20 Hotels in Kansai

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A sightseeing and business base overlooking the World Heritage Site of Himeji Castle.

A resort that boasts sophisticated facilities and rooms with a marvelous panoramic view

A hot spring resort where you can play and relax as you please at an affordable price

Karaoke and a rock sauna at an open-air bath overlooking the ocean. Pets welcome

Relax in a tranquil environment surrounded by bamboo

The popular open-air bath looks out across the beach

The Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, a five-star accommodation, is situated in the vicinity of Namba Station, a prime tourist hotspot in Osaka. It is guaranteed to charm our LIVE JAPAN readers! On the top floor, there's a rooftop eatery where you can savor delectable dishes while admiring the impressive panorama. The combination of gourmet food and mesmerizing views is bound to turn your stay into an extraordinary experience. It is an ideal destination for those looking to indulge in a lavish getaway with family or friends. By choosing to stay here, you're on track to creating remarkable memories.

Enjoy the perfect blend of thrill and tranquility at LIBER HOTEL AT UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN, an official hotel, adored by LIVE JAPAN readers. Located a stone's throw from the celebrated Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, it's an ideal retreat after a day filled with adventure. Indulge in a blissful spa experience, complete with a natural hot spring and sauna, set within the hotel's serene confines.

Just a 7-minute walk from Higashiyama Subway Station and Heian Shrine, the completely non-smoking Kyoto Travellers Inn offers bicycle rental, a restaurant and rooms with a flat-screen TV and free internet. The cosy rooms at Travellers Inn Kyoto include a refrigerator and private bathroom. Guests can choose a classical Western room with sofa or traditional Japanese room with futon bedding and tatami floor. Kyoto Municipal Zoo is just a 3-minute walk from the hotel, and Nanzen-ji Temple is only a 10-minute walk. Yasaka Shrine and the Gion area are about a 15-minute walk away. Guests can unwind with a massage or soak in the hot public bath. The friendly English-speaking staff offer luggage storage and laundry services. Free WiFi is available in public areas. A designated smoking area is also available for smokers. The hotel’s restaurant is open for all meals and serves Japanese and Western dishes.

Only a 15-minute ride on the free shuttle from JR Osaka Train Station, RIHGA Royal Hotel offers modern accommodations with free WiFi. It boasts a dazzling 20 dining options, ranging from French courses to traditional Japanese cuisine. Simply furnished rooms with a contemporary decor await guests at Hotel RIHGA Royal. All are air conditioned and include a desk, a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags. A power adapter and a flat-screen satellite TV are on offer in each room. The hotel features direct access to Osaka International Convention Centre and Keihan Nakanoshima Train Station, which offers direct train access to Kyoto in 1-hour. Universal Studios Japan is a 25-minute train ride away, while Namba and Shinsaibashi areas are within a 10-minute taxi ride away. Kansai International Airport is a 90-minute limousine bus ride from Herbis Osaka Bus Stop. The Herbis Bus Stop is a 5-minute walk away from the hotel's free shuttle bus stop. A fitness centre and indoor pool with whirlpool can be used for an extra fee. You can relax with a massage, sing karaoke or shop at the connected mall. Royal Ryuho serves Chinese dishes, and Naniwa has Teppanyaki grills. A breakfast buffet is served at Remone restaurant and Japanese dishes are an offer at Nakanoshima. Several bars and cafes are also on site.

Directly connected to Shin-Kobe Shinkansen Station, ANA Crowne Plaza offers 8 dining options with views of Kobe City and Rokko Mountain. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property. The air-conditioned rooms at ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe feature a crisp modern style with bright whites and dark contrasts. A fridge, a minibar and a flat-screen satellite TV come with the room. ANA Crowne also offers a gift shop and car rental services. ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe is just 1 subway stop from Sannomiya Railway Terminal, at the heart of Kobe's exciting downtown area. Kobe Airport is 8 km away. To Kyoto it takes 30 minutes by Shinkansen train, and to Osaka only 15 minutes.

Situated in Sumoto, 2.7 km from Ohama Beach, Shimahana features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides free shuttle service, and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel, the rooms have a balcony. All rooms in Shimahana are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The wellness area at Shimahana is comprised of a sauna, a hot tub and a hot spring bath. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sumoto, like cycling. Tokushima Awaodori Airport is 52 km from the property.

Located in the centre of Kyoto, 1.6 km from Kyoto Station, PREMIUM TOJI - Vacation STAY 28868v provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. The property is around 1.8 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 3.2 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 3.3 km from Tofuku-ji Temple. Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall is 3.7 km away and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine is 3.8 km from the hotel. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a desk. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Kiyomizu-dera Temple is 4.6 km from PREMIUM TOJI - Vacation STAY 28868v, while Katsura Imperial Villa is 4.7 km away. Itami Airport is 42 km from the property.

Located in Tsu, 22 km from Suzuka Circuit, HDK Hotel - Vacation STAY 07718v provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is situated 49 km from Oharai-machi, 4.8 km from Sekisui Museum and 5.2 km from Oyatsu Town. Yume Utsutsu is 6.5 km away and Jogu-ji Temple is 7 km from the hotel. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All units at HDK Hotel - Vacation STAY 07718v include air conditioning and a desk. Yuki Shrine is 5.8 km from the accommodation, while Yakushi-ji Temple is 6.4 km away. Nagoya Airport is 97 km from the property.

Situated in the centre of Osaka, 100 metres from Shimoyamatobashi Monument, Nihonbashi LUXE HOTEL - Vacation STAY 77607v features air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. Popular points of interest nearby include Nipponbashi Catholic Church, Manpuku-ji Temple and Shinsengumi Osaka Tonsho Monument. The property is close to popular attractions like Daikaku-ji Temple, Nipponbashi Park and Komyo-ji Temple. At the hotel, rooms include a desk and a TV. Rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near Nihonbashi LUXE HOTEL - Vacation STAY 77607v include Nipponbashi Monument, Zojugoi Yasuidoton Dobokukiko Monument and Hoan-ji Temple. Itami Airport is 20 km from the property.

Situated within 2 km of Nagai Park and 1.7 km of Mandaike Park, City Inn Nishi Tanabe / Vacation STAY 78536 features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Osaka. The property is around 1.3 km from Nagai Shopping Street, 1.8 km from Abeno Seimei Shrine and 3.8 km from Kuwazu Ten Shrine. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Momogaike Park is 1.5 km away. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At the hotel the rooms are equipped with a desk and a TV. Popular points of interest near City Inn Nishi Tanabe / Vacation STAY 78536 include Komagawa Shopping Street, Abe Oji Shrine and Osaka Museum of Natural History. Itami Airport is 29 km from the property.

Situated in Iga, 45 km from Suzuka Circuit, Hill Hotel Sunpia Iga - Vacation STAY 66998v features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Nara Station is 49 km from the hotel. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms at Hill Hotel Sunpia Iga - Vacation STAY 66998v have air conditioning and a desk. Itami Airport is 94 km from the property.

New Biwako Hotel is set in Otsu, 18 km from Daigo-ji Temple and 19 km from Shoren-in Temple. This 2-star hotel offers a shared lounge and free WiFi. Samurai Kembu Kyoto is 20 km from the hotel and Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple is 20 km away. The hotel offers a hot spring bath. Heian Shrine is 20 km from New Biwako Hotel, while Kiyomizu-dera Temple is 21 km from the property. Itami Airport is 60 km away.

Conveniently set in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, Rinn Horikawa Gojo is located 1.8 km from Kyoto Station, 1.8 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 2.3 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. The property is less than 1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, and within 1 km of the city centre. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Rinn Horikawa Gojo provides certain rooms with city views, and each room includes a kettle. All units at the accommodation are equipped with a seating area. Nijo Castle is 2.5 km from Rinn Horikawa Gojo, while Gion Shijo Station is 2.5 km away. Itami Airport is 44 km from the property.