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The GALA Hotel Umeda

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Luxury Studio Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Family Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Economy Twin Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Luxury Studio Suite | Bathroom | Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, bidet, towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1-chome-18-14 Nakatsu Kita Ward, Osaka, Osaka, 531-0071
  • Place, Umeda Arts Theater
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Front Osaka Mall
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Umeda Sky Building
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Single Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Single Room

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

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Economy Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Twin Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Twin Room

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

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Family Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds

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Junior Studio Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Studio Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Luxury Studio Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Studio Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

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

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Osaka

Located in Kita, The GALA Hotel Umeda is within a 10-minute drive of popular attractions such as Dotonbori and Nipponbashi. This 100-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Umeda Arts Theater - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grand Front Osaka Mall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Umeda Sky Building - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Osaka Station City - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Pokemon Centre Osaka - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Nakatsu Station - 4 min walk
  • Nakatsu Station (Hankyu) - 9 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪たけうちうどん店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪天下一品 中津店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ビアパーラー ポゴ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪カンテグランデ ベーカリー - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪White Rabbit Tavern - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The GALA Hotel Umeda

At The GALA Hotel Umeda, guests have access to a gym, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include express check-in, laundry facilities, and a living plant wall.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bidets. Other amenities include safes, desks, and desk chairs. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Areca Café & Bar

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)

More

  • 10 floors
  • Living plant wall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. 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.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in is easy with express services.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • 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 rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

THE GALA HOTEL UMEDA Hotel
THE GALA HOTEL UMEDA Osaka
THE GALA HOTEL UMEDA Hotel Osaka

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near The GALA Hotel Umeda?

This hotel is situated in Kita within a short 10-minute walk of Grand Front Osaka Mall and also 16 minutes on foot from Osaka Station City. You'll also find Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The GALA Hotel Umeda?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The GALA Hotel Umeda on Mar 29, 2026 start from $90, including 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.

Is there parking available at The GALA Hotel Umeda?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The GALA Hotel Umeda have a casino?

No, The GALA Hotel Umeda doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The GALA Hotel Umeda?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The GALA Hotel Umeda good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes and Netflix.

Does The GALA Hotel Umeda have a hot tub?

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

Does The GALA Hotel Umeda feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The GALA Hotel Umeda serves breakfast for a surcharge at Areca Café & Bar.

Does The GALA Hotel Umeda allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The GALA Hotel Umeda.

Does The GALA Hotel Umeda have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to The GALA Hotel Umeda?

The closest major airport to The GALA Hotel Umeda is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 9.7 mi away (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kobe Airport (UKB), which is located 29.4 mi away (67-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The GALA Hotel Umeda?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The GALA Hotel Umeda.

The GALA Hotel Umeda Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

somchai

N/A
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shyanne, Rutherford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great at accommodating a late check in for us. Room was tidy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amna

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best hotel out of the 4 that I booked. They were helpful, it was very spacious and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Monique

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Aircon was average
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chikayo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed staying at The Gala Hotel Umeda. The staff were very friendly and easy to talk, and very helpful. Our room was excellent. It was very functional, had a lot of hangers, even a washer & dryer! We did not hear anything from next rooms. It was very quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhao Rong Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time in Osaka with my husband, and this place was wonderful! Not too far from the train station and the staff are kind and polite. I would stay again. Thank you, arigato!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leah, RAYLEIGH

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in Room 805. Amazing room. Spacious and it had a washing machine/dryer! Liquid gold for a traveller. Water pressure in the shower was AMAZING! Breakfast was good, small selection but good. Only complaint is the beds were sooooo hard. Staff helpful. Location excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to transportation and shops .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kyler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing staff, amazing room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Party central

The greatest thing about Japan and Osaka is how friendly everyone is. If you like a more laid back experience, Osaka is the ticket. Its like a frat party, but city wide.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All the comforts and amenities of a business hotel with some upgraded design features. There’s no bar/cafe on premise, as was indicated on the website, but the continental breakfast and coffee were good. The staff was welcoming and professional.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, kelowna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were aweful but staff were fabulous. Couldn't have been happier with our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Makoto

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

Price is just right

The location wasn’t close to the train station, but for the price it wasn’t bad. Multiple convenience stores near the hotel helps.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUTH

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
It wasn't that great. Typical 3 star attitude.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhd Amirulzaman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place near the metro and is quiet. Suitable for those who enjoy such a peaceful area. Room however is kinda small but is to be expected. Breakfast was simple and is prepared. Not buffet style. Place is new and staff was helpful. Recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

landon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff never bothered me
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

nim yan roy, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A newly renovated and opened hotel with decent size hotel rooms. The setup in the room is very functional (e.g. enough space to open large suitcase and functional desk and chair that have enough space). Have all the amenities that one would expect and need in a hotel room. Located one subway stop away from Umeda shopping district within walking distance. It’s in a quiet neighborhood which I prefer. Have a mini AEON store across the street and a few restaurants and a drug mart so it’s convenient to buy necessities when needed. Five minutes walk to the subway station. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very friendly and helpful! The mattress i had was a bit stiff and hard for my liking but i was able to sleep well regardless. The location is great too, only one stop away from Umeda station and not too far from Shin-Osaka either. Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shideh

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

Incredible Hotel! Great location!

We had a wonderful stay at The Gala Hotel in Umeda, Osaka as a multigenerational family of six. The hotel was exceptionally family-friendly and made traveling with both kids and grandparents incredibly easy and enjoyable. Our room was spacious, comfortable, and well-appointed—plenty of space for everyone to relax. The bathroom and shower were particularly impressive—modern, spotless, and truly luxurious. One of the sweetest touches was the welcome packs for the kids, complete with the most adorable little slippers. It made our children feel so special and welcomed from the start. The hotel’s location is outstanding, with easy access to several major train lines. It made exploring Osaka a breeze, and we were able to take seamless day trips to Kyoto and Nara, which was a big plus for our itinerary. Visually, the hotel is beautiful—filled with colorful accents and lush greenery that gave it a fresh, calming atmosphere. We especially enjoyed the rooftop terrace—a peaceful spot to sip coffee and ease into the day before heading out. We’d absolutely recommend The Gala Hotel to any family, especially those traveling in a larger group. It truly felt like a thoughtful, comfortable, and stylish home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

masayo

便利な場所
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025