Hotel Wako, Osaka ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Nishinari-Ku Haginochaya 2-2-16, Osaka, Japan, 557-0004

Hotel Wako is situated in the heart of Osaka's vibrant entertainment district. This hotel features simple Japanese-style accommodations, emphasizing comfort and ease for travelers. Its prime location allows guests easy access to popular attractions like Tsutenkaku Tower and Tennoji Park. With an array of amenities designed for convenience, it offers a welcoming atmosphere for both relaxation and exploration.

Location

The hotel is conveniently located just a short walk from multiple metro and train stations, including Haginochaya and Dobutsu-koen-mae. This accessibility enables guests to explore Osaka easily, with popular attractions like Spa World and Shinsekai within a 15-minute walk. Additionally, it's a 35-minute train journey to Universal Studios Japan, making it ideal for day excursions.

Rooms

Wako Hotel offers 126 air-conditioned rooms designed with simplicity in mind, featuring tatami flooring and traditional futon bedding. Each room includes a refrigerator and cable TV, ensuring guests have basic comforts during their stay. Bathrooms are shared and equipped with bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Linens are changed only for guests staying longer than one week, reflecting the hotel's minimalist approach.

Eat & Drink

Guests can prepare meals in the communal kitchen, promoting a home-like atmosphere. Additionally, the hotel features a bar/lounge where guests can enjoy their favorite drinks. Dining options nearby include a variety of local eateries, providing an opportunity to experience Osaka's culinary delights.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Wako provides various recreational opportunities for guests. Amenities include a public bath, laundry facilities, and a coin launderette for convenience. Business travelers will find essential services such as complimentary wired Internet access, a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Japanese-Style Single Room

Max:

1 person

6 m²

Heating

Air conditioning

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Single Room Smoking

Max:

2 persons

5 m²

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1 Single bed

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Japanese-Style Single Room Smoking

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5 m²

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Osaka 2.8 km

Airports

Itami (ITM) 22.2 km

Kobe (UKB) 40.5 km

Train

Shin-Imamiya Station500 m

Tennoji Station 1.2 km

Underground

Dobutsuen-mae500 m

Hanazonocho600 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy Comfort

“The room was perfectly functional with ample space for my luggage, a comfy sleeping area with a traditional Japanese mattress, and plenty of natural light from the large window.” view full review

Relaxing Sento

“The small sento available on-site was a lovely touch, providing a serene place to unwind after a long day exploring, even if the hours were somewhat limited.” view full review

Handy Mini Fridge

“The personal fridge was a great addition to the room, allowing me to keep snacks and drinks cool during my stay, making it feel more like home.” view full review

Entertainment Ready

“Having a television in the room was a nice perk, providing entertainment options to wind down after a full day of sightseeing, despite not using it much myself.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines

Services

Laundry

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace

Location

Nishinari-Ku Haginochaya 2-2-16, Osaka, Japan, 557-0004

Map view

Nishinari-Ku Haginochaya 2-2-16, Osaka, Japan, 557-0004

City landmarks

2 Chome-2-２２ Shinsaibashisuji

Shinsaibashi shopping

2.8 km

1 Chome-9 Dotonbori

Dotonbori

2.5 km

1-18-6 Ebisuhigashi Naniwaku

Tsutenkaku

1.3 km

Theme Park

Universal Studios Japan

6.7 km

Bridge

Nipponbashi

2.6 km

Event hall

Osaka Castle

5.1 km

Zoo

Osaka Tennoji Zoo

1.3 km

Shopping Area

Namba Parks

1.8 km

Mall

Harukas

1.3 km

Museum

Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts

1.3 km

Pagoda

Shitennoji Koshindo Temple

2.2 km

5-５５ Chausuyamacho

Tennoji Park

1.3 km

Ebisuhigashi

Shinsekai

1.3 km

Market

Kuromon Market

2.2 km

Pagoda

Isshin-ji

1.3 km

Spa Centre

SpaWorld

1.3 km

Aquarium

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

6.7 km

1-11-18 Shitennoji

Shitenno-ji Temple Homotsukan

2.2 km

1-8 Usuyamacho

Horikoshi Shrine

1.3 km

1-1-43 Abenosuji Abeno Harukas

Harukas 300 Observation Deck

1.3 km

Pagoda

Hozenji Temple

2.4 km

Garden

Keitakuen Garden

1.3 km

Zoo

Tennoji Zoo

1.3 km

P-Roots Pachinko Parlor

680 m

2-9-19 Motomachi Naniwa-ku

Namba Yasaka Shrine

1.8 km

1Chausuyamacho

Kuroda Han Historical Gate

1.3 km

Tsurumibashi Shopping Street

1.7 km

Ajit of Scrap Osaka Nazobil Escape Room

2.1 km

Momogura

2.1 km

Nearby

Haginochaya Shopping Street

590 m

Restaurants

Yakumido

80 m

2-2-10 Haginochaya

Okonomiyaki Chitose

470 m

1-11-10 Taishi

Sukiyaki Nabemono Nabeya

200 m

2-6-5 Tengachayakita

Asian Kitchen Lotus

390 m

2-3-5 Taishi

Miyamoto Munashi

360 m

1-4-2 Taishi

Traveler's Bar Osaka Tacos

490 m

1-3-24 Taishi

Gonbei

430 m

1-1-12 Haginochaya

Causerietaishi

590 m

1-2-28 Taishi Nishinari-Ku

Atchichi Honpo Nishinari

670 m

3-7 Sanno

Daikosushi

760 m

3-2-18 Ebisuhigashi Naniwa-ku

Gyoza no Osho

890 m

3-5-16 Ebisu Higashi

Shinsekai Kankan

890 m

3-5-16 Ebisuhigashi

Shinsekai Su

850 m

2-5-17 Ebisuhigashi

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.4

Service

7.8

Dining

5.2

Moses

United States, January 2025

7.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The location is super convenient, making it easy to get around. The rooms were clean, and the amenities were modern and comfortable. However, the dining options could use more variety, and I found it a bit noisy at times. Overall, I felt it was a great value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and modern, offering a comfortable space to relax.

Service

9.0

The staff were efficient and helpful, which enhanced my experience greatly.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located near public transportation, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited, and I felt they could offer more variety, especially for breakfast.

Facilities

8.0

The amenities, including the pool, were well-kept and added to the enjoyable experience.

Lauren

United States, October 2024

6.8/10

I had a really good time at this hotel. The rooms were clean and the beds were quite comfortable, making my stay enjoyable. The location was decent, with easy access to the subway, but the dining options could use some improvement, particularly at breakfast. Overall, I felt that it was good value for money, though it’s not perfect.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and offered a comfortable stay, although they could use some updates.

Service

8.0

The service was prompt and courteous, adding to the overall experience.

Location

8.0

The hotel was conveniently located near the subway, which made getting around pretty easy.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were rather limited, which was a bit of a letdown.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were adequate but not particularly impressive.

Timothy

United States, September 2024

7.4/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel. The room was spacious and had a nice modern vibe, which I really appreciated. The location was decent, with easy access to public transport, though it felt slightly off the beaten path. The dining options were quite limited, but I enjoyed what I had. Overall, it offered good value for money, but having to pay extra for parking was a bit of a letdown.

Rooms

9.0

The room was spacious and modern, making my stay very comfortable.

Service

8.0

The staff was accommodating and helpful during my stay.

Location

7.0

The location was decent, with good access to public transport, though it felt a bit strange.

Dining

6.0

Dining choices were limited, but the available food was tasty.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, though I expected a bit more variety.

Brian

United States, August 2024

7.2/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel, enjoying the clean and well-kept rooms. The location is very convenient as it's close to the train station, making it easy to explore the area. The service was helpful, although it could have been a bit quicker. The dining options, especially breakfast, were quite limited, which was a letdown. Overall, the experience was pleasant, but there are areas that could be improved.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and well-kept, providing a comfortable place to relax after a long day.

Service

7.0

The service was generally helpful, but at times it felt like the staff could have been a bit quicker.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the train station, which made travel easy.

Dining

5.0

I found the dining options to be quite limited, especially at breakfast, which was a bit disappointing.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but nothing stood out as exceptional during my stay.

Matthew

United States, August 2024

7.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, with clean and comfortable rooms providing a cozy atmosphere. The location is convenient, being close to the train station, which made traveling around easy. However, the dining options left a bit to be desired, and the facilities could use some upgrades. Overall, I think it's a decent place for the price I paid, though not without its flaws.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and quite comfortable, making for a restful stay.

Service

7.0

Service was alright; not overly attentive, but they did what was necessary.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the train station, which was great for getting around.

Dining

5.0

Dining was disappointing, especially since the breakfast selection was quite limited.