Castle Hotel Osaka

This is a good clean economical hotel in a good location in Osaka. Not only near Osaka castle but also near an underground metro station that allows you to traverse the city. The restaurant is very good with a selection of Japanese and western foods, well cooked and presented. The view to the river from the restaurant is really nice. The hotel can be busy at times with many companies using it for seminars etc. But overall a good clean affordable hotel......dont expect the shangri la but then again you are not paying as much either are you?

This is the first time we have stayed at this hotel. Overall, it's good in terms of service and location. Have found that many hotels generally do not have WIFI or free internet unlike other countries, but I will give this hotel top marks for free internet usage ( if you have your own laptop) Will definitely recommend just for this facility.

The hotel is located right on top of a subway station. So it is convenient to travel. The room was nice, small (but good condition) and better than my expectation (after having read a lot about hotel room in Japan). Osaka Castle is within 10-15 min relaxing walk.

The hotel was easy to get to from Kyoto - straight down the Keihan line to Temmabashi station, and it's right on top. The hotel is right next to a department store, 3 food courts, the Aquabus, and a 5min walk to Osaka Castle. The hotel is in the government area so there isn't a lot to do close by, but with 2 train lines downstairs, the subway system was a breeze to get us around. One drawback was the tiny double room which really didn't leave enough room for a dead cat to swing itself. We stayed there for the first two nights, then transferred to a twin room with river views. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! The hotel does need a reno to freshen up the rooms (& remove the tobacco smell), but is pretty good for the price. Breakfasts were great at $9AUD each and include a full buffet breakfast. Internet is free in your room and is great for when you've had enough of Japanese TV. The front counter staff speak limited English, but were very courteous and tried their best to answer our queries.

The hotel is located in a very nice part of Osaka. the staff are friendly and courteous (like most Japanese). The hotel adjoins a great 8 storey department store with a walkway between the hotel and department store. The hotel features terrific views over Osaka.

Staff were very helpful and courteous.