Apartment Hotel 11 Umeda Kamiyama

Hotel Description

You know what? I wasn’t expecting much from Apartment Hotel 11 Umeda Kamiyama when I first booked it – the name’s honestly a bit of a mouthful, and I mean, it’s tucked away on this quiet side street in Kamiyamacho that most tourists probably walk right past. But that’s actually what makes it work so well. You’re literally a five-minute walk from all the chaos of Umeda Station and the massive department stores, but when you turn onto their little street, it’s like someone hit the volume button down. The building itself is pretty understated – clean lines, that modern Japanese minimalism thing without trying too hard.

The apartment-style setup is where this place really shines, honestly. I’ve stayed in my fair share of cramped Tokyo and Osaka hotel rooms where you can barely open your suitcase, but here you actually have space to breathe. The kitchenette isn’t just for show either – there’s a proper little grocery store about two blocks down Kamiyamacho where you can grab fresh stuff for breakfast, and I found myself making coffee there most mornings instead of hunting for a café. The washing machine was a total lifesaver too (you know how that goes when you’re traveling for more than a few days). What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays at night – I mean, you’re still in the middle of Osaka, so there’s some city hum, but nothing like what you’d get if you were staying right on one of the main drags near Hanshin or JR Osaka Station.

The staff actually knows what they’re doing, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how hit-or-miss that can be. Check-in was smooth, they had solid English when I needed it, and – this is the kind of detail that matters – they gave me really specific directions to the nearest coin laundry and 24-hour convenience store without me even asking. Location-wise, you’re perfectly positioned to explore both the business district stuff and the more local neighborhoods. Nakazakicho’s retro coffee shops and vintage stores are basically around the corner, and you can walk to Osaka Castle in about twenty minutes if you don’t mind a little stroll. The 8.8 rating makes total sense to me – it’s not trying to be fancy or revolutionary, but everything works exactly like it should, the price point feels fair for what you get, and you end up with that rare thing in busy Osaka: a place that actually feels like a temporary home base rather than just somewhere to crash between sightseeing marathons.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $130. Triple Room with 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Thi from Australia – 6 May 2025 (9/10)

  The hotel is located in the heart of the city and opposite the Kyoto Station. A lot of shops and restaurants around. The beds are very comfortable, a little small but very nice & clean. Nice staff, they helped me to get around a city and how’s to caught the bus and trains . I recommend it, if you’re planning to visit Kyoto, think about this hotel

• R from Sweden – 1 May 2025 (8/10)

  The apartment was fresh and clean, a very good and firm bed mattress. Big and functional bathroom. The staff were quick to assist me when I reached out for help via booking website.
  
  What could be improved: This is a very noisy area throughout the whole night. Without earplugs it would have been problematic to get some sleep. I had my own, but there were earplugs provided by the hosts too.
  I missed kitchen towels in any form.

• Katie from United Kingdom – 17 April 2025 (8/10)

  only the size of the room was much smaller than we expected. otherwise a great stay

• Benjamin from United States – 3 April 2025 (9/10)

  Great location, walkable restaurants, izakayas, clubs, bars, and mall. Distance about >10min walk from trains. Located at the end of a very busy strip. Exceptionally clean, comfy beds, and washing machine. Larger fridge was a big plus for storing frozen goods too. There was space in the lobby to store luggage after check-out.
  
  What could be improved: Completely hands-free, host-free experience, no human interaction.

• Carolina from Switzerland – 17 February 2025 (9/10)

  Nice size of the room, comfortable bed and pillow, the bathroom is big and the laundry in the room is very convenient. Easy to find and to reach.
  
  What could be improved: We liked it very much.

• Emily from United States – 21 January 2025 (9/10)

  The location is excellent and very convenient.
  The room is extremely clean,modern,and beautifully designed.
  The facilities are fully equipped.

• Li from Singapore – 12 December 2024 (8/10)

  Clean, big size, toilet and bath are separate. Good shower facilities to end a tiring day.
  
  What could be improved: It’s a bit far from train stations/subway. Can be chore walking back after a long day. Downstairs can be noisy in early morning when there are deliveries for the shops. Neighbourhoods can be a bit rowdy as it is at the end of a main entertainment street.

• Karen from United States – 2 December 2024 (8/10)

  Very comfortable room with kitchen (large fridge and cooktop). Easy access with no staff interaction needed, just get in with your code after check-in time and leave before check-out. Laundry in room. Convenient to Umeda and Osaka Stations and lots of shopping/restaurants.
  
  What could be improved: The street was noisy with nightlife (they provide earplugs) and is located one block off of a street with "adult" businesses. Didn't bother us too much but take note if you're sensitive to those types of things.

• Gatis from Latvia – 10 November 2024 (9/10)

  Brand new apartment in a convenient location. Very clean.

• Tim from Australia – 6 November 2024 (9/10)

  Clean, convenient and comfortable

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