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HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi

3.5 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi is in central Osaka, near Dotonbori Glico Sign. Travelers love the warm lobby with a fireplace, comfy rooms, and friendly staff. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, convenient laundry facilities, and a library for downtime.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Family Room, 1 King Bed(255cm wide), Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Family Room, 1 King Bed(255cm wide), Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

In the entertainment district, HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi is in Minami, a walkable area in Osaka with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Osaka Castle Park and Expo ’70 Commemorative Park, while Osaka Castle and Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater are cultural highlights. Universal Studios Japan and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan are not to be missed. Guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Shinsaibashi Station is 4 minutes by foot and Nagahoribashi Station is 5 minutes.
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1-18-30 Higashi Shinsaibashi Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu, 542-0083

What's nearby

  • Dotonbori Glico Sign - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dotonbori - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kuromon Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Orix Theater - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nipponbashi - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Shinsaibashi Station - 4 min walk
  • Osaka-Namba Station - 14 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Niina - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dining Room Be.Zen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪中華バルJam - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪創作中華 縁 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪肉バル Muu - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi

Eco-certified hotel near Dotonbori
Located close to Dotonbori Glico Sign and Orix Theater, HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi provides a library, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a water dispenser
  • Concierge services, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 162 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and bidets
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (JPY 3,600 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,000 for adults and JPY 1,000 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (24 inches high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (28 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (43 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-500 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. The tax does not apply to nightly rates under JPY 5,000. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2000 for adults and JPY 1000 for children
  • Self parking fee: JPY 3600 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

HOTEL FLAG Shinsaibashi
FLAG Shinsaibashi
The Flag Shinsaibashi Osaka
HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi Hotel
HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi Osaka
HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi Hotel Osaka

Frequently asked questions

Is HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi?

Self parking is available for JPY 3600 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi located?

Located in Minami, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, Dotonbori, and Dotonbori Glico Sign. Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater and Orix Theater are also within 15 minutes. Shinsaibashi Station and Nagahoribashi Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1243 out of 1436 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 1436 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 1436 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 1436 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1436 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with restaurants and bars
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around good hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Huong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very convenient area, shopping and foods within walking distance
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel we stayed in on our trip to Japan. Rooms are clean and spacious, staff is wonderful and kind, and the property has lots of amenities. Loved our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Dotonbori and walkable distance to convenience stores/train stations.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Boutique hotel, feels homely, friendly staff, great laundry, convenient location, lovely breakfast. Loved everything about this hotel. Favourite property in Japan!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place location, great lobby space to chill
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Amenities
Great location, clean and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a nice hotel with perfect location to shopping malls and subway entrance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaull

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT location, very walkable DELCIOUS food, I chose the "breakfast included" option SUPER clean and comfortable AMAZING international staff, gracious and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wai Ki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very stylish hotel and meticulous
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrific hotel ina great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis-Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place Well locate Near everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yilei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast options. Professional and friendly staff. I will stay here if I visit Osaka again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and clean hotel with many amenities. The staff were super friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is in the heart of the Broadway of Osaka. Lively bars restaurants, clubs, shopping, street food, never adull
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well situated hotel with excellent amenities and comfortable room. Easy walk to the main sightseeing area, restaurants and bars. Quiet street and no outside noise. Laundry and coffee facilities were exceptional. Staff were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was extremely convenient. Easy access to anywhere especially to the subway station underneath Parco shopping center. Staffs were super friendly, and helpful. Highly recommended to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very assessable to everything in the area. Would be a place I will book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay here. The location is great, the amenities are great and the staff is very friendly. I suggest this hotel to everyone
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location! Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great location, clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff, highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reshma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and great service. Also close to all the fun parts of Osaka but away from the super touristy parts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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