I recommend the Voco, a light luxury brand under IHG, in Osaka.

I recommend a hotel I stayed at during cherry blossom season in Japan: the Voco Osaka Central, located in Osaka's business district. This is a new light luxury brand under the IHG InterContinental Hotels Group, opened in 2023, so the facilities are still very new. 🚇The hotel is only a 3-minute walk from Higobashi Station, one stop from Osaka Umeda business district, and two stops from Shinsaibashi, making it very convenient. 🏨Stepping into the hotel, the design of the public areas is very creative. In particular, the Kyomachi wooden architectural elements above the check-in counter give the entire space a strong sense of design. The hotel's welcome gift is a lollipop, which is also quite interesting. 🛏️The hotel rooms have a youthful feel. I stayed in a corner room, about 30 square meters, with a coffee machine and all necessary toiletries. The bathroom has a bathtub, perfect for a relaxing soak after a day of shopping. 🥗The hotel's breakfast restaurant, LOKAL HOUSE, and bar🍸are located on the first floor. The breakfast selection is very diverse, with authentic Japanese cuisine. It's a great value for travelers visiting Osaka.