The 9 Best Hotels in Osaka Close to USJ! Family-Friendly Options With Plenty of Perks
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"I want to refresh myself by playing with my parents and children!" In such a case, why don't you go to "Universal Studios Japan (USJ)"? Choosing a hotel is important in order to fully enjoy USJ with children. Right next to "USJ" is a must condition so that you can go to play immediately and rest immediately! In addition, a hotel with a concept room full of characters, facilities and services for children such as a kids' room and a kids' buffet corner will make your trip even more fulfilling♪ Here are some best hotels.
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I want to play with my parents and children and refresh myself! In such a case, why not plan a trip to "USJ"? There are lots of popular characters and attractions that have jumped out from the world of movies and games. From morning to night, it's just not enough. Therefore, choosing a hotel is very important in order to enjoy it to the fullest! Choose the perfect hotel for your family and enjoy USJ to the fullest!
You can rest immediately after playing to your heart's content, or you can go back to the hotel and take a break when your child is tired. A hotel close to USJ is a must-have for families with children. Furthermore, if the hotel has facilities and services that children will love, such as a kids' room and a kids' buffet corner, it will make your trip even more best.
The official hotel "Hotel Universal Port" is about a 4-minute walk to the park. Mischief-loving minions will welcome you ♪ The first "Minion Room" in Japan will unintentionally have a lot of fun with the whole family. You can purchase USJ souvenirs at the Universal Studios Store inside the hotel, and Osaka souvenirs and dinosaur goods at the Rex Shopping Street. A nice point for moms and dads who don't have time to choose souvenirs with their children! Great for kids who love dinosaurs.
In addition to the "Minion Room", we best the "WAKU WAKU Wonder Room" for families with small children. In the room where you need to take off your shoes, there is a low bed, a toy, a microwave oven, a milk formula pot, etc. The bed and living room are separated by a curtain, so that after the child is asleep, the husband and wife do not drink. You can also spend time in There are plenty of rental goods such as bouncers and baby bathtubs, so you can rest assured. I am happy that all rooms have separate bathrooms.
For a breakfast buffet, head to Port Dining Rico Rico, which offers a wide range of Japanese and Western dishes. A restaurant inspired by sailing ships and islands. You can also eat Konamon such as Osaka specialty mixed juice and takoyaki. Not only is it fun to eat, but it's also fun just to look at, so the children won't get bored.
Detailed information
Hotel Universal Port
Osaka / Osaka / Resort hotels
- address
- Osaka Osaka-shi Konohana-ku Sakurajima 1-1-111
- access
- A 3-minute walk from Universal City Station and a short walk to USJ! 12 minutes from JR Osaka Station / 2 minutes by car from Hanshin Expressway Universal City Exit
1 minute walk to the park! This official hotel is located in front of the main gate and is the closest to the park. With this closeness, even if your child gets tired, you can take a break in the room and go out to the park after recovering your physical strength. There are also plenty of photo spots. There is also a universal globe inside the hotel. This is the only hotel where you can take a commemorative photo with the Universal Globe. It makes for a smart trip.
Ride the "Time Machine Elevator", which expresses a different era of America for each floor, to the guest room. More than half of the guest rooms at this hotel have a park view, so you can enjoy the night view of the park even after you return to your room. Deluxe Japanese-style room is best. In addition to baby beds and bed guards, you can also rent out bed-wetting pads, children's toilet seats, and milk formula pots. Amenities for children are also substantial, and it is also a high point that all rooms have a bathroom with a washing space!
For breakfast, go to the buffet dining "Akala". You can see the park from the big window, so the excitement will increase! In the live kitchen, freshly prepared dishes such as omelets and French toast are served by the chef. You can also enjoy dessert fruits and yogurt from the morning. There are plenty of menus that kids will love, so let's charge up with plenty of energy from the morning and prepare for park play ♪
Detailed information
The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan
Osaka / Osaka / Resort hotels
- address
- 6-2-52 Shimaya, Konohana-ku, Osaka Osaka
- access
- About 1 minute walk from Universal City Station
The official hotel "The Singulari Hotel & SkySpa at Universal Studios Japan" is directly connected to JR "Universal City Station". You can leave your luggage at the hotel as soon as you arrive and head to the park lightly. After playing a lot, go to "Sky Spa" which is available for ages 4 and up. If you relax your whole body in a big bath, you can play again with full power the next morning.
Breakfast is buffet style. The restaurant is filled with the scent of freshly ground coffee and the fragrant aroma of bread. It seems that the tension of mom and dad will rise unintentionally. best the croissants and pain au chocolat made with French AOP butter. Moms and dads who usually spend a busy morning, please enjoy a slow and delicious breakfast. It is also a nice point that children under 4 years old are free.
Detailed information
The Singulari Hotel & Skyspa at Universal Studios
Osaka / Osaka / Resort hotels
- address
- Osaka Osaka-shi Konohana-ku Shimaya 6-2-25
- access
- Immediately from the ticket gates of Universal City Station
About a 4-minute walk to the park, the official hotel "Hotel Universal Port Vita" has the atmosphere of a port town. There are many concept rooms that kids will love, and families can't stop being excited from the stage of choosing a room! This is the Harborside Rainbow Room. You can see the beautiful night view outside the window, and it seems that adults will be very excited about their stay.
If you are traveling with a baby, we definitely best the Mokomoko Room. It's nice to be able to sleep with the whole family in the character of the river! Here, even if you change your sleeping place, your baby will be able to sleep soundly with peace of mind because your mom and dad will be next to you. There is a carpet, so you can spend your time barefoot. Papa and mama who are tired from walking around the park can relax and refresh their feet♪ We also have an auxiliary toilet seat for rent, so you can rest assured even during toilet training. The fluffy maisonette room with its own kitchen will make you feel more at home.
For breakfast, enjoy the buffet at "Vita Dining Solis Gratia". The freshly made pizza baked in the stone oven in the center of the store is a must! It's full of power in the morning. In addition, Osaka gourmet such as takoyaki and Naniwa-style dishes, salads with plenty of vegetables, and green and yellow vegetable smoothies are also available. In addition, there is also a kids corner. It's like playing house, and it looks like it's going to be a fun breakfast time for kids too.
Detailed information
Hotel Universal Port Vita
Osaka / Osaka / Resort hotels
- address
- Osaka Osaka-shi Konohana-ku Shimaya 6-1-16
- access
- About 2 minutes on foot from Universal City Station! About 4 minutes walk to the park!
"Hotel Kintetsu Universal City" is in a great location, just a 1-minute walk to the park. Since it is an official hotel, there are benefits such as purchasing park tickets and original gift services. If you shop here, you won't have to stand in line at souvenir shops or walk around the park with heavy luggage. You can play to your heart's content in the park!
The main guest rooms are triple and fourth, which are perfect for families. The "Sesame Street TM Waku Waku Fan Room" is full of Sesame Street friends! Everything you see is a perfect photo spot ♪ Even after you return to your room, the park atmosphere will continue. Amenities for children with cute characters are also provided!
The breakfast buffet at the casual restaurant "Epok" offers a variety of Japanese and Western dishes, as well as desserts. There are also Osaka-style dishes such as takoyaki and quail skewers. Baby chairs and children's tableware are also available, so it's safe to bring small children.
Detailed information
Hotel Kintetsu Universal City
Osaka / Osaka / Resort hotels
- address
- Osaka Osaka-shi Konohana-ku Shimaya 6-2-68
- access
- 2 minutes on foot from JR Universal City Station [12 minutes by direct train from Osaka Station] / About 5 minutes from Universal City Exit on Hanshin Expressway Wangan Line
About 1 minute walk from JR Sakurajima Station. "Liber Hotel at Universal Studios Japan" is located about 13 minutes on foot to the park. It is a big-scale hotel with 760 rooms, the largest among official hotels. The pride of this hotel is the spacious bay terrace overlooking Kaiyukan and Tempozan, and the large public bath with natural onsen pumped from about 1,000 meters underground. There are carbonated baths and saunas that can be expected to beautify the skin, as well as riverside open-air baths. Guests must be 4 years old or older to use the public bath.
There are various types of rooms, but the one that is very popular with children is the character collaboration room. In addition to this "Sesame Street" room, there are also rooms of "Snoopy" and the movie "Jurassic World". The rooms and bathrooms are full of characters, and the excitement never stops! Baby beds, bed guards, bed-wetting pads, and auxiliary toilet seats are available for rent, as well as amenities for children.
For breakfast, please enjoy the buffet at the restaurant "Dining BRICKSIDE" where you can enjoy meal while looking out at the bay area. You can enjoy a variety of Japanese and Western dishes, including freshly baked bread, and a "live menu" where each plate is prepared in front of you. Let's fill your stomach firmly so that you can spend the day in good spirits. There are chairs and tableware for children, and it is OK to bring in baby food.
Official details
Liber Hotel at Universal Studios Japan
Osaka / Osaka / Resort hotels
- hotel fee
- JPY from 7,000
- address
- Osaka Osaka-shi Konohana-ku Sakurajima 1-1-35
- access
- JR Yumesaki Line, about 1 minute walk from Sakurajima Station, about 30 minutes from Shin-Osaka, about 5 minutes from Hanshin Expressway Universal City Exit
- Staying time
- 14:00(IN)〜 11:00(OUT)など
"Oriental Hotel Universal City Universal City" stands in a good location, about 1 minute on foot from JR "Universal City Station" and about 1 minute on foot from the park. There is also a private parking lot, so it is recommended for families with large luggage and those traveling with small children. The privilege of an official hotel, the "Studio Pass" can be picked up smoothly ♪ Even if you are traveling with children, you can use your time effectively without the hassle of arranging tickets.
The next morning after a good night's sleep, have breakfast at a restaurant with an eye-catching green wall with the theme of "inside the forest." The standard menu includes 100% beef patty thick hamburgers, colorful donuts, salads and egg dishes. And what makes me happy is that you can also enjoy Osaka's local dishes such as takoyaki and kushikatsu. There is no doubt that the children's excitement will increase with the lineup unique to travel destinations.
Official details
Oriental Hotel Universal City
Osaka / Osaka, Osaka / City Hotels
- hotel fee
- JPY from 6,804
- address
- Osaka Osaka-shi Konohana-ku Shimaya 6-2-78
- access
- 1 minute walk from JR Universal City Station.
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 11:00(OUT)など
About a 2-minute walk to the park, the official hotel "Hotel Keihan Universal Tower" is in front of JR "Universal City Station". You'll feel like a movie star when you dash down the grand staircase in the lobby! Why don't you leave one as a souvenir? And on the 31st floor, there is a natural onsen "S-PARK" that overlooks the city of Osaka. There is an additional charge, but it can be used from 3 years old and above. After the children are asleep, it's a good idea to take turns going in and relaxing.
All rooms are high-quality and have a calm atmosphere, but don't worry because there are plenty of amenities for kids. It would be nice to enjoy a little luxurious feeling as a trip for Mom or Dad's anniversary. There is also a service that delivers whole cakes to your room, so you can have a party with everyone. It looks like it will be an unforgettable trip♪ There is also a superior room that can accommodate up to 5 people, perfect for families.
The breakfast buffet is one of the great pleasures of staying at a hotel♪ In addition to Japanese and Western dishes, sweets, Osaka's famous takoyaki, and a kids' corner are also available. Teppanyaki steak is especially popular! It's a luxury to be able to eat steak in the morning. Once you've built up your stamina, let's go to the park♪
Detailed information
Hotel Keihan Universal Tower
Osaka / Osaka / Resort hotels
- address
- Osaka Osaka-shi Konohana-ku Shimaya 6-2-45
- access
- A short walk to JR Universal City Station and USJ! About 5 minutes by car from Hanshin Expressway Universal City Exit! About 11 minutes by train to Osaka Station!
"La'gent Hotel Osaka Bay" is about a 4-minute walk from JR "Sakurajima Station" and about a 13-minute walk to the park. It is also conveniently located for “Kaiyukan” and “Dotonbori”. The concept is "flower field" on the 1st floor, "jungle" on the 2nd floor, and "outer space" on the 3rd floor. The corridors of each floor and the doors of each room are also pop designs that follow the theme. Children are full of excitement and excitement even before they enter the room ♪
The interior of the room is also designed according to the concept of "flower field", "jungle" and "outer space". There are simple rooms, but if you are traveling with children, the deluxe type is best. This is "Deluxe 4" on the "Hanabatake" floor. A dreamy room that feels like you've wandered into a fairyland, and can accommodate up to 4 people. The bathroom and toilet are separate, so you can relax in the bath with your child. The deluxe type has rooms for 5 and 6 people, so it's perfect for trips of three generations.
Breakfast is served at the colorful and pop restaurant "ALLY'S". You can enjoy a buffet with about 30 kinds of Japanese and Western dishes. From sausages and french fries that children love, to Osaka's famous kushikatsu and sauce yakisoba, there are plenty! Take what adults and children like on a plate and make it a lively breakfast.
Detailed information
La'gent Hotel Osaka Bay
Osaka / Osaka / Resort hotels
- address
- Osaka Osaka-shi Konohana-ku Sakurajima 1-1-57
- access
- About 10 minutes on foot from JR Universal City Station or about 4 minutes on foot from Sakurajima Station About 15 minutes by train from Kyocera Dome Osaka
This is not right next to "USJ", but it is a child-friendly hotel with good access to various sightseeing spots. It's directly connected to Bentencho Station, so it's a little far from the park, but if you take the free shuttle bus, you'll arrive in about 17 minutes! You can also purchase a “Studio Pass” at the hotel. It takes about 5 minutes by train to "Kaiyukan" and about 20 minutes by car to "Dotonbori" and "Tsutenkaku", so it is best for families who want to enjoy sightseeing in Osaka.
All guest rooms are on the 23rd floor or higher, and you can see the city of Osaka. Bed-sharing is free for children up to elementary school age, so there are also families with very reasonable accommodation fees! The Kids Room is best for families with babies. It has rounded corners, a low twin bed, a crib, a kitchenette and even a microwave. Milk and baby food can be prepared freely 24 hours a day, which is very helpful.
Breakfast at "Sky Buffet 51"! Eating breakfast on the top floor of the hotel, 200 meters above the ground, is an experience that can only be had here. With a rich menu of about 80 Japanese and Western dishes, both adults and children will be full♪ You can also enjoy Naniwa gourmet dishes such as kushikatsu and takoyaki with five different ingredients.
Detailed information
Art Hotel Osaka Bay Tower
Osaka / Osaka / City Hotels
- address
- Osaka 1-2-1 Benten, Minato-ku, Osaka (ORC200)
- access
- Directly connected to Bentencho Station on the JR Osaka Loop Line and Subway Chuo Line.
"Osaka Resort Hotel Lodge Maishima Maishima" is an urban resort boasting a vast site of over 30,000 square meters. In addition to the main building, annex, and log house, there are restaurants, large public baths, a campground, a barbecue area, and a forest garden, so you can enjoy the outdoors with your children. There is a free shuttle bus from JR "Universal City" Station, making it easy to get to the park.
You can choose a room from the main building, the annex, or a log house according to the number of people, your budget, and your preferences. For those traveling with children, log houses where you can spend a private time without worrying about others are popular. There are four types of log houses directly imported from Northern Europe and North America, some with kitchens and some with terraces where you can barbecue, just like villas in the middle of greenery. Also, if you have a baby crawling or sleeping with you, we best the Japanese-style room in the main building.
There is a covered barbecue site with a total of 500 seats on the premises. The "Forest Kids BBQ (BBQ)" set for children of elementary school age and younger comes with meat, sausage, and grilled rice balls. For adults, they prepare a barbecue set with carefully selected ingredients such as thick spare ribs, beef rib roast steak, octopus, and seasonal vegetables, so all you have to do is enjoy it with your family! There is also plenty of support, such as a fire-starting service, so even outdoor beginners can rest assured.
Detailed information
Osaka Resort Hotel Lodge Maishima
Osaka / Osaka / Resort hotels
- address
- Osaka Osaka-shi Konohana-ku Hokko Ryokuchi 2-3-75
- access
- Approximately 15 minutes by car from Universal City Station on the JR Yumesaki Line and shuttle bus to Lodge Maishima / Approximately 15 minutes by Maishima Active Bus from JR Sakurajima Station
"Hotel Seagull Tempozan Osaka" is about a 5-minute walk from "Osakako Station". It is a 2-minute walk to Kaiyukan, a popular spot for families, and a 4-minute walk to Tempozan Marketplace, where Legoland® Discovery Center Osaka is located. It is an associate hotel of "USJ", and the park is about 10 minutes by ferry boarding from "Kaiyukan Nishi Hatoba". It is a hotel full of charm, with "Kaiyukan" right in front of you and rooms where you can enjoy the night view of "Tempozan Ferris Wheel".
All rooms have an ocean view overlooking Osaka Port! There is a family room where you can stay comfortably with your family, and you can choose a room for 3 or 4 people. Children under elementary school age can share a bed with one adult for free. You can also rent a baby bed. There is also a Japanese-style room perfect for staying with a crawling baby, so you can spend time barefoot on the tatami mats♪
Official details
Hotel Seagull Tempozan Osaka
Osaka / Osaka, Osaka / Resort Hotels
- hotel fee
- JPY from 6,650
- address
- Osaka 1-5-15 Kaigan-dori, Minato-ku, Osaka
- access
- 5 minutes on foot from Osakako Station on the Osaka Municipal Subway Chuo Line.
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 10:00(OUT)など
"Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Osaka" is the first resort hotel in Japan to adopt the "Reggio Emilia Approach", one of the early childhood education that draws out the creativity of children. On the 28th floor, the top floor, there is an "atelier" where you can experience infant education, where you can freely play and create with art supplies, clay, sand, light and shadow, etc. is. Located in Osaka Nanko, about 25 minutes by free shuttle bus from JR Osaka Station. You can reach the park in about 20 minutes by car.
At the Atelier, art specialists Atelierista will support children's creative activities. In the project activities with "Atelierista" for children aged 3 to 12, various experiences are prepared, and you can participate if you make a reservation (atelier stay fee only). You may be able to meet the expressions of children that even moms and dads didn't know about, as well as their amazing talents.
You can enjoy drawing and playing in the guest room to your heart's content. This "Atelier Room Deluxe" is a dreamlike room where children can play freely, such as drawing on the walls and climbing the net stretched from the ceiling. At night, you may get tired of playing and sleep soundly. Children's nightwear, toothbrushes, and slippers are also available.
Detailed information
Hoshino Resorts Risonare Osaka
Osaka / Suminoe, Konohana / Resort Hotel
- address
- Osaka 1-13-11 Nankokita, Suminoe-ku, Osaka (Hyatt Regency Osaka)
- access
- Approximately 3 minutes walk from Nakafuto Station on the New Tram Technoport Line. Approximately 25 minutes by free shuttle bus from JR Osaka Station.
"Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay" is an associate hotel that takes about 15 minutes to the park by free shuttle bus. This hotel is located in Osaka Nanko, about 10 minutes by car to Kaiyukan and Legoland Discovery Center Osaka. There are 8 types of guest rooms. This is a "Standard Twin for Family" room where up to 4 family members can relax. You can put two beds together, so you can sleep in the shape of a river!
Amenities for kids include comfortable cotton pajamas, toothbrushes, slippers, and cups. Even if you want to share a bed with your child, if you ask at the time of reservation, they will prepare towels and amenities for children. In addition, there is a baby bed rental (charged), so you can rest assured even if you have a baby with you.
Breakfast is a buffet with about 80 kinds of special dishes. Based on the concept of "recharging your vitality with energy", you can enjoy hearty meat dishes, 9 types of omelettes to choose from, and sweets made by the patissier. Free for children under 4 years old. The restaurant also has high chairs for children. Eat plenty for an energetic morning!
Official details
Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay
Osaka / Osaka, Osaka / City Hotels
- hotel fee
- JPY from 4,050
- address
- Osaka Osaka-shi Suminoe-ku Nankokita 1-13-65
- access
- About 4 minutes on foot from Osaka Metro Port Town Line "Nakafuto" station or about 7 minutes on foot from "Trade Center Mae" station
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 11:00(OUT)など
Even if you want to go to USJ, there are many things to worry about, such as transportation, meal, and taking care of your children. If you choose a hotel that suits your family style, that anxiety will be alleviated. Want to make the most of your time and have fun, enjoy the park with your baby, or take souvenirs and commemorative photos to make a lot of memories. Stay at the perfect hotel for your family and enjoy USJ to the fullest!