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Hotel Okura Kobe is a high-rise hotel located on the seaside of Kobe. With the sea to the south and the Rokko mountain range to the north, it is an "urban oasis" filled with tranquility and openness, even while situated in the heart of Kobe's city center. We promise our guests a relaxing hotel stay with heartfelt service and flavors that cater to VIPs from around the world.

Kobe Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers is a luxury Hotel selected for the Michelin Guide’s 4 Pavilions (the highest level of comfort), where you can enjoy the refined quality unique to the world-class Sheraton brand. Carrying on the spirit of more than 400 Sheraton Hotels in 75 countries, we welcome guests from around the world with carefully curated service and taste. With authenticity as our top priority, we offer spaces and services inspired by a human-centered approach to hospitality—providing the dignity befitting an international Hotel and a sense of comfortable relaxation.On Rokko Island, a man-made island city overlooking the lush greenery of the Rokko mountain range and sunlit Kobe Bay, unwind in style and savor to your heart’s content an exceptional bayside Hotel experience filled with global luxury and beauty.

Kobe Portopia Hotel, a city Resort Hotel representing the international city of Kobe. Guest rooms renewed with a focus on comfort and relaxation, a fitness & spa and beauty salon, and 13 on-site restaurants—offering an extensive range of Facility worthy of the name “city resort.” From “a gathering for two” to share special moments together to “gatherings in Kobe” for business and meetings, our staff will support every guest’s gathering with heartfelt hospitality.

A “restaurant where you can stay”—that is an auberge. Savor carefully crafted cuisine without worrying about the time, then surrender to calm relaxation after your meal. An auberge elevates a meeting with fine food into the very purpose of your journey. Dinner features “French cuisine for all five senses” by Hiroshi Yamaguchi, Executive Chef of Kobe Kitano Hotel. Breakfast is “the world’s best breakfast,” gifted by master chef Bernard Loiseau. An unprecedented journey in Kobe, colored by ultimate gastronomy—just for you.

The newly renovated "East Wing - Ginsen Semi-Open-Air Special Room," featuring 12 rooms, reopened on October 26, 2022, with state-of-the-art infection prevention facilities for a safe and comfortable stay in the With-COVID era.The "East Wing - Ginsen Semi-Open-Air Special Room" is equipped with high-performance heat exchange ventilation systems throughout the room to ensure proper air circulation. Additionally, touchless automatic doors are installed at the entrance and restroom for enhanced hygiene. The semi-open-air Onsen bath using Ginsen water also includes a mist sauna to warm your body from the inside out. Enjoy the fresh air, scenic views, and Arima's renowned Ginsen anytime.Each room features a spacious living room for relaxation, a comfortable bedroom, and a Japanese-style room where in-room dining is available. The three-room layout also includes a dedicated workspace. Spend your valuable time in this "sophisticated space" equipped with cutting-edge facilities designed for your utmost comfort.

Arima Onsen, one of Japan's oldest hot spring resorts and counted among the three most famous onsen in Japan. During the Meiji era, when Kobe opened its port to foreign trade, many foreigners visited Arima Onsen. They also visited the renowned autumn foliage spot "Kiyomizu-dera," which later became a foreigner-exclusive hotel called "Kiyomizu Hotel." The lush green grounds of "Arima Sanso Goshobessho" still retain the sacred atmosphere of that time. Goshobessho was established by Shirobei Kanai XV, the current head of "Tosen Goshobo," Arima Onsen's oldest accommodation. All 10 suite rooms at Goshobessho are detached and feature private onsen baths and low-temperature saunas known as "Thermal Rooms." One of these suites even includes the world's first treehouse-style open-air bath.

A prime location, approximately a 10-minute walk from JR Kobe Station. All 70 rooms feature spacious terrace-equipped ocean views. Experience the ultimate luxury and high-quality service unique to a small luxury Hotel, ensuring the finest stay.

Your exceptional stay begins at an elegant entrance facing the main street of the former foreign settlement.All 114 guest rooms offer a spacious layout of 33 sqm or more, where Oriental-inspired interiors and carefully selected furnishings create an atmosphere of both refinement and warmth. In addition, the Club Lounge offers premium, private-style service and indulgent moments from morning to night. In a setting defined by sophistication and timeless elegance, savor true Kobe charm along with deep relaxation and blissful comfort to your heart’s content.

The smallest hotel in Kobe, "Hotel Hana Koyado," is a property that combines the charm of a ryokan with the practicality of a hotel. Enjoy a blissful moment of relaxation by soaking in the Arima Onsen, considered Japan's oldest hot spring, to rejuvenate both body and mind.

This Ryokan is a traditional Japanese wooden restaurant inn, renovated from a now-rare villa.

The guest rooms, including the terrace, are spaciously designed with over 60 square meters. Our natural Onsen with free-flowing hot spring water will ease your tension and promise a relaxing moment. In addition to the natural Onsen, we also offer facilities such as a stone sauna, lava bath, fitness gym with an attached studio, fitness pool, and outdoor heated pool.

The "Hotel Kobe Rokko Guesthouse," a newly constructed and elegantly refined property, has been established within the Setonaikai National Park Rokko grounds as an accredited lodging project under the National Natural Park Act, marking its debut after nearly a century. From the New Japan Top 100 Mountains, you can overlook one of Japan's three major nightscapes, with the city of Kobe and the shimmering blue Seto Inland Sea as a backdrop. The natural scenery offers a grand panorama unique to Mount Rokko, where mountains, the city center, and the sea converge, creating a dramatic and expansive view due to the steep elevation differences. Experience the vibrant lights of the city center and feel the harmony they bring. We hope to share the joy of peaceful living with you at the Guesthouse, accompanied by our heartfelt hospitality.

A long-loved culinary Ryokan in Arima has reopened after a full renovation in 2023!A true master chef explains each dish carefully right in front of the guests—because only when guests are delighted can one be called first-class.This philosophy lies at the heart of Ota’s cuisine and gave rise to “Kyakumae-ryori” (chef’s counter-style dining).To let you enjoy Tadomichi Ota’s signature Kyakumae-ryori even more closely, we have created a counter-focused restaurant and, with an emphasis on privacy and comfort, equipped all six rooms with “Kinsen” open-air baths.Reborn as a Ryokan pursuing an even higher level of luxury.With thorough evolution in both facilities and hospitality, please enjoy an even more premium, captivating retreat for adults.

Arima’s Finest “Kinsen” Onsen: The Power of the Source 〜A gift of Arima, where ancient seawater from around 6 million years ago rises to the surface as an Onsen〜Inspired by Kinsen, this special space blends gold and rust tones and highlights the natural warmth of its materials, bringing together traditional and modern design.Enjoy a wonderful stay in our newly introduced Premium Japanese-Western room with free-flowing Kinsen Onsen, along with our renovated large public bath and restaurant.

A Ryokan with a rare <private Onsen source> in Arima Onsen. Enjoy not only the golden waters but also the soothing sound of the stream and natural scenery at the open-air bath along Takigawa River, featuring the symbolic "Gekkobashi" bridge. Savor a colorful Japanese buffet.

A Ryokan quietly nestled within a lush, expansive property of a thousand tsubo. After enjoying the high-quality Arima hot springs in an open-air bath surrounded by nature, savor a kaiseki meal featuring seasonal flavors. Relax and unwind in the spacious and tranquil guest rooms.

A Ryokan in Arima, Hyogo, one of Japan's three famous Onsen. Enjoy the distinctive reddish-brown 'Kin-sen' Onsen with excellent warming and moisturizing effects, along with a special meal at the first Kobe beef designated restaurant within Arima Onsen Ryokans.

A 3-minute walk from Motomachi Station, with Chinatown "Nankinmachi" right next door. Many tourist spots are within walking distance, making it an ideal location for live events, exploring the area, food tours, or business trips. The well-lit streets ensure safety even at night on your way to the hotel. The exclusive lounge for guests offers freshly brewed coffee free of charge, which can also be taken to your room. All rooms are equipped with 50-inch smart TVs where you can enjoy various video streaming services on a large screen.

Perfect location for sightseeing! Just a 5-minute walk to the Kitano Ijinkan district, ideal for a stroll through a blend of foreign culture and history. A 10-minute walk to the Shin-Kobe Ropeway station, providing access to Mt. Rokko with breathtaking views along the way. Only 35 minutes to USJ (Universal Studios Japan) by direct bus from the nearest station! Highly recommended as a base for your Kansai travels. Our guest rooms feature globally acclaimed Tempur pillows and Simmons beds, ensuring a comfortable sleep to relieve travel fatigue and provide deep relaxation. Enjoy a serene space filled with lush greenery and the light of Kobe, offering a truly relaxing experience. Perfect not only for sightseeing but also for those seeking a retreat from daily life. Experience the exotic charm of Kobe's streets and heartfelt hospitality for a special stay that will bring a smile to your face. We invite you to create unforgettable memories of Kobe at "Hotel Kitano Plaza Rokko-so."