Moving on from Tokyo, in the second part of our guide to luxury hotels in Japan, we will be focusing on luxury hotels in Osaka.
Just two and a half hour’s Shinkansen ride from Tokyo, Osaka is the third largest city in Japan in terms of population and a major commercial centre of Japan. Home to many of Japan’s famous landmarks such as Dōtonbori, Osaka Castle, and Shitennō-ji, as well as being one of the best places to eat in Japan, Osaka is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan and an ideal base to explore the Kansai region.
If you are thinking of going to Osaka. Here are our picks for luxury hotels in Osaka (in no particular order):
The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka
The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka, modelled after an eighteenth century English manor, embodies the Japanese aesthetic while inviting a touch of British flair.
The property is located in the transport hub of Umeda, right in the heart of the city. Osaka Castle, Osaka City Central Public Hall, and Nakanoshima Park are some of the attractions that are within 3 miles (5 km) of the hotel.
The hotel is approximately a 45-minute drive from Kansai International Airport (KIX) and a 25-minute drive from Osaka International Airport (ITM). The nearest subway station is Osaka-Umeda Station.
The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka has 291 guest rooms, including 18 executive suites, 63 club rooms, 2 Japanese suites, and 2 Ritz-Carlton suites. All rooms are located above the 24th floor, giving guests a good view of the city.
There are six dining venues at The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka. One Michelin Star La Baie is a French restaurant with an exquisite wine list. Hanagatami offers a range of Japanese cuisines including sushi, teppanyaki, and tempura. Xiang Tao is a Cantonese restaurant that serves dim sum as part of its menu, while Splendido offers authentic Italian cuisine. The Bar and The Lobby Lounge offer a variety of drinks and afternoon tea.
There is a 20-meter indoor pool, a spa, a gym, and two Jacuzzis. The hotel also has a club lounge on the 34th floor for club room guests.
Address:
2-5-25 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0001 Osaka Prefecture
The St. Regis Osaka
The St. Regis Osaka is located on the famous Midosuji Dori, one of Osaka’s most fashionable shopping streets, and also known as the Champs Elysées of Osaka. The hotel is close to popular attractions such as Universal Studios Japan, and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, as well as numerous restaurants and some of the city’s most exclusive shopping destinations.
The hotel is about a 45-minute drive from Kansai International Airport (KIX) and a 20-minute drive from Osaka International Airport (ITM). The nearest station is Hommachi Station (Exit 7).
With 160 guest rooms and suites, with rooms starting from 43 sqm (463 sqft), The St. Regis Osaka is one of Osaka’s most spacious and luxurious hotels. As is the norm in St Regis hotels, a personal butler makes every stay comfortable with services such as packing and unpacking, complimentary morning beverage service, and complimentary pressing of two garments per person, per day.
The hotel has several restaurants and bars. Rue d’Or serves classic French bistro fare in a modern setting. La Veduta is the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant and showcases Northern Italian cuisine. Serving sophisticated cocktails, afternoon teas, and small plates, The St. Regis Bar is a good place to relax and unwind. Teppanyaki Wajo offers seasonal vegetables, seafood, and specially selected beef prime cuts from Kitauchi. La Boulangerie serves fresh baguettes and danishes while Le Petit Chef is a French restaurant that combines visual effects with dining.
The property has a sky garden, a spa, and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Address:
3-6-12 Hommachi, Chuo, Osaka 541-0053 Osaka Prefecture
Conrad Osaka
Situated on the highest floors of the Nakanoshima Festival West Tower, which houses shops, restaurants, and art galleries, Conrad Osaka is in Nakanoshima City, a few minutes’ walk from Umeda and Namba. Mitsuisumitomo Bank Osakahonten, Higobashi Bridge, and OSTEC Exhibition Hall are some of the nearby attractions that are just around the corner.
Conrad Osaka is about a 50-minute drive from Kansai International Airport (KIX) and a 30-minute drive from Osaka International Airport (ITM). The hotel is directly connected to Watanabebashi Station.
Sandwiched between the Dojima and Tosabori rivers, the hotel’s 164 guest rooms and suites are spread over eight floors and offer spectacular views of the river and the city skyline.
Dining venues at Conrad Osaka include the 40th-floor The Lobby Lounge that’s adjacent to the hotel’s reception. Atmos Dining, on the same floor, is the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant and offers Asian and Western cuisine. C.Grill is a crustacean bar that serves a crustacean selection with classic cocktails. Kura is a Japanese restaurant with a sushi bar, teppanyaki grill, and a private chef’s table teppanyaki.
The hotel has a spa, gym, and heated indoor pool on the 38th floor as well as an executive lounge that is located on the 34th floor. The executive lounge is open to executive room guests and Hilton Honors Diamond members.
Address:
3-2-4 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka, 530-0005, Japan
W Osaka
The first W hotel in Japan, W Osaka is a relatively new property that opened in 2021. The hotel is located on Midosuji Street in Shinsaibashi, the city’s main shopping district, and just steps away from attractions such as the OSTEC Exhibition Hall, Dotonbori, and Sankaku Park.
W Osaka is about a 45-minute drive from Kansai International Airport (KIX) and a 20-minute drive from Osaka International Airport (ITM). The hotel is directly connected to Shinsaibashi station (Exit 3).
W Osaka offers 337 guest rooms with seven room types, from Cozy guest rooms to Fantastic suites. All rooms come with W’s bold designs, with vibrant colors and clean lines.
There are six dining establishments in W Osaka. Oh.lala… is a French restaurant that combines traditional French cuisine with Japanese ingredients. Teppanyaki MYDO and Sushi UKIYO are both Japanese restaurants while MIXup is the hotel’s coffee house. The LIVING ROOM offers cocktails, afternoon tea, and live DJ performances. The property also has a pool bar on the 4th floor in the form of WET BAR.
W Osaka has a spa, a 24-hour fitness center, and an indoor heated pool.
Address:
4-1-3 Minami Semba, Chuo, Osaka 542-0081 Osaka Prefecture
Imperial Hotel Osaka
A great spot to view cherry blossoms in spring and fireworks and festivals in the summer, the Imperial Hotel Osaka is located by the river in Kita Ward. Kemasakuranomiya Park, a metropolitan park full of greenery and cherry blossoms on the banks of the Osaka River, is just steps away from the hotel.
The hotel is about a 55-minute drive from Kansai International Airport (KIX) and a 20-minute drive from Osaka International Airport (ITM). The nearest station is Sakuranomiya Station.
There are 381 rooms and suites in total, with rooms on the Imperial floors containing the hotel’s best rooms.
The property has seven restaurants and bars, with two Japanese restaurants, an all-day dining restaurant, a French restaurant, a restaurant specializing in open grill, a Chinese restaurant, and a lounge serving buffet.
Imperial Hotel Osaka has three outdoor tennis courts, a spa, a 25-meter indoor pool, a fitness centre, a squash court, and a golf practice course. Being a members-only fitness club, hotel guests would have to part with 5,500 yen to use these facilities.
Address:
8-50, Temmabashi 1-Chome, Kita-ku, 530-0042, Osaka, Japan
InterContinental Osaka
Next to Grand Front Osaka, a large shopping complex in the heart of the city, InterContinental Osaka is also a short walk from the city’s major transport hub, making the hotel a great base to explore the city.
Due to its central location, the hotel is within easy reach of sightseeing spots such as Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan. Yodogawa River Park as well as Osaka Museum of Housing and Living are also nearby.
The property is about a 50-minute drive from Kansai International Airport (KIX) and a 20-minute drive from Osaka International Airport (ITM). The nearest subway station is Osaka Station.
InterContinental Osaka offers 272 rooms and suites with club room guests having access to the Club InterContinental Lounge on the 28th floor.
The hotel has five restaurants and bars. Awarded one Michelin star seven years in a row, Pierre is the hotel’s signature French restaurant. NOKA Roast & Grill is a buffet venue while Adee serves specialty cocktails and light bites. 3-60 is an afternoon tea venue and Stressed is a patisserie serving homemade bread, cakes, sweets, and snacks.
In terms of facilities, the InterContinental Hotel Osaka has a 20-metre indoor swimming pool, a 24-hour gym, a spa, and bathhouses.
Address:
3-60 Ofuka-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka, Japan 530-0011
Location Map of Luxury Hotels In Osaka
To give you a better idea of which part of Osaka are the hotels located in, we have created a map for your reference:
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