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HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 8-minute walk to Dotonbori

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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

Room options

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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
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 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
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 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
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Family Room, 1 King Bed(255cm wide), Non Smoking

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
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
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
  • ‪maruku - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dining Room Be.Zen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪肉バルmuu - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪NOMISKe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi

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 vending machine
  • An elevator, multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • 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.

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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 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

9.8

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1271 out of 1467 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 1467 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 1467 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 1467 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1467 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a good location to shops, dining and transportation.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

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

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the breakfast buffet had numerous options. Great location to explore with lots of restaurants and bars very close
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yayoua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel was exceptional!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning was great, very clean and service was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying here! Very clean, quiet and nice location! The staff were really nice and helpful! I will definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was amazing, the staff were very friendly and the amenities included a lot more than I expected (free coffee, water stations, laundry).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and local to all amenities ie shops restaurants and transport . Staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 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

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

Marita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 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

Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had so many amenities and very clean, staff was very accomedating and nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay here. The location is great, and the staff are exceptional.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Rooms are small but thats to be expected in Japan. Great location. Breakfast is amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MOI YEAK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and near to the Shinsaibashi Metro station,price is reasonable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAI Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wai Ki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very stylish hotel with meticulous services. The location is very convinent for shopping around the Shinsaibashi area and taking the metro. All the staff we met are very friendly and polite. Would definitely come again if I go to Osaka again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pablo A.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is excellent and the breakfast is very good y
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is really comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liberty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very accessible to public transportation as well as its close proximity to the Shinsibaishi shopping district. I love their dining hall, they served really nice selection of food and drinks. Staff are very polite and accommodating. Rooms are a bit small but they are comfortable and clean. I would definitely recommend this hotel if you’re in the Osaka area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tinuade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in the busy city of Osaka. Welcoming staff and good breakfast. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to many restaurants and shops. The hotel is modern and clean. Breakfast buffet has a lot of options and was tasty. There are also laundry machines for guests to use. I enjoyed the double room we stayed in, particularly the shower which has both an overhead rain and handheld shower head.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

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