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BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Clean room, though tiny. Much of the service is self help besides check-in. An older staff member spoke very little English, but used a translation device and my little Japanese to help us transfer luggage. For the price it's a good value of you just want a place to sleep and feel safe.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Fine
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Super convenient, close to everything, very easy for access to airport and train stations to visit other areas like Kobe and Kyoto. Rooms are spacious and clean. Would definitely book here again.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

STAYAT OSAKA SHINSAIBASHI east
Nice place. Enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
Fantastic room, in room laundry, and location. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

MERBABU STAY OSAKA
It was great to have a washer in the apartment style hotel. I wish cooking utensils were included to use the stove but sadly they are not. Lot of local places to eat that are good. 10 minute walk to train stations. Close to convenience stores!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit

Kiyomizu Temple
Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.

Nishiki Market
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.

Fushimi Inari Shrine
This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails.

Nijō Castle
Visit the world of a wealthy and powerful shogun in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.

Kinkaku-ji Temple
Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.

Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Activities

One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara

Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks

Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience

Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options
- Kamikata Onsen Ikkyu
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Castle
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Nishiki Market
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Kuromon Market
- Nijō Castle
- Kawaramachi Street
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Nara Park
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Umeda Sky Building
- Kyoto Tower
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Pontocho Alley
- Kyoto University
- Yasaka Shrine
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Osaka Castle Park
- Heian Shrine
- Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street
- Shijo Street
- Osaka Station City
- Todaiji Temple



