Kobe Hotels

Kobe has a wide range of hotels and guesthouses catering to all budgets. Here, we introduce the main hotels located in central Kobe (in the main districts of the city).

Hotel Okura Kobe – image © Booking.com

The following list highlights a range of places to stay in Kobe with information on location and how to find them.

Hotel Okura Kobe

Hotel Okura Kobe – image © Booking.com

Located right in front of Meriken Park on the Kobe waterfront, Hotel Okura Kobe is a short walk from most attractions in the Motomachi area, including Harbourland and Chinatown. The hotel offers a free shuttle service from Sannomiya Station that runs every 20 minutes or so.

Rooms are relatively spacious by Japanese standards, with lovely views of the surrounding bay area. It should be noted that the decor and facilities are a little dated; but that’s to be expected since it’s been open for 30-odd years. Beds are on the firm side. The breakfast buffet here is very decent.

There’s a fitness centre and swimming pool onsite, but be warned that even hotel guests will have to pay a fee to use these facilities. Having either of these is a rarity at Japanese hotels; and charging when they do is common practice. Consider yourself forewarned.

Japanese name: ホテルオークラ神戸
Japanese address: 〒650-8560 神戸市中央区波止場町2-1
English address: 2-1 Hatoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, 650-8560
Internet/wifi access: wifi and LAN cable access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest transport: Subway: 7-minute walk from exit 2 of Minatomotomachi Station on the Kobe Municipal Subway Kaigan Line. Train: 12-minute walk from the east exit of Motomachi Station on the JR Kobe Line and Hanshin Main Line.
Telephone: +81-78-333-0111
District: Bay
Website: Official Website

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Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel

Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel – image © Booking.com

If it’s a comfortable and convenient stay you’re looking for, the Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel is an excellent choice. Rooms are large by Japanese standards, with gorgeous views of the harbour. We like the bathroom with its separate shower and bathtub, as well as the modern toilets. Breakfast is delicious and made even better being served on the 17th floor. However, you’re much better off skipping the hotel restaurants and heading out to town for dinner. The hotel also offers a free shuttle bus to and from the station.

Japanese name: 神戸メリケンパークオリエンタルホテル
Japanese address: 〒650-0042 神戸市中央区波止場町5-6
English address: 5-6 Hatoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, 650-0042
Internet/wifi access: wifi and LAN cable access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest transport: Subway: 10-minute walk from exit 2 of Minatomotomachi Station on the Kobe Municipal Subway Kaigan Line. Train: 15-minute walk from the west exit of Motomachi Station on the JR Kobe Line and Hanshin Main Line.
Telephone: +81-78-325-8111
District: Bay
Website: Official Website

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Recommended Hotels In Kobe

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Centurion Hotel Grand Kobe Station

Centurion Hotel Grand Kobe Station – image © Booking.com

Conveniently located right at Kobe Station and within walking distance of Meriken Park, a stay at the Centurion Hotel generally represents good value for money. Rooms are decently-sized for Japanese hotels, but not palatial. They’re clean and modern if basic, but well-outfitted with all the amenities you need. We especially like the showers with their high water pressure, and that the room windows actually open–that’s not always the case at Japanese hotels. Ask for rooms on the higher floors if possible. Breakfast is alright, but nothing to write home about. It’s not a bad place to spend a few nights.

Japanese name: センチュリオンホテル グランド神戸駅前
Japanese address: 〒650-0025 神戸市中央区相生町2-3-7
English address: 2-3-7 Aioi-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, 650-0025
Internet/wifi access: wifi and LAN cable access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest transport: Train: 2-minute walk from the north exit of Kobe Station on the JR Kobe Line.
Telephone: +81-78-599-6120
District: Bay
Website (Japanese): Official Website

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Hotel La Suite Kobe Harborland

Hotel La Suite Kobe Harborland – image © Booking.com

If you’re looking for a special hotel that’s a cut above the rest, give La Suite Kobe Harborland a whirl. Those who have stayed at the Ritz or the Peninsula can expect similar levels of service. Rooms here are on the extra-luxe side – suites even come with jacuzzi baths and massage chairs! That’s not to mention the splendid views of the surrounding harbour. While the hotel breakfast is delicious, eating in the hotel at dinnertime gets pricey. We suggest skipping the hotel restaurants and room service, and heading out to town for dinner instead. A stay here does come at a price, but it’s a great choice if you’re willing to splash out.

Japanese name: ホテル ラ・スイート神戸ハーバーランド
Japanese address: 〒650-0042 神戸市中央区波止場町7-2
English address: 7-2 Hatoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, 650-0042
Internet/wifi access: wifi and LAN cable access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest transport: Subway: 5-minute walk from exit 1 of Minatomotomachi Station on the Kobe Municipal Subway Kaigan Line.
Telephone: +81-78-371-1111
District: Bay
Website: Official Website

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Kobe Motomachi Tokyu REI Hotel

Kobe Motomachi Tokyu REI Hotel – image © Booking.com

Conveniently located near Motomachi Station, this hotel is great for those who want to be near most tourist attractions. It’s a short walk to Chinatown as well as to the waterfront. Rooms are clean, compact and functional, with good WiFi, but we particularly like the walk-in shower. While the room is well-soundproofed, light sleepers may find the air-conditioning in the room a little loud. Consider earplugs. Breakfast is decent though options are limited; still, the free coffee and tea from 3pm onwards in the lounge might make up for it. Hotel staff are friendly and helpful. Incidentally, some guests may also find multiple sources of piped-in music in the lobby a little irritating, but it’s not exactly a dealbreaker.

Japanese name: 神戸元町 東急REIホテル
Japanese address: 〒650-0023 神戸市中央区栄町通1-2-35
English address: 1-2-35 Sakaemachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, 650-0023
Internet/wifi access: wifi and LAN cable access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest transport: Subway: 2-minute walk from exit 1 of Kyukyoryuchi-Daimarumae Station on the Kobe Municipal Subway Kaigan Line. Train: 4-minute walk from the east exit of Motomachi Station on the JR Kobe Line and Hanshin Main Line.
Telephone: +81-78-327-0109
District: Sannomiya-Motomachi
Website: Official Website

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Kobe Sannomiya Union Hotel

Kobe Sannomiya Union Hotel – image © Booking.com

Union Hotel isn’t luxurious by any means, but it is a decent, budget-friendly choice for a short stay in Kobe, especially for business travellers. Rooms are clean, quiet, and compact, and equipped with everything you need. Hair dryers are very necessary! Pillows are on the hard side, but this isn’t unusual for Japanese hotels. A special mention must go to the hotel staff, who are warm and accommodating. The breakfast buffet has a surprisingly wide variety of dishes. We like the free shuttle bus service to and from Sannomiya Station, too. Our only gripe is that WiFi signal in the rooms can be a little weak.

Japanese name: 神戸三宮ユニオンホテル
Japanese address: 〒651-0087 神戸市中央区御幸通2-1-10
English address: 2-1-10 Goko-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, 651-0087
Internet/wifi access: wifi and LAN cable access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest transport: Train and Subway: 10-minute walk from Sannomiya / Kobe Sannomiya Station.
Telephone: +81-78-242-3000
District: Sannomiya-Motomachi
Website: Official Website

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ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe

ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe – image © Booking.com

ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe is a 5-star hotel located right next to Shin-Kobe Station. Location-wise, it’s convenient if you’re planning on day trips by bullet train out to Kyoto, Osaka, or Himeji; it’s also right next to the cable car that takes you to Nunobiki Herb Garden. Rooms are relatively spacious, with large bathtubs in the ensuite bathroom, and good views at the higher levels. We especially like the comfortable pillows, toiletries, and amenities such as bath salts and eye masks in the rooms. Breakfast has enough variety between Japanese and Western choices to keep most people happy. The 24-hour fitness centre on site is a real rarity in Japan, so if having a hotel gym is important to you, we recommend booking a stay here. The hotel staff are professional and helpful if not particularly effusive. Overall, a pleasant and reasonably priced hotel stay.

Japanese name: ANAクラウンプラザホテル神戸
Japanese address: 〒650-0002 神戸市中央区北野町1
English address: 1 Kitano-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, 650-0002
Internet/wifi access: wifi access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest transport: Subway: Directly connected to Shinkobe Station on the Kobe Municipal Subway Seishin-Yamate Line.
Telephone: +81-78-291-1121
District: Kitano-cho
Website: Official Website

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Kobe Portopia Hotel

Kobe Portopia Hotel – image © Booking.com

Located out on Port Island near Kobe Airport, Kobe Portopia Hotel is popular with business travellers attending conferences at the proximal exhibition centre. Rooms are comfortable, and large for Japan, and well-outfitted with all the amenities you might need. The room size in particular might explain the slightly higher prices. The breakfast buffet is pretty decent, and the splendid views from the 30th floor don’t hurt either. The hotel also has a swimming pool and fitness centre, but you’ll need to pay extra to use them. Don’t be too surprised; this is common practice in Japan. While Portopia Hotel isn’t centrally located, the free shuttle service to Sannomiya Station makes up for the mild inconvenience. Alternatively, it’s only 10 minutes by train into central Kobe.

Japanese name: 神戸ポートピアホテル
Japanese address: 〒650-0046 神戸市中央区港島中町6-10-1
English address: 6-10-1 Minatojima-naka-machi, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, 650-0046
Internet/wifi access: wifi access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest transport: Train: 2-minute walk from the east exit of Shimin Hiroba Station on the Port Liner.
Telephone: +81-78-302-1111
District: Bay
Website: Official Website

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Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kobe Sannomiya

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kobe Sannomiya – image © Booking.com

We like that this hotel is centrally located right near Sannomiya Station. The area has many bars and restaurants, so you won’t be short on eating options or places to check out. Rooms at Sotetsu Fresa Inn are compact but well-equipped with everything you might need; we especially appreciate the USB sockets and the shower with high water pressure. The hotel staff are generally friendly and helpful. Conveniently, there’s a coin-operated laundry in the hotel. One small downside: the buffet breakfast is made up of entirely Japanese options – fine if you like Japanese food – but there are many bakeries in Kobe if you’re hankering after bread and pastries in the morning. Luckily, there’s coffee for those of us who need a jolt of caffeine to start the day.

Japanese name: 相鉄フレッサイン 神戸三宮
Japanese address: 〒651-0095 神戸市中央区旭通5-2-3
English address: 5-2-3 Asahi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, 651-0095
Internet/wifi access: wifi access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest transport: Train and Subway: 3-minute walk from the JR east exit of Sannomiya / Kobe Sannomiya Station.
Telephone: +81-78-570-2031
District: Sannomiya-Motomachi
Website: Official Website

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UNIZO INN Kobe Sannomiya

UNIZO INN Kobe Sannomiya – image © Booking.com

Opened in 2018, this is a relatively new hotel located between Sannomiya and Shin-Kobe Station. It’s located a little distance from train stations, making it fairly quiet and peaceful, but it might be a little inconvenient if you have many suitcases. Rooms are clean, tidy, and comfortable. In addition to the usual amenities, we like that there’s a coffee maker, a universal power adapter, and a wooden board for laptop work in bed. The hotel also has a coin-operated laundry machine. If you’re not keen on breakfast at the hotel, there are plenty of bakeries, cafes, and restaurants in the surrounding Sannomiya area. Overall, a stay here is decent value for money.

Japanese name: ユニゾイン神戸三宮
Japanese address: 〒651-0097 神戸市中央区布引町2-1-9
English address: 1-9 Nunobiki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, 651-0097
Internet/wifi access: wifi and LAN cable access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest transport: Subway and Train: 6-minute walk from the subway east exit 2 of Sannomiya / Kobe Sannomiya Station.
Telephone: +81-78-230-0381
District: Kitano-cho
Website: Official Website

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Arima Rokusai

Arima Rokusai – image © Booking.com

Do you prefer Western-style sleeping arrangements, but still want to soak in a proper hot spring? Arima Rokusai has you covered. This 5-star resort is a fine option for travellers looking to stay overnight in Arima Onsen. Rooms are spacious, while the beds are comfortable and on the firm side. Breakfast and dinner are served buffet-style, and while dishes aren’t ultra-luxe, they’re good meals overall. There’s even an indoor pool if you can’t do without a swim on vacation. Best of all, there are hot spring baths with two different kinds of water piped in. We also like that check-out is at a leisurely 11:00am!

Japanese name: 有馬六彩
Japanese address: 〒651-1401 神戸市北区有馬町341-1
English address: 341-1 Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe-shi, 651-1401
Internet/wifi access: wifi and LAN cable access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest transport: Train: 12-minute walk from Arima-Onsen Station on the Shintetsu Arima Line.
Telephone: +81-78-903-5631
District: Arima Onsen
Website: Official Website

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Oriental Hotel Kobe

Oriental Hotel Kobe – image © Booking.com

Right on Kobe Harbour, the Oriental is a luxury hotel with a twist. The spacious rooms have been individually styled with a great eye and the upper floors have some excellent views of the bay or the city. Reception is at the top and a stunning introduction to the whole area. Service is a strong point and the overall experience is of quality and care.

Japanese name: オリエンタルホテル
Japanese address: 〒650-0034 神戸市中央区京町25
English address: 25 Kyo-machi, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, 650-0034
Internet/wifi access: wifi and LAN cable access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest transport: Subway: 6-minute walk from exit 3 of Kyukyoryuchi-Daimarumae Station on the Kobe Municipal Subway Kaigan Line. Train: 10-minute walk from Sannomiya / Kobe Sannomiya Station.
Telephone: +81-78-326-1500
District: Sannomiya-Motomachi
Website: Official Website

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