OSAKA EXCEL HOTEL TOKYU, Osaka

Osaka Excel Hotel Tokyu - A central 4-star hotel along Midosuji Avenue with fitness center and restaurant

Located along the ginkgo-lined Midosuji Avenue in the Shinsaibashi area, this 364-room Osaka hotel combines direct access to Hommachi Station with proximity to major attractions. The Excel Hotel Tokyu stands within a 10-minute walk of Amerikamura and Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade, while connecting directly to the tranquil Namaba Betsuin Temple. Each air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, refrigerator, and free WiFi, plus a private bathroom with deep soaking tub, shower, and complimentary toiletries. The property maintains a 24-hour front desk, on-site restaurant serving daily buffet breakfast from 6:30 AM, bar/lounge, and fitness center. Additional amenities include massage services, concierge assistance, and dry cleaning facilities. The hotel's location provides access to three subway lines at Hommachi Station, with Kansai International Airport reachable in 70 minutes by train.

Pros

Direct connection to Namaba Betsuin Temple provides unique cultural access

Multiple dining options within 0.5 miles, including Vegetarian Cafe Greenearth and St. Regis Bar

Surrounded by historic landmarks like Namba Shrine (0.3 miles) and Hozenji Temple (0.5 miles)

Ginkgo tree-lined avenue location offers scenic seasonal views

Cons

70-minute train journey to Kansai International Airport

Universal Studios Japan requires a 4 miles journey