Four Seasons Hotel Osaka

Hotel Description

Okay, so I’ve stayed at quite a few hotels in Osaka over the years, and honestly? The Four Seasons here is something else entirely. It sits right in the Dojima district – you know, that business area that feels all sleek and modern but isn’t touristy at all. Most people end up in Namba or Shibuya, which is fine, but being in Dojima actually puts you in this interesting spot where you’re surrounded by locals heading to work, not other travelers taking selfies every five minutes.

The thing that got me right away was walking into the lobby and realizing how quiet it was despite being on a busy street. I mean, Osaka can be pretty intense with all the traffic and construction, but somehow they’ve managed to create this bubble of calm. The staff – and I’m not just saying this – actually seem to enjoy their jobs, which you notice immediately when someone’s genuinely happy to help versus just going through the motions. Check-in was smooth, no weird paperwork drama, and they had my room ready even though I arrived around noon (which never happens, let’s be real).

What really sets this place apart though is how they’ve nailed that balance between fancy and functional. The rooms are spacious by Japanese standards – I could actually open my suitcase without rearranging the furniture – and the bathrooms have those deep soaking tubs that make you want to cancel dinner plans. The view depends on which side you’re on, but even the “city view” rooms look out over interesting architecture rather than just concrete blocks. I loved watching the early morning routine of the neighborhood from my window – people walking to the nearby Keihan station, the little coffee shops opening up, that whole daily rhythm you only see when you’re staying somewhere real people actually live and work.

Foodwise, they’ve got options that go beyond the usual hotel restaurant situation. The breakfast spread includes proper Japanese items alongside Western stuff, and their coffee is actually good – not that bitter hotel lobby nonsense. Location-wise, you’re maybe a ten-minute walk to Kitahama station, which connects you everywhere you need to go. Osaka Castle is close enough for a morning run if that’s your thing, and you can walk to some excellent local restaurants that tourists never find because they’re not in the guidebooks.

Is it expensive? Well, yeah, it’s a Five Seasons, so you know what you’re getting into. But honestly, after dealing with cramped business hotels or those massive tourist places where you feel like cattle, spending a bit more for space and service that doesn’t make you feel like an inconvenience is worth it. The 9.4 rating makes sense – I can’t think of anything that was genuinely disappointing. Even the WiFi worked properly, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how many nice places mess that up.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $506. Superior Double Room with 2 double beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $506. Superior King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $506. Superior Accessible Room with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $560. Deluxe King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $560. Deluxe Double Room with 2 double beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $575. Premier King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $575. Premier Double Room with 2 double beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $619. Premier Corner King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $647. Four Seasons Corner King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $702. Junior Suite Double with 2 double beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $786. Tatami Premier King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $786. Tatami Premier Double Room with 2 double beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $1,216. Tatami Corner King Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $1,241. Premier Corner King Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $1,407. Four Seasons Corner King Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Rach from United States – 14 June 2025 (8/10)

  loved the room… quiet design and well appointed. The Spa, though not a true Onsen was so clean and comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: The staff was dismissive and did not help in the few requests. It is a good thing we know the city enough to get around. Staff messed up our breakfast order. I expected better sevice from the property.

• John from United States – 1 June 2025 (10/10)

  Gorgeous new building, Jardin restaurant

• Jan from Czech Republic – 31 May 2025 (9/10)

  Location moder clean comfy hotel
  
  What could be improved: My luggages have been left out in front of hotel for 3 hours so when get in the evening back still outside. They apologized but weird!

• Marcel from Australia – 22 May 2025 (10/10)

  Excellent, friendly staff, in a great location.

• Claude from Switzerland – 8 May 2025 (9/10)

  Room was great, staff as well. Pool is awesome and we liked the breakfast a lot.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing really. Food in the Jardin could be a bit more refined.

• Tom from United Kingdom – 30 April 2025 (10/10)

  Great new hotel. Excellent staff. Incredible bar and pool. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Osaka, personally.
  
  What could be improved: If you want to stay right at the tourist area of Dotunbori this is a significant walk away but personally I’d rather not stay there.

• Kim from Spain – 18 April 2025 (10/10)

  Amazing everything

• Boris from Russia – 11 April 2025 (9/10)

  Everything was great, except for coffee, Coffee was terrible, I believe that it in hotel such as Four seasons coffee should be prepared significantly better.

• Sheryl from United Arab Emirates – 10 April 2025 (10/10)

  Four Seasons never fails to impress. Excellent service as usual.

• Timothy from United States – 5 April 2025 (10/10)

  Excellent hotel.

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