St. Regis Osaka

The St. Regis, which was constructed in 2010, is one of Osaka’s newest five-star hotels, and located on high-end Midosuji Avenue, known as the Champs Elysées of Osaka.  Lined with ginkgo trees and the flagships of luxury brands, Midosuji Avenue goes through Osaka’s most lively neighbourhoods: Umeda, Shinsaibashi, Dōtonbori, Amerika-mura, and Namba. A splendid hotel, the lobby is located high up on the 12th floor, and this elevated position ensures the hotel offers great views from both its rooms and its communal areas.

It’s very modern, with remote-controlled curtains and televisions in the bathroom. It has many nice touches: the towels are made from Imabari cotton; all rooms have a walk-in wardrobe with an umbrella in and a well-stocked mini bar. The rooms have large windows (the Midosuji view is particularly recommended) and trees are illuminated in the streets below during winter.

All of the rooms are uniquely decorated with different artefacts and ornaments, making the hotel feel very personal. When it comes to dining, the St Regis offers a good range of elegant dining options. Breakfast is taken in the Italian restaurant, which can accommodate approximately 60 guests. There is also a private room for six diners.

In short, the St. Regis offers large, modern rooms with Japanese touches, easy access to the subway, and all the other facilities you would expect from a world-class hotel.