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Okuno Hosomichi

Arima Onsen, Kobe

Featuring Japanese cuisine prepared by award-winning chef, Tadamichi Ota, set in the Arima Onsen district in Kobe, 900 metres from Stamp Museum, Okuno Hosomichi features free WiFi access in the guest...

E
ELLA WAI YI
From
Australia
very very friendly, caring and professional staff from housekeeping to front desk to restaurant, attention to details
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Price from
US$641.78
1 night, 2 adults

Arima Grand Hotel

Arima Onsen, Kobe

Boasting an open-air hot springs bath and spacious garden, Arima Grand Hotel is located a 10-minute walk away from Arima Onsen Station. Free WiFi is available in all rooms.

G
Gediminas
From
Lithuania
Profesional and friendly staff. Great location and tasty breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Price from
US$341.83
1 night, 2 adults

Kobe Minato Onsen Ren

Chuo Ward, Kobe

Located a 5-minute taxi ride from Sannomiya Station and Motomachi Station, Kobe Minato Onsen Ren boasts a variety of hot spring baths, a year-round hot spring outdoor pool, an indoor swimming pool, a...

N
Nicole
From
Germany
The price is high, but you can expect a lot. The hotel rooms were great. You could choose if you prefer to sleep in big comfy western beds or prefered a Japanese futon instead (there were two rooms, so enough space to get the futons out). Maybe prepare a bit in advance, so that you know what´s going on, because the English introduction at reception is a bit shorter than the Japanese one, but the staff is always really helpful and can answer your questions. Breakfast and diner were both included and were fantastic. The sushi cook in the evening was so helpful and we tried 2-3 different sort of fish we never had before. And all the other dishes were great, too. Don´t forget to stop in time, so that there is still room for dessert ;o) The onsen on the roof is wonderful. You have an excellent night view and can see the beautiful harbour area. There is an onsen for women and one for men. First there is a big room where you undress and put your clothes in little baskets. Then there is a shower room followed by a pool, a whirlpool and the lovely onsen. And if you want to spend around 200 Yen extra, don´t forget to visit the room with the massage chairs. They are amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$365.61
1 night, 2 adults

Arima Onsen Taketoritei Maruyama

Arima Onsen, Kobe

Taketoritei Maruyama is a non-smoking Japanese-style accommodation featuring natural hot spring baths for private use and free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

F
Fatema
From
Denmark
I enjoyed my stay here so much; the service was top tier! Being a 5 star place, it’s a bit on the pricier side, but I completely understand - you get what you pay for, and that is definitely a 5 star stay. Friendly and accommodating staff, with a free shuttle service for all their guests. The private hot springs were so relaxing and I liked how the booking system for them worked. I don’t think they have small rooms? I was one person, yet the room I got was basically the size of an apartment, with the mountain directly outside my window. My room had a futon mattress, which was made at a time of my choosing (between 6pm and 8pm), and I actually liked sleeping on it. Overall, I loved my experience here, would come back one day!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 650 reviews
Price from
US$356.70
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Hanakoyado

Arima Onsen, Kobe

Offering stylish rooms with shoji paper screens and Western beds, Hotel Hanakoyado is only a 6-minute walk from Arima Onsen Train Station. It features hot-spring baths and a massage service.

R
Ryanto
From
Australia
The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. They kindly informed us about the Arima-Rokko ropeway shutdown times when we mentioned we were going there late in the day and organised a shuttle bus to drop/pickup from the station. They also had 2 private onsen that didn’t require additional fee or booking to use. The food was prepared with care and was truly delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews
Price from
US$235.10
1 night, 2 adults

Arima Onsen Tocen Goshobo

Arima Onsen, Kobe

Founded in the 12th century and beloved by Junichiro Tanizaki and other Japanese novelists, Tosen Goshobo is the oldest of the hot-spring inns at Arima.

X
Xi
From
Australia
great location and super nice staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 982 reviews
Price from
US$268.87
1 night, 2 adults

Arima Onsen Takayamaso Hanano

Arima Onsen, Kobe

Arima Onsen Takayamaso Hanano features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Kobe, 100 metres from Tenjin Gensen.

S
Shefa
From
United Kingdom
I will be staying again. The onsen was amazing! They even have open bar in the room was lovely. Staff were helpful and respectful. I really enjoyed my comfortable stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews
Price from
US$882.82
1 night, 2 adults

Kinzan

Arima Onsen, Kobe

Kinzan in Kobe provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath, a garden and a bar. This ryokan features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk.

B
Belinda
From
United States
Excellent meals (dinner, breakfast, and afternoon snack) Very warm and helpful room attendant - wonderful service. Although she did not speak fluent English, she definitely tried her best and we both used Google translate pretty effectively Room was mix of modern and traditional, very beautiful (rooms in the East Wing have been recently renovated) Onsen facilities nice - particularly enjoyed the outdoor bath Nice indoor bath in the room Walking distance from town
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Price from
US$564.77
1 night, 2 adults

Arimasansoh Goshobessho

Arima Onsen, Kobe

100 metres from Onsen-ji Temple in Kobe, Arimasansoh Goshobessho offers accommodation with access to a hot tub, spa facilities and wellness packages.

t
toni
From
New Zealand
everything!!! it was just beautiful and tranquil. we were made to feel very special!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
Price from
US$486.40
1 night, 2 adults

Negiya Ryofukaku

Arima Onsen, Kobe

Traditional multi-course dinners, hot-spring baths overlooking old forests, and spacious Japanese rooms with nature views await guests at Negiya Ryofukaku.

J
Jeffrey
From
United States
The breakfast was a large bento box with a separate large bowl of hot rice, miso soup and green tea! It was all beautifully presented and delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,497 reviews
Price from
US$245.23
1 night, 2 adults
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Experience culture authentically with a stay at this traditional Japanese-style accommodation. Sleep on the floor (on a futon roll) in a room furnished with tatami flooring and sliding doors. Guests can often expect access to a communal bath plus a complimentary Japanese garment called a yukata.

Most booked ryokans in Kobe and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kobe

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kobe

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kobe

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kobe

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 982 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kobe

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kobe

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kobe

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kobe

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 381 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kobe

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 505 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kobe

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,497 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these ryokans in Kobe and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

    Located in Kobe in the Hyogo region, with Myoken-ji Temple and Onsen-ji Temple nearby, 有馬温泉ラコンテ有馬 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a sauna.

    From US$376.02 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

    Set in Kobe in the Hyogo region, with Myoken-ji Temple and Onsen-ji Temple nearby, Hashinoya Bekkan Ransui offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot...

    From US$624.22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews

    Ryokan Gekkoen Korokan offers 9 different soothing hot-spring baths among the greenery of the Rokko Mountains.

    From US$570.71 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 381 reviews

    Located in Kobe in the Hyogo region, with Myoken-ji Temple and Onsen-ji Temple nearby, Arima Onsen Gekkoen Yugetsusanso provides accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a sauna.

    From US$579.63 per night
  • KAMENOI HOTEL Arima

    Kobe
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews

    Set in Kobe, 300 metres from Tanasangen Park, KAMENOI HOTEL Arima offers accommodation with a hot spring bath and a public bath. This 4-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk, a lift and free WiFi.

    From US$278.06 per night
  • Kadonobo Ryokan

    Kobe
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

    Just 500 metres from Arima-Onsen Train Station, Kadonobo Ryokan offers a traditional hot-spring experience with indoor and outdoor kinsen-water baths.

    From US$214.02 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

    Set in Kobe in the Hyogo region, with Tanasangen Park and Hosenji Temple nearby, The Gran Resort Princess Arima offers accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a sauna.

  • Arima Royal Hotel

    Kobe
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

    Situated within 100 metres of Onsen-ji Temple and 100 metres of Nenbutsu-ji Temple, Arima Royal Hotel offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kobe.

    From US$215.50 per night

Highly rated ryokans in Kobe and nearby

  • Kobe Minato Onsen Ren

    Kobe
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

    Located a 5-minute taxi ride from Sannomiya Station and Motomachi Station, Kobe Minato Onsen Ren boasts a variety of hot spring baths, a year-round hot spring outdoor pool, an indoor swimming pool, a...

    From US$872.42 per night
  • Toyofuku

    Kobe
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews

    Situated within 1.5 km of Kobe Center for Overseas Migration and Cultural Interaction and 4.3 km of Noevir Stadium Kobe, Toyofuku features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kobe.

    From US$162.13 per night
  • Private Inn Bambee

    Kobe
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews

    Offering city views, Private Inn Bambee is an accommodation set in Kobe, 2 km from Kobe Center for Overseas Migration and Cultural Interaction and 4 km from Noevir Stadium Kobe.

    From US$164.16 per night

These ryokans in Kobe and nearby have non-smoking options

  • Hotel Isago Kobe

    Kobe
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge and views of quiet street, Hotel Isago Kobe is a recently renovated ryokan situated in Kobe, 1.9 km from Kobe Center for Overseas Migration and Cultural Interaction.

    From US$285.36 per night

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Ryokans that guests love in Kobe

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  • Avg. price/night: US$624.22
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
    The ryokan is small, it has only a few rooms, so you can feel private there. The food was beyond great, tasty and the portions were large. The onsen was clean, with a great outdoor pool. Since the hotel is small, you had complete privacy in the onsen. The service was top notch. The ladies took care of us like their own members of the family. I recommend this place.
    Guest review by
    Katarzyna
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$549.91
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 650 reviews
    The outdoor private onsens were amazing. Booking them was easy and there was always availability. It's really not necessary to get the in-room onsen. The yukata and japanese pj's which were provided were also great quality. I now regret not buying some :) There are some great hiking trails and a hilltop shrine near the hotel, which are very quiet and secluded.
    Guest review by
    Andreea
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$570.71
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews
    The hotel offers access to a local onsen (hot spring), with an authentic setting and modern bath facilities as well, located near a corner of forest, with a beautiful view!
    Guest review by
    Maria
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$3,283.23
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 982 reviews
    The ryokan's onsen was amazing, the staff was very welcoming and helpful, everything was provided and explained to us (yukatas, amenities, tea, crackers...). Location was also great, right next to bus station.
    Guest review by
    Anastasiya
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews
    -Private onsen and affordable room rates as compared to other hotels nearby -Very suitable for children to stay -Free yukata to wear during stay -Has indoor swimming pool though we didn't try -Very comfy and spacious room of traditional style futon -Nice scenery from room -There is a brownish mochi (few free snacks in the room) that is extremely nice. You can buy it at the counter too
    Guest review by
    Ho888sg
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$131.73
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 505 reviews
    Our first stay in Japanese ryokan was a great expirience. Wood, tatami, futons, japanese garden, free yukatas, beautiful pottery made by famous Kyoto artist. Separated large bathtub and shower. Free tickets to Gin and Kin onsens! Arima is a very beautiful place!
    Guest review by
    Dr. Milos
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$376.02
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,497 reviews
    Gorgeous ryokan with good onsens. It was my first traditional Japanese hotel and onsen, so I was very impressed by hospitality, kaiseki dinner, the view, the room with tatami, yukata and hot springs. Totally recommend it!
    Guest review by
    Vitalii
    Solo traveller