Overall, I enjoyed my stay. While the rooms are compact, typical for APA hotels, the layout is impressively efficient and maximises every centimetre of space. One of the highlights was the hotel’s sauna, which provided a relaxing way to unwind after a day of sightseeing.
The location is excellent: Osaka Castle is within walking distance, and there is a combini and a metro station right next to the hotel, making it very convenient for getting around the city.
However, it’s worth noting that the hotel’s approach to amenities is not eco-friendly. Every day, new towels, yukatas, and a multitude of single-use toiletries are provided, each individually wrapped in plastic and placed inside multiple plastic bags. If you care about sustainability, this practice is hard to overlook.
Another downside is the early checkout time: 10:00 AM, which feels VERY rushed. There is an option for a late checkout (until 11:00 AM), but this is only available to members of their loyalty program, which appears to be limited to Japanese residents…