Several great new hotels have opened in Osaka in the past year. The luxury hotel market has seen the biggest growth with brands like Four Seasons and Autograph Collection making their Osaka debut. Here are our favorite new Osaka hotels in all budget categories.
Canopy by Hilton Osaka Umeda guest room
Canopy by Hilton Osaka Umeda
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Smart comfort near Osaka Station. The Canopy is a new tower hotel in the neighborhood just north of Osaka Station and Umeda Station. It’s a short walk to the stations and it’s close to great shopping and dining. Rates are at the low end of the luxury bracket.
Osaka Station Hotel corner king room
The Osaka Station Hotel, Autograph Collection
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A soaring hotel directly above Osaka Station. If you want the quintessential big city hotel experience, you’ll love the soaring views offered by the Osaka Station Hotel. On floors 29 to 38 of the new JP Tower building, it’s directly connected to JR Osaka Station. Rates are firmly in the luxury bracket.
Double Tree by Hilton Osaka Castle guest room
DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle
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Good value in a quiet area. If you’re looking for a hotel with midrange rates and a peaceful location, check out the Double Tree by Hilton Osaka Castle. It’s not in one of the seething downtown hubs, but it’s very close to the Keihan Line, which will whisk you downtown in minutes.
voco Osaka Central grand king corner tatami room
voco Osaka Central
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High quality and low rates in a central location. Located in central Osaka, roughly midway between the crucial districts of Kita and Minami, the voco Osaka Central is a good choice for those looking for value. The rates hover between budget and midrange (usually closer to the latter). If you just want a clean and comfortable room while exploring Osaka, this is a great choice.
Four Seasons Hotel Osaka corner king room
Four Seasons Hotel Osaka
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Top luxury in the heart of Osaka. The Four Seasons Hotel Osaka is a strong entry into the luxury hotel market in Osaka. Occupying a tower in the Dojima district of Osaka, within walking distance of Osaka Station, the Four Seasons offers all the luxury you’d expect from this brand along with a few surprises like a floor with Japanese-style tatami mat rooms.
More Osaka Hotel Information
- For an overview of the best accommodation in different Osaka districts, check out our Where to Stay in Osaka page.
- And for more recommendations and suggestions, check out our guide to Osaka Hotels.
Where Are These Places Located?
See these places on the Inside Osaka Google map:- Open the Osaka map
- You will see the list of places on the left hand side. (Click the 3-line icon in the top left corner if not). Scroll down or use the map search (the magnifying glass icon) to find the place you want.
- Click the name of the place in the list. Its location pin will be highlighted on the map.
- Map pins are color coded - BLUE: Hotels / Ryokan / Guesthouses | VIOLET: Ryokan | PINK: Places to Eat | GREEN: Shops | YELLOW: Things to See and Do
- If you're using the map on your phone, open the map and then search for the name of the place. The map will then zoom in on its location.
Osaka Vacation Checklist
- For all the essentials in a brief overview, see my First Time In Osaka guide
- Check Osaka accommodation availability and pricing on Booking.com and Agoda.com - often you can book with no upfront payment and free cancellation
- Need tips on where to stay? See my one page guide Where To Stay In Osaka
- You can buy shinkansen (bullet train) tickets online from Klook - popular routes include Tokyo to Osaka, Osaka to Kyoto and Osaka to Tokyo
- You can buy an eSim to activate in Japan or buy a data-only SIM card online for collection when you arrive at Tokyo's Narita or Haneda Airports or Kansai International Airport. You can also rent an unlimited data pocket wifi router
- View my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
- Compare flight prices and timings to find the best Japan flight deals
- If you're visiting more than one city, you might save money with a Japan Rail Pass – see if it's worth it for you
- World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world
- Do you want help planning your trip? Chris Rowthorn and his team of Japan experts at Japan Travel Consulting can help