Minimalist Loft 4: Namba Compact Studio & 24/7 Gym Reviews

First of all, the communication was amazing. Fast replies and clear instructions on how to get to the apartment and how to get in. The facility was clean. It is not a bit room but as you’re not there most of the time it really doesn’t matter. The room has all facilities I needed. A desk, small kitchen with fridge, electric stove and a microwave. What made me choose this apartment was the gym. As compared to other apartments or hotels on Trip, this gym had a squat rack and barbells. I generally miss this at a hotel/ apartment gym and it was highly appreciated. I would definitely recommend this place and would book this again when I return to Osaka!

Small but nice flat in the heart of Osaka. We enjoyed the location, the gym, and the coin laundry.

I stayed for 3 nights and 4 days. First, regarding transportation, the location of the accommodation seems good. I used the Osaka Amazing Pass to move around, and since most subways pass through Namba Station nearby, it was easy to get around (10-12 minutes on foot from the accommodation). Second, regarding check-in and service. Check-in is unmanned, and if you reserve a place, you can receive check-in information in advance through Trip.com messages and receive the accommodation room password, etc. Basically, check-in time is 3 PM, but you can leave your luggage at the accommodation at 12 PM. (However, the cleaning staff may clean the place, so you cannot unpack your luggage.) Therefore, you don't have to worry about arriving earlier than the check-in time and leaving your luggage. For towels and toilet paper, it would be convenient to ask them to send it to you through Trip.com messages in advance. I received 2 large-sized towels and 2 basic-sized towels for 2 people, but since it was a 3-night, 4-day trip, there weren't enough towels, so I sent a Trip.com message to ask for additional towels, which I received the next day and used well. (They wrap them in a bag and hang them on the outside doorknob.) There is a gym and laundry room on the first floor of the accommodation. The gym has dumbbells, Smith machines, and simple exercise equipment, so you can use them. I haven't used the laundry room, so I can't speak directly about it. Those who want to use it should check it out. The third is cleanliness. In the case of multiple nights, it seems that they don't clean when you are out. (It may be possible if you request it through a Trip.com message.) When I checked in on the first day, it was before cleaning, so I could see the condition of the bed mat, and there was a slight stain. However, I don't think it's a big problem because they put a thick sheet on top after cleaning the room. (This may be a consideration for those who are sensitive to cleanliness.) The fourth is the interior layout of the room. The accommodation consists of a small kitchen, shower room (for one person), toilet, veranda, dressing table (for one person), and bed (living room). The kitchen is equipped with an induction stove, microwave, cups, bowls, chopsticks, refrigerator, and sink. The shower room has shampoo, body wash, and conditioner. The hot water can also be adjusted. There is a clothes drying rack on the veranda, so if you do laundry, you can dry it. The accommodation is not large, but I think it is in a good location for transportation, so I plan to use it again when I visit Osaka next time, and I recommend it to those who are looking for accommodation.

The experience was very good. It was the most comfortable stay among all the B&Bs in the same area. I will book it again next time I come.

Dust on surfaces. Stains on bed linen and on the toilet door. Unpleasant smell from towels.

Very good, very good