Kobe

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Kobe Harborland featuring a bay or harbor, modern architecture and night scenes
Kobe Harborland featuring a bay or harbor, modern architecture and night scenes
Nunobiki Herb Park featuring a bay or harbor, landscape views and a city
Arima Hot Springs showing street scenes
Kobe showing a city and street scenes

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Where to stay in Kobe

Sannomiya featuring road cycling, signage and street scenes

Sannomiya

4.5/5(55 area reviews)

Serving as Kobe's financial, commercial, and entertainment center, Sannomiya boasts the historic Sannomiya Shrine and is a major transportation hub with Kobe-Sannomiya Station connecting various railway systems.

Sannomiya
Kobe Tower showing a bay or harbor, a city and a high rise building

Kobe City Centre

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

Consider exploring the waterfront views in Kobe City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Kobe City Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station to see more of the area.

Kobe City Centre
Zuihoji Park of Arima onsen in Kobe, Hyogo prefecture, Japan

Arimacho

Discover Arimacho, memorable for its hot springs. Popular attractions in Arimacho include Arima Onsen and Kin no yu, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Arima Onsen Station.

Arimacho
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Chuo Ward

5/5(1 area review)

Travelers choose Chuo Ward for its waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.

Chuo Ward
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Hyogo

4/5(1 area review)

Discover the impressive Hyogo Daibutsu at Nōfuku-ji temple and explore Yanagihara Ebisu Shrine, both easily accessible from Hyogo Station. Shop at Kobe City Central Wholesale Market and Aeon mall for a diverse experience.

Hyogo
Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum featuring a garden and flowers

Higashinada

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Higashinada is well-liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Port of Kobe and Mount Rokko are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Island Kitaguchi Station or Island Center Station to get around.

Higashinada
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is AED 215 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
AED 215
AED 260 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,659 reviews)
Good location. Don't like the machine to check in. Comfortable bed.

Reviewed on 25 February 2026

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

4.5 out of 5
Dojimahama 1-chome 1-27 Osaka Osaka
The price is AED 545 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
AED 545
AED 599 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,439 reviews)
Clean rooms, nice views, great location

Reviewed on 20 February 2026

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,282 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on 24 February 2026

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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3 out of 5
Kitarokko-4512-249 Rokkosancho Nada Ward Kobe Hyogo
Stay at this cabin in Kobe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Arima Onsen and Rokkosan Ski Area are located ...
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THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

4.5 out of 5
3-2-27 Kasugade Minami, Konohana-ku Osaka Osaka
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Universal Studios Japan and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
Very clean and decent room space. Best has laundry in room. Hot spring to use and paid message chair near hot spring

Reviewed on 24 February 2026

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
Hotel Residence unito NAMBA Motomachi

Hotel Residence unito NAMBA Motomachi

2 out of 5
2-13-8 Osaka Osaka
Stay at this aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and climate control. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
Spaces are tight, but has everything. Love having a kitchen! The closest subway station is 10 min walk and It's roughly 15 min walk to Namba station.

Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Hotel Residence unito NAMBA Motomachi
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Reviews of Kobe

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Kobe is located next to the big city of Osaka about 23minutes train ride very convenient safe and quiet than Osaka.Same level of hotel cost half price.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great city!!! A must on any itinerary to Japan.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Fun city and good vibe. Not too crowded except at illuminations.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The city is easy to get around. There are a lot of underground malls, that are great to explore for eating and shopping.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful city to visit and the people were very friendly.

5/5 - Excellent

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