Kobe City Centre Travel Guide

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Kobe City Centre

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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 Harborland
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Meriken Park

4/5(1 review)

This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.

Meriken Park
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Kobe Tower

4.5/5(16 reviews)

See the beautiful views over the port of Kobe from the top of this landmark, which is a well-known symbol of the city.

Kobe Tower
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Ikuta Shrine

Tradition and modernity blend together smoothly at this Shinto shrine in a busy commercial area just north of the city center of Kobe.

Ikuta Shrine
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Kobe City Hall

Get an excellent bird’s-eye view of Kobe, from sea to mountains, while standing on the observation deck at the top of this municipal building.

Kobe City Hall
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Kawasaki Good Times World

4/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kawasaki Good Times World in Kobe. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

Kawasaki Good Times World

Top hotels in Kobe City Centre

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
3.5 out of 5
1-1-13 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is ₹3,610 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
₹3,610
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,142 reviews)
"The only reason why i would not give it 5 stars is that they give you 2 pillows and the duvet is not long enough for the bed. Its extremely uncomfortable for tall people. But overall extremely nice"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Brenza Hotel
Brenza Hotel
3 out of 5
6-1-1 Kumoidori, Chuo, Kobe, Hyogo
The price is ₹3,628 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
₹3,628
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient location, close to train station. Excellent grocery store next door. Large selection of prepared meals (great sushi!) and huge wine section. Unfortunately our queen room was dark and very small for two people traveling with luggage. There was a huge construction project across the street ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Brenza Hotel
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho, Kita, Osaka, Osaka
The price is ₹7,198 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
₹7,198
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,610 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
APA HOTEL＆RESORT〈OSAKA UMEDA EKI TOWER〉
APA HOTEL＆RESORT〈OSAKA UMEDA EKI TOWER〉
3 out of 5
2-8-32 Sonezaki, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹4,942 per night from 20 May to 21 May
₹4,942
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,067 reviews)
"This is a fantastic location. The hotel is quite nice. The fitness center is reasonably well-equipped for 2-3 people to use at one time, and is free to use between midnight and 5AM. The buffet is fantastic. The location is a short walk from Umeda Station. There are tons of restaurants in close proximity. ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

APA HOTEL＆RESORT〈OSAKA UMEDA EKI TOWER〉
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
4 out of 5
1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹6,620 per night from 20 May to 21 May
₹6,620
per night
20 May - 21 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was located in a convenient area with lots of dining options and local eats. It was close to Osaka station and walking distance from many retail stores. The staff were nice and courteous and the room amenities were very nice. I would easily book here again and recommend it to others."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan
The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan
4 out of 5
6-2-52 Shimaya Konohana-ku, Osaka
The price is ₹8,613 per night from 21 May to 22 May
₹8,613
per night
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,405 reviews)
very convenient location
"facing the park and 5 min walk from the train station , surrounded by shops and restaurants it is a very convenient hotel by its location. rooms are big and nice"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan
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Other neighbourhoods around Kobe City Centre

Chinatown which includes markets, street scenes and a city

Nankin-machi

Unique features of Nankin-machi include the coffee shops and shopping. Make a stop by Motomachi Shopping Street or Nankinmachi Square while you're exploring the area.

Nankin-machi
Kobe Tower showing a sunset, skyline and a city

Hatobacho

If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Meriken Park and Kobe Tower are top sights worth seeing.

Hatobacho
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Sannomiya

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Travellers choose Sannomiya for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station or Boeki Center Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.

Sannomiya
Kitano showing a city, shopping and street scenes

Kitano

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kitano. You might want to make time for a stop at Shin-Kobe Ropeway or Kitano Ijinkan Street.

Kitano
Kobe featuring a city and street scenes

Chuo Ward

You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in Chuo Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Nunobiki Herb Park, and catch the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station to see more of the area.

Chuo Ward
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Shinkaichi

While there might not be top attractions in Shinkaichi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kobe Culture Hall and Harborland Park.

Shinkaichi

Kobe City Centre Travel Guide