"The incredible staff is the reason it was really good. They tried their best to help with advice, suggestions, and are always present. The place cis lose to the subway and many amenities. I had a great time."
"The incredible staff is the reason it was really good. They tried their best to help with advice, suggestions, and are always present. The place cis lose to the subway and many amenities. I had a great time."
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Looks like a new hotel and is very modern and elegant. The location is great and would highly recommend this hotel if looking to explore the Dotonburi. The hotel is comfortable and clean and the staff are excellent and attentive.
Looks like a new hotel and is very modern and elegant. The location is great and would highly recommend this hotel if looking to explore the Dotonburi. The hotel is comfortable and clean and the staff are excellent and attentive.
This is the second time I have stayed at the Hankyu RESPIRE, the first being only for a few nights on a multi-city "Golden Route" trip to Japan last year and the experience I had, combined with it's fantastic location meant it was the obvious choice for my week-long stay in Osaka this year.
The rooms are well equipped and roomy, especially for Japan, toiletries, room slippers and pyjamas are provided, meaning you can leave those things at home and have more space in your luggage for your Japan...
This is the second time I have stayed at the Hankyu RESPIRE, the first being only for a few nights on a multi-city "Golden Route" trip to Japan last year and the experience I had, combined with it's fantastic location meant it was the obvious choice for my week-long stay in Osaka this year.
The rooms are well equipped and roomy, especially for Japan, toiletries, room slippers and pyjamas are provided, meaning you can leave those things at home and have more space in your luggage for your Japan...
Paul
Reviewed November 3, 2026Reviewed November 3, 2026
Service was excellent, rooms and facilities were kept clean. Didn't need to wait to use the facilities. Basic and small but excellent location and friendly helpful staff!
First room was noisy as it was on the main road but the window didn't seem to close properly or offer sufficient sound proofing.
Service was excellent, rooms and facilities were kept clean. Didn't need to wait to use the facilities. Basic and small but excellent location and friendly helpful staff!
First room was noisy as it was on the main road but the window didn't seem to close properly or offer sufficient sound proofing.
The hostel has a great location, is budget-friendly, and feels safe and secure. It was a comfortable stay overall. However, I was a bit disappointed that the staff kept speaking to me in Chinese, even though I communicated in English the entire time. While I understand a little Chinese, communication would have been better in English.
The hostel has a great location, is budget-friendly, and feels safe and secure. It was a comfortable stay overall. However, I was a bit disappointed that the staff kept speaking to me in Chinese, even though I communicated in English the entire time. While I understand a little Chinese, communication would have been better in English.
Friendly staff (they also speak English fluently)
Good location, 10 minutes Walk from Tennoji station, a couple of Kombinis around as well.
Large, pretty tatami room. Super clean and lovely.
large shared space with tables and couches, and shared kitchen downstairs. Would definitely recommend.
The only fault I could find are the check-in /check out times (4pm/10am) although those are pretty common for Japan. And we had to pay (200¥ Pp) to store our luggage before checking in as we arrived early....
Friendly staff (they also speak English fluently)
Good location, 10 minutes Walk from Tennoji station, a couple of Kombinis around as well.
Large, pretty tatami room. Super clean and lovely.
large shared space with tables and couches, and shared kitchen downstairs. Would definitely recommend.
The only fault I could find are the check-in /check out times (4pm/10am) although those are pretty common for Japan. And we had to pay (200¥ Pp) to store our luggage before checking in as we arrived early....
I loved this guesthouse. The staff were unbelievably helpful, and the facilities were excellently maintained and cleaned. As a solo traveller staying in the dorm room, I felt they had the mix between being welcoming and friendly while having a degree of privacy and space just right. The 'capsules' were a decent size, and well planned with space to store things in them; they were clean and comfortable too.
The location was perfect - very near a metro station, which itself was quite near most of...
I loved this guesthouse. The staff were unbelievably helpful, and the facilities were excellently maintained and cleaned. As a solo traveller staying in the dorm room, I felt they had the mix between being welcoming and friendly while having a degree of privacy and space just right. The 'capsules' were a decent size, and well planned with space to store things in them; they were clean and comfortable too.
The location was perfect - very near a metro station, which itself was quite near most of...
B
Reviewed September 28, 2014Reviewed September 28, 2014
The room was an odd shape but didn't impact our stay. Air conditioning in the room was great, and we had our own bathroom. The bed was very comfy and staff provided extra pillows when asked. The location of the hotel is really good for two metro lines, there is also a 24h family mart not far up the road, a lovely cafe around the corner and plenty of local places to eat. Staff were very friendly and accomodating to requests and issues. The onsite laundry was great, only a few 100 yen to wash and...
The room was an odd shape but didn't impact our stay. Air conditioning in the room was great, and we had our own bathroom. The bed was very comfy and staff provided extra pillows when asked. The location of the hotel is really good for two metro lines, there is also a 24h family mart not far up the road, a lovely cafe around the corner and plenty of local places to eat. Staff were very friendly and accomodating to requests and issues. The onsite laundry was great, only a few 100 yen to wash and...
What is Soemon-cho like for travellers on a budget?
Soemon-cho offers cheap accommodation options and a variety of places to visit, making it a great getaway spot for budget travellers. In addition to its well-known attractions such as Dotonbori, this destination is home to Tombori River Walk, which you can enjoy while spending very little.
What is there to see and do in Soemon-cho?
Soemon-cho attracts visitors with its major shopping area and fantastic dining options, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the popular local attractions that are highest on your list, such as Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan, and choose other low-cost activities to fill your itinerary. Enjoy the local natural beauty at Tombori River Walk and Utsubo Park, or check out the area's cultural spots like Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater.
How can I get to Soemon-cho and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Soemon-cho can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 9.1 mi (14.7 km) away from the centre in Osaka (ITM-Itami). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to Kobe (UKB), located 15.6 mi (25.2 km) away. Soemon-cho might not have very many public transport options to choose from so renting a car could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.