Sakai, a city in Japan’s Osaka Prefecture, is among the biggest trading ports that date to the 16th century. This merchant city produces high-quality knives and precision bicycles. There are museums dedicated to these top products. It is most famous for unique burial molds shaped like keyholes, called kofun. Daisen Kofun, or the center mound, is considered the sacred burial ground of Emperor Nintoku. This is the largest mausoleum on earth, covering an area equivalent to 12 baseball fields.
Burial grounds are not the only things to see in Sakai. This pleasant, prosperous, and culture-rich city is best explored by bike. You’ll see the charming ancient Kishiwada castle and witness the fun Danjiri Festival (Wooden Float Festival). Linger for a few days to see more! Read on and book from our list of the best hotels to stay in Sakai, Japan for luxurious lodgings while exploring the city.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Comfort Hotel Sakai (from USD 54)
This hotel provides cozy guest rooms spacious for a small family. They are fitted with deeply cushioned beds and a work desk with Wi-Fi for remote working. It also has a flat-screen TV with VOD channels for in-room entertainment. Luxuriate in a warm tub bath or shower provided in your ensuite bathroom.
A breakfast buffet is served every day, with a wide selection of Japanese and Western items, fresh bread, and other hot and cold dishes. It’s within walking distance to the nearest Sakai station and a 20-minute drive to Universal Studios Japan.
Comfort Hotel Sakai
Address: Ryujimbashi-cho 1-5-1
2.1 km (1.4 mi) from Hochigai Shrine
2. Hotel Agora Regency Osaka Sakai (from USD 70)
This luxurious 5-star hotel is 10 minutes to Namba’s entertainment district and 25 minutes to Kansai international airport if you drive down. Enjoy the elegant, air conditioned guest rooms with large windows offering panoramic city views. You can stretch out on thick cushioned beds to watch satellite TV, listen to the radio, or enjoy a luxurious tub bath with free bath essentials and pajamas.
Guests can dine at their on-site restaurants and indulge in Japanese, Chinese, and Western dishes. The on-site bakery offers delicious cakes and bread, too. Have some drinks at their sky lounge and sing all you want with karaoke. You can rent a bike from the hotel and ride it around the city.
Hotel Agora Regency Osaka Sakai
Address: Sakai-ku Ebisujima-cho 4-45-1
2.12 km (1.4 mi) from Hochigai Shrine
3. Super Hotel Sakai Marittima (from USD 40)
This 3-star hotel offers easy access to a shrine, Bicycle Museum, and Aeon Mall which are at least 3 km (1.86 mi) away. Guests enjoy the comforts of an air-conditioned room equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and thick beds to rest their heads on. It has an on-site restaurant serving a daily buffet and Asian cuisine in a spacious dining area. Laundry services, vending machines for snacks, and private parking for an extra charge are available.
Super Hotel Sakai Marittima
Address: 3-4-1 Ochonishi
1.91 km (1.2 mi) from Hochigai Shrine
4. Hotel Sun Plaza Sakai Annex (from USD 68)
Reasonable rates, but discrepancies between online booking and actual charges.
Modern, spacious twin rooms with convenient late check-in and necessary essentials provided.
Conveniently located near the station, though parking can be a challenge.
Breakfast provided with accommodating service, but restaurant location may be difficult to find.
This hotel annex is beside the main building of Hotel Sun Plaza where guests have shared use of its facilities. The guest rooms are very spacious with a modern design and equipped with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and a work desk. The ensuite bathrooms provide refreshing baths and showers complete with toiletries.
The suites have a cozy lounge for watching TV that is separated from the bedroom by sliding doors. The hotel also features an on-site restaurant that serves delicious ala carte dishes of Japanese and French cuisine to its guests.
Hotel Sun Plaza Sakai Annex
Address: Sakai-ku Ryujinbashi 1-1-20
1.98 km (1.3 mi) from Hochigai Shrine
5. Toyoko Inn Osaka Sakai-higashi-eki (from USD 55)
Toyoko Inn offers comfortable accommodation with easy access to Hochigai Shrine and the Bicycle Museum, which are about 1 km (1.6 mi) away. The air conditioned guest rooms are neat, brightly lit, and spacious. Furnished with thick cushioned beds, these rooms come with a work desk as well as a kettle and a mini-fridge. Buffet breakfast is provided on-site, and vending machines keep you supplied with snacks and drinks.
Toyoko Inn Osaka Sakai-higashi-eki
Address: Sakai-ku Ichinocho-higashi 6-2-14
927 meters (0.6 ft) from Hochigai Shrine
6. Kuretake Inn Nankai Sakai-Ekimae (from USD 63)
The inn offers refreshing brightly colored rooms with thick beds and modern conveniences such as free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with a tub.
You’ll enjoy a wide selection of breakfast buffet items, which are a mix of Western and Japanese fare. You can also reward yourself with a relaxing soak in the on-site hot tub. Moreover, this hotel is a convenient place to sleep if you need access to Sakai Plaza and the airports, which are at least 23 km (14.29 mi) away.
Kuretake Inn Nankai Sakai-Ekimae
Address: Sakaiku Sakaebashicho 1-3
1.93 km (1.2 mi) from Hochigai Shrine
7. Hotel Sun Plaza Sakai (from USD 44)
The main hotel is at the corner of a street with easy access to restaurants, the Sakai train station, and the Namba area. As a guest, you can choose between capacious non-smoking and smoking rooms. All rooms are furnished with deeply cushioned beds, air conditioning, a work desk, flat-screen TVs, and ensuite bathrooms with a tub and shower.
Select rooms may have a dining area separated from the bedroom by sliding doors and features such as hearing disability access. The single room, however, is a compact space where the work desk contains a mini fridge and kettle. In-room massages are offered for your relaxation. There is an on-site restaurant serving delicious food if you don’t want to go too far for a hearty meal.
Hotel Sun Plaza Sakai
Address: Sakai-ku Ryujinbashi 1-1-20
1.97 km (1.3 mi) from Hochigai Shrine
Spend quality time in Sakai
You won’t have a tough time looking for a fantastic place to stay while in Sakai. Most of these hotels have a contemporary motif and offer the modern conveniences needed for comfortable stays. If you’re here for the festival or just sightseeing, you will have a remarkable experience in Sakai.
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