Astil Hotel Shinosaka Precious

Hotel Description

I’ll be honest – when I first walked into the Astil Hotel Shinosaka Precious, I wasn’t expecting much from the name alone (I mean, “Precious”? Really?). But this place actually surprised me in the best way. It’s tucked away in Nishimikuni, which sounds like nowhere if you’re not familiar with Osaka, but here’s the thing – you’re literally a stone’s throw from Shin-Osaka Station without dealing with all the chaos that comes with staying right on top of it. The neighborhood has this quiet residential feel during the day, then comes alive with little izakayas and convenience stores in the evening.

What struck me most was how they’ve managed to nail that sweet spot between business hotel efficiency and actual comfort. The lobby doesn’t try too hard with fancy marble or whatever – it’s clean, modern, with these warm wood accents that feel genuinely welcoming rather than Instagram-perfect. Check-in was refreshingly quick (the staff’s English is solid, by the way), and I appreciated that they handed me a little neighborhood map with actual useful spots marked, not just tourist traps. The rooms are what you’d call thoughtfully compact – not huge, but everything has its place, and the bed is honestly one of the better ones I’ve slept in around this price point. There’s decent soundproofing too, which matters because while the area’s quiet, you’re still in Osaka and there’s always something happening somewhere.

Here’s what really sells it for me though – the location is just smart. You can walk to Shin-Osaka in about eight minutes (I timed it), which means you’re connected to literally everywhere without paying those insane hotel rates right at the station. Plus, there’s this little shopping street called Juso nearby that most tourists never find, with some genuinely great local food and zero crowds. The hotel’s breakfast is decent – nothing groundbreaking, but they do a proper Japanese spread alongside Western options, and the coffee is actually drinkable. I stayed here during cherry blossom season and it wasn’t overrun like places in central Osaka, though I imagine it gets busier during summer festivals. One small thing – the elevators are a bit slow, but honestly, that’s me being picky. For a 4-star place with an 8.4 rating, the Astil delivers exactly what it promises: a proper place to sleep and recharge while you’re exploring Osaka, without the tourist tax or the hassle of fighting crowds just to get to your room.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $89. Standard Double Room – Smoking with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $89. Standard Double Room with Shower – Non-Smoking with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $89. Standard Double Room with Shower – Smoking with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $96. Superior Double Room – Non-Smoking with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $96. Twin Room – Non-Smoking with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $96. Superior Double Room – Smoking with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $96. Twin Room – Smoking with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $134. Deluxe Double Room with Sofa Bed – Non-Smoking with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $134. Deluxe Double Room with Sofa Bed – Smoking with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $64. Single Room with Shower – Non-Smoking with 1 single bed for Max persons: 1

Reviews

• Adriana from Netherlands – 10 June 2025 (8/10)

  Comfortable, friendly staff, coffee and detox water offered at the lobby, located in a very local and quiet neighbourhood surrounded by very local and cool shops and restaurants.
  
  What could be improved: although location was good, a couple of blocks from Mikuni St., if you are on a tight schedule, it's a bit far from Shin-Osaka/Osaka St. for commuting purposes.

• Nikita from Japan – 8 September 2024 (9/10)

  There is an excellent sauna. Breakfast is ok.

• Kevin from Hong Kong – 22 April 2024 (9/10)

  Room was clean. Area was quiet but 2 min from train station. Staff was friendly. Good value.

• Toru from Japan – 14 April 2024 (9/10)

  Very comfortable stay. Of course the room is cosy but it is also very reasonable.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing will bother you but note that the property is near Mikuni station, a bit taxi ride from shin Osaka station.

• Rachel from United Kingdom – 6 April 2024 (8/10)

  Lovely clean hotel located in a business district of osaka. 2 min walk to nearest train station which takes you to Osaka main station to connect to trains and metro.
  Very comfortable beds and nice breakfast.

• Badri from United States – 26 March 2024 (8/10)

  The location and the staff are the two great features of this hotel.
  
  What could be improved: Although my room was a non-smoker but there was a strong smell of cigarette coming from somewhere that was very bothering.
  Also, the breakfast buffet didn’t have much options.

• Blake from Australia – 9 March 2024 (9/10)

  Staff were always willing to help with my limited to no Japanese ability
  
  What could be improved: Tattoos still frowned upon in onsens, it would be nice if the hotel offered more than two cover up stickers per person

• Artem from Serbia – 20 September 2023 (9/10)

  Amazing public bath
  
  What could be improved: Weird smell from a/c

• Sara from Saudi Arabia – 30 May 2023 (9/10)

  The bath house, and the room
  
  What could be improved: Location wasnt ideal, abit of a walk specially to JR stations .

• Elena from Australia – 17 May 2023 (7/10)

  comfortable and clean
  
  What could be improved: it was in a bad location

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