Hotel the Lutheran

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Osaka Castle Park

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Hotel the Lutheran's elegant entrance welcomes guests with a beautifully designed facade and inviting steps.
Enjoy a warm welcome at Pasta & Cafe OLIVE, where a long counter offers a coffee machine and kettle, perfect for a hot beverage.
Welcome to our lobby, featuring a long reception desk and comfortable seating area.
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and desk area.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a polished wooden floor, a comfortable chair, and a large mirror above the reception desk.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
3-1-6 Tanimachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu, 540-0012
  • Osaka Castle
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Osaka-jō Hall
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Dotonbori
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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Room options

Economy Double Room, Non Smoking (Maximum 2 Adults)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Single Room, Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Comfort Double Room, Non Smoking

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Triple Room, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Twin Room, Smoking (Maximum 2 Adults)

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Economy Double Room, Smoking (Maximum 2 Adults)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Single Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (Maximum 2 Adults)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Osaka

Located in Chuo within a 5-minute walk of Osaka Castle Park, Hotel the Lutheran is within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Osaka Castle. This 180-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

What's nearby

  • Osaka Castle Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Osaka Castle - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Osaka-jō Hall - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Dotonbori - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Kuromon Ichiba Market - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tanimachi 4-chome Station - 3 min walk
  • Tenmabashi Station - 10 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪マクドナルド - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪すき家 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪テング酒場谷町四丁目店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪カフェ ベローチェ 谷町二丁目店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪mouton valcitta - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel the Lutheran

Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Osaka Castle Park
Hotel the Lutheran features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is available for JPY 1500 per night. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a banquet hall and a vending machine.
Guests can expect 26-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, slippers, and toilets with an electronic bidet. Other amenities include refrigerators, safes, and desks.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (JPY 1,500 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 for adults and JPY 825 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Olive

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-300 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. The tax does not apply to nightly rates under JPY 7,000. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1650 for adults and JPY 825 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: JPY 1500 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Lutheran
Hotel Lutheran Osaka
Lutheran Hotel
Lutheran Osaka
Lutheran Hotel Osaka
Hotel the Lutheran Hotel
Hotel the Lutheran Osaka
Hotel the Lutheran Hotel Osaka

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel the Lutheran?

Hotel the Lutheran provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel the Lutheran?

As of Jul 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel the Lutheran on Jul 21, 2025 start from $61.37, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Hotel the Lutheran?

This hotel is situated in Chuo within a short 18-minute walk of Osaka Castle and also 5 minutes on foot from Osaka Castle Park. You'll also find Dotonbori and Nipponbashi within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel the Lutheran?

Yes, covered parking is offered for JPY 1,500 per night. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel the Lutheran feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel the Lutheran doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel the Lutheran?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel the Lutheran a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include in-room massages, free Internet access, and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel the Lutheran?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel the Lutheran have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel the Lutheran serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at Restaurant Olive.

Does Hotel the Lutheran allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel the Lutheran.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel the Lutheran?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Hotel the Lutheran?

The closest major airport to Hotel the Lutheran is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 10.9 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kobe Airport (UKB), which is located 24.9 mi away (27-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel the Lutheran?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel the Lutheran.

Hotel the Lutheran Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 483 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 424 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has bigger rooms and more luxury
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this property is a gem. very well located with close proximity of the subway and restaurants. Very quiet excellent service. the breakfast is included but needs more options for westerners. I would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve, Monroe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

MUNG SZE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kumaree, Taigum

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to the train station. Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient Could do with a freshen up Helpful staff & convenient limited parking
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place is very good. Room comfortable and, for Japan, quite spacious. The only let down was breakfast. Too rushed. Also they did not replenish the trays. Last day we went to breakfast 40 min before cut off but they had already run out of bread and croissants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam, Brisbane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This amazing property is walking distance to Osaka Castle and the train and subway, and the buffet breakfast provides a wonderful sample of Japanese foods
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast and good sized room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Osaka castle. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect to the castle. Breakfast was nice to have. Included. Rooms were clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly. Walking distance to Osaka palace and McDonald’s and 7-eleven for quick grab since we were traveling with toddlers. They have their own parking garage under the building that was a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay only negative was the laundry facilities the dry took ages to dry our clothes. Will stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

SON TRUONG

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

BEST HOTEL

Hotel so good and near station.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little dated, but very comfortable

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josué-Smith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price for location & service would definitely come again. Hotel staff are amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was fantastic. Two pillows were provided. But neither were to my liking. Breakfast buffet is a bit on the expensive side but quality was decent and staff were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to Osaka castle!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tadahiro, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023