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10 Top Rated Hotels in Osaka Chosen by travelers 2017

Osaka is a popular destination for visitors to Japan, and along with the increasing number of tourists, there are also more and more accommodational options available for visiting tourists (check out my list of new Osaka hotels 2017 here).
I've consolidated a list of Osaka's 10 best-rated 3+ star hotels from the hotel reservation site Agoda. The hotels on the list have received a minimum of 50 guest reviews and are ranked by average review score where 10/10 is the maximum.

See also: 10 Top Rated Hotels in Tokyo Chosen by Travelers 2017

 Browse places to stay in Osaka on Agoda.com.

★9.1★

1. The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan™

As an official hotel of the Universal Studios Japan, this hotel is a practical place to stay if you’re planning on visiting USJ during your time in Osaka. The studio is only 5 minutes’ walk away from the hotel, and if you are lucky you get a room with a view of the park front. Rooms are spacious and come with a wide range of amenities and fast WiFi. No need to bring your own pajama; even nightgowns are provided. The breakfast buffet has a good selection of food, but if you prefer to dine out there is a small mall that has plenty of restaurants close to the hotel. From the hotel, you can reach Osaka in only 20 min by train from the Universal-City station, and the station is just 2 minutes’ walk from the hotel.
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2. The Bridge Hotel Shinsaibashi

This hotel opened its doors in December 2016, and the new and modern rooms come with a stylish sakura-themed design. Location is great, with lots of eateries and shops in the surrounding area. It is located right next to the subway, and you can reach Dotonbori in about 7-10 mins on foot. The biggest selling point of the hotel is through their exceptional service. They provide a large number of amenity you can think of for free during your stay: umbrellas, massage chairs, free international calls, free mobile Hotspot. If you want to save money on food you can enjoy the hotel’s free breakfast in the morning, free coffee and drinks served throughout the day and free Ramen and alcoholic beverages served in the evening. As the name goes, the hotel is also aiming to be a bridge between Japan and the outside world. They offer different cultural activities every day for staying guests including cosplay, kimono dressing, and takoyaki making. Definitely a good choice for long-staying guests! I stayed at this hotel one time earlier. You can find the full review here.
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3. FP HOTELS South-Namba

FP HOTELS South-Namba is a new and modern hotel that opened in April 2017. The rooms are big and clean, and guests who have stayed at the hotel mention that there are plenty of power outlets and USB hubs inside the rooms. The room even comes with an iPad you can use for free during your stay. The hotel is situated in the Shinsekai area, just a couple minutes walk from both the JR train station and the subway, and with the convenient access to trains, you can easily get around Osaka from there. Inside the hotel there's a cafe area that is open 24/7 so you can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea anytime you'd like. And if all of that isn't enough: the hotel arranges a weekly Monday night event with all-you-can-eat ice cream served from 9-10PM complimentary for staying guests!
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4. Hotel Universal Port

Hotel Universal Port comes with spacious and clean rooms with great view. From the hotel you can reach the Universal City Station in 1 minute by foot, and from there you’ll have easy access to anywhere in Osaka. If you’re looking for entertainment the Universal Studios is only 300 m away, and there’s also a direct boat going to Osaka Aquarium just next to the back door of the hotel. Guests who have stayed at the hotel also praise the hotel for its polite and helpful staff, and state that a stay at Hotel Univeral Port is good value for the money.
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5. Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Osaka Station

Courtyard by Marriott is a boutique style hotel especially well rated among couples. It is situated near Shin-Osaka station, and is very convenient for visitors who are carrying lots of luggage and/or are traveling with children. It is also easy to get around the area, with easy train and bus connections. The breakfast at the hotel is good, and there are also lots of restaurants at the station for those who prefer to choose between more alternatives. Rooms are comfortable and quiet despite the central location.
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6. Fraser Residence Nankai Osaka

This is an apartment-style hotel, so if you like to have an at-home atmosphere you’ll love their rooms equipped with kitchen and washing machine. If you like to stay fit you can work out at the hotel’s small gym The location is excellent, with Namba city and Namba park just downstairs. You can also get to Nankai-Namba Station within minutes, and from here you’ll have easy access to everywhere. Other famous areas within walking distance include Dotonburi and the Shinsaibashi shopping street.
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7. Ryokan Nanten-en

This is the only traditional Japanese hotel (ryokan) in the Osaka area that made it to the list. The ryokan is situated in a sleepy quiet charming town called Amami, only 60 km away from Osaka. The ryokan is perfect for visitors who want to see a bit of the Japanese countryside without having to travel that far, and around the ryokan you can even find some exciting hiking trails if you’re up for a small adventure. Guests praise the hotel for its friendly staff and excellent Japanese cuisine. The building itself has a long history but is well maintained. An excellent option if you want to try staying at a Japanese ryokan (for more ryokans, check my post about Japan’s 10 most popular ryokans here)
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8. Remm Shin-Osaka

Remm Shin-Osaka is situated right on top of the Shin-Osaka Station, so if you are planning to move around by public transport you can enjoy hassle free travel to wherever you might want to visit with both the Shinkansen, JR and subway right below you. Inside the station you also have a wide range of souvenir shops and restaurants available right at your fingertips. Check out time There are many restaurants and souvenir shops within the station for last minute shopping. Hotel staff are accomodating. hotel is situated right on top of the train station.
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9. Hotel Nikko Osaka

The rooms at Hotel Nikko Osaka have recently gone through renovation, and with updated and modern rooms this hotel is the perfect place to stay for fancy couples. The bathrooms come with both tub and shower, and the rooms also have good view of the city. Guest praise the hotel for its location, with various places for entertainment within walking distance. Just downstairs you can find both the subway (The Midosuji 御堂筋线 - Line) and both the Shinsaibashi shopping street and the Dotonbori area are reachable by foot. The overall service at the hotel is also praised upon, with previous guests describing the staff as courteous and helpful. And don’t worry if you visit Osaka on a rainy day, as the hotel provides free use of their umbrellas during the stay.
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10. Cross Hotel Osaka

Cross Hotel Osaka is located in the heart of Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi, a perfect base to explore Osaka. From the hotel you’ll have easy access to many attraction spots, including the Kuromon Ichiba Market which is within walking distance.The rooms are large, and the bathroom has separate space for the shower and bathtub. Previous guests also praise the hotel for its friendly staff.
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New Year's Celebrations: South Queensferry Loony Dook



Okay, here's a New Year’s tradition that is a bit frosty to say the least - how about a Loony Dook dip? 
Perhaps, you’ve heard of the Polar Bear Plunge, well, near Edinburgh you can take a dip at the world Famous Loony Dook, which is part of the Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Festival. This event raises funds for area charities, and what a better way to start off the New Year than by helping others.
On New Year’s day there will be the Dookers’ Parade, which is led by the Beastie Drummers. Then, all  the Loonies will gather for the Dook that will have almost 1000 brave Loonies who will dive into the freezing waters of the Forth Estuary in the shadow of the iconic Forth Bridge. For those on the sidelines, you can cheer these brave souls at various vantage points along the route or down on the beach. Afterwards, stop in for a pint and a bite at one of the pubs, cafes or restaurants in South Queensferry.
What is your favorite way to ring in the New Year?
Plan Your Trip To Edinburgh, Scotland
For news on the upcoming Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Festival and the Loony Dook use this link.
To explore travel options for your trip to Edinburgh, Scotland visit their website.
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Ober Gatlinburg Is Ready For Skiers And Snowboarders



Just in time for the holidays, Ober Gatlinburg’s wish for colder weather has allowed snowmakers to have their slopes ready to ride. This is the ideal spot for hit the slopes with the family for a day or skiing. Or, catch some air snowboarding and honing your skills for the exciting season ahead.

Snowmakers have focused on Cub Way, Castle Run, and Ski School, and made sure the slopes are ready for skiers and snowboarders by Noon on Saturday. Along with skiing and snowboarding, you can also go Ice Skating, or try out the Snow Tubing Park, and kids will enjoy the Cubbies Snow Zone. Afterwards, enjoy a hearty meal, try some German Beer, and browse the shops for goodies to take home.

Ober Gatlinburg is a wonderful experience for the whole family. And, as you’re traveling up on the Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway enjoy the view of Gatlinburg. Plus, during winter look down and you may see black bears roaming below. Use this the read more about Ober Gatlinburg.

Plan Your Visit To Ober Gatlinburg

To explore current rates, specials and book your visit to Ober Gatlinburg visit their website  https://obergatlinburg.com/ or call 1-800-MUCH-FUN.

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10 Top Rated Hotels in Tokyo Chosen by Travelers 2017

As Tokyo is getting ready for the upcoming 2020 Olympics the number of hotels offering accommodation to foreign visitors has exploded. Every year a number of new hotels are opening up their doors to the increasing number of visitors from all over the world (check out my list of new Tokyo hotels 2017 here), making it hard to know which hotels that provide the best experience for its guests. It can also be hard to choose from the large number of options out there, ranging from traditional ryokan inns to futuristic capsule hotels.
In this post, I will present Tokyo’s 10 best-ranked hotels according to guest reviews on the hotel booking site Agoda. The hotels included in this post are all 3+ star hotels, and have received a minimum of 50 guest reviews. They are ranked below by average review score where 10/10 is the maximum.

Visiting Osaka? Check out: 10 Top Rated Hotels in Osaka Chosen by travelers 2017

 Browse places to stay in Tokyo on Agoda.com.


★9.7★

1. Hotel Ryumeikan Ochanomizu Honten

The best-rated hotel in Tokyo is also one of the properties that holds the most interesting history. The original building was constructed in 1899, but has gone through a number of hurdles, including being completely burned down to the ground in the Great Kanto Earthquake. The last renovation of the hotel took place in 2014, but the traditional Japanese design has been kept so that guests can enjoy the mix of traditional and modern to its fullest. Staying guests praise the hotel for its spacious, clean and quiet rooms. But be aware; the hotel has a very limited number of rooms, so you might want to book early in advance to secure your room!
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2. Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa International

This hotel is in particularly renowned for its excellent location, with markets, food stalls, restaurants, local shops and not to mention the famous Sensoji temple being within a couple of minutes’ walking distance. Guests praise the hotel for their clean rooms that are comfortable and of good size. If you’re lucky you'll even get a room with a fabulous view of the Sensouji temple. From the hotel you can easily walk to the closest station which has a direct route to Narita Airport. Perfect as a base to explore Tokyo!
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3. Hotel Ryumeikan Tokyo

Hotel Ryumeikan Tokyo has been recognized as a "Michelin Guide Hotel" 2017, which is also the sixth year in a row that the hotel has been awarded a place in the world-famous guidebook. Guests who have stayed at Hotel Ryumeikan Tokyo often praise the excellent location of the hotel, situated just 3 minutes from Tokyo Station’s Yaesu North Exit and with an airport shuttle bus stop located right in front of the hotel. Other strong points include staff with good English skills, fast high-speed WiFi and the many good bars and restaurants in the vicinity of the hotel.
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4. Hotel Gajoen Tokyo

Hotel Gajoen Tokyo is situated inside what also happens to be Japan’s first "All-in-one" banquet or wedding complex; the Meguro Gajoen (I’ve previously written about Meguro Gajoen here). The building remains a historical treasure where you are welcome to stay the night. All of their rooms are over 70m², so it is definitely among the larger rooms you can get in Tokyo. Staying guests praise the hotel for its good location, the luxurious interior and spacious room that comes with a private Jacuzzi bath tub. Definitely a place to stay if you want to pamper yourself in Japanese luxury.
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5. Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba

From Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba you’ll get a stunning view of the Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Bay. Previous guests praise the hotel for their comfortable rooms, courteous and friendly staff, good quality toiletries and not at least their great location. There’s a wide range of restaurants in the vicinity to choose from and its proximity to Daiba station makes it easy to reach other parts of Tokyo. The hotel even offers a free shuttle to Disneyland, and when it is time to leave their direct limousine bus ensures a convenient departure.
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6. Richmond Hotel Premier Tokyo Oshiage

Richmond Oshiage is situated right next to the Tokyo Skytree and the Oshiage station. From here it is easy to get around Tokyo city by subway, as well as the Narita and Haneda airports. Below the hotel there is a huge LIFE grocery store, and there are numerous convenience stores in the area too. Rooms come equipped with necessary amenities, including a Handy mobile phone that guests are allow to use for free during their stay. With the Handy mobile phone you’ll have free internet and calls wherever you go in Tokyo.
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7. The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo, Autograph Collection

This hotel is an excellent choice if you want to enjoy the view of the Tokyo Skyline from your room, and the hotel also boosts of a traditional Japanese garden with a Koi pond. Previous guests have praised the hotel for their big and super clean rooms. Despite the central location Shinagawa is a relatively quiet area, so you can get away from the regular “hustle and bustle” while enjoying the prominent accessibility. You’re only a few minutes’ walk away from the Shinagawa Station with great access to both Tokyo Station only a few stops away in one direction or Shibuya or Shinjuku station in the other. Access to the airport is also great, with direct access to Narita Airport by JR and the Airport Limousine bus making hourly stops at the hotel.
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8. The Gate Hotel Asakusa Kaminarimon by Hulic

The hotel has comfortable and big rooms with tasteful decoration. A coffee machine in your room with coffee refills provided each morning ensure that you can start all of your days fresh. From the hotel restaurant you can enjoy a million dollar view of the Tokyo Skytree. Hotel guests are also especially satisfied by the location, with both Senso-ji temple and the Tokyo Metro Asakusa Ginza line only a few steps away.
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9. Hotel Coco Grand Ueno Shinobazu

Guests who have stayed at Hotel Coco Grand Ueno Shinobazu praise the stunning view of Ueno Park from the hotel rooms. The rooms are also equipped with a range of practical amenities, which even includes hair wax and aftershave for men and a large Shiatsu neck massager that can be used in the room during the stay. The hotel provides their guests with the chance to get a relaxing stay at their sauna and onsen hot spring that is open daily from 5am to 2am. Their breakfast buffet gets appraisals with their selection of Japanese and Western dishes, and guests are also happy about having access to a bakery shop on the first floor of the hotel. Both entertainment and transportation is close; you can reach Ameyoko shopping area, Ueno Station and the Keisei Ueno Station within a short walk. From Ueno Station guests have direct access to Narita Airport.
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10. Myoujin-no-Yu Dormy Inn Premium Kanda, Akihabara Hot Spring

This hotel just opened in early 2017 and is both brand new and well equipped. At this hotel you get good value for the money, as long as you don’t mind the smaller rooms. The Dormy Inn chain as a whole is well known for offering delicious breakfast buffet and relaxing baths where guests can soak, so you won’t get disappointed here. At Myoujin-no-Yu they have 2 hot spring pools available, and one of them is outdoor so guests can even see the sky from the pool. And last but not least; In the evening beer and ramen are served for free to the hotel guests!
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