Featured Hotels Near St. Andrew's University

Izumi City Student Stay Lodge is ideal for academic visitors, located just an 8-minute walk from Takayama Gakuen University. The rooms feature dedicated study desks and high-speed Wi-Fi, perfect for research or language exchange programs. With shared lounge areas and quiet zones, it fosters a productive yet relaxed atmosphere. Easy access to Izumi-Chūō Station connects you directly to Namba in Osaka within 25 minutes. For exclusive rates, check availability through the HopeGoo app.

Izumi City Family Resort Hotel offers spacious rooms with crib rentals, kids’ playroom, and complimentary shuttle service to campus. Ideal for families visiting students, it features themed family suites and hosts weekend traditional Japanese craft workshops such as washi paper art and tea ceremony basics. Located just a 6-minute walk from Izumi City Public Library, it’s perfect for educational outings. Reserve your stay early via the HopeGoo platform to secure preferred dates.

Walk 7 minutes west along Izumi Cultural Avenue to SumiZome Workshop Café, a charming fusion of handmade ceramics and specialty coffee. It features daily limited-edition student-designed coasters and an open studio space where guests can try painting. Nearby, Izumi Creative Box at the campus south corner sells locally crafted illustrations, artisan soaps, and hosts rotating mini-art exhibitions. Both spots accept cash and digital payments, offering a relaxing way to immerse in local creativity.

A 5-minute walk from the university leads to Izumi-Chūō Station, served by Nankai Electric Railway. Trains run hourly to Namba in Osaka, taking just 25 minutes, with express options reducing travel time to 18 minutes. The station features multilingual ticket machines and digital displays in English and Chinese. For convenience and savings, use the HopeGoo app to purchase one-way or day passes with real-time schedule alerts.

The Izumi River Green Path is ideal for nighttime walks, starting just east of campus and stretching 1.2 km with warm yellow lighting and rest benches. Lined with cherry and maple trees, it transforms into a breathtaking scene during autumn when red leaves reflect on the water. Interactive light installations along the route glow in response to touch, creating playful moments for visitors. Best experienced after 6 PM to enjoy peaceful views of city lights blending with nature. Admission is free and open to all.

Izumi City Central Hotel provides complimentary on-site parking located directly opposite the campus north entrance. With ample spaces and 24/7 surveillance, it’s convenient for self-driving guests, faculty, or visitors. Parking is just a 3-minute walk from the lobby. The facility also includes EV charging stations and luggage storage lockers. For real-time availability and guaranteed parking, book through the HopeGoo app.