Sakai
Travel Guide
Visit Sakai
Where to stay in Sakai
Sakai Ward
If you're spending time in Sakai Ward, check out sights like Sakai City Hall or Fenice Sacay and hop on the metro to see more the city at Myokokuji-Mae Station or Hanataguchi Station.
Nishi Ward
While you're in Nishi Ward, take in top sights like Hamadera Park or Osaka Bay, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Suwanomori Station or Hamadera-Ekimae Station.
Kita Ward
When in Kita Ward and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Sakai City Hall or Fenice Sacay and hop on the metro to see more the city at Shinkanaoka Station or Nakamozu Station.
Minami Ward
While visiting Minami Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Sakai Green Museum Harvest Hill and Big Bang.
Naka Ward
Naka Ward might not have many top sights, but Fenice Sacay and Sakai City Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Helpful staff, one of the best hotels in Osaka. Perfect location."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Very clean and great location next to Osaka station with lots of amenities around. You do need to navigate 2 sets of lifts and it can get busy so just need to watch time a little - especially around checkout at 12. It’s a huge hotel and immaculately kept. Good coffee machine at reception."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"Beautiful property and great location. Very convenient to trains and attractions. Will be coming back again!"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
"For anyone planning to visit Universal Studios this place is ideal! Close to a transit station, only 1 stop to Universal or could walk there (15-20 mins walk). Vending machines for drinks and ice cream in the lobby area. Self Check in is done through a tablet, no customer service reps there so be ..."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Unito Hotel Residence NAMBA Motomachi
"It was incredibly nice inside and most of the workers also could speak English!!"
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026
Eslead Hotel Namba Daikokucho
"Room was spacious"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Japan
Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Osaka Castle
Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees.
Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
