The Best Newly Opened Hotels in Osaka

Osaka, one of Japan’s largest cities, is continually evolving. Despite its impressive stature, Osaka rapidly expands with countless new shopping plazas, eateries, and attractions. This growth is mirrored in its hospitality sector, with several new hotels opening their doors to travelers. Here, we explore some of Osaka's best newly opened hotels that offer exceptional amenities and prime locations.

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Opened in January 2023, voco Osaka Central (IHG Hotels & Resorts) is a luxury hotel located in the heart of Osaka, just a short walk from Higobashi Subway Station and Utsubo Park. This upscale hotel boasts a sleek, contemporary design and offers many amenities. Guests can enjoy the stylish Western-style grill restaurant and bar, free high-speed internet, a fitness center, and room service.  

The rooms at voco Osaka Central are designed with luxury in mind. They feature modern décor and premium furnishings. Each room has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with high-end toiletries.

 The hotel is conveniently located just 700 meters from the city center and close to many of Osaka’s top attractions, such as Osaka Castle, Umeda Sky Building, and the canal-side Dotonbori district.

Just Sleep, a popular Taiwanese hotel chain, opened its first hotel in January 2023, Just Sleep Osaka Shinsaibashi. Its convenient location, in the bustling Shinsaibashi district, puts its guests in the middle of everything Osaka has to offer.

This hotel features air-conditioned rooms, high-speed wireless internet throughout the property, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services. The hotel is non-smoking, ensuring a clean and fresh environment for all guests.

The rooms at Just Sleep Osaka Shinsaibashi are designed with comfort and functionality in mind. Each room includes its own private bathroom with a bidet, a smart TV, and a safety deposit box for extra security.

 The hotel is 500 meters from Namba Shrine and within walking distance of Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade and the famous Dotonbori.

Opened in July 2022, Sumitomo Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka-Umeda is a popular choice for families and business travelers looking for spacious and comfortable accommodations in Osaka. This city hotel is attractively positioned in the Umeda district, next to Osaka Station. It features a state-of-the-art, multilingual, self-check-in and check-out system.

The rooms at Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka-Umeda are modern and spacious. They are equipped with flat-screen TVs, hairdryers, and Mirable Zero shower heads, which produce ultra-fine bubbles for superior rinsing and facial massages.

 The hotel is just a short walk from Osaka’s top attractions, such as Umeda Sky Building and Grand Front Osaka, one of Osaka’s most popular indoor shopping malls.