Hotel New Otani OsakavsShin-Osaka Youth Hostel
Both hotels are endorsed by expert writers. Overall, Hotel New Otani Osaka scores significantly better than Shin-Osaka Youth hostel. Hotel New Otani Osaka comes in at #5 in Osaka with approval from 4 reviewers such as oyster.com, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Hotel New Otani Osaka
 Lonely Planet
 Fodor's
 Oyster
 Michelin Guide
1-4-1 Chuo-ku Shiromi, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture 540-8578
From $131/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 
 "The sprawling hotel has one of the best hotel locations in all of Osaka." Full review
 "Indoor and outdoor pools, a rooftop garden, tennis courts, and a sparkling marble atrium make this hotel a popular choice for both Japanese and Western travelers." Full review
Upscale
 "The four-pearl Hotel New Otani Osaka is a massive multi-story hotel with 525 guest rooms located in a business district, a short walk from Osaka Castle (which is visible from some rooms)." Full review
 "The hotel is a 30-minute taxi ride from Osaka International Airport and Shin-Osaka Station, and there is a shuttle bus from Kansai International Airport." Full review
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Try to get a room equipped with ‘bedroom environment systems’ for business travellers as they have massage chairs.
Shin-Osaka Youth Hostel
 Lonely Planet
1-13-13 Higashi Nakajima, Higashi Yodogawa-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture 533-0033
From $28/night
- Hot Tub
 - Laundy Room
 - Kitchenette
 - Meeting Rooms
 - Air Conditioning
 - Baggage storage
 
 "Five minutes southeast of Shin-Osaka Station, this efficiently run hostel sits on the top floors of a contemporary, 10-storey tower with great views across the city." Full review