We stayed at
Moxy Osaka Honmachi
for the first time.
Because we use the
Marriott Bonvoy Premium Card,
we often stay at Marriott hotels,
but this was our first experience with the Moxy brand.
Moxy is one of Marriott’s more
casual and playful hotel brands.
So what was it actually like
for a traveler in her 60s?
Here is our firsthand review.
What Is Moxy Osaka Honmachi Like?
Moxy Osaka Honmachi is a Marriott hotel
located in the Honmachi area of central Osaka.
The neighborhood is known as one of Osaka’s major business districts.
Nearby attractions include
Midosuji
and Semba Center Building.
With a short subway ride,
you can also reach popular areas such as
Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori,
making the hotel convenient for both sightseeing and shopping.
Access from the nearest station
Moxy Osaka Honmachi is about a
5-minute walk from Honmachi Station
on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line.
The route from the station to the hotel was straightforward,
and we had no trouble finding it.
The Chuo Line and Yotsubashi Line
also serve the area,
making it easy to travel to other parts of Osaka by subway.
Colorful Entrance and Playful Design
As soon as we entered the hotel,
we found colorful artwork everywhere.
For a hotel,
the interior felt unusually playful
and very photogenic.
There was even a giant bear.
Another huge bear was sitting by the sofa.
Very cute!
There is also a billiards table
that guests can use.
This is what the lobby looks like
from the second floor.
The hotel itself is relatively compact,
but
the high ceilings keep the space from feeling cramped.
I also liked the international atmosphere.
During our stay,
we noticed many overseas travelers
and relatively few Japanese guests.
The atmosphere felt more oriented toward
couples and younger travelers
than families with small children.
It was also fairly quiet when we stayed.
There was another bear on the second floor!
And another one here.
I started wondering how many bears
were hidden around the hotel（笑）.
If you enjoy taking photos,
this is a fun hotel to explore.
Compact but Playful Guest Rooms
Next,
let’s take a look at the guest room.
Even the elevator had colorful artwork.
At night,
the lighting gave it a completely different atmosphere.
This was the entrance to our room.
It did not feel like a typical hotel hallway.
We stayed using Marriott Bonvoy points
and had a room with one double bed.
The room was
compact, clean and modern.
The table and chairs were stored on the wall
and could be taken down when needed.
This is a clever use of space,
although the room felt slightly tighter
once the table was set up.
This is the toilet and sink area.
The design was stylish.
There was also a chair,
which we found convenient.
The pink hair dryer was cute
and had good airflow.
During our stay,
one complimentary bottle of mineral water
per guest was provided in an aluminum bottle.
The bathroom had
a shower only, with no bathtub.
There was a stool,
so it was possible to sit while showering.
That was a useful feature for us.
The shampoo and body wash
were provided in matching bottles.
I liked the fragrance,
and the shampoo was better than I expected.
There was also
a small refrigerator
and a safe.
The refrigerator was for cooling only
and did not have a freezer compartment.
Even the telephone used to call the front desk
had a retro design.
It fit perfectly with the playful Moxy style.
Drinks at the Moxy Osaka Honmachi Bar
During our stay,
we received a complimentary drink voucher,
so we stopped by the bar in the evening.
The drink menu had plenty of choices.
There were some unusual options
such as
butterscotch latte,
marshmallow hot chocolate latte,
and Irish whiskey cream.
At the time of our stay,
the prices also felt fairly reasonable for a hotel bar.
You can enjoy drinks
at the bar counter
or in this casual seating area.
The same space was also used for breakfast.
More colorful illustrations appeared on the walls here too.
Our editor loves beer,
so after looking through all the interesting drinks,
she ended up choosing beer as usual（笑）.
One of the nice things about Moxy
is that you can casually come down to the bar
and relax without dressing up.
There was also a dartboard.
Is Moxy Osaka Honmachi Good for Travelers Over 60?
Moxy Osaka Honmachi has
a casual,
colorful
and stylish atmosphere.
Even though we were in Osaka,
the international atmosphere made it feel a little like staying overseas.
During our visit,
many guests appeared to be international travelers,
and the hotel felt more suited to
couples and independent travelers
than families with small children.
But
we still enjoyed the Moxy atmosphere in our 60s.
The guest room was compact,
but because we stayed for only one night
and mainly used the room for sleeping,
the size was not a major problem for us.
The playful room design
also felt fresh and different
from more traditional hotels.
At the time of our stay,
we used
31,000 Marriott Bonvoy points
for the room.
The staff were young and casual,
which matched the relaxed atmosphere of the hotel.
The location also made sightseeing around Osaka easy.
For travelers who mainly need
a clean and stylish place to sleep
while spending most of the day exploring the city,
Moxy Osaka Honmachi can be a practical option for keeping hotel costs under control.
During this Osaka trip,
we also explored the area around
Tsutenkaku Tower.
