

Hotel Description
Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw this place’s name, I thought someone went a little overboard with the keywords. But you know what? They’re not wrong about any of it. This little family-run spot in Nishikujo is actually perfect if you’re doing the Universal Studios thing with kids, and I mean that in the best way possible.
The location is pretty sweet – you’re literally five minutes from USJ by train, which sounds like marketing speak until you’re actually doing it with tired kids at the end of the day. The Nishikujo station is right there, and honestly, after dealing with crowds at the theme park, having such a short trip back feels like a lifesaver. The neighborhood itself is quiet, sort of residential but not boring – there’s a decent convenience store about two blocks away, and I spotted a couple of local ramen joints that looked promising. The building sits on a smaller street, so you don’t get the main road noise, which I appreciated since my kids are light sleepers.
What really got me was how much thought they put into the family angle. The Mario Power-Up Band thing isn’t just a gimmick – they actually have it set up so kids can play around with it in the room, and there’s enough space for them to run around without driving you crazy. The shower situation deserves a mention too – that ReFa thing actually works, and after a long day of walking around theme parks, it felt pretty luxurious for what you’re paying. The whole place feels bigger than typical Osaka accommodations, which is saying something. I mean, you can actually open your suitcase without having to move furniture around. The tatami areas work well if you’ve got little ones who might roll off beds, and there’s enough storage that you’re not living out of suitcases the whole time.
The hosts seem to really know their stuff about traveling with families – they had recommendations for kid-friendly restaurants nearby, timing tips for USJ, even suggestions for the quieter train cars during rush hour. Check-in was smooth, no weird complications or language barriers that sometimes pop up with smaller places. One small thing – the building’s a bit older, so you might hear some footsteps from upstairs occasionally, but nothing that kept us awake. Honestly, for the price point and that 9.7 rating, I was expecting maybe one or two things to be overhyped, but everything pretty much delivered. If you’re planning a Universal Studios trip with kids and want something that feels more like staying at a thoughtful friend’s place than a generic hotel, this works really well.
Rooms
- Estimated price from: $243. Family Room with 6 double beds for Max persons: 4


Reviews
Wong from China – 3 October 2024 (10/10)
This is the most satisfying house I've ever stayed in, with a lot of space and a very clear division of functional areas, and all the toiletries are locally famous salon brands.btw I really love the showerhead of refa.🚿
The house is in a residential area , the neighborhood is very quiet friendly, and my kids were very enjoy running up and down the stairs, it's perfect for families .🏠
It was very convenient to get around, we went to usj and the whole trip took no more than 10 minutes.
The landlord Mr. and Mrs. were very friendly and asked if we needed to be picked up from the airport, and we went to Uji🍵 on their recommendation, so it was a very satisfying trip!西 from China – 18 September 2024 (10/10)
This guesthouse has excellent facilities, and the decor is full of charm and character. With two bathrooms and two toilets, it’s perfect for accommodating a large family, providing plenty of space for everyone to feel comfortable. The location is fantastic — it’s only five minutes away from both Universal Studios and Umeda, making it super convenient for exploring the area.
The surrounding neighborhood is vibrant, especially at night, with many restaurants and izakayas to choose from. There are also plenty of supermarkets and convenience stores nearby, which makes shopping for essentials very easy. I highly recommend this place!Hyunwoong from South Korea – 25 February 2025 (10/10)
니시쿠조역에서 매우 가까워요(도보로 5분). 유니버셜스튜디오는 2정거장이면 가고, 도톤보리도 30분이내에 갈 수 있어요. 주요 관광지에 가는것이 편합니다.
두 가족 8명이 이용했는데, 여유롭게 지냈어요. 시설도 깨끗하고 편했어요. 일반 가정집 분위기라 더 좋았어요.
이 인원이 만족스러운 컨디션의 숙박을 하는데 가격도 무척 합리적입니다. 가족단위 이용자들에게 강력 추천합니다.
깜짝 선물(?) 너무 고마웠어요^^
What could be improved: 동반한 다른 가족들도 너무 만족해서 개선점이 없네요^^Gong from China – 22 September 2024 (10/10)
房间设施:设施太全啦,比住酒店方便很多!!装修也很温馨,我住酒店有时会睡不着,在这住完全没有认床
洗护用品:花洒和洗护用品给个大好评,每天洗澡都很享受,而且洗完头发变柔顺了好多,房主说她的几个民宿都是用的美容花洒
出行:交通很方便,去心斋桥和环球都非常近
房主很负责,人也很好,不管咨询什么信息都回复的很及时,整个旅行超满意这次住宿,可惜只在大阪待一天,房主说京都民宿在装修了,期待!!
What could be improved: 都很满意原谷 from Japan – 1 April 2025 (8/10)
駅からも近く、色んな観光地にアクセスしやすかったです。施設内も清潔でとても良かったです。ベッド、部屋数が多いので、家族でもそれぞれのプライベートを保てて、快適に過ごせました。トイレとお風呂が2つずつあるのも魅力的でした。
What could be improved: キッチンのIH下のプレート(魚焼きグリルがある位置)が、食器を出し入れする度に外れて落ちてきて危なかったです。Daiki from Japan – 4 November 2024 (10/10)
SURROUNDINGS
What’s nearby:
- Tosa Park: 2.2 km
- Benten Park: 2.4 km
- Amidaike Park: 2.6 km
- Sakuragawa Park: 2.8 km
- Bentennishi Park: 2.2 km
- Isoji Central Park: 2.5 km
- Benten Higashi Park: 1.6 km
- Shimo-fukushima Park: 2.4 km
- Sakaro no Matsu Monument: 2.8 km
- Tsunami and Storm Surge Disaster Prevention Station: 2.4 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/barだるまや酒蔵: 200 m
- Cafe/barプラザカフェ: 250 m
- Cafe/bar屋台居酒屋 満マル 西九条南店: 250 m
Top attractions:
- Naniwa Park: 4.1 km
- Utsubo Park: 3 km
- Octopus Pine: 3.3 km
- Motomachinaka Park: 4 km
- OSTEC Exhibition Hall: 3.6 km
- Sujikai Bridge Monument: 3.6 km
- Dojima Avanza Entrance Porch: 4 km
- Kokoni Sunaba Ariki Monument: 3.1 km
- Monument of Kajimaya Head House: 3.6 km
- Fukuzawa Yukichi Birthplace Monument & Nakatsu-han Old Site: 3.1 km
Public transport:
- Metro Tamagawa: 1.6 km
- Metro Nodahanshin: 2.2 km
- Train Chidoribashi: 1.2 km
- Train Nishikujo Station: 250 m
Closest airports:
- Kobe Airport: 36 km
- Itami Airport: 11 km
- Kansai International Airport: 47 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen:
- Children’s high chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Balcony
Services:
- Strollers
Living Area:
- Dining area
Food & Drink:
- Tea/Coffee maker
Room Amenities:
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken:
- English
- Japanese
- Chinese
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
Most popular facilities:
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Free WiFi
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Entertainment and family services:
- Baby safety gates
- Indoor play area
- Baby safety gates
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
Other for your stay:
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms


Rules
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 16:00 to 00:00
Check-out:
- From 00:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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