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Smile Hotel Namba

3.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, near Osaka Science Museum

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Property amenity
Economy Twin Room, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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3-3-9 Saiwai-cho, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu, 556-0021
  • Kyocera Dome Osaka
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Dotonbori
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Universal Studios Japan
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, Smoking

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Smoking

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Non Smoking

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Twin Room, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, Non Smoking

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Osaka

Located in Naniwa, Smile Hotel Namba is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Osaka Science Museum and Shitennoji Temple. This 88-room, 3-star hotel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, electric kettles, and LCD TVs.

What's nearby

  • Kyocera Dome Osaka - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dotonbori - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Universal Studios Japan - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Osaka Castle - 9 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Shiomibashi Station - 1 min walk
  • Taisho Station - 9 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪マクドナルド - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪カプリス食堂 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪松屋 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe ミカンバコ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪MOULiN - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Smile Hotel Namba

Hotel with a full-service spa, near Osaka Science Museum
Guests of Smile Hotel Namba enjoy features like a full-service spa, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. Self parking is offered for JPY 1500 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include laundry facilities, a vending machine, and a TV in a common area.
32-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, and slippers. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, electric kettles, and desks. Housekeeping is available on request.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Japanese, Korean

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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

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (JPY 1,500 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 800 for adults and JPY 800 for children

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Full-service spa

  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 800 for adults and JPY 800 for children
  • Self parking fee: JPY 1500 per night (in/out privileges)

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a security system.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • 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.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Smile Hotel Namba
Smile Hotel Namba Osaka
Smile Namba
Smile Namba Hotel
Smile Namba Osaka
Quality One Nanba Osaka
Smile Hotel Namba Hotel
Smile Hotel Namba Osaka
Smile Hotel Namba Hotel Osaka

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Smile Hotel Namba?

Smile Hotel Namba offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Smile Hotel Namba?

As of Jun 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smile Hotel Namba on Jun 12, 2025 start from $62.36, 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 can I see near Smile Hotel Namba?

This hotel is situated in Naniwa within a short 12-minute walk of Kyocera Dome Osaka and also 15 minutes on foot from Dotonbori. You'll also find Nipponbashi and Tsutenkaku Tower within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Smile Hotel Namba?

Yes, parking is offered for JPY 1,500 per night with in/out privileges.

Is there a spa available at Smile Hotel Namba?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.

Does Smile Hotel Namba include a casino at the property?

No, Smile Hotel Namba doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Smile Hotel Namba?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Smile Hotel Namba a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Smile Hotel Namba?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Smile Hotel Namba have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Smile Hotel Namba offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Smile Hotel Namba allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Smile Hotel Namba though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Smile Hotel Namba?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Smile Hotel Namba?

The closest major airport to Smile Hotel Namba is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 11.2 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kobe Airport (UKB), which is located 23.5 mi away (26-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Smile Hotel Namba?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Smile Hotel Namba.

Smile Hotel Namba Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 810 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 385 out of 810 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 171 out of 810 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 810 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 810 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Godiva

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adelyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Walkable from the JR station (15min or take a bus (5min Ride).This hotel is located by the subway station ~2 min walk distance. Everything was clean and convenient (laundry room in premises) but the AC did not work in the room. The hotel is older but it is priced accordingly. It was worth the stay to get around and visit tourists areas in Osaka. For a budget friendly stay it was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Curtis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and cozy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Hao

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Kenichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

jirapan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This location takes quite some time to get to a bullet train using the JR pass. Small hard bed and cramped conditions especially the bathroom. Staff were wonderfu,l, friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Aimee

Was a good room to stay in. Met all our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Yumi, Hk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Toilet in room is too small. The check out time is a bit too early which is 10am. Other than these all over is good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

ActiveID, Japan

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

Nice hotel

Late night check in was good. Stayed in Osaka because of train schedules back to my area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Easy spot

I'm coming back. Definitely picking this one again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Frown Hotel Namba

We arrived there around 2 had to wait till exactly 3 to check-in. The bed was extremely small for two people so we were very uncomfortable the whole time. Everything seemed like it hadn't been cleaned properly and felt dingy. The bathroom was tiny and had a terrible smell the whole time we were there. The breakfast was bare bones and bad. The location wasn't even worth while since we had to take the subway to get to dotonburi everyday since there is nothing around the hotel. The costs add up every time so you're spending more money just to get around and find a decent breakfast. I would highly recommend staying somewhere else since the price is not worth cutting corners for comfort and cleanliness.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Toilet very small, compared with standard Japanese room. Quality of breakfast slightly below average, anyway undertandably the room rate is cheap.

6/10 Okay

Dick Siu Chak

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Compact!

I only booked this hotel because the other hotels within a reasonable budget had booked out due to the busy cherry blossom season. The room, bed and bathroom were tiny, even for Japan. Could barely turn around in the bathroom. My partner hit his head on the towel rack when getting off the toilet and I nearly knocked the sink off the wall while attempting to get in the shower (we're not big people ourselves). Although I think there are rooms that are bigger than ours, but we didn't have an option as it was almost fully booked. Breakfast included various Japanese food such as fish, rice, soup and tjen eggs and other meat, which was cold as it wasn't kept in a bain marie. Showers in shared bath are traditional Japanese and were lovely. Natural hot spa was also lovely. Women could use this from 1700-2100 and men from 2115 until 0100. Bathrooms had toothbrushes, shavers, a comb, cotton tips and a hair dryer, which was convenient. Very close to train stations, but JR stations were either a 15 minute walk in either direction. Approximately 20 minute walk to Dotonbori. Given that this hotel was called Smile Hotel Namba, it would've been nice to have actually been located IN Namba. I knew this when booking as I'd done my research, but for those who book without looking too much into it, be aware that it's not right in the middle of Namba and it will take you at least 15-20 minutes to walk to areas with good food, shopping and nightlife, such as Namba and Dotonbori.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

convenient, great service

The staff was great and service was very good. The hotel itself is a little old and could use a little sprucing up.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4/10 Poor

Tamie, Thailand

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Staff at front

Staff at front talked bad to customers and could not communicate in English (stayed on 13-17 Sep 16). Suggested to get someone who could be more polite to customers. My expectation was actually not that high at this price but I'm quite serious about this service.

10/10 Excellent

Natthawut, Dublin

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

Good location

Good location close to subway

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice hotel

Small room but big comfy. We had a great time there. Thanks smile hotel

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

marta, Irving

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

A smile is worth a thousand words..

Upon arriving, found out that my luggage did not get here yet..so front desk Morimoto asked for my receipt and asked Japan postal for me. Found out my name was not on label but I got my luggage later that nite. Front desk speaks enough English for me..only wish their name on nametag was in English. Kohei always greeted me upon arriving. Breakfast was Japanese style so some Westerners may not like it, but I love This kind of food, was healthy and delicious. There was always coffee and hot tea! Room was quiet and comfortable but the maid came in twice on different days while I was in the shower. I know I put the sign out! I am glad that I had 2 pillows instead of one. Hotel was hard to find on a rainy day, and really no restaurant around except Royal Host plus a Coffee Shop but it closes early. Maybe some of you want to go to Dotombori Street. I come to Japan to see old friends and eat this healthy cuisine

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