Not so easy by train from the airport if you are first timer to Osaka . The train to Namba station is easy enough but finding the subway line to the hotel was a problem and the station was huge and language was a problem. I had done my research prior to that and knew the name of the line... More

The room was pretty small and a a little bit worn, and we didn't have a view. The window was etched glass and could not be opened. This was made all the worse the first night when an unmistakable sewer smell crept into the room. I don't know why this happened or if it was the hotels fault, but it... More

I stayed in a single room small & cosy, only trouble I was there in Typhoon season so had to stay in some time as the weather outside was terrible TV only in Japanese so had to watch the SUMO wrestling as this was the only one I could understand. Otherwise the breakfast was very good again all written in... More

We recently spent 6 nights at this hotel, and enjoyed it very much. The staff spoke passable English for our needs, but it could be an issue if you have specific requests out side of the norm. It's Japan after all, so the rooms are small but comfortable enough.The location is ideal for getting around Osaka, and the region: it's... More

We stayed at New Oriental Hotel for 5 nights. I would definitely recommend this hotel, as you would find that other hotels will not offer a free breakfast buffet and public bath! The hotel is conveniently located 5 minutes from awaza station, which is a plus when it comes to getting around. The rooms are clean, with kettle, desk, tv,... More

The central location was good, near the subway entrance. For being in central city, the rate is a good value. The highlight of this property is the Japanese bath on the lower level which is very relaxing and theraputic, especially after a busy day of sightseeing. Bath times are segregated by gender. In the Japanese culture, baths are communal so... More

We recently stayed at the New Oriental Hotel for 5 nights, should have been 6, but our flight from Cairns was cancelled. Hotel did not charge us for 1st night we missed. Great value for money, even Japanese Tourism people at airport doing a survey commented on how cheap it was. Room was on the tiny side, as my husband... More

I recently stayed at the New Oriental for 5 nights during a trip to Osaka. It was great value for money and the perfect place to use as a base to explore Osaka, Kyoto and Nara. I had a single room which came with an en suite bathroom and free breakfast thrown in. The hotel is located a few minutes... More

Actually, it may be on of the best value for money hotels in Japan. The New Oriental Hotel may be 40 years old, but it's well maintained, has excellent access to the subway (especially when traveling to Nara for a day trip) and provides a buffet breakfast to boot! The room we got, a semi-double with ensuite shower and toilet,... More