WAQOO Shitaderamachi

Property class: 3

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2-5-12 Shitaderamachi, Tennoji-ku, Osaka, Osaka, 543-0076
  • Place, Nipponbashi
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tennoji Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tsutenkaku Tower
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Twin Room (Japanese Western Style), Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 264 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Superior Tatami Double Room, Non Smoking

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

Superior Tatami Single Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 186 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Tatami Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 188 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Room of Takara, Non Smoking

  • 264 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Love Fulfillment Room, Non Smoking

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

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About the neighborhood

Osaka

Located in Tennoji, WAQOO Shitaderamachi is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Tennoji Park and Shomaninaizen-do Temple. Each of the 26 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes a refrigerator, an electric kettle, and a flat-screen TV.

What's nearby

  • Nipponbashi - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tennoji Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shitennoji Temple - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tsutenkaku Tower - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Spa World - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ebisucho Station - 6 min walk
  • Tennoji Station - 14 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪我路 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪釜揚饂飩 詫間 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪カフェドール 本店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪旬菜ゆらり - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪四天王寺 はやうち - ‬6 min walk

About this property

WAQOO Shitaderamachi

Guests staying at WAQOO Shitaderamachi enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a vending machine. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport down comforters. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, electric kettles, and safes.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 per person

Things to do

  • Library
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 1650 per person

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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 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 cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Wa-Qoo Shitaderamachi Hotel Osaka
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at WAQOO Shitaderamachi?

WAQOO Shitaderamachi offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at WAQOO Shitaderamachi?

As of Nov 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WAQOO Shitaderamachi on Nov 30, 2026 start from $100, 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.

What's there to do around WAQOO Shitaderamachi?

This hotel is situated in Tennoji within a 10-minute walk of Nipponbashi and Tsutenkaku Tower. You'll also find Spa World and Dotonbori less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at WAQOO Shitaderamachi?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does WAQOO Shitaderamachi have a casino at the property?

No, WAQOO Shitaderamachi doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at WAQOO Shitaderamachi?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is WAQOO Shitaderamachi good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a down comforter and slippers as well as a library.

Does WAQOO Shitaderamachi have a hot tub?

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

Does WAQOO Shitaderamachi have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

WAQOO Shitaderamachi offers Japanese breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does WAQOO Shitaderamachi allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at WAQOO Shitaderamachi though service animals are welcome.

Does WAQOO Shitaderamachi have connecting rooms available?

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

How close is the airport from WAQOO Shitaderamachi?

The closest major airport to WAQOO Shitaderamachi is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 12.3 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kobe Airport (UKB), which is located 28.2 mi away (59-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at WAQOO Shitaderamachi?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at WAQOO Shitaderamachi.

WAQOO Shitaderamachi Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 236 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place. I had the best relaxing stay at the hotel. The staff was so very kind. It’s definitely a must stay at hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff made it easy to communicate in English. Room was clean with traditional vibes. Location was also nice in that it was in a quiet area but only a short walk to the more busier/touristy areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vegan breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Highly recommend staying here!

Wonderful place to stay!! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location, very clean and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an amazing hotel. So cute and spiritually peaceful. Staff was great and so were the beautiful low beds. I loved the pyjamas that they provided and the amenities. So close to everything in Osaka. I will definitely come back here and very highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful, the room was clean and spacious, breakfasts were very nice and the hotel was overall very relaxed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

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Lovely hotel with amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place

Fabulous stay; excellent clean room, comfortable and a friendly team. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and comfortable . Perfect contrast from the buzz of osaka
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Buddhist hotel near shrine and temple.

Wonderful Buddhist hotel near shrine and temple. Enjoyed their meditation session offered at the hotel at night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very kind helpful staff, nice rooms with tatami floor, mattress and pillow a little firm, good use of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

The staff were friendly, patient and helpful. They spoke English and answered questions. The breakfast was fresh and very tasty. I included the breakfast with my reservation and I would do it again. The atmosphere was very peaceful. The hotel is very clean and well kept. They called a taxi for me when I needed it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nicest and most friendly staff I have experienced in Japan
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A small Buddhist hotel, with nice staff and rooms, albeit a bit small. A 10 minute walk to Shinsekai area, where there are lots of restaurants and amusement arcades. Not flash but kind of fun.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff Meditation with a monk Calligraphy session
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were extremely kind and helpful during our stay, especially when we needed support to retrieve a lost item. We appreciated the extra activities of calligraphy and meditation. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looks a bit small but it's actually quite sizeable. Nice check in folks. Great room, traditional mats.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Zazen meditation offered free for the hotel residents by monks in the temple nearby. Learnt how to do Zazen properly. Mind refreshed after days of sightseeing and touristic excitement. Rooms are spacious (compared to most city hotels), clean and reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast and very helpful staff. Try and get a room away from the road side as can be noisy at time. Would have been nice to see a view from the window instead of frosted glass. Otherwise beautiful room. Lovely PJs
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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Very quiet. A unique experience as it has a a traditional Japanese style room. About 10 min walk from the nearest station
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This was my 1st hotel in a country I’ve never been in. They were welcoming, kind, and helpful when I had questions about a local festival. Will definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern yet traditional style. We had the Buddha altar at the room which was an interesting and unexpected feature. Super clean and comfortable. You can attend a meditation session and do caligraphy. Great experience, definitely reccommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024