Osaka’s luxury hotels are on par with the best hotels anywhere in the world. Here’s our list of the best in the city.
Ritz-Carlton Osaka
Osaka has a good selection of luxury hotels. Most are located in Kita, Central Osaka or Minami.
We’ve ranked them based on quality, location, service and price. These are listed in order of preference – which is very subjective, of course! Any of the first four on this list could lay claim to being the best hotel in Osaka. So, choosing one should be based mostly on where in the city you want to be. Check our Where to Stay in Osaka page before deciding where to stay.
- The St. Regis Osaka (Central Osaka)
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Somewhere between an ultra-luxe hotel and a boutique hotel, the St. Regis is an immaculate hotel right in the heart of Honmachi, just steps from Honmachi Station. It’s a great hotel for discerning travellers accustomed to more luxurious stays. - Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel (Tennoji)
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Occupying the top floors of the soaring Abeno Harukas tower down in Tennoji, the Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel offers some of the best views of any hotel in Japan. But beyond that, it’s just a fantastic hotel all around, with superb facilities and staff who go the extra mile for guests. You can sometimes find rates online that put this almost in the mid-budget category, making it a very good deal indeed. - InterContinental Osaka (Kita)
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Only a 5-minute walk from JR Osaka Station, the Intercontinental is a superb luxury hotel. You wouldn’t expect anything less from this international 5-star chain! Some of the rooms offer breathtaking views of the city. - The Ritz-Carlton Osaka (Kita)
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Located around 750 metres southwest of JR Osaka Station, the Ritz-Carlton is an ultra-luxe hotel that’s worthy of the brand name.
Best Osaka Luxury Hotel
- Hotel Hankyu International (Kita)
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An easy walk north of Hankyu Umeda and JR Osaka Station, the Hankyu International is an excellent hotel with rates below what you’d expect to pay for rooms of this standard. - Conrad Osaka (Kita)
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With stunning views of Osaka from its rooms, gorgeous spa and wellness facilities, and a fantastic collection of contemporary art incorporated into the hotel decor, the Conrad Osaka holds its own with other luxury hotels in the city. - Swissotel Nankai Osaka (Minami)
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Towering over Nankai Namba Station, the Swissotel Nankai Osaka is a fine hotel right in the heart of the Minami action. Views from the rooms are stunning – taking in vast swathes of the Osaka/Kobe metropolis. There are some great on-site facilities and restaurants, as well. - Hyatt Regency Osaka (Osaka Bay)
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If it’s a luxury hotel in Osaka Bay you’re hunting for, the Hyatt Regency Osaka may be the best choice by far. However, we’d only recommend staying here if you’re keen on spending a few days visiting Universal Studios Japan and Osaka Bay attractions.
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
- Get a prepaid Icoca card to make travelling around Osaka easy – here's how
- 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