Osaka is a great destination for families travelling to Japan. Here’s a carefully curated list of the best family-friendly hotels in the city.
Mimaru Osaka Namba North Pokemon room
If you’re travelling with children, staying at the right hotel can make or break your holiday. Where possible, you want a conveniently-located hotel with larger rooms, ideally triples or quads, or better yet, rooms or suites with separate bedrooms and living areas. Laundry and cooking facilities are also very handy. Here’s our list of the best family-friendly hotels in Osaka.
Mimaru Osaka Shinsaibashi West family apartment with bunk beds
Mimaru Osaka Shinsaibashi West (Minami District)
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The Mimaru chain in Japan specializes in apartment-style family-friendly hotels.
The Osaka Shinsaibashi West branch is arguably the best family hotel in Osaka. It’s perfectly located in a great part of Minami, close to the subway and walking distance to many attractions. It’s a superb choice for traveling families and small groups.
Mimaru Namba North loft bed apartment
Mimaru Namba North (Minami District)
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This branch of the Mimaru chain is located in the happening Namba district. It’s another brilliant choice for traveling families. The rooms are more like apartments and they have everything you and your kids will need for a great stay (think separate bedrooms and living areas etc).
Hotel Hankyu Respire Osaka quad room
Hotel Hankyu Respire Osaka (Kita Area)
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Located atop one of the city’s biggest shopping and dining centers, this fine hotel is a great choice for those with children. They’ve got a variety of triple and quad rooms, and your children will never tire of checking out the restaurants and shops below the hotel. And JR Osaka station is steps away so exploring the city and nearby areas is a breeze.
Park Front Hotel superior quad room
The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan (Osaka Bay Area)
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This stylish and comfortable hotel is less than a one-minute walk to the main entrance of USJ. Their triple and quad rooms are spacious by Japanese standards, there are some great views from the rooms, and the staff is welcoming. It’s a great choice for a stay at the park.
Hotel Universal Port triple room
Hotel Universal Port (Osaka Bay Area)
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If you’re visiting Universal Studios Japan and want to be close to the park for a reasonable price, Hotel Universal Port is a great choice, especially if you’re travelling with kids. They offer both triple and quad rooms.
Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport economy triple
Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport (Southern Osaka)
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If you’ve ever suffered through an early wake up to catch a flight with children, then we strongly recommend staying your last night at an airport hotel. Early departures from KIX are made easy and pleasant when you stay at Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport!
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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
