Hot spring OSAKA HINODE HOTEL NIPPONBASHI

Free beer and snacks at 3 PM, plus a decent breakfast – perfect for families with kids.

The Onyado Nono Osaka Yodoyabashi Hot Spring Hotel was definitely the best value for money on our Osaka trip! It's tucked away in a super convenient location between Shinsaibashi and Namba. The subway station is literally a 1-minute walk from the hotel entrance, making it incredibly fast to get anywhere – a dream for anyone relying on public transport! Our room wasn't huge, but it was clean, tidy, and warmly designed. There was enough space for our luggage, and it was perfectly fine for two people; we slept super comfortably. And now for the highlight – the onsen (bathhouse) was absolutely fantastic! It's a large public bath with perfectly regulated water temperature. After soaking, I felt completely re-energized, all fatigue just melted away. I highly recommend going multiple times! The breakfast buffet was incredibly rich in choices, with Japanese, Western, freshly made sushi, desserts, and fruits – everything you could wish for. We ate until we were stuffed! The biggest surprise was the free-flow drinks during afternoon tea (beer, plum wine, whiskey, soft drinks – grab as much as you like!), and then free-flow ramen for supper in the evening! If you get hungry late at night, just head downstairs for a hot bowl of ramen. It was an explosion of happiness, truly a little bit of joy during our trip. All in all, the facilities, service, location, and perks were all top-notch. I'd give it a 9.2/10 without hesitation! If you're on a budget in Osaka or love bathhouses, book this place with your eyes closed. We'll definitely be back!

Compared to hotels in Kyoto, it's not as refined, but the value for money is quite high. In the afternoon, you can enjoy free-flow beer and drinks. I didn't book breakfast, but it looked pretty good when I passed by. There's a Shinsekai night market nearby that's very lively from 7 PM to 10 PM, and some izakayas or restaurants are open until 11 PM or even midnight. When you exit Ebisucho Station, use exit 5. (If you haven't booked a ride-share or luggage delivery, leaving might be a bit difficult as this subway station doesn't have an accessible route.)