An apartment-style hotel for families & groups of 4 people or more
Q1. What is this travel log about?
This travel log introduces what it’s like staying at MIMARU Osaka Shinsaibashi West, an apartment-style hotel in Osaka, focusing on space, comfort, and spending time together.
Q2. For whom is this accommodation suitable?
Families and friend groups with 4 people or more — especially for those who want to stay together instead of splitting into multiple small rooms, which is common in typical Japanese business hotels.
Q3. What’s the biggest highlight?
Spacious rooms designed for groups of more than 4 people, with an apartment-hotel concept that makes it easy to gather, relax together, and plan your day—something rare in central Osaka.
Q4. What room options are available for bigger groups?
・Family Apartment for up to 4 guests
・Connecting Japanese Apartment for up to 9 guests
・One-bedroom Japanese Apartment (with tatami) for up to 5 people
・Premium One-bedroom Japanese Apartment for up to 7 guests
Q5. What room type should we book for 7-9 people?
For 7 people: Premium One-bedroom Japanese Apartment
For 9 people: Connecting Japanese Apartment for 9
Q6. What in-room features are especially useful for groups?
Each room includes a small kitchen equipped with microwave, cutlery, and cookware, along with a separate toilet and bathroom, making it much easier and more comfortable when traveling with a larger group.
Q7. Is it convenient for longer stays?
Yes. There is a coin laundry which already includes free detergent, making it practical for families and long-stay travelers.
Q8. Anything in the lobby?
1.Several fun games that you can borrow and bring to your room.
2.Some cultural activities that you can experience for free. (Japanese Tying-knot, Origami, Isekatagami)
3.Tea amenities.
4.Water dispenser (inside the laundry room)
Q9. Where is it located?
1 Chome-24-1 Shinmachi, Nishi Ward, Osaka 550-0013, Japan.
Google Maps: Search for “MIMARU Osaka Shinsaibashi West”
Q10. Nearest station and walking time?
1.Yotsubashi Station, approx. 4-minutes walk (From the Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line)
2.Shinsaibashi Station, approx. 7-minutes walk (From the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line)
Q11. Check-in / check-out times?
Check-in from 3:00 pm.
Check-out until 11:00 am.
Q12. Quick room guide by group size
・4 people: Family Apartment
・5 people: One-bedroom Japanese Apartment for 5
・6-7 people: Premium One-bedroom Japanese Apartment
・8-9 people: Connecting Japanese Apartment for 9
Q13. What makes this different from regular business hotels in Osaka?
Unlike typical Japanese business hotels with small rooms, MIMARU Osaka Shinsaibashi West is designed specifically for families and groups, offering much larger rooms, multiple beds, and an apartment-style layout, that is also equipped with kitchen.
Q14. Is this good for families with kids?
Yes. The large rooms, tatami options, and in-room kitchen make it convenient for families traveling with children, especially those who need more space and flexible meal options.
Q15. What area is it in, and what’s nearby?
MIMARU Osaka Shinsaibashi West is located in Shinmachi, a quieter area west of Shinsaibashi, with easy access to restaurants, convenience stores, supermarkets, and shopping areas like Shinsaibashi-suji and Namba.
Q16. How far is it from Namba or Shinsaibashi?
Shinsaibashi and Namba are both within walking distance or a short train ride, making it easy to explore central Osaka while staying in a calmer neighborhood.
Official site
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https://mimaruhotels.com/en/hotel/shinsaibashi-west/