In our previous blog, we talked about our time at Osaka Marriott Hotel. Although it was a wonderful hotel, the price tag might not be to everyone’s taste. So today we are going to introduced to you an affordable alternative hotel in Osaka.
We were invited to by Mathew, the owner of Hotel 88 Shinsaibashi,to stay during our time in Osaka. If you are looking to stay in Osaka on a budget but still strive for comfort, this contemporary hotel is perfect for you!
LOCATION
Hotel 88 is located in the up-and-coming Shinsaibashi area and easily accessible by public transport. It is a 7 minute walk from OCAT (Osaka City Air Terminal) and a 12 minute walk from Namba Station.
Just by stepping out of the hotel, you are greeted with a large selection of restaurants. It is a short walk away from Dotonbori River where you will find shops and impressive street foods.
RECEPTION & LOBBY
Their reception desk is opened 24 hours a day with luggage storage facilities. The lobby consists of tables and chairs, complimentary refreshments, massage chairs and a pool table! There is also a coined laundry room.
The décor is fun and contemporary. You can tell just by stepping into the hotel that this place is all about giving their guests the best experience.
- Check-in 3pm
- Check-out 10am
ROOMS
There are 51 rooms at Hotel 88. What’s special about this hotel is that they have family rooms that can accommodate up to 4 people, which is a rare find among Osaka hotels.
Each room is modern in design and offers urban-inspired comfort. All rooms are equipped with free Wifi and all standard amenities. Some rooms even have a view of the nearby Dotonbori River!
We stayed in a double corner annex which has a separate sitting and sleeping area. The room was very spacious and we particularly like that the bed is in a separate area.
WHAT WE LOVED
We had the privilege of meeting Mathew, the owner. Mathew is so down to earth and is the kind of owner that wouldn’t mind getting his hands dirty! He has a wonderful relationship with the staff and you can tell that everyone takes pride in working there.
His passion is clearly translated in the décor of the place and the attention to details. Everywhere in this hotel is so Instagrammable! The décor brings out joy in the guests.
We love the fact that there were free massage chairs in the lobby. We really needed a massage after days of walking around Japan!
Although the hotel does not serve breakfast, they have a complementary refreshment station. Unlimited free drinks are available and you can bring food and eat in the lobby. We love going to the nearby convenient store to get breakfast and taking it back to the hotel to enjoy, along with our free beverages!
Thank you Mathew for inviting us to Hotel 88! You have created a wonderful hotel and business and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
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