Citywalk has tons of restaurants, including a Sushiro right downstairs. At the end of Universal Citywalk is the train station, making it super convenient to get to Shinsaibashi in just 30 minutes by train. The room was also very spacious.From€124
Swimming pool
Amazing1566 Reviews
Osaka Station/Umeda/Yodoyabashi/Hommachi Osaka|1.78km from city center
Here's my review of the Imperial Hotel Osaka, where my family and I stayed during our recent vacation:
**🏠 Spacious Rooms:** Compared to other hotels in the same price range in Japan, the rooms here are noticeably more spacious. This is especially comfortable for families or those traveling with elderly parents. You can easily open your luggage without blocking the pathway, and multiple people can be in the room without feeling cramped. For family travel, this is often more practical than many newer, trendier hotels.
**🎩 Showa-Era Elegance:** The hotel exudes the charm of a classic, upscale establishment. From the high-ceilinged lobby and wooden decor to the warm lighting and large floral arrangements, it has a distinct 'old money' feel reminiscent of the Showa era. Many new hotels nowadays aim for minimalist or influencer-friendly aesthetics, but the Imperial Hotel Osaka has maintained its unique and recognizable 'Showa elegance'. Even casual photos in the lobby at night turn out beautifully.
**🛁 Surprisingly Great Bathroom:** The bathroom was an unexpected bonus! The bathtub is generously sized, and the water pressure is excellent. What's more, both the room and bathroom have the option to play classical music. After walking 10,000-20,000 steps during the day, a relaxing bath here is pure bliss. Listening to classical music while bathing, combined with the hotel's old-world ambiance, strangely creates a strong sense of ritual. This small detail actually became one of my most memorable aspects of the hotel.
**💁 Professional Service:** The staff are generally well-trained, polite, and discreet. You can tell they come from a long tradition of five-star hospitality. From the front desk to the concierge, everyone was professional and friendly. Although we didn't encounter any Chinese-speaking staff, English communication was generally smooth.
**🚌 Free Shuttle to Osaka Station:** The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle bus to and from Osaka Station, running approximately every 20 minutes from 10 AM to 10 PM during our stay. This significantly compensates for the hotel's slightly distant location from the train station. While the nearest JR Sakuranomiya Station still requires crossing a bridge and a bit of a walk, which might be inconvenient if you have heavy luggage or prioritize direct access to a station, the shuttle largely mitigates the public transport issue. It covers most normal travel times from morning to night, but I'd recommend checking the latest timetable on the day of your check-in.
**Location:** The hotel isn't in Osaka's busiest area, offering a quiet retreat from the hustle and bustle, which is perfect for a good rest. There's a convenience store nearby and a small shopping arcade connected to the hotel, though dining options are not extensive.
**Overall Impression:** I believe the Imperial Hotel Osaka is particularly well-suited for family trips, traveling with parents, or anyone who prioritizes room spaciousness, quietness, and quality service over being directly above a bustling commercial district.From€133
Great907 Reviews
Shinsaibashi/Namba/Yotsubashi Osaka|2.56km from city center
The hotel is super close to Dotonbori, making it lively and great for evening strolls and food. There are several subway stations nearby, like Nihonbashi and Nagahoribashi. Namba is about a ten-minute walk away, perfect for picking up things like hairdryers, thermoses, and blood pressure monitors. On our last day, we took the airport bus (1800 JPY), but you can only buy same-day tickets. The bus stop is less than a five-minute walk from the hotel. The hotel offers free hot spring baths daily from 3 PM until 10 AM the next morning, along with complimentary cold drinks, tea, and ramen after 9:30 PM.From€64
Great623 Reviews
Umeda Osaka|1.66km from city center
Extremely satisfied! The hotel's location is superb, within walking distance to Osaka Station, and there's a 7-Eleven downstairs, making travel very convenient. It's also right next to the Umeda Sky Building. The room was spacious and clean, and I slept very comfortably. The breakfast selection was incredibly rich, with plenty of Japanese and Western options, and the food was delicious. The staff were polite and attentive. It's a quiet oasis in a bustling area. I love this hotel and highly recommend it!From€190
Great216 Reviews
Nakanoshima Osaka|0.59km from city center
The room offered a great view, and the surrounding area had a strong artistic vibe. The hotel's design was excellent, with new and clean facilities. The coffee was fantastic, and the restaurant had a good variety of delicious dishes at reasonable prices.From€503
Great380 Reviews
Umeda Osaka|1.02km from city center
The location is extremely convenient. If you're looking for an old-school hotel vibe, you might find it here, but the facilities are really outdated – I couldn't stand them. The showerhead was in the bathtub and there was no separate shower, which was a real deal-breaker for me. I'll definitely stick to newer hotels from now on. The Japanese restaurant on the fifth floor was pretty good; I had sushi for a reasonable price, with 16k and 26k options available.From€384
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