Hearton Hotel Nishiumeda

This was by far the most comfortable hotel I stayed at throughout my entire trip to Japan. Its convenient location made getting around a breeze. There are plenty of shopping malls nearby, featuring all the popular brands. Plus, there's a bus stop right by the hotel with direct service to the airport, which saved me the hassle of lugging my bags on the subway.

The location and ambiance are excellent, and the Japanese service is, of course, impeccable. My boyfriend, on his first trip to Japan, spent five nights and four days in Osaka and Kyoto. He can't stop talking about how amazing his experience was, especially coming back to a relaxing bath every day – it was incredibly therapeutic after all that intense sightseeing.

Osaka Umeda is our go-to area when we visit Osaka, and this was our first time staying at this hotel. I honestly think it's the best value-for-money hotel around Umeda. It's just a short walk from the West Exit, really close by, and the Herbis stop for the airport limousine bus is also nearby, offering excellent and varied transport options. It's a fantastic choice for anyone traveling from Osaka Station or planning a shopping trip in Umeda.

The hotel is conveniently located: just exit the west gate of Osaka Station, walk past KITTE, and you're there. It's also only one block away from the bus stops for Itami Airport, Kansai Airport, and Sanda Premium Outlets, with detailed maps provided inside the hotel. The facilities are a bit old-fashioned; for example, the faucets still have separate hot and cold taps.

The room isn't huge, but the beds are big enough to push together, so it's perfect for a family. The location is excellent, just a few minutes' walk to Osaka Station. The breakfast has a great variety and tastes good too. Plus, there's a water dispenser and vending machine on every floor, which is really convenient.

The room size was just right for three people. The hotel has a washing machine for 400 JPY/30 minutes and a dryer for 100 JPY/30 minutes.