Gay Osaka Hotels

Travel to Osaka with Peace of Mind at Asia’s first IGLTA (International LGBT Travel Association) accredited hotel, located right in the heart of Namba. 

Towering above Nankai’s Namba Station, the LGBTQ+ friendly hotel provides direct access to and from Kansai International Airport and walking distance to subway and major train lines, for convenient sightseeing to Kyoto, Kobe, Nara and UNESCO World Heritage Site Mt. Koya. 

A short walk away from the hotel is a dynamic lineup of LGBTQ+ friendly nightlife, along with must-visit Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi Shopping 
Street and Kuromon Market.  

The hotel offers 546 rooms and suites with six restaurants, two bars and café, plus an entire floor dedicated to health and wellness with gym, spa, 3-lane indoor pool, Japanese sauna and bath. Guests staying at Executive Rooms and selected Suite rooms enjoy access to the Swiss Executive Lounge, offering all-day refreshments and evening cocktails.

A dedicated floor for Weddings is housed on the 9th floor, complete with two western chapels and Japanese Kofukuden, photo studio, beauty salon, Bridal kimono and dress boutique, open to LGBTQ+ weddings.

The affordable Osaka Tokyu REI Hotel is in excellent location, close to the Doyama gay scene and a 10-minute walk from JR Osaka and Umeda stations.

Guest rooms feature air conditioning, flat screen TV, free WiFi. You can enjoy breakfast buffet at the onsite Little Monster Café. As with most hotels in Japan, rooms are small, but you get your money's worth.

Luxury hotel in central Kita. The Hilton Osaka is located just a short walk to the Osaka train station with easy connections to other parts of the city and gay nightlife.

Great facilities include a gym, spa, restaurant and free breakfast. Guest rooms enjoy a nice blend of Western luxury with a Japanese comforts.

A popular luxury hotel in Osaka on Travel Gay.

A popular hotel in Osaka on Travel Gay Asia. The great-value New Hankyu is located in the heart of the city and is linked to the Umeda Station - great for shopping and exploring the gay scene.

GEOFRONT bar and Hokuoukan sauna are within 15 minutes' walk, as is the fashionable Hankyu Department Store and many restaurants.

Guest rooms have free WiFi, en suite bathrooms and flat screen TV. Dining options and massage service available.

Great-value IL Monte is in the heart of Osaka, a 5-minute walk from the Umeda train station and close to Grand Slam gay bar, Hokuoukan gay sauna and other gay venues in Doyama.

The hotel was designed by renowned Italian architect, Aldo Rossi. All guest rooms are comfortable and feature 20" flat screen TV, air conditioning, work desk and free WiFi.

Friendly, helpful staff and great rates make IL Monte the most popular Osaka hotel on Travel Gay.

Located next to Umeda Station, Hotel New Hankyu Annex is surrounded by major department stores (NU, EST, HEP Five, etc.) and many restaurants.

Hokuoukan gay sauna and Grand Slam bar are both within walking distance.

Guest rooms have air conditioning, free WiFi, LCD TV, en suite bathrooms. This value-for-money hotel has a 24-hour front desk and offers laundry service. The in-house restaurant serves a selection of food and drinks.

We like the Granvia Osaka hotel for many reasons. This modern high-rise hotel is located directly above JR Osaka train station, with its a huge range of dining and shopping options.

Guest rooms are spacious, comfortable and tastefully furnished, with excellent views of the city and include a satellite TV, minibar, fridge and free WiFi.

The Granvia’s convenient location and easy transport links make it an excellent choice for any visitor. The gay nightlife in Doyama area is within walking distance away.

Kinki is a simple budget hotel in great location for the local gay  nightlife - close to Hokuoukan sauna and about 10 minutes' walk to train stations and gay bars in Doyama district.

Both Western and Japanese-styled rooms are available. Free WiFi. No restaurant, but a convenience shop is next door, and many restaurant choices. Vending machines and laundromats area available.

The value-for-money Dormy Inn Umeda Higashi is located near Osaka's best shopping areas, the lively Dotonbori and Minami-Morimachi station which makes it easy to get around the city.

Guests rooms are comfortable, modern and air-conditioned, each featuring a private bathroom, flat screen TV with movie on demand, free WiFi, fridge.

The hotel is known for great breakfast. Onsite, there's a public bath & sauna, restaurant and a coin-operated laundromat. Free shuttle service to JR Osaka Station is provided.

Cross Hotel offers very good-value rooms, conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from the lively Dotonbori. The JR Namba train station offers easy connections to the Doyama/Umeda gay district.

Guest rooms are modern and stylishly decorated, each with free WiFi, air conditioning, flat screen TV, fridge and air purifier. The hotel has its own restaurant, café and bar. Massage service available.

The traditional Japanese-styled Hotel Ichiei offers individually designed rooms. Large guest rooms feature tatami floors, Japanese futon, Yukata robe, free WiFi, flat screen TV and DVD player.

The hotel is directly linked to Namba subway station (Exit 6). A direct bus to the airport stops right outside hotel. The Dotonbori shopping street is a few minutes’ walk away.

The onsite Hotaru restaurant serves tasty Japanese food, but you can enjoy your meal in your own room. Great value for money and a popular choice on Travel Gay.

Gay shoppers will love the New Osaka Shinsaibashi. This good-value hotel is a short walk from the best shops in town. The nearby train station (3-minute walk) makes it easy to getting around Osaka and exploring the gay scene.

Guest rooms have private bathroom, air conditioning, TV, fridge, free WiFi. The hotel has its own restaurant and bar. Daily breakfast buffet is served at Adustam. In-room massage service available.

The Eco Cube Shinsaibashi offers affordable sleeping capsules in good location, just a 5-minute walk from the JR Shinsaibashi and Namba stations and 10 minutes to the gay bars in Doyama.

All air-conditioned compartments have an alarm clock and privacy blind. Bathrooms are shared, and luggages can be stored in lockers at an extra charge. Free WiFi in all areas.

There are vending machines and common area for guests. A popular budget choice.

The APA Osaka offers great-value accommodation in very convenient location, with direct link to the Higobashi Station where you can connect to Umeda and the Doyama gay scene by train within 15 minutes.

Each modern, en suite room features an LCD TV, fridge, air purifier, free WiFi. APA has an onsite hot spring bath and two restaurants, serving Japanese and Western food. Vending machines are provided.

Nearby attractions include Osaka Castle and Dotonbori shopping street - both are 10 minutes' train ride away. Many dining options are nearby.

The Brighton City hotel offers rooms that are slightly bigger than the average Japanese standards. Each room features an LCD TV, air purifier, fridge, electric kettle, rain shower, fast free WiFi. Non-smoking floors and massage service available. There is an onsite café & restaurant.

The hotel is less than 5 minutes' walk from Kitahama subway station. The Osaka Castle is a 10-minute drive away, and the gay scene in Doyama can be reached within 15 minutes.

This European-styled hotel delivers good quality in service and value for money. Guest rooms are decent-sized and feature satellite TV, free WiFi. The bathrooms are a bit larger than the norm and offer nice amenities.

Arietta Hotel is located in Osaka's business district, close to Honmachi subway station. Take the Midosuji line to Hommachi station (Exit 1). Turn left, pass the ‘Mini Stop’ convenience store, and you'll see a 14-storey red brick building on the right, about a block and a half down.