I was a little disappointed with this hotel. Having stayed in other hotels in Japan, we knew the room would be small but this one was really small. If you are over 6ft tall, you might have difficulty closing the bathroom door whilst on the toilet! lol

Location is ideal if wanting to explore Dotonbori. It's only about an 8min walk away. The breakfast was great. Lots to choose from. Western cuisine as well as Japanese style breakfast. The roof top pool was lovely, as it was extremely hot when we were there. However you have to book it and can only stay 1hr. Fee is charged. Worth it for the view.

Stayed in September 2025

The pillows haha small details but was a bit uncomfortable

Location was perfect, facilities and the whole place was great. I bit problematic with so many people and the elevators in pick hours.

Stayed in September 2025

always long lines at the elevators or luggages storage, so crowded, super small rooms

for this price the location was good, rooms were clean

Stayed in September 2025

Standard, good quality stay at APA There's also baths/spa in this one

Stayed in August 2025

At certain times of the day, the elevators are extremely busy, and there is a queue to go upstairs. The rooms are extremely tiny. When you've got a big suitcase it is hard to even get into the room.

The hotel seems very new. It is very clean. From the higher floors you get an amazing view of Osaka. The bed is very comfortable. There is a free water dispenser on every floor as well.

Stayed in August 2025

Maybe only the lack of "staff" interaction, but that is the design! Also the hotel "interior" is actually outside, so prepare to be hot (or cold) upon exiting your room!

APA standard with an excellent onsen! Great sauna and a variety of baths to choose from. Didn't try the restaurant, but having the 711 right there beside the onsen was a plus! Room was functional for its size. Had a small window on the 29th floor; crazy view! Self-check seemed to give some people issues, but I had no problem.

Stayed in August 2025

Everything was good - the only thing that worked less well was the queue to store luggage following check out. That said, it was organised and efficient and I'm not sure what else they could do given the number of people wanting to store items.

The hotel is about 10 minutes walk from Dotonburi, so really handy and close to restaurants and bars. Our room, though small by UK standards was bigger than the one we had in Tokyo and comfortable. The hotel has a gym, laundry and 7-Eleven, so really well equipped. We ate in the bar one evening and the food was good and not too overpriced for a hotel restaurant.

Stayed in August 2025

When I checked in, there were some problems with machine but the staff could not discuss with me in English, she did not understand, I must ask my Japanese friend talk to her and we spent an hour to solve this case.

Great location, onsen is clean and large. Room is okie.

Stayed in July 2025

Slow lifts at busy times. Pretty compact rooms but everything you need.

Great location. Lots of good restaurants and walking distance to Dotonbori.

Stayed in August 2025

We stayed in a few APA hotels during our trip and the rooms are always very similar to each other. This hotel, however, has different bed mattresses from other APA hotels, and they are softer and in my opinion less comfortable. The hotel has 40 floors and there can be queues to the lifts. During the peak hour before the checkout the waiting time can be up to 15 min. The same applies to the queue if you want to leave your luggage for storage. Finally, although it's clearly stated in the description of the hotel, please note that you have to pay extra for the rooftop swiming pool. The one included in the price is indoors on the 4th floor.

Great location next to Namba Station. Fantastic views of Osaka skyline from the rooms on the higher floors. As clean and well organised as other APA hotels. Efficient automatic checkin booths. I didn't buy the breakfast so I can't review it.

Stayed in August 2025

The access to the pool on the roof is actually paid and very expensive, as is the parking, which was listed as included but was charged to us. The various access points are very slow: we waited for the elevator between 10 and 15mn each time, and 25 min to park and to remove our car from the parking: something to keep in mind when you are in a hurry!

Stayed in August 2025

Advertises pool which we were excited about as a family - however, once we arrived with our togs we were told it 2,000yen for 1 hr and has to be reserved. Ie - Aud $20 bucks each for 1 hr. Family was super disappointed

Everything! Check in process, luggage storage, connecting twin rooms, 7-Eleven, laundry, location.

Stayed in August 2025

Elevator takes so long, give yourself 10min to get in & out of your floor. Pack clothes in packing cubes so you can take them out as no room to open luggage.

Property has everything you need except for space, if you can live in a caravan then you’ll be fine. Coin laundry & clothes compactor are convenient.

Stayed in August 2025

The door of emergency exit seems locked and no notice of how to open it which is confusing.

We stayed in a connect room which is convenient when traveling with family. APA provides everything you need when traveling, the public spa, the laundry. Late check out and early check in with a 2000yen per hour is very convenient for us.

Stayed in July 2025

Robot check in, although easy to manage, hope we don’t get it in Europe. Have to pay for the pool and can only stay for 1h. Small rooms

Good location, very polite and helpful staff

Stayed in August 2025

Uncomfortable bed

Good location near the station

Stayed in July 2025

Small room

Nice location, good bath!

Stayed in August 2025

Great public bath on the 4th floor.

Stayed in July 2025

Pool is not included in the price

Great facilities for APA, very cold bath, 7-Eleven inside the building

Stayed in August 2025

Too big and too busy. Had to wait long periods for elevators

Location

Stayed in August 2025

Pool is timed and there’s an extra charge

Accessibility and amenities

Stayed in August 2025

Having to pay almost $25 per hour for pool on top of hotel rate is ridiculous- this is a bit much since pool is tiny and crowded. Also had to go to reception to get band to get into pool like a theme park!! Bathroom is very very small.

Nice hotel- close proximity to entertainment along river and train stations. Breakfast was good. Good 7 eleven on site

Stayed in August 2025

Nice bath, sometimes a bit too crowded

Stayed in August 2025

Disappointing to be expected to pay to use a pool in a hotel. Especially with the horrendous heat of early July!!!

As always- our stay at any APA Hotel was fantastic. The room was compact as expected but clean and comfortable. Location was fantastic.

Stayed in July 2025