Unless you have a lot of money to spend and want to do some high-class stuff, the hotel itself was not for backpackers. We had to pay for our internet, and the food was way too expensive, so we just ate wherever else in Osaka because it was cheaper. There were no temples in this area, we had to take... more

The was our first stay at a Swissotel preferring Hyatt, SPG or Hilton but the location was what attracted us and the price made it even more worthwhile considering. We were not disappointed. The room was so so but the location, you can stay out late all night if you want to, or spend the night eating and drinking -... more

Great common areas but disappointed with the rooms which are 3 star standard. Beds very hard and uncomfortable, bathroom quite dated, no complimentary water provided. Had to pay to swim in the hotel pool despite staying in the hotel -- a first for me! Very long queue to get a table for breakfast. Poor choice of food for the buffet... more

I couldn't recommend a better place to stay in Osaka (even though its the only place I have stayed in Osaka :)). This hotel puts you right amongst all of the action. Everything is on your doorstep including places to eat, drink, shop and best of all, people-watch. You're only a stones throw away from what seems like hundreds of... more

My family stayed at the Swissotel Nankai Osaka from December 28 through December 31 during our week long vacation to Japan. This hotel has no doubt THE BEST location in Osaka. I was shocked to find this hotel ranked only #9 on TripAdvisor. We took the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Shin-Osaka station, and had to make several transfers to arrive... more

Can't say more on how excellent the location is! We took the Nankai Railway from Kansai Airport, about 890 yen right to namba station, where the hotel is located. Once we exited from the station, we found the door leading to the hotel. Can't miss it, same level as station. Though we were early, we were offered our room. We... more

The service was excellent, the hotel staffs are very helpful they fulfilled all my request. The room was spacious, cosy, clean, great amenities & spectacular view of Osaka city. The location was strategically located in the heart of the city. Below the hotel is the Namba station & a direct train from the Airport to here. Opposite the hotel you... more

I gave the hotel 5 stars simply based on location location location. The great staff and service were an added bonus. I'm currently 15 weeks pregnant and due to a difficult first few months of pregnancy, had to move this trip a whole month. I really needed a well-located hotel that had easy access to transportation -- the airport train,... more

Considering I paid only $70 for a double, I was shocked at how big my room was. Big by even Western standards. Big bathroom, too, with fully-stocked amenities. The hotel is above a complex that includes a mall, a classy department store, and various shops and such. The lobby of the hotel is on the 6th floor of the complex,... more