Hotel Keihan Universal Tower

Hotel Keihan Universal Tower Overview

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first heard about Hotel Keihan Universal Tower, I figured it was just another generic chain trying to cash in on the Universal Studios crowd. But after staying there twice (once during cherry blossom season and again in the dead of summer), I can tell you it’s actually got some serious character. The lobby hits you with this unexpectedly sleek vibe – all polished wood and subtle lighting that somehow manages to feel both modern and distinctly Japanese without being cheesy about it.

What really won me over, though, is how they’ve figured out the whole Universal Studios thing without making it feel like you’re sleeping inside a theme park gift shop. Yeah, you’re literally a few minutes’ walk from the park entrance – I mean, you can see the roller coasters from some of the higher floors – but the hotel doesn’t beat you over the head with cartoon characters everywhere. The rooms are surprisingly spacious for Japan (and I say this as someone who’s stayed in some truly shoebox-sized Tokyo hotels), with these big windows that give you decent views of either the bay or the park, depending on which side you’re on. The beds are firm in that perfect Japanese way, and honestly, the air conditioning is a godsend if you’re visiting during Osaka’s brutal summer months.

Here’s the thing that really sets this place apart though – the staff actually seems to get that most guests are dealing with Universal Studios exhaustion. They’ve got this whole system down for storing your shopping bags, the front desk can somehow magically produce aspirin at 11 PM when your kid has a meltdown, and room service doesn’t judge you for ordering way too much food after a day of theme park overpriced snacks. The breakfast buffet is solid – not mind-blowing, but they do this great mix of Western stuff and proper Japanese breakfast options, plus the coffee is actually decent (which, you know what, matters more than it should when you’re planning another day of standing in lines). The location is pretty clutch too – you’re right there in Konohana-ku, so you can easily hop on the JR lines to get into central Osaka or Namba when you want real food and nightlife. I’ve walked to Osaka Bay from here plenty of times, and there’s something nice about having that water view after being surrounded by crowds all day. Sure, it’s not the cheapest option in the area, but for families or anyone who wants to actually enjoy their Universal Studios trip without feeling like they’re camping out, it’s worth the extra yen.

Hotel Keihan Universal Tower Accommodations

Reviews of Hotel Keihan Universal Tower

• Stevon from Japan – 19 June 2025 (9/10)

  Customer Service was Excellent
  
  What could be improved: N/A

• Tanya from Australia – 18 June 2025 (9/10)

  Best location!! Extremely close to Universal Studios. City Walk has lots of food options. Room was very spacious and clean. Lots of room for a family of four and all our luggage.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Harpa from Iceland – 18 June 2025 (9/10)

  The proximity to Universal Studios. Lawson in the building. Lots of restaurants nearby.
  
  What could be improved: The pillows are rather hard.

• Aigul from Kazakhstan – 18 June 2025 (9/10)

  We absolutely loved our stay at Hotel Keihan Universal Tower! 🌟
  Everything exceeded our expectations — from the perfect location to the warm and attentive service.
  The staff were incredibly polite, kind, and thoughtful, always ready to help with a smile. The room had everything we needed and more, including high-quality toiletries and even special amenities for children — such as kids’ slippers, pajamas, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and sponges. We’ve never experienced such attention to detail for families with kids!
  Breakfast was a true highlight. The food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented. The beef steak, in particular, was absolutely fantastic — tender, juicy, and full of flavor.
  The hotel atmosphere was cozy and relaxing, with stunning views and great facilities. It truly felt like a home away from home. We would happily come back and highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Universal Studios Japan! 💛

• Jiajun from Singapore – 16 June 2025 (9/10)

  Everything
  
  What could be improved: Breakfast is expensive

• Kathleen from United States – 13 June 2025 (9/10)

  Great location to the Universal Studios. Clean room and facilities. Friendly staff.

• Luke from Australia – 10 June 2025 (9/10)

  What can one say, location cannot be beat it is at the doorstep of Universal Studios and has all the dining and entertainment anyone could want if you like theme parks. If you are not into theme parks, you can stay there it is a fantastic hotel, but I probably would not recommend it as there isn't much else in the area without getting onto a train and heading into Osaka. I love this hotel as the rooms are spacious, clean, comfortable and recently having undergone a renovation the room we stayed in still had the brand-new carpet smell and everything just looked fresh and new, we loved it. We took the breakfast option in our booking and as before (this was not our first stay at this hotel) we were delighted with range and freshness of the buffet, I would rate it as 8.5 to 9/10. Staff were super professional and very helpful; we loved our stay here and will come again for the third time.
  
  What could be improved: Nil.

• Cesar from United States – 3 June 2025 (9/10)

  Location is excelent.
  
  What could be improved: No

• Helen from Australia – 31 May 2025 (9/10)

  Great staff very helpful lovely hotel had everything we needed
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Thorsang from Thailand – 28 May 2025 (9/10)

  A true four-star hotel. Right there when you exit from the train, a few walk from Universal. Qualified staffs and facilities.
  
  What could be improved: The design in the room: risky to fall or kick at step aside the beds.

Surroundings

Facilities