Accor is introducing its first dual branded hotel to Japan’s vibrant city of Osaka. The 288-key Mercure Tokyu Stay Osaka Namba will open its doors on 1st December 2022 in the city’s entertainment and shopping district.
Accor has teamed up with Japanese real estate company Tokyu Resorts & Stays Co., Ltd. to offer a unique property that plays to the strengths of both groups; Accor with its global reach and international loyalty program ALL - Accor Live Limitless, and Tokyu Stays’ domestic brand recognition and network, as well as its exceptional facilities for long-stay guests.
The hotel is located within a 4-minute walk from Namba station which offers a direct train line to Kansai International Airport, a gateway for international travellers, as well as easy access to local landmarks such as Shinsaibashi shopping district. “America Town” is also located nearby, a destination for visitors looking to discover Osaka’s youth culture and trends.
Garth Simmons, Chief Executive Officer, Accor Southeast Asia, Japan and South Korea said, "We are thrilled to introduce Mercure Tokyu Stay Osaka Namba, a unique and significant addition to our midscale brand portfolio in Japan. This property offers the perfect setting for local and international visitors to explore the local scene whether they are in town for business or leisure, and enjoy the warm hospitality that is unique to this region."
Authentic Italian cuisine at CENTRE M, an all-day dining restaurant specializing in fresh pastas, provides guests with a place where they can escape from the hustle and bustle of the Minami area to fully immerse themselves in a pleasant moment of dining. The breakfast buffet changes daily and features over 40 different items made with local products including a vibrant and healthy power salad and freshly baked pastries crafted in the open kitchen. The afternoon tea menu will highlight seasonal fruits as well as freshly baked financiers that can also be purchased as souvenirs.
"Mercure Tokyu Stay Osaka Namba is Tokyu Stay's first dual-brand hotel that combines the comfort expected for medium to long-term stays with the sophisticated design of the Mercure brand. Osaka Namba and Shinsaibashi area where this hotel is located, are easily accessible by bus from Kansai International Airport, and are popular areas for dining and shopping for overseas guests, especially those from Asian countries. It will continue to attract attention as a sightseeing base for Kansai in the future. With the theme of 'a hotel that travels through everyday life', Tokyu Stay, provides an extension of everyday life within reach and walking range. We anticipate that guests will discover a new charm of Osaka Namba at this sophisticated dual-branded hotel," said Toshihiro Awatsuji, President & CEO of Tokyu Resorts & Stays, Co., Ltd.