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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.

A Resort Hotel that seems to float at the tip of Kobe Port’s Naka Pier, blending seamlessly with the city. Surrounded by the sea on 270 degrees, enjoy an elegant, cruise-like stay in this exceptional location.

A landmark Hotel in Kobe Kitano overlooking the city of Kobe. The night view from the upper floors is breathtaking. ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kobe is directly connected to JR Sanyo Shinkansen and Kobe Municipal Subway "Shin-Kobe Station." It is conveniently located just one subway stop (2 minutes) from the center of Kobe, "Sannomiya." A 5-minute walk takes you to the popular tourist spot, "Kobe Kitano Ijinkan Street." The adjacent "Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden" can be reached by ropeway in about 10 minutes. Additionally, it’s a 35-minute drive to Universal Studios Japan® and about 10 minutes to "Kobe Oji Zoo," making it an ideal base for sightseeing. Enjoy a perfect location with views stretching from Mount Rokko to Osaka Bay and a relaxing space just for you...

[Renewal in October 2025] Our highly rated breakfast buffet has been upgraded! Enjoy a luxurious sukiyaki breakfast, plus a wide selection of local specialties such as Akashiyaki, Kobe Bokkake Udon, and octopus rice. Start your day energized with our fun breakfast buffet featuring live-kitchen omelets and freshly baked bread!

Located at the northern foothills of the lush Rokko Mountain, Arima Onsen. The clear streams emerging from deep valleys reflect the greenery and autumn leaves of the changing seasons, blending with the charm of the Onsen. The stone walls and sloping streets evoke the history and romance of a town that has flourished since ancient times, as recorded in the Nihon Shoki. Among them, our establishment, once known as "Kita no Bo," was bestowed the name "Hyoe" by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and we welcome you with the utmost hospitality preserved and passed down through the ages.

Since Toyotomi Hideyoshi frequently held tea ceremonies with Sen no Rikyū, Arima Onsen, known as Japan's oldest onsen with a history of 1300 years, has continuously attracted visitors. Located on a hill overlooking the onsen town, Takasansou Kanno quietly stands. It is a property where the harmony of flowers, furnishings, and architecture naturally blends into the heart.

The beauty of the earth, the beauty of the ceiling, the beauty of the heart. Encounter the four seasons, encounter people. The moment when nature and people, heart and heart become one. "Nakanobo Zuien," a long-established Ryokan in Arima Onsen, offers meticulous hospitality.

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.

The oldest Accommodation in Arima Onsen. Its name preserves the history of Ashikaga Yoshimitsu’s stay, and its location bears traces of Hideyoshi’s fondness for Arima. Inside, once frequented by Junichiro Tanizaki, you’ll find the subtle beauty of light and shadow he admired, along with a curious atmosphere that evokes Kobe’s distinctive international flair.

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.

Arima Rokusai is a resort where you can enjoy Arima Onsen’s renowned baths, exceptional cuisine, and a peaceful stay all in one place. Step away from everyday life and spend time in refined comfort. A highlight of any trip is the Onsen—and here you can savor both of Arima’s celebrated waters: “Kinsen” and “Ginsen.” Rich in iron and tinted a reddish-brown, Kinsen warms you gently to the core. Ginsen, with its smooth feel, is known for its refreshing finish after bathing. Enjoying a soak-to-soak experience to match your mood is something unique to Arima Rokusai. Stretch out in the spacious bath area and let the day’s fatigue melt away—an experience like no other. For dining, we recommend the Trattoria & Buffet “Altura,” renewed in July 2026. Centered around an open kitchen full of live energy, our buffet style lets you enjoy freshly prepared dishes, with a wide variety of menus that bring out the best of each ingredient. From trattoria favorites such as pasta and pizza to appetizers, colorful salads, hot dishes, and desserts including house-made gelato—there’s something to satisfy every generation. In this lively yet comfortable dining space befitting an evening away, enjoy moments that naturally spark great conversation. Guest rooms offer a calm atmosphere with spacious furnishings for a relaxing stay. We also have rooms where you can stay together with your dog or cat. Ideal both as a base for sightseeing and for an unhurried retreat spent entirely on property. After strolling through Arima’s charming streetscape, unwind with famous hot springs and fine cuisine—time that gently eases both body and mind. “Bath-hopping between Kinsen & Ginsen” and “a renewed dining experience at Altura.” At Arima Rokusai, savor to your heart’s content the many charms of Arima as they change with the seasons.

In the heart of Kobe, embraced by the sea and mountains, experience a new level of comfort and sophistication at this premier destination. Surrounded by vibrant cityscapes, breathtaking harbor views, and Kobe's unique international charm, Marriott Kobe welcomes you with world-class hospitality. Whether for business or leisure, enjoy convenient access to various city attractions. Explore major stations, renowned conference centers, and Kobe's celebrated cultural districts with ease.

Ocean Terrace Ajisai offers a culinary experience with carefully selected seasonal flavors. The hostess, who loves Rokko, started this property with the desire to create a place where you can enjoy delicious meals and relax in the wonderful Rokko. Enjoy a luxurious moment while gazing at the never-tiring beautiful night view of Kobe.

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.