Title: 2minute walk from Osakako Station close to Universal Studios Japan and Kaiyukan Triple room priva / Osaka Ōsaka Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # 2minute walk from Osakako Station close to Universal Studios Japan and Kaiyukan Triple room priva / Osaka Ōsaka Hotel in Osaka, 4-minute walk to Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114170000/114165300/114165234/3b149348.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114170000/114165300/114165234/dbe23f4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114170000/114165300/114165234/b791cab4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114170000/114165300/114165234/7ae0477f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114170000/114165300/114165234/097f863d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan and Universal Studios Japan, 2minute walk from Osakako Station close to Universal Studios Japan and Kaiyukan Triple room priva / Osaka Ōsaka provides amenities such as laundry facilities. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOsaka-Hotels-Triple-Room-With-Private-Bathroom-211-Osaka-Osaka.h114165234.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOsaka-Hotels-Triple-Room-With-Private-Bathroom-211-Osaka-Osaka.h114165234.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.65356%2C135.43178&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BtLJtPYVJULrRHm9492rD1-Xfk4=) Osaka, Ōsaka #### What's nearby - Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Legoland Discovery Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Mount Tempozan - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Universal Studios Japan - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles #### Getting around - Osakako Station - 3 min walk - Kujo Station - 6 min drive - Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kuma Kafe - ‬4 min walk - ‪丹頂 - ‬3 min walk - ‪かどや - ‬2 min walk - ‪とんこつラーメン 春一番 - ‬3 min walk - ‪麺めん亭 - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### 2minute walk from Osakako Station close to Universal Studios Japan and Kaiyukan Triple room priva / Osaka Ōsaka Hotel near Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan Close to Universal Studios Japan, 2minute walk from Osakako Station close to Universal Studios Japan and Kaiyukan Triple room priva / Osaka Ōsaka provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - A lift and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at 2minute walk from Osakako Station close to Universal Studios Japan and Kaiyukan Triple room priva / Osaka Ōsaka offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with hairdryers - Fridges, microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18080000/18071100/18071050/552f4746.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay Suminoe - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews £29 3 Dec - 4 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=18071050&PinnedHotelID=18071050&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40300000/40291600/40291565/56036a07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Livemax BUDGET Namba Naniwa - 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TV ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Dryer - Heating - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as 1153480 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2minute walk from Osakako Station close to Universal Studios Japan and Kaiyukan Triple room priva / Osaka Ōsaka pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at 2minute walk from Osakako Station close to Universal Studios Japan and Kaiyukan Triple room priva / Osaka Ōsaka? > As of 19 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2minute walk from Osakako Station close to Universal Studios Japan and Kaiyukan Triple room priva / Osaka Ōsaka on 3 Dec 2025 start from £47.65, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Hotels-Triple-Room-With-Private-Bathroom-211-Osaka-Osaka.h114165234.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at 2minute walk from Osakako Station close to Universal Studios Japan and Kaiyukan Triple room priva / Osaka Ōsaka? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 2minute walk from Osakako Station close to Universal Studios Japan and Kaiyukan Triple room priva / Osaka Ōsaka? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 2minute walk from Osakako Station close to Universal Studios Japan and Kaiyukan Triple room priva / Osaka Ōsaka located? > Located in Minato, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan. Kyocera Dome Osaka is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away. Osakako Station is only a 3-minute walk and Asashiobashi Station is 21 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question