Hotel It Osaka Shinmachi

Hotel IT is a hidden gem in Osaka. Offering an affordable price, it provides a delightful experience with a stunning lobby and a cozy cafe. The rooms are remarkably spacious compared to those in Tokyo. Conveniently located near a large supermarket, the hotel allows you to immerse yourself in the local atmosphere, waking up to the sight of children in cute uniforms heading to school, and locals going about their daily routines. It truly feels like living there, rather than just visiting. It's undoubtedly the best place to stay during my Japan trip.

The staff was friendly and helpful. They help hold the luggage on the day of checking in or out. They also help you arrange for luggage shipment to next destination. Overall, the room wasn't that big, but kind of expected. Three beds were clutch and the bidet offered more options than most (if you care for that). Even if you ask them not to clean the room, they still provide bags full of necessities like towels, coffee and tea, and water each day. Location is pretty convenient to the train station and there is a Lawson nearby. Laundry machines already have detergent! You have to scan your card to access the hotel rooms so it felt a little safer.

Location: in a quiet and nice neighborhood. Very close to subway station and good choices of restaurants, izakaya, shops, parks within walking distance (max ~20 mins) Decoration: decos are with comfortable minimalism that makes you feel calm and peaceful. Facility: rooms and bathrooms are very clean and morden. Lobby with restaurant-bar and a balcony that you can chill easily. Eco-friendly: limited plastic use and voluntary cleaning policy (they provide minimum daily cleaning by default) - High five to the effort to save the planet together!

The room was spacious for Japan hotels and comfortable, all the amenities you'd need and the ability to open a window (with a nice view overlooking the city). Washing and drying machines were easy to use and quicker cycles than other facilities we'd had access to. Friendly and generous staff and great to have the cafe/bar right downstairs we could use as a common area! So good having the grocer next door and easy access to nearby subway stations.

Breakfast was very good! There was a good quality supermarket in the same building. Cleaning was very good too. We