Kinki Region Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Kinki Region

Namba
Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).

Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).

Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.

Shinsaibashi
You'll love the popular shops in Shinsaibashi, and you might want to stick around to check out Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, a top place to visit.

Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Clean facilities and rooms. Conveniently located (in walking distance) to train & bus station and a variety of dining and shopping. Staff were friendly and helpful. We got to the hotel early and was able to store our luggage and explore the area for a few hrs before checkin. Thoroughly enjoyed our ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Convenient location. Many dining and shopping options in mall as well as surrounding areas. Central location for trains and subways to various parts of Kansai.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Breakfast buffet was good, getting there early is a long wait. Near Dotonburi was great. Namba walk (underground outlet store in subway) was great to find food. Restaurant's are tourists spots so it can get pricey but overall its a great hotel spot with like 2-3 min walk to train station and 6-7 ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

MIMARU Osaka Namba Station
Friendly and helpful staff, very walkable location. Room was clean and spacious. Thanks for a great stay!
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

STAYAT OSAKA SHINSAIBASHI east
Maybe I missed it but there is no staff on-site. Be prepared to do things yourself. Very big rooms and comfortable for a family.
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2025

PG Kuromon
Great location, apartment with laundry, very comfortable and reccomanded
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit

Rurikei Onsen
Rurikei Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Nantan. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.

Universal Studios Japan
Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.

Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.

Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.

Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.