The Blend Inn & Studio
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ADDRESS
1-chōme-24-21 Baika, Konohana Ward, Osaka, 554-0013, Japan
PHONE +81 70-1745-1250
The Blend Inn is perfect for those who want to experience a quieter, traditional area of Osaka while still being close to the busy tourist attractions like The National Museum of Art and Universal Studios. The inn focuses on providing a tranquil space with plenty of plants and light and providing everything you need for a comfortable and convenient stay including rental bicycles. There are seven rooms of different sizes and Blend Inn perfect for people who want a quiet hotel experience, with interesting contemporary design, on a budget. Rooms start at $75 a night.
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Kaneyoshi Ryokan
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ADDRESS
3-12 Souemonchō, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0084, Japan
PHONE +81 6-6211-6337
Stay in the heart of the Dotonburi lights, restaurants, and bars in a traditional-style ryokan for a real Osaka experience. While there are some Western-style rooms with beds, most of the rooms will have soft tatami floors with fluffy futons for you to sleep on. The rooms all have their own bathroom but you’ll also find men and women’s large traditional baths to soak in after a long day. Comfortable yukata, traditional Japanese dress, and towels are provided and should be taken tot he bath with you. A traditional Japanese breakfast is also served in the morning which will typically include, rice, miso, fish, and eggs. If you’re looking for modern convenience blended with traditional culture, Kaneyoshi Ryokan is ideal. Rooms start at $90 a night.
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Hotel She
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ADDRESS
1-chōme-2-5 Ichioka, Minato Ward, Osaka, 552-0012, Japan
PHONE +81 6-6577-5500
Perfect for visitors who want to be close to Universal Studios and in the heart of the Osaka Bay area, you’ll be able to reach the studios and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan in just 20 minutes by subway or five minutes by taxi. With a contemporary and relaxed style and a design based on blue brickwork; effort has clearly been put into making Hotel She a friendly and sociable space. Pop artists regularly display their work and music events are often held at the hotel.
The rooms are spacious and quiet and each has a bathroom and cute analog record player in each room. There’s also a fantastic complimentary breakfast with barista-made coffee from their coffee shop included. There’s plenty to see in the bay area and nearby walks will reward you with retro shops, public baths, and other local spots. Rooms start at $80 a night.