20 Hotels in Kansai

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

Renovation and renewal. Grandly opened on July 1, 2024!

The popular open-air bath looks out across the beach

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

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

Relax in a tranquil environment surrounded by bamboo

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Located within 300 metres of Shirahama Energy Land, Nankishirahama Hotel Akariya in Shirahama has a number of amenities including a garden and a shared lounge. The property is close to several noted attractions, around 500 metres from Shirahama Beach and around 1.9 km from Kyoto University Shirahama Aquarium. The hotel features a hot spring bath, luggage storage space and free WiFi. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Nankishirahama Hotel Akariya features certain rooms that include a terrace, and every room is equipped with a kettle. The rooms at the accommodation have air conditioning and a wardrobe. Guests can enjoy a meal at the in-house restaurant upon prior reservation, which specialises in Japanese cuisine. Toretore Market is 2.7 km from Nankishirahama Hotel Akariya. The nearest airport is Shirahama Airport, 2 km from the property.

Set 1.2 km from Matsunomiya Shrine, 嵐 Hotel Arashi Tengachaya No005 offers 4-star accommodation in Osaka and features a terrace. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as Kuroda Han Historical Gate, Abeno Harukas, and Chausuyama burial mound. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the hotel every room has air conditioning, a desk, a balcony with a city view, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The units will provide guests with a fridge. 嵐 Hotel Arashi Tengachaya No005 offers a buffet or Asian breakfast. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Tsutenkaku, Tsurumibashi Shopping Street and Hayashi Fumiko Literary Monument. Itami Airport is 23 km away.

Set within 12 km of Shoren-in Temple and 12 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Enmanin Sanmitsuden - Vacation STAY 03295v offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu. The property is around 12 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, 12 km from Heian Shrine and 13 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Gion Shijo Station is 14 km from the hotel and Shugakuin Imperial Villa is 16 km away. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a fridge. Mount Hiei is 13 km from the hotel, while Enryaku-ji Temple is 14 km away. Itami Airport is 54 km from the property.

Set in the centre of Osaka, 300 metres from Shimoyamatobashi Monument, Dotonbori Crystal Hotel III - Vacation STAY 93468v offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. The property is close to several well-known attractions, less than 1 km from Mitsutera Temple, a 13-minute walk from Manpuku-ji Temple and 1.1 km from Shinsengumi Osaka Tonsho Monument. Stage Ku is less than 1 km away and Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade is a 9-minute walk from the hotel. Every room includes a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At the hotel rooms are equipped with a desk and a TV. Popular points of interest near Dotonbori Crystal Hotel III - Vacation STAY 93468v include Hoan-ji Temple, Nipponbashi Monument and Zojugoi Yasuidoton Dobokukiko Monument. Itami Airport is 20 km away.

Located in Kyoto, 1.2 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Super Hotel Kyoto Shijokawaramachi provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The property is 1.6 km from the city centre and 600 metres from Gion Shijo Station. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. All units in Super Hotel Kyoto Shijokawaramachi are equipped with a TV and a hairdryer. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Kyoto International Manga Museum, Shoren-in Temple and Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. Itami Airport is 46 km away.

Situated in Wakayama, 3 km from Okawa Hachiman Shrine, Kyukamura Kishu-Kada features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has sea views and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.3 km from Jiunzan Hoonko-ji Temple. The rooms will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a TV. Sumiyoshi Shrine is 4.4 km from the hotel, while Tennomiya Shrine is 5.8 km from the property. Kansai International Airport is 42 km away.

Located in Shiso, 33 km from Himeji Castle, Isawa no sato / Vacation STAY 61566 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The shared bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At the hotel each room includes air conditioning and a TV. Tottori Airport is 91 km away.