Kitahama
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Japan
Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Osaka Castle
Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees.
Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
Kitahama Hotel Deals
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Minor damage to interior walls. Carpets were in between shampoos but nothing egregious. Other than that a beautiful property with friendly staff, and a decent gym. Bathrooms with rainfall shower was fabulous.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Hotel Keihan Yodoyabashi
Prefer interacting with people to machines
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Location was just 5mins away from OCAT but terminal
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Very good
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Amenities were gracious and the staff was really helpful. Thank you. Spotless room too.
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Clean room, clean bath room
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Kitahama
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Shinchi
Visitors often come to Shinchi for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Sankei Hall Breeze and Osaka Shiki Theater. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Nishi-Umieda Station.
Chuo
Chuo is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Osaka Castle. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Sakaisuji-hommachi Station or Matsuyamachi Station.
Umeda
Major commercial and entertainment hub, Umeda offers shopping, dining, sports centers, and movie theaters. Don't miss the HEP Five Ferris wheel, Umeda Sky Building, and the underground city with retailers and eateries.
Minamisenba
While you're in Minamisenba, take in top sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and jump on the metro at Shinsaibashi Station to see more of the city.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider a stop by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighborhood.
