Located in Osaka’s vibrant Nishinari Ward, the hotel will undergo extensive renovation, and is scheduled to re-open in spring 2026 as City Express by Marriott Osaka Namba South.

City Express by Marriott Osaka Namba South is planned to be a 143-room and 14-story standalone property located at Hanazono-kita, Nishinari-ku, adjacent to Hanazonochō Station on the Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line. Positioned along National Route 26 and surrounded by low-rise commercial and residential buildings, the hotel offers convenient subway and vehicular access to central Osaka.

Drawing inspiration from the local North Hanazono area of Osaka, the hotel is designed around the theme “City Rhythm in Fragments”. The fusion of North Hanazono’s raw urban energy with City Express’ streamlined functionality creates a hospitality experience that feels both grounded and elevated, a perfect balance between rhythm and order. The rebranding transforms the property into welcoming, thoughtfully designed space that serve both business and leisure travelers.

Capitalizing on the generous floorplate of the hotel, the guest rooms and public areas will undergo a full redesign to reflect a minimalist yet stylish aesthetic. Rooms will feature intuitive layouts and art inspired by Osaka’s iconic Tsutenkaku Tower and the surrounding city grid, anchoring the experience in local context. The result is a fresh hospitality concept, where international standards meet local character, powered by design and connectivity.