Holiday Inn Express OSAKA CITY CENTRE - MIDOSUJI by IHG

Very close to the tram station. The hotel charges an accommodation tax, which is paid upon check-in. They offer a complimentary breakfast; the variety is limited, but the taste is decent. Please note that bookings made through Ctrip cannot earn IHG Rewards points.

Although the room was small, it was clean and odorless, with good facilities. The self-service breakfast was excellent, and it's only a 5-minute walk from Honmachi Station, making it very convenient for transportation.

The room isn't huge, but it's very clean and well-equipped with amenities! There's no free bottled water, but there's a water dispenser in the hallway where you can get ice water anytime, and the room has a kettle, tea, and coffee. Toothbrushes and disposable slippers are provided! The location is excellent, just two subway stops from Umeda and Namba, and Shinsaibashi is within walking distance! The free breakfast is fantastic and plentiful! They offer both Japanese and Western options, with coffee, drinks, fruit, and tea. Highly recommended!

This hotel is right next to Namba Shrine and super close to the W Osaka hotel; I could always find it by looking for the W hotel's sign. It's also very near Shinsaibashi, about a 20-minute walk to the iconic Glico Running Man sign and only about 15 minutes to the liveliest shopping area. There are plenty of convenience stores and various small shops nearby, making shopping and dining incredibly easy. The room, as expected, was 'Japanese-style compact' (read: on the smaller side 😂), but impeccably clean. The bidet was a great bonus. The hot water was wonderfully soothing – perfect for unwinding after a long day out. As a relatively new hotel in Japan, the internet speed was excellent, suitable for both work and streaming. The breakfast, while not as varied as some domestic hotels, was more than satisfying for my needs. Overall, it was a very pleasant stay, and I would definitely come back if I have the chance.

The room cleaning service schedule was a bit odd. They didn't clean the room all day while I was out sightseeing, but then they knocked on the door to clean around 4 or 5 PM when I was back at the hotel resting. Also, the breakfast selection was limited, and you had to queue to get into the restaurant during peak hours, making it feel a bit crowded. On the positive side, the hotel's location was quite convenient, very close to Shinsaibashi, and the nearby Minami-Senba area was also worth exploring.

The location is ideal, close to the M subway line, making it a great base for exploring Osaka, Kobe, Nara, Kyoto, and Uji. Shinsaibashi shopping center is also within walking distance. The hotel room is a good size and well-equipped. The breakfast is delicious. Highly recommended!