Holiday Inn Osaka Namba by IHG

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at a lot of hotels in Osaka, and the Holiday Inn in Namba honestly surprised me in the best way. You know how some chain hotels can feel kind of soulless? This one actually gets the balance right between familiar comfort and being plugged into the real Osaka energy. The location is what really sold me – you’re literally in Soemon-cho, which means you’re walking distance from all the crazy neon chaos of Dotonbori, but you’re tucked just far enough off the main drag that you’re not dealing with drunk salarymen stumbling around at 2 AM.

The building itself is pretty sleek, sort of modern without trying too hard, and I mean, you can’t miss it once you know where you’re going. Check-in was smooth – the staff actually speak decent English, which honestly can be hit or miss even at international chains in Japan. The rooms are what you’d expect from a solid 4-star place, clean and well-designed, though I will say the bathrooms are typically Japanese-small (but hey, that’s part of the charm, right?). What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays despite being in the heart of everything. I was worried about street noise, but their soundproofing game is on point.

Here’s what I loved most about staying here – you’re maybe a 3-minute walk from Hozenji Yokocho, this tiny alley packed with traditional yakitori joints that most tourists completely miss because they’re too busy taking photos at the Glico sign. The hotel staff actually gave me solid recommendations for late-night ramen spots that weren’t the obvious tourist traps. And honestly, being able to stumble back to a comfortable bed after exploring Shinsekai or hitting up the standing bars in Namba is pretty perfect. The whole area comes alive at night in this incredible way – you’ve got everything from street food vendors to tiny bars that seat like six people, and it’s all right there. I also appreciated that Namba Station is super close, so getting to other parts of the city (or catching the train to Kyoto) is dead simple. The only minor thing is that the immediate area can get pretty packed during peak hours, but that’s Namba for you – it’s part of the experience. If you want to be in the thick of Osaka’s food and nightlife scene but still have a reliable, comfortable place to crash, this Holiday Inn really delivers.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $171. Standard Double Room – Non-Smoking with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $178. Standard Twin Room – Non-Smoking with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $193. Superior Twin Room – Non-Smoking with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $193. Hollywood Twin Room – Non-Smoking with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $199. Standard Twin Room with Extra Bed – Non-Smoking with 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 3
• Estimated price from: $216. Superior Twin Room with Extra Bed – Non-Smoking with 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 3

Reviews

• Y from United States – 16 June 2025 (9/10)

  Location was perfect! Convenient stores right outside the hotel to prepare for the days with two toddlers. Couple short blocks away from the main strip!

• Winnie from Philippines – 13 June 2025 (8/10)

  Cleanliness
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• L from Singapore – 8 June 2025 (8/10)

  Centrally located
  
  What could be improved: Small room

• Mala from United States – 6 June 2025 (9/10)

  We loved the location and the fact that the room was quiet despite the vibrant night life just outside the door.
  
  What could be improved: We were perplexed by the window in the shower. This window made for several awkward moments among family members. Maybe consider frosting the glass instead of a moveable shade?

• Christine from Philippines – 6 June 2025 (9/10)

  Very near dotonbori and shopping!
  
  What could be improved: None

• Judith from Canada – 4 June 2025 (8/10)

  What could be improved: Breakfast was very limited choices for the price

• Catherine from Singapore – 1 June 2025 (7/10)

  Location and size of room
  
  What could be improved: Front desk staff not helpful, not knowledgeable and limited English spoken

• Joseph from United Arab Emirates – 26 May 2025 (8/10)

  It’s around 10 mins walk from Nankai Namba Station and Dohtonbori is only block away from the Hotel.
  
  6-8 mins walk for the bus pick-up point going to Universal studio and Bus tour going to Kyoto.
  
  A lot of food choices around the hotel and it has a closed by convenience store(Lawson and Family Mart)
  
  The room is clean.
  
  What could be improved: For a family of 3, the room is quite small.

• Shirley from Philippines – 15 May 2025 (9/10)

  Its very near shinsaibashi and everything. Place is quiet
  
  What could be improved: The room is a bit small

• Chandra from Australia – 4 May 2025 (9/10)

  Our stay at the Holiday Inn Osaka Namba was an excellent experience with very helpful and accommodating staff. The little things that they did for us (like chocolates for my birthday!!) made a big difference to us and made our stay a very pleasant one. The breakfast was great with a good selection. The location was great being close to the shopping areas of Namba, so it was great for us to navigate our way around the various malls. All in all an excellent place to stay in Namba and we would choose this hotel again when we return to Osaka.

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