Osaka is filled with places to stay. To help you, I’ve narrowed it down to some of the best reviewed hotels in Osaka. With three things in mind: practicality, affordability and value for money.
1. Hotel Monterey
2. Henn na Hotel Osaka Nishishinsaibashi (with dinosaur robots at the reception).
3. The Rise Kitashinchi
4. Capsule Inn Osaka (the first Capsule hotel)
5. Dormy Inn Premium Namba
Staying in a nearby temple!
You can also experience staying in temple lodgings, known as shukubo, in and around Osaka. These offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in traditional Buddhist practices, enjoy vegetarian meals (shōjin ryōri), and participate in morning prayers.
Osaka city itself has limited options for temple stays, however, nearby regions provide notable experiences.
Mount Kōya (Kōyasan): Located in Wakayama Prefecture, south of Osaka, Mount Kōya is the headquarters of the Kōyasan Shingon sect of Japanese Buddhism. Access from Osaka is via the Nankai Electric Railway from Namba Station to Gokurakubashi Station, followed by a short cable car ride to the mountaintop.
Mount Shigi (Shigisan): Situated in Nara Prefecture, closer to Osaka than Mount Kōya, Mount Shigi offers temple lodging experiences with rich historical significance.
For a temple stay at the closest temple, Mount Shigi, you can choose from three main lodgings: Gyokuzo-in, Jofuku-in, and Senju-in. Each offers traditional accommodations, vegetarian meals, and participation in temple activities.
Options:
• Gyokuzo-in: Reservations can be made through the temple’s official website.
• Jofuku-in: Bookings are available via Rakuten Travel.
• Senju-in: Reservations can be made through Rakuten Travel.
It’s advisable to book temple lodgings in advance, especially during peak travel seasons. Many temples now offer online reservation systems, and some have English-speaking staff to assist international visitors.
Visit Osaka 