Hotel Cordia Osaka

Clean, quiet, not far from the subway, and the breakfast was delicious 😋

The cleanliness was a major letdown. There was a surprising amount of dust everywhere. I typically like to do a quick wipe-down upon checking into a room, and I found thick layers of dust on the headboard, TV stand, and even the electric kettle's base. The photo I took was actually after I'd already started cleaning. Guests are also required to wear slippers inside the room. The front desk service was generally good, with one significant exception. There was a female staff member whose attitude changed noticeably. She'd seem pleasant when speaking to me, but her demeanor would instantly shift. I distinctly felt she was unfriendly towards Chinese guests, particularly when observing her interactions with Westerners nearby. I suppose I should 'thank' her for not overtly giving Chinese people the cold shoulder. The location, however, is extremely convenient. It's right outside Exit 5A of Higobashi Station. A Lawson convenience store is directly across from the hotel, and a 7-Eleven is also close by. This means you don't need to bother with hotel breakfast, as convenience stores have you covered. Plus, there's a Matsuya restaurant directly opposite the subway exit, just about a 20-meter walk from the hotel.

## Facilities The rooms were very clean and featured a practical entryway where shoes could be placed. The separate toilet and bathroom were a big plus for convenience. On the 8th floor, there's a common area equipped with washing machines, vending machines, a microwave, and a smoking room – all of which were incredibly handy. ## Cleanliness Spotlessly clean throughout. ## Location Excellent location, very close to Umeda. There's a Lawson convenience store directly across the street and a 7-Eleven just a 2-minute walk away. The Higobashi subway station is incredibly accessible, literally a 30-second walk to the left from the hotel entrance. Getting to Umeda by taxi is also affordable, costing around 1000 JPY. ## Service The front desk staff were excellent. We were particularly grateful that one of the Japanese staff members spoke Chinese. They were consistently friendly, always greeting us warmly whenever we entered or left the hotel.

We were two families of three and booked two rooms, each fitted with three beds, allowing for a very comfortable sleep. The soundproofing was excellent. The subway station is conveniently located just a left turn from the hotel entrance, making it very easy to reach various attractions. The Japanese hospitality was exceptionally attentive, offering thoughtful touches like complimentary toiletries for female guests and free coffee. Overall, it was a wonderful stay, and I would definitely choose this hotel again on my next trip to Osaka.