Iwaoka Travel Guide
Kobe
Popular places to visit
Arima Onsen
Arima Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
Hanshin Koshien Stadium
Catch an event at Hanshin Koshien Stadium during your trip to Nishinomiya. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Port of Kobe
Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Kobe Harborland
A one-time freight yard just outside Kobe’s city center is now a great spot to go for retail and entertainment choices.
Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall
You can take time to visit Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall during your travels to Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Kobe Tower
See the beautiful views over the port of Kobe from the top of this landmark, which is a well-known symbol of the city.
Top hotels in Iwaoka
Kobe Portopia Hotel
Very large room. Everything was great. Shuttle service made things convenient
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Had a nice stay the hotel is very fancy they gave us such an amazing room with a perfect view of the kobe tower
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
Very convenient and comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya
교통 , 서비스등 전반적으로 편리하고 좋습니다 . 그런데 방이 좁은데 제대로 작동도 안하고 더구나 목부분에 때가 묻어 있어서 고객들이 사용안 할 안마기도 있어서 방이 넘 좁아요 . 또 다리부분은 안마도 안되는 것 같아요 ! 한번 고려해 주세요 ..필요하면 별도로 안마를 받으면 될 것 같습니다 .
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya
Everything great!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Monterey KOBE
It was wonderful all around.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Iwaoka
Nishi
When in Nishi and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Akashi Castle or Kobe Green Arena and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seishinchuo Station or Seishinminami Station.
Kanigasaka
Though Kanigasaka may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like PLiCO Nishiakashi and Akashi Castle.
Tarumi Ward
If you're spending some time in Tarumi Ward, Mitsui Outlet Park and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Suma Ward
If you're spending time in Suma Ward, check out sights like Kobe Green Arena or Suma Aqualife Park Kobe and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Myohoji Station or Myodani Station.
Nagata
Get to know Nagata and its many features like its museums and parks. You might want to explore sights like Osaka Bay and Kobe Three Kingdoms Garden, and you can jump on the metro at Komagabayashi Station or Karumo Station to get around the city.
Hyogo
Hyogo is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Noevir Stadium Kobe and Osaka Bay are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shinkaichi Station or Kamisawa Station to get around.
