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| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Centurion Hotel Grand Kobe Station |
7.9 / 10 (2450 Reviews) |
From 68$ | |
| Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel |
8.7 / 10 (6512 Reviews) |
From 72$ | |
| Capsule Hotel Kobe Sannomiya (Adults Only) |
7.3 / 10 (1340 Reviews) |
From 23$ | |
| Hotel Sunroute Sopra Kobe Annesso |
8.2 / 10 (1284 Reviews) |
From 37$ | |
| R&B Hotel Kobe Motomachi |
6.8 / 10 (676 Reviews) |
From 55$ |
In Kobe, Japan there are many great places to stay, but if you’re looking for convenience and a great location, Central hotels are the best choice. Centrally located in Kobe, most of the city’s attractions are within walking distance, and the hotel is also close to the main train station and bus terminal. There are a variety of Central hotels to choose from, including both Western and Japanese style, so you can find the perfect one for your needs. The staff are also multilingual and can help you with everything from booking tours to getting around town. So if you’re looking for a great place to stay in Kobe, Japan, Central hotels are the way to go.
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Best Hotels in Central Kobe
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The 3-star Centurion Hotel Grand Kobe includes a vending machine and a lift and lies around 5 minutes' walk from Hashiudo Shrine.
The hotel is set in the Chuo Ward district, within walking distance of Okurayama underground station. The accommodation is within 20 minutes' walk of Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street and approximately 5 minutes' walk from Harborland. There is Nankin-machi nearly a 20-minute walk away, while Kobe Station Terminus bus station adjacent to this Kobe hotel. Kobe airport is 0.5 km from the property and Shin Kobe train station is approximately 3.8 km away.
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Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel
From 72$
Featuring an indoor pool, the perfect Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel is set within 15 minutes' drive of the 698.6-metre-high mountain "Mount Maya". This Kobe hotel is placed a 5-minute ride from Ikuta Shrine, and invites guests to one of the 5 onsite restaurants.
The 5-star luxury property lies in the heart of Kobe, in the Kobe Bay district, within short walking distance to Kawasaki Good Times World Technology Museum. The Meriken Park Oriental is also situated within a 5-minute stroll of the sightseeing Kobe Port Tower. This perfect accommodation is placed at a moderate distance from Osaka Bay. Along with other cultural attractions Kobe Anpanman Museum is nestled just a short drive from Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel. Shin Kobe train station is approximately 3.5 km away, and Minatomotomachi underground station is just a 10-minute walk away.
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Set a 10-minute ride from Kawasaki Good Times World Technology Museum, the 2-star Capsule Hotel Kobe Sannomiya includes 104 rooms. This Kobe capsule hotel entices guests with public parking, available nearby.
The property in Sannomiya where you transfer to the Kōbe-shiei chikatetsu Line is 25 minutes on foot from Nunobiki Falls and relatively near such shopping venues as Mint Kobe. It is approximately a 10-minute ride from Meriken Park and 0.6 km from Kitano-cho. Families travelling to Kobe will enjoy being about a 10-minute ride from Kobe Oji Zoo. Sannomiya underground station is set within an easy walking distance to Capsule Hotel Kobe Sannomiya.
Hotels in Kobe City Centre With Parking
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Featuring a bureau de change and a vending machine, the 3-star Hotel Sunroute Sopra Kobe Annesso is set about a 10-minute drive from Kobe Maritime Museum. The hotel comes with Wi-Fi throughout the property.
This property is situated in the very heart of Kobe, within walking distance of Minatogawa Park. The sightseeing Kobe Port Tower is approximately 25 minutes on foot from the hotel, while Kobe airport is 0.5 km from it. The accommodation is placed relatively near Osaka Bay. The nearby cultural experience includes Kobe City Museum, which is a 5-minute ride away. Kobe Station Terminus bus station is within 10 minutes' stroll of this Kobe hotel, while At One lies 10 minutes away by car.
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R&B Hotel Kobe Motomachi
From 55$
The 3-star R&B Hotel Kobe Motomachi, located within 5 minutes' drive of Nunobiki Falls, features a vending machine and a lift. This Kobe hotel is in Motomachi, which centers on its namesake shopping street, lined with upscale department stores and Japanese fashion boutiques, at a medium distance from such natural sights as Meriken Park.
The property is placed about 0.5 km from Kobe airport and a short distance from Stone Spa. Standing a 5-minute walk from Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street, the R&B Hotel Kobe Motomachi is a 10-minute drive from the municipal Kobe Oji Zoo. The decorative Kobe Port Tower is 16 minutes' walk from the accommodation, and Shin Kobe is situated approximately 2.2 km away. R&B Hotel Kobe Motomachi is around 10 minutes' walk from Sannomiya Terminal bus station and just a walk down to Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae underground station.
Hotels in Kobe
| Airport nearby 🛬 | Itami, Kansai International, Tajima, Tokushima Awaodori, Kobe |
| Rating 🏅 | 38 |
| Kobe Hotels 🛎️ | 210 |
| Nearby Cities 🌇 | Fukiaicho, Ogo, Hayashi |
| Min Price 💸 | 19$ |
| Family Hotel 👪 | Centurion Hotel Grand Kobe Station |
| Hotel with a view 🔍 | Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel |
| Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Capsule Hotel Kobe Sannomiya (Adults Only) |
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Featuring a lift and a vending machine, the 3-star Kobe Sannomiya Union Hotel is 10 minutes' drive from the waterfront Meriken Park. Set at a medium distance from Kobe East Park, this business hotel boasts Japanese dishes served at the onsite à la carte restaurant.
The modern property is located in Sannomiya where you transfer to the Kōbe-shiei chikatetsu Line, a 10-minute walk from Onohachiman Shrine. The Sannomiya Union Kobe offers proximity to natural sights like the 698.6-metre-high mountain "Mount Maya" (4.3 km) and the indoor Kobe Animal Kingdom Gardens (4.9 km). Ikuta Shrine lies 15 minutes' walk away, and Sannomiya Hanadokeimae is within walking distance to the accommodation. Kobe Sannomiya Union Hotel is about 10 minutes' walk from Highway Terminal bus stop and approximately 20 minutes' walk from Shin Kobe train station in Kobe.
Hotels in Kobe City Centre With Swimming Pool
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Located within an 11-minute walk of the sightseeing Kobe Port Tower, the 5-star Hotel Okura Kobe offers Wi Fi in the rooms and a private parking garage. Boasting an indoor pool, this Kobe hotel is nestled within walking distance to natural attractions like the Urban Meriken Waterfront Park.
The 35-story accommodation sits in the very heart of Kobe, within 5 minutes' stroll of Kawasaki Good Times World Technology Museum. The Okura is also within 10 minutes' drive of Noevir Stadium Kobe in Kobe. Guests can easily get in touch with the history of Kobe by visiting the waterfront Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park, located not very far from the property. Hotel Okura Kobe is situated within 5 minutes' walk of Minatomotomachi tube station, while Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street lies a 17-minute walk away.
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Set around a 15-minute drive from Noevir Stadium Kobe, the cosy Comfort Hotel Kobe Sannomiya includes 219 rooms. The 3-star hotel also provides guests with Wi Fi, available throughout the property.
The accommodation boasts a prime location near a train station and a few minutes drive from Kobe East Park. Business travellers will enjoy being close to the sightseeing Kobe Port Tower (2.4 km) and Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street (1.1 km). There is Kobe Oji Zoo a 5-minute drive away, and Shinki Sannomiya Terminal bus station 200 metres from the charming hotel. The nearest underground station is just 500 metres away.
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Offering a lift and a vending machine, the 4-star Candeo Hotels Kobe Tor Road is located about a 15-minute stroll from Mosaic Kobe Amusement Park. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like Wi-Fi throughout the property and access to a desk and a photocopy machine.
The hotel is in the very heart of the city, around a 14-minute stroll from Meriken Park, and right off Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae tube station. Guests can visit Stone Spa, which is a mere 5 minutes' stroll away, and Soraku-en Garden which is a 14-minute stroll from the Candeo Hotels Kobe Tor Road. Nankin-machi is located only a short walk from this family-friendly property. Candeo Hotels Kobe Tor Road is approximately a 5-minute stroll from Motomachi Shopping Street bus stop and within 2.1 km of Shin Kobe train station in Kobe.
Budget Hotels In Kobe City Centre
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Featuring a lift and a vending machine, the 3-star Kobe Plaza Hotel West is located in Kobe Chinatown with eateries, souvenir shops & mahjong clubs, at a 3.8 km distance from Noevir Stadium Kobe. Additionally, you'll find Wi Fi throughout the property in the hotel.
Guests can get to Port Center Park in 15 minutes on foot. This Kobe hotel offers proximity to such natural sights as Meriken Park (1 km) and Soraku-en Gardens (0.8 km). The accommodation is within close distance of Hyogo Prefecture Guest House and within walking distance of Ikuta Shrine. Minatomotomachi underground station is approximately 5 minutes' walk from Kobe Plaza Hotel West, which is within 14 minutes' walk of Harborland.
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Offering a lift, a snack and drink vending machine, the 3-star Brenza Hotel Kobe is nestled a 5-minute stroll from Sunpal and approximately 11 minutes on foot from Ikuta Shrine. Boasting a location within an easy walking distance to Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street, the comfortable hotel features 119 rooms as well as a restaurant and a shop.
Guests will also appreciate proximity to Kobe Port Tower, which is 10 minutes away by car. Natural attractions in the area include Mount Maya, 10 minutes by car from the Brenza Kobe, and a beach is about 1.2 km away. Kobe Center for Overseas Migration and Cultural Interaction is within walking distance of this comfortable accommodation, and Shin Kobe is situated 1.5 km away. Brenza Hotel is 350 metres of Sannomiya Hanadokeimae underground station and 150 metres of Sannomiya bus stop.
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Ana Crowne Plaza Kobe By Ihg Hotel
From 73$
Offering a restaurant and storage for belongings, the 5-star Ana Crowne Plaza Kobe, An Ihg Hotel lies in the Chuo Ward district, at a 1.3 km distance from Nunobiki Falls and within 1.3 km of Shin-Kobe Ropeway. Featuring 493 rooms with views of the city, the 37-story luxury hotel is set 5 minutes' drive from Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street.
The accommodation is placed about 0.5 km from Kobe airport and just a pleasant stroll away from such cultural venues as Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum. The popular area gives access to Nunobiki Herb Garden (3 km) and the 698.6-metre-high mountain "Mount Maya" (3.2 km). Visit Nunobiki Reservoir, approximately a 19-minute walk from this Kobe hotel, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Japan. Ana Crowne Plaza Kobe, An Ihg Hotel is right by Kitano Foreigners Club. Only a few minutes from the property, guests will find Shinkobe underground station.
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Nestled in the Chuo Ward district, the quality Ariston Hotel Kobe is a 10-minute drive from Noevir Stadium Kobe. This 4-star hotel has an à la carte restaurant serving Italian cuisine and is situated within a minutes' drive from UCC Coffee Museum.
Located in the skiing area within a 5-minute walk of Asics Sports Museum, the property is just a stroll from a train station. Kobe City Museum is a 10-minute ride from the Ariston Hotel, while Kobe airport is 0.5 km from it. This quality accommodation is placed only a short drive from Osaka Bay. Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street is situated within 10 minutes' drive of Ariston Hotel Kobe.
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About 7 minutes on foot from such sports attractions as Kobe World Hall Arena, the 5-star Kobe Portopia Hotel comprises 745 rooms and 7 restaurants. The hotel boasts a setting a few minutes drive from UCC Coffee Museum and features a hot tub, sauna facilities and an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool.
This luxury property is near a train station and within 3.1 km of Kobe Maritime Museum. The Chuo Ward district, where the Portopia sits, grants access to cultural attractions like Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art, which is 3.8 km away. The accommodation is placed not so far from Osaka Bay. There is the Urban Meriken Waterfront Park within 3 km of Kobe Portopia Hotel.
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The B Kobe Hotel is situated in the very heart of Kobe 1.4 km from such shopping venues as Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street. Boasting a location only a few minutes away from Nankin-machi, this affordable hotel features 168 rooms as well as a restaurant and a storage room.
The accommodation is nestled in Sannomiya where you transfer to the Kōbe-shiei chikatetsu Line, within 6 minutes' stroll of Kobe City Museum. The B offers proximity to such natural sights as Soraku-en Gardens (0.8 km) and the Urban Meriken Waterfront Park (1.8 km). There is Kawasaki Good Times World Technology Museum a 5-minute ride away, and Shinki Sannomiya Terminal bus station relatively near the property. The 3-star B Kobe Hotel is situated approximately 5 minutes' walk from Sannomiya underground station and merely 1.8 km from Shin Kobe train station.
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Featuring a lobby area and a chapel, Hotel Monte Hermana Kobe Amalie lies a 9-minute stroll from Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street. The 4-star hotel offers place to stay with Wi Fi throughout the property.
The property is located just a short stroll from a historic district, 5 minutes by car from the waterfront Meriken Park and is fairly close to Choueke Family Residence. Guests can visit places of worship such as Ikuta Shrine, set less than a 5-minute walk from the Monte Hermana Kobe Amalie. A family vacation to Kobe will become more exciting if you visit Mosaic Kobe Amusement Park lying within 2.3 km of the accommodation. Hotel Monte Hermana Kobe Amalie is situated within a 10-minute drive of the municipal Kobe Oji Zoo and in front of Sannomiya tube station.
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Placed within a 10-minute drive of the 698.6-metre-high mountain "Mount Maya", which offers the thrill of discovering something beautiful, the 3-star Sanside Hotel Kobe offers a luggage room and a restaurant. Relatively close to Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street, this Kobe hotel with 92 rooms features a lift, a snack and drink vending machine.
Set at a 1.5 km distance from Disaster Reduction and Human Renovation Institution, the business property is also within 5 minutes' walk of At One. Ikuta Shrine is within walking distance to the Sanside, while Kobe airport is 0.5 km from it. Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art is nearly 10 minutes away by car, while Shin Kobe is situated around a 20-minute walk from this accommodation. Sannomiya bus stop is 300 metres from Sanside Hotel and a 10-minute walk takes guests to Sannomiya Hanadokeimae underground station.
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Gesthaus oi やまと むす び Hotel is placed in the ski area of Kobe, a 10-minute ride from natural attractions like Meriken Park. The guest house provides WiFi throughout the property.
Nunobiki Falls is located about 17 minutes on foot from the accommodation while Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street is a 10-minute drive away. From this 2-star hotel it will take nearly 16 minutes to walk to Kitano Ijinkan-Gai. The property allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Nunobiki Reservoir approximately a 19-minute walk away. Gesthaus oi やまと むす び Hotel is within an easy walking distance of Ryusho-ji Temple and Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum. This accommodation is placed within 5 minutes' stroll of Shinkobe tube station and nearly 5 minutes' walk from Nunobiki bus stop.
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Hotel Villa Fontaine Kobe Sannomiya
From 54$
Located a mere 0.9 km from Ikuta Shrine, which is considered to be a sacred place of worship, the 3-star Hotel Villa Fontaine Kobe Sannomiya offers a luggage room and a lobby area for guests' convenience. Within a minutes' drive of Space 11 Darvish Museum, the hotel with 185 rooms features a vending machine and a lift.
The accommodation is set in Sannomiya where you transfer to the Kōbe-shiei chikatetsu Line, a 15-minute drive from Noevir Stadium Kobe. Natural attractions in the area include the waterfront Meriken Park, 5 minutes by car from the Villa Fontaine Kobe Sannomiya, and a beach is just 1.2 km away. The property is placed just a short drive from Osaka Bay. The 6986-metre-high mountain "Mount Maya" is a 10-minute ride away, while Sannomiya is within sight of Hotel Villa Fontaine Kobe Sannomiya. The accommodation is located about a 20-minute walk from Shin Kobe train station, while Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street/East Side bus stop is about 10 minutes' walk away.
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The comfortable Hotel Sunroute Sopra Kobe lies at a 4.7 km distance from a natural paradise like the 698.6-metre-high mountain "Mount Maya", and features a restaurant and luggage storage. The 3-star modern hotel offers 24-hour front desk assistance and late check-out as well as Wi-Fi in the rooms.
The property is located not too far from Onohachiman Shrine, while Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street is only a 14-minute walk away. The Sunroute Sopra is within 5 minutes' drive of Harborland and within 150 metres of Kobe East Park. This comfortable accommodation is situated within a minutes' drive of the sightseeing Kobe Port Tower, while Sannomiya Terminal bus station lies merely 550 metres away. Hotel Sunroute Sopra Kobe is near a train station and within 2 km of Shin Kobe train station.
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Located in the very heart of Kobe, Hotel Piena Kobe offers fast access to the high-rise Mint Kobe Mall, around 15 minutes' walk away. This hotel provides a snack and drink vending machine, and a lift as well as Wi Fi in public areas.
The 20th - century Kobe Mosque is approximately an 8-minute walk away, while Shin Kobe train station is around a 15-minute walk from the accommodation. Nankin-machi is relatively near the Piena and Kobe airport is 0.5 km away. This property is placed nearly a 16-minute walk from Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street, and Shinki Sannomiya Terminal bus station is 5 minutes' walk away. Sannomiya underground station is at a distance of quite close to the 4-star Hotel Piena Kobe.