【PR】Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda: First-hand Review

Just a six-minute walk from JR Osaka Station, Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda is a new hotel in the city center with convenient access to nearby subway and train lines, great for both business and sightseeing.

The hotel offers many attractions, such as a “beauty and health” themed breakfast provided by a group company of the Michelin-starred Ginza Onodera restaurant, high quality guest rooms that are carefully selected for their amenities, fixtures, and space, and the hotel’s first “Mirabelle zero” system!

What is Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda like?

Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda is a high-grade hotel offering a relaxing, high-quality space in Osaka’s Umeda district, the center of business and tourism. The hotel is a 6-minute walk from JR Osaka Station and within 5 minutes from each train line, making it a popular choice for both business and leisure travelers.

It pays particular attention to breakfast, fixtures, and amenities, as well as guest rooms, so that guests can relax and enjoy their stay.

[Video Guide] Access from Osaka Station to the hotel

The metropolis of Osaka Umeda has well-developed underground passageways, and first-time visitors tend to get lost. We went through the underground passage Whitey Umeda from JR Osaka Station Midosuji South Exit and went aboveground via the 7-75 stairway exit.
We were able to access the site smoothly by following the landmarks!We arrived safely! The entrance to the hotel looks like this. It has a sense of luxury. It’s next to the Ohatsu Tenjin shopping street lined with restaurants, so you can have dinner in the evening!

[NEW] SPA 爐 -IRORI- by Izumi Tenku no Yu ※ For hotel guests only

The much-hyped spa complex just opened on August 1! In addition to the Large public bath and sauna, there are many good things for beauty, such as Hot stoned bath, enzyme baths, and esthetic treatments! This quality is too amazing for a hotel!
*Special bathing suits are worn for this photo shoot.Large public bath and Hot stoned bath <6:00- 25:00>
*Free for hotel guests, no reservation required.

The spacious bathhouse can accommodate up to 20 people. For those who want to relax, there is also a bath that you can have all to yourself. There are plenty of amenities in the women’s area! We even have cleansing products that are often forgotten so you don’t need to bring anything ✨.

Hot stoned bat is so comfortable that you might fall asleep. Alternating between the intense hot room of over 50 degrees Celsius and another refreshing room with a temp of 15 degrees Celsius is an exhilarating experience! After working up a sweat, you need to rehydrate, and we have five different drinks to choose from, but we recommend the apple tea! It’s rich and sweet and highly recommended ◎Private Sauna <9:00-24:00 Last entry 22:00>
Private bath & Sauna <9:00-24:00 Last entry 22:00>
*Both for an additional charge, reservation required.

There are two types of saunas: a private bath and sauna where you can enjoy the popular Mira Bath and a private sauna with a cold water bath for a thorough conditioning! It’s also outfitted with infinity chairs, a must for sauna lovers. In addition, sauna hats, made of fluffy and comfortable material, are available for rent! Just wearing it makes you feel excited!
The Private Bath & Sauna even has a projector! It was my first experience to enjoy a sauna and bath while watching YouTube, Amazon Prime, and other videos of my choice, and I was very excited. The bathtub can be lit up, so please darken the room and experience the fantastic space♪

Enzyme bath (fermented warm wood bath) <10:00-22:00 Last entry 20:00>.
The Beauty Suite <10:00-24:00 Last entry 22:00>
*Additional charge for both, reservation required.

These two rooms are recommended for those who want to have glowing, smooth skin. The first time I experienced an enzyme bath, I was hooked because it warmed my body from the core, even though no electricity or gas was used! The power of fermentation is unbelievable. It is a powder, so when you rinse it off in the shower, it goes down smoothly and quickly, which is also addictive!

In The Beauty Suite, high-end beauty products such as Jibun de Esthe machines and Denki Bari brushes are available.
I’ve never seen anything like this anywhere else, where you can experience everything in one room!
A spa complex full of firsts. Please go there for a daily reward.

▼ See the video.

First, check in at the front desk

The typical  image of a hotel front desk is one of a check-in counter with many staff members lined up, but the Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda, however,  looks like the entrance of a condominium. It is refined and beautiful.

Self Service Check-in Kiosk

Use the self check-in machine. If you do not understand, the hotel staff will assist you.

Choose your free amenities!

After check-in, don’t miss out on the complimentary amenities that are beautifully arranged on the front table.
A wide variety of cleansers, face washes, toners, creams, and packs are available.
Not only is it fragrant and soothing to use, but it is also organic.

Choose a free aroma to scent your room

After amenities, choose from 11 aromas to enjoy in your room.
In addition to a wide variety of fragrances, from those that induce a pleasant sleep to fresh scents, there are also seasonal scents, which may be one of the reasons why there are so many repeat customers.

The customer service is spectacular

Another thing you want to emphasize in a hotel is the customer service of the staff.
Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda received a high rating of 4.6 on a major review site for both overall rating and staff customer service!
He was very nice and considerate to help us with any questions about sightseeing, dining, etc.

Leisurely in your room

After check-in, you will be briefed on the next day’s breakfast and taken to your room.
I quickly changed into loungewear and relaxed. The fact that it is a separate type of loungewear is a nice point. It is also very comfortable. So far I have told you about the charms of Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda, but the real work begins here.

High quality relaxing space

While business hotels are usually equipped with minimal facilities such as a desk, bed, and TV, the Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda is completely different, with rooms so designed for relaxation that you may forget you are in the city.

Smaller bed area

The room we stayed in this time is “KAGARI”.
The guest room bed space, which exudes a modern Japanese atmosphere, has a small raised floor where you can relax and take off your shoes.
Take off your shoes to feel a sense of openness, and the finest Simmons beds will gently envelop you.
The fragrance you selected at the front desk will gently waft into the room, relaxing your body and mind naturally.

Introduction of Mirable ZERO

The Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda is also the first hotel to install Mirable zero in all guest rooms.
Ultrafine bubbles, which are bubbles less than 1μm in diameter, reach the smallest details of the skin and remove dirt from pores.

Shampoo and conditioner developed in-house

The shampoo and conditioner at Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda are developed in-house!
I am not used to using hotel shampoos and conditioners, and they tend to be creaky and stiff, but I have dry skin, and this one left my skin moist and shiny without any problems.

NanoCare hair dryer

Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda is equipped with Panasonic’s Hair Dryer Nanocare EH-NA0G, the most popular hair dryer in the world. The large air volume dries hair quickly and leaves it soft and smooth.

Barmuda speakers

What surprised me the most is that it is equipped with Barmuda M01A BK speakers!
I have never seen such high quality speakers prepared in a hotel before.
Put on your favorite music and relax.
*Small area around the bed, Hair dryer Nanocare EH-NAOG and BALMUDA speakers are only available for Bonfire-KAGARI.

To Dinner

After thoroughly enjoying the room, we went to dinner.
In addition to being located in the heart of the city, Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda is situated in the Ohatsu Tenjin shopping arcade, so you can enjoy your meal without getting wet even on rainy days.

HOLZ, diagonally across from the hotel

This time we went to HOLZ, a hotel staff favorite.
This is a new business model of New Munich, an authentic Kansai beer hall established in 1958.
Go down the stairs to the basement floor.
Entering through the skeleton entrance, you will find an adult hideout space!

Spacious atmosphere

Lit by soothing background music and indirect lighting, the bar counter, beer counter, tables that can seat many people, tables that can seat four people, and private rooms that can be used according to the occasion. The restaurant is also equipped with a private room.

Course meal

We had a course meal this time.
Smoked salmon and seasonal vegetables
fish cutlet sandwich
Wagyu Beef Meatballs with Madera Sauce Truffle
Choice of pasta (cream or tomato)
apple sherbet
They all look beautiful and perfectly photogenic!
Each bite is filled with sighs.
The drinks are not only delicious, but also very photogenic.
Recommended for dates and girls’ parties.

Two nights and three days are recommended for sightseeing in Osaka!

After relaxing and unwinding, we will go sightseeing in Osaka on the second and third days!
Osaka has many tourist attractions, but Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda is in an excellent location, making it easy to get anywhere from various train lines.

Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda breakfast

Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda has more points of interest!
One thing you should definitely enjoy is the breakfast served at the Michelin-starred Ginza Onodera group of restaurants!
The theme of the breakfast is “beauty and health,” and the food is gentle on the body.
Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda attracts many guests from overseas, and Japanese cuisine has become a representative breakfast of Japan.
Daily specials include chirashizushi with Kyoto pickles and three kinds of grilled fish served daily in our live kitchen.
The most notable of these is the “Matcha Blancmange” supervised by Ginza Onodera, which is offered in limited quantities.
Enjoy a special matcha blancmange with a rich matcha flavor and a hint of cheese.

Kururun

Breakfast is now available to non-guests from this spring.

Go sightseeing in Osaka!

Now, after a delicious breakfast to recharge your batteries, you are ready for sightseeing!
This time we had a full day of fun at Kaiyukan and USJ.
Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka-Umeda’s easy access to all areas and short travel times make it possible to visit tourist spots efficiently, which is another of Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka-Umeda’s strong points.

Check out

On the third day, we finished breakfast and went to check out.
Checking out was as easy with the machine as check-in.

Kururun

This is great information♪

Baggage can be checked in early

The trouble with sightseeing is where to check in your baggage, and depending on the time of day, you may be refused.
Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda offers free baggage check-in!
You can use the room safely even before check-in.

Lowest price for reservations through the official website

Here are more deals!
Although there are many booking sites,
Booking from the official website of Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda is the lowest price!
Please check it out.

Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda Access

[Electric Cars]
2 minutes walk from “Higashi Umeda” station on Osaka Metro Tanimachi line.
3 minutes walk from “Umeda” station on Midosuji Line, Osaka Metro.
Osaka-Umeda” station on the Hanshin Main Line 4 min. walk
6 minutes walk from “Osaka” station on JR line.
6 minutes walk from “Osaka-Umeda” station on Hankyu Kobe line, Takarazuka line and Kyoto line.

[Car]
Please use nearby parking lots.

Hotel details

Facility Name: Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda
Address: 2-15-9 Sonezaki, Kita-ku, Osaka, 530-0057, Japan
TEL:06-6360-7531
FAX:06-6360-7532
Check-in:15:00
Check-out: 11:00
Official SNS: Instagram

[Summary]

How was it?
In this issue, we have introduced our impressions of the Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda, a high-quality urban relaxation space, the hotel’s specialties, and information on recommended sightseeing spots and gourmet food in the area.

Not only is it convenient for business and sightseeing, but the carefully designed space is sure to keep you coming back!
The hotel is located in the heart of Osaka’s city center, just a few minutes’ walk from the Osaka International Convention Center and the Osaka International Convention Center.

*This article is current as of August 9, 2023.