Nikko Airport Hotel Shuttles

A gorgeous 4-star hotel looking out at the city, Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport provides close access to flights in addition to stylish on-site perks. Each room comes with spacious living and dining area as well as sweeping views of departures from a tarmac terrace. Business-friendly perks include modern conference rooms and free Wi-Fi, with island views of Osaka Bay made possible by a few deluxe on-site restaurants. Although shuttles to Kansai International Airport are not provided, the hotel is across the street from the Kansai-Airport Train Station, which provides transfers to each terminal as well as general access to the Kanku Line’s many drops across downtown Osaka. Reserve a lift all to yourself for the freedom to bypass schedules instead, choosing between quaint vehicles like sedans, vans and SUVs in addition to relaxed meet-and-greet services such as stretched limousines and taxi cabs.

Find what makes you tick by exploring all the surrounding attractions located along the island of Tajiri, a floating patch of land mainly known for holding the airport, although nearby landmarks like the KIX Observation Hall Sky View provide wondrous views of Osaka Bay. For a wider sprawl, get some advice from the nearby Kansai Tourist Information Center, the perfect outlet for getting an overarching plan as well as exclusive tips on the day’s exclusive events. Cross the Kansai Kokusai Kuko Renraku-kyo afterward, a toll road that leads to Osaka’s vibrant village atmosphere of Rinku Town, home to tranquil seaside lookouts at Rinku Park as well as the various shops & restaurants from Rinku Pleasure Town Seacle. Also located across the bridge is Marble Beach, a great way to make a quick escape into the area’s vast wildlife before settling for dinner near the hotel, either through Teppanyaki-style eats from ICHO or traditional Chinese at Tom-Lee.