5 Recommended Family-Friendly Hotels and Accommodations in Osaka | Enjoy Quality Time with Your Family

Traveling with active and growing children is a priceless time, but it also comes with its challenges. For those who want to enjoy their trip without worrying too much and are looking for accommodations where children can have fun, we have selected 5 recommended lodgings and hotels for a family trip in Osaka.

* The budget mentioned is the lowest room rate for a reservation of 1 room (2 adults and 1 child, 1 night) as of August 2023.

1. CONTEXTED Osaka (Tennoji)

CONTEXTED (コンテクステッド), operated by us, is located in Teradacho, where one out of every five houses is a traditional townhouse. CONTEXTED Osaka is born from the complete renovation of these traditional townhouses built about 100 years ago. Within walking distance, you’ll find shopping streets and public baths, and if you venture a bit further, you can explore attractions like Osaka Ikuno Koreatown, Tennoji Zoo, Abeno Harukas, and more. The accommodations are equipped with kitchens and basic cooking utensils, so you can source ingredients from nearby Korean supermarkets and prepare your own meals.

CONTEXTED Osaka consists of three separate townhouses: “宙 SORA,” “天 TEN,” and “玄 GEN.” Each townhouse can accommodate a maximum of 7 to 8 people, and when all three townhouses are booked together, up to 23 people can stay.

Basic Information Budget: From 17,000 yen per room per night Address: 1-6-3 Ikuno Higashi, Ikuno-ku, Osaka, 544-0025 Access: Approximately 10 minutes’ walk from Teradacho Station on the Osaka Loop Line Official Website: https://contexted.osaka.jp/

2. Sanso Kazenomori (Minoh City)

“Sanso Kazenomori” is a hotel located in the mountains adjacent to a national park. The hotel’s most notable feature is the stunning view of the Osaka Plain right in front of you. Whether in the lobby, on the terrace, in the restaurant, or from each guest room, you can enjoy beautiful vistas. The rooms are available in Japanese-style, Western-style, and Japanese-Western combinations, with some larger rooms accommodating up to six people. There are also special rooms with observation baths. Nearby attractions include Meiji no Mori Minoh Quasi-National Park, Minoh Waterfall, and, with a short drive, the Expo Commemoration Park, making it an excellent choice for family trips.

Basic Information Budget: From 15,000 yen per room per night Address: 2-14-71 Minoh, Minoh-shi, Osaka, 562-0001 Access: Approximately 10 minutes by shuttle bus from Hankyu Minoo Station Official Website: https://www.minoo-kazenomori.com/

3. STAY THE KIX (Izumisano City)

“STAY THE KIX” is a hotel that opened in Rinku Town in 2020. All rooms are Japanese-Western style and equipped with two Simmons double beds and futons. This allows for a comfortable stay for up to 6-8 people, making it suitable for families with children.

Furthermore, all rooms are equipped with household appliances, cooking utensils, a refrigerator, a microwave, a washing machine, an iron, and more, making it convenient for long-term stays.

In the vicinity of the hotel, you can enjoy shopping and leisure activities at places like Rinku Premium Outlets, Rinku Park, and Rinku Pleasure Town SEACLE. The hotel is also conveniently located just one station away from Kansai Airport, making it a great choice for those with flights before or after their stay.

Basic Information Budget: From 12,000 yen per room per night Address: 2-5-1 Kasamatsu, Izumisano-shi, Osaka, 598-0044 Access: Approximately 9 minutes’ walk from Rinku Town Station on the JR Kansai Airport Line and Nankai Electric Railway Official Website: https://stay-the.com/kix/

4. BANDE HOTEL Tempozan (Tempozan)

BANDE HOTEL Tempozan, a large hotel, opened near Osaka Port in January 2020. The hotel consists of two buildings, West Wing and East Wing, offering a total of 226 rooms in seven different types. Among them, the “Family Room” and “Suite Family Room” are particularly recommended for families with children.

The “Family Room” features four single beds, providing ample space for relaxation. Children under elementary school age can sleep for free, but you need to bring your own pajamas and amenities for them.

Just a 15-minute walk from the hotel is the commercial complex “Tempozan Marketplace.” It includes attractions like the world’s largest aquarium, “Kaiyukan,” “Legoland Discovery Center Osaka,” Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel, and more. You can spend a whole day playing near the hotel.

Basic Information Budget: From 16,500 yen per room per night Address: 1-6-5 Tsukiko, Minato-ku, Osaka, 552-0021 Access: Approximately 4 minutes’ walk from Osaka Metro Chuo Line Tempozan Station Official Website: https://www.bandehotel.jp/tempozan/

5. 8b hotel – Osaka Nishikujo APARTMENT – (Nishikujo)

“8b hotel – Osaka Nishikujo APARTMENT -” is an apartment-style accommodation located in Nishikujo. There are two room types: “Deluxe Suite” and “Premium,” each equipped with a microwave and a kitchen, making it possible to cook your own meals.

The rooms feature spacious bunk beds and are well-received by families with children. They also provide high-quality Dyson hairdryers. Pets are allowed, which is another plus. The location is ideal, just 3 stops to Umeda Station and 3 stops to Sakurajima Station, offering easy access to central Osaka and Universal Studios Japan (USJ), making it a perfect base for exploring Osaka.

Basic Information Budget: From 19,872 yen per room per night Address: 3-5-27 Nishikujo, Konohana-ku, Osaka, 554-0012 Access: Approximately 3 minutes’ walk from Nishikujo Station on JR lines and Hanshin Namba Line Website (Rakuten): https://travel.rakuten.co.jp/HOTEL/185872/185872.html

Conclusion

Traveling with children requires careful consideration not only in choosing the destination but also in selecting accommodations. It’s essential to look for accommodations that are conveniently located near train stations, offer natural surroundings, provide spacious rooms, and have excellent amenities. Osaka boasts a variety of such family-friendly accommodations, where both kids and adults can have a great time. Find a hotel or lodging where everyone can have fun together and enjoy a memorable trip to Osaka.