There are 314 guest rooms in this modern, three-pearl property set in the Namba District of the city. It’s a popular location with tourists, as there are so many attractions within a short walk as well as plenty of nightlife, culture, and shopping. Rooms are sharp and simple, and a decent size, with mini-fridges, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. There’s a good bar and restaurant which serves Italian cuisine with a Japanese twist on-site, but otherwise features are slim. Car parking and a computer station are also available to guests. Those wanting somewhere with more business facilities could check out the three-pearl Hotel Granvia Osaka as an alternative which is near the financial district and has extensive meeting space plus multiple restaurants and bars.
There are 314 guest rooms in this modern, three-pearl property set in the Namba District of the city. It’s a popular location with tourists, as there are so many attractions within a short walk as well as plenty of nightlife, culture, and shopping. Rooms are sharp and simple, and a decent size, with mini-fridges, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. There’s a good bar and restaurant which serves Italian cuisine with a Japanese twist on-site, but otherwise features are slim. Car parking and a computer station are also available to guests. Those wanting somewhere with more business facilities could check out the three-pearl Hotel Granvia Osaka as an alternative which is near the financial district and has extensive meeting space plus multiple restaurants and bars.
The 194-room Hotel Monterey Osaka is a three-pearl property conveniently located near Osaka's main train station and the subway in the Umeda district. It's also within walking distance of many restaurants, bars, and upscale boutiques. Designed after a Viennese palace, the hotel stands out in Osaka, and additions like the Belgian wedding chapel and courtyard are unusual. Rooms are done in a classic Austrian style that, unfortunately, looks a bit dated. However, they feature flat-screen TVs, minibars, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. There are both Japanese and French restaurants on-site, plus seven additional event spaces, including a grand ballroom. Travelers looking for something more contemporary could check out the similarly priced Hotel Granvia Osaka, a huge property with lots of restaurants, bars, and event spaces.
The 194-room Hotel Monterey Osaka is a three-pearl property conveniently located near Osaka's main train station and the subway in the Umeda district. It's also within walking distance of many restaurants, bars, and upscale boutiques. Designed after a Viennese palace, the hotel stands out in Osaka, and additions like the Belgian wedding chapel and courtyard are unusual. Rooms are done in a classic Austrian style that, unfortunately, looks a bit dated. However, they feature flat-screen TVs, minibars, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. There are both Japanese and French restaurants on-site, plus seven additional event spaces, including a grand ballroom. Travelers looking for something more contemporary could check out the similarly priced Hotel Granvia Osaka, a huge property with lots of restaurants, bars, and event spaces.
There are 260 guest rooms at this three-pearl property set in a business-focused area of Osaka, above the Kitahama Subway station. Rooms are smart and -- as with the rest of the property -- have a fairly corporate look, though fluffy white duvets soften the edge a bit. Features include mini-fridges, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Solo female travelers can choose to stay on the Ladies' Floor of the property. A buffet breakfast is available daily, but there’s no full restaurant on-site. Those who want to be closer to the Namba District, with its wide range of restaurants and bars, should check out the Cross Hotel Osaka as an alternative.
There are 260 guest rooms at this three-pearl property set in a business-focused area of Osaka, above the Kitahama Subway station. Rooms are smart and -- as with the rest of the property -- have a fairly corporate look, though fluffy white duvets soften the edge a bit. Features include mini-fridges, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Solo female travelers can choose to stay on the Ladies' Floor of the property. A buffet breakfast is available daily, but there’s no full restaurant on-site. Those who want to be closer to the Namba District, with its wide range of restaurants and bars, should check out the Cross Hotel Osaka as an alternative.
The 716-room Hotel Granvia Osaka is a mid-range business property located right above Osaka Station City. The hotel is divided into Standard and Granvia Floors, each offering a radically different experience. While Standard Rooms are for the most part tiny, dated, and somewhat drab, Granvia units have stylish contemporary decor, bathrooms with separate soaking tubs and showers, and are large by Japanese standards; they also have extra amenities such as Nespresso machines and stocked minibars. With extensive meeting space, 12 on-site restaurants and bars, and a central location near the financial district, this hotel is especially convenient for business travelers. Those looking to explore the city’s main attractions may want to stay closer to Namba and Dotonbori. The Namba Oriental Hotel has similar rates and larger rooms.
The 716-room Hotel Granvia Osaka is a mid-range business property located right above Osaka Station City. The hotel is divided into Standard and Granvia Floors, each offering a radically different experience. While Standard Rooms are for the most part tiny, dated, and somewhat drab, Granvia units have stylish contemporary decor, bathrooms with separate soaking tubs and showers, and are large by Japanese standards; they also have extra amenities such as Nespresso machines and stocked minibars. With extensive meeting space, 12 on-site restaurants and bars, and a central location near the financial district, this hotel is especially convenient for business travelers. Those looking to explore the city’s main attractions may want to stay closer to Namba and Dotonbori. The Namba Oriental Hotel has similar rates and larger rooms.
The 292-room Ritz-Carlton Osaka is a five-pearl property and one of the most luxurious in the city. Elegant interiors resemble those of an 18th-century English mansion, and feature wood paneling, thick carpets, plush armchairs, and a collection of over 450 works of art and antiques. Rooms are some of the largest in town and have expansive city views, but some may find the traditionally elegant beige and blue color palette a little bland and dated. Its four excellent restaurants offer a wide range of cuisines (including Japanese, French, Chinese, and Italian) and there is a fitness center on-site complete with an indoor pool, a spa, and a serene garden with a whirlpool -- a rarity in Osaka. Guests looking for something more contemporary in the area may want to consider the Intercontinental Hotel Osaka, which can have lower rates.
The 292-room Ritz-Carlton Osaka is a five-pearl property and one of the most luxurious in the city. Elegant interiors resemble those of an 18th-century English mansion, and feature wood paneling, thick carpets, plush armchairs, and a collection of over 450 works of art and antiques. Rooms are some of the largest in town and have expansive city views, but some may find the traditionally elegant beige and blue color palette a little bland and dated. Its four excellent restaurants offer a wide range of cuisines (including Japanese, French, Chinese, and Italian) and there is a fitness center on-site complete with an indoor pool, a spa, and a serene garden with a whirlpool -- a rarity in Osaka. Guests looking for something more contemporary in the area may want to consider the Intercontinental Hotel Osaka, which can have lower rates.
Built in 1996, this upper-middle-range hotel is virtually hidden inside a busy shopping arcade. Its location in Osaka's vibrant Namba district is popular with tourists, and a pair of nearby subway stations put the rest of the city in easy reach. Moreover, its 258 rooms -- some in a calming Western style, some with a modern Japanese look -- are comfortable and comparatively spacious. All include air-conditioning, minibars, tea/coffeemakers, and LED TVs, while upgraded ones add features like stereo systems and high-tech heated couches. On the downside, some guests have lamented the smell of cigarette smoke. Others complain of high rates, and -- apart from a Japanese restaurant and flower-filled courtyard -- there are few features to compensate. With its chic interiors and traditional Japanese bath, the newer three-pearl Mitsui Garden Hotel Osaka Premier offers more for less.
Built in 1996, this upper-middle-range hotel is virtually hidden inside a busy shopping arcade. Its location in Osaka's vibrant Namba district is popular with tourists, and a pair of nearby subway stations put the rest of the city in easy reach. Moreover, its 258 rooms -- some in a calming Western style, some with a modern Japanese look -- are comfortable and comparatively spacious. All include air-conditioning, minibars, tea/coffeemakers, and LED TVs, while upgraded ones add features like stereo systems and high-tech heated couches. On the downside, some guests have lamented the smell of cigarette smoke. Others complain of high rates, and -- apart from a Japanese restaurant and flower-filled courtyard -- there are few features to compensate. With its chic interiors and traditional Japanese bath, the newer three-pearl Mitsui Garden Hotel Osaka Premier offers more for less.
The four-pearl Hotel New Otani Osaka is a massive multi-story hotel with 525 guest rooms located in a business district, a short walk from Osaka Castle (which is visible from some rooms). Rooms are spacious but a bit dull and dated, with large windows that let in plenty of natural light. The hotel also offers a host of on-site features, most of which incur hefty fees to use. These include indoor and outdoor pools, the "onsen" (traditional hot spring baths), whirlpools, a sauna, a fitness center, a tennis court, a business center, and on-site parking. Wi-Fi, however, is free. The property also offers 10 expensive restaurants serving Chinese, French, and Japanese fare. Travelers may want to compare rates with Swissotel Nankai Osaka, which has chicer and more modern interiors.
The four-pearl Hotel New Otani Osaka is a massive multi-story hotel with 525 guest rooms located in a business district, a short walk from Osaka Castle (which is visible from some rooms). Rooms are spacious but a bit dull and dated, with large windows that let in plenty of natural light. The hotel also offers a host of on-site features, most of which incur hefty fees to use. These include indoor and outdoor pools, the "onsen" (traditional hot spring baths), whirlpools, a sauna, a fitness center, a tennis court, a business center, and on-site parking. Wi-Fi, however, is free. The property also offers 10 expensive restaurants serving Chinese, French, and Japanese fare. Travelers may want to compare rates with Swissotel Nankai Osaka, which has chicer and more modern interiors.
Located next to the Osaka International Convention Center, RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka is a huge high-rise hotel with 984 upscale guest rooms. Rooms are spacious, in a variety of looks, including Japanese-style suites, as well as rooms with a classic, romantic style. Guests on Executive Floors have free access to the pool and sauna, but fees are levied for other guests as well. Other features include a fitness center and a whirlpool (charged extra), a beauty salon, a business center, meeting rooms, and shops, plus 10 Japanese eateries, and French, Italian, and Chinese restaurants. Freebies include a shuttle bus service to Osaka station, and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Travelers may also want to consider the Mitsui Garden Hotel Osaka Premier, a newer hotel with chic interiors but fewer features.
Located next to the Osaka International Convention Center, RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka is a huge high-rise hotel with 984 upscale guest rooms. Rooms are spacious, in a variety of looks, including Japanese-style suites, as well as rooms with a classic, romantic style. Guests on Executive Floors have free access to the pool and sauna, but fees are levied for other guests as well. Other features include a fitness center and a whirlpool (charged extra), a beauty salon, a business center, meeting rooms, and shops, plus 10 Japanese eateries, and French, Italian, and Chinese restaurants. Freebies include a shuttle bus service to Osaka station, and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Travelers may also want to consider the Mitsui Garden Hotel Osaka Premier, a newer hotel with chic interiors but fewer features.
The two-pearl Hotel Toyo is a clean, affordable hostel for those who prefer private rooms to dormitory-style lodging. While its Nishinari location is a bit far from Dotonbori nightlife, Universal Studios and other major attractions, it’s close to public transportation and within a short stroll of shopping, dining, and Tsutenkaku Tower. There’s no on-site food service, but guests are offered a communal kitchen and lounge, plus coin-op laundry and a rooftop deck. The 100 basic guest rooms have beds with regular mattresses or futons and tatami mats, and they come equipped with small TVs (some are old tube-style) and free Wi-Fi, but they show wear and tear, and they'd don't all have AC. All units share bathrooms and shower rooms. Budget travelers who want to stay in a more central location near Dotonbori might consider the Fuku Hostel, but it doesn’t have free access to public baths.
The two-pearl Hotel Toyo is a clean, affordable hostel for those who prefer private rooms to dormitory-style lodging. While its Nishinari location is a bit far from Dotonbori nightlife, Universal Studios and other major attractions, it’s close to public transportation and within a short stroll of shopping, dining, and Tsutenkaku Tower. There’s no on-site food service, but guests are offered a communal kitchen and lounge, plus coin-op laundry and a rooftop deck. The 100 basic guest rooms have beds with regular mattresses or futons and tatami mats, and they come equipped with small TVs (some are old tube-style) and free Wi-Fi, but they show wear and tear, and they'd don't all have AC. All units share bathrooms and shower rooms. Budget travelers who want to stay in a more central location near Dotonbori might consider the Fuku Hostel, but it doesn’t have free access to public baths.
The two-pearl Osaka Guesthouse Nest is a well-maintained modern hostel in the Tennoji ward within a short walk of the Tennoji Zoo, Abenobashi Terminal Building, and several train stations. With only 32 units, the feel is intimate, and the atmosphere is friendly. A communal kitchen is available for guests to cook meals, and a coin-op laundry, public computers, and lounge with a TV round out the property's features. Regular private rooms, Japanese-style rooms with tatami mats, and female-only and mixed-gender dorms are available, and all have AC, free Wi-Fi, and utilize shared bathrooms with showers. The hostel’s sister property, Osaka Guesthouse Hive, is identical in quality, but it’s closer to the Umeda business district and to Osaka Station.
The two-pearl Osaka Guesthouse Nest is a well-maintained modern hostel in the Tennoji ward within a short walk of the Tennoji Zoo, Abenobashi Terminal Building, and several train stations. With only 32 units, the feel is intimate, and the atmosphere is friendly. A communal kitchen is available for guests to cook meals, and a coin-op laundry, public computers, and lounge with a TV round out the property's features. Regular private rooms, Japanese-style rooms with tatami mats, and female-only and mixed-gender dorms are available, and all have AC, free Wi-Fi, and utilize shared bathrooms with showers. The hostel’s sister property, Osaka Guesthouse Hive, is identical in quality, but it’s closer to the Umeda business district and to Osaka Station.