9 Best Hotels in Osaka, Japan, to Rest and Recharge | Condé Nast Traveler

"Attracting a globe-trotting mix of creative professionals and discerning leisure travelers who appreciate thoughtful design over flashy amenities, Zentis Osaka’s light-filled lobby lounge is where you might spot digital nomads tapping away at their laptops while a family of four ascends the distinctive limestone staircase that leads toward Upstairz restaurant. Expect interiors with an industrial-chic aesthetic that embraces Japanese minimalism. The 212 guest rooms are comfortably sized, with walk-in showers, a soft, earthy palette, and calligraphic brushstroke artwork above beds. Don't miss Upstairz bar, where award-winning head bartender Norihiko Furuse has created a menu of delectable cocktails, like a velvety nightcap of Oloroso sherry, Mancino vermouth, and bitters—reason enough to visit even if you’re not staying at the hotel." - Melinda Joe