5 star hotels in Kobe

This resort hotel offers a fantastic view of the entire Kobe city. The buffet restaurant on the top floor is excellent, with delicious and abundant food, and the night view is absolutely stunning. It's an ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers.

The location is very convenient, and it's easy to get to the airport.

Had a wonderful stay. The 30th-floor restaurant offers a fantastic view, breathtaking during the day and magical at night.

I was assigned a random room in the South Wing, which was very spacious and had a balcony, decorated in a French style with yellow and blue accents. The hotel has a very old-money feel with many artistic ornaments and paintings to admire. The shuttle bus was punctual and very convenient and pleasant.

The room was spacious and the facilities were business-oriented, typical of an older five-star hotel. While the decor felt a bit dated, it was very well-maintained, clean, and tidy. The 'mystery room' booking was a huge surprise; the price was amazing, probably a third of what it would normally cost.

The hotel's location is excellent, right in front of the Citizen's Plaza tram stop, making it very convenient to get to from Kobe Airport. You can also take the hotel's shuttle bus from downtown Kobe, which runs every 20 minutes and departs from Gate 8 on the first floor of MINT. The room is spacious and even has a small balcony. There are parks, IKEA, and supermarkets nearby, and it's not far from...

Considering the age of the hotel, it's actually quite well-maintained. The only minor issue is the bathroom is a bit small, making it hard to find space for toiletries. However, the view outside the window is absolutely fantastic; you can enjoy the panoramic scenery effortlessly morning, noon, and night.

Really best of the best, location (5 mins from shin kobe station, subways local trains to hotel, ropeway and herb gardens etc).  Best service upon check in, best food, best room.  No words to express my happiness during my stay in this hotel.

The room was clean and well maintained. The location was convenient, and the staff were very kind. I had a comfortable stay and would recommend this hotel.

Good location can just take the lift down to subway and shinkansen. Great breakfast and room slightly bigger than normal.

The hotel is conveniently located right next to Shin-Kobe subway station, just one stop away from Sannomiya, the city center. However, that one subway stop costs 210 yen, which is quite a bit more expensive than what you'd pay back home. So, if you have some time, a pleasant 10-15 minute walk is a great alternative. The cable car for the Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens is also right by the hotel, making...

The facilities are quite old, and the refrigerator hums too loudly. I had to turn it off at night to sleep. Luckily, after discussing it, I was able to store items needing refrigeration in the hotel's customer service fridge.

This time, I was assigned a room on the 29th floor with a mountain view, which I think offers the most beautiful scenery! What truly impresses you about Hotel Okura isn't just the hardware (though it's excellent), but the service! That kind of 'proactive' service awareness means they've already anticipated your needs and processes before you even speak. Someone greets you at the entrance, guides you...

Although it's an older hotel, the rooms and hallways were spotless and tidy. The room itself was incredibly spacious, and I was pleasantly surprised to find that the bathroom seemed to have been recently renovated. I particularly loved the hotel's design aesthetic; every detail exuded a Japanese retro elegance, making for a truly wonderful experience. While the hotel's location is a bit further from...

Room is excellent, view is excellent. Can taste Kobe beef, very nice. Near Unie with many restaurants

Great hotel with good location. Everything is excellent. Enjoyed my stay and will book again

Nice hotel location with very nice view of the Kobe Tower and ocean Very easy access to shops and restaurants

The hotel is old yet classic. Everything is in general well maintained, and the staff are very helpful and friendly. The hotel may not be so accessible compared with those in Sannomiya, but the hotel offers shuttle bus to Sannomiya daily and Shin-Kobe on weekends. It helps you get around and go to the train stations. However, do note that the bus may be full sometimes. But even so or if you miss the...

nice view, comfortable, calm, good shuttle bus service,

The hotel interior is quite new. They offer a shuttle service, which is shared with the Okura Hotel. It's a small bus, with half the seats allocated to the Oriental and half to the Okura. If it's busy, you need to get in line early or you won't get a seat. My room had a view of the Ferris wheel. Overall, it was very good.

The sea view room offers an unbeatable view, with the Ferris wheel and Kobe Port Tower all visible. The room is spacious and very clean, with a balcony where you can watch both sunrise and sunset. The hotel's breakfast is highly recommended, with a wide variety of Japanese and American options, including freshly made mini-burgers – definitely give them a try!

The room and balcony are both quite spacious. It faces the sea and the hygiene is excellent. Both in terms of location and room quality, it feels like the best hotel in Kobe. The hotel lobby and exterior are also very beautiful. It's definitely worth staying here.

An iconic landmark by the harbor! From the balcony, you can even see the queue of people taking pictures in front of 'Be Kobe.' Although there's no subway nearby, the shuttle bus to Sannomiya runs roughly three times an hour. The rooms are spacious, and the pajamas are very comfortable.

Unbeatable views! The room layout felt a bit dated, but the higher-priced rooms are newly renovated, and breakfast was amazing.

This hotel is in a prime, bustling location in Kobe, surrounded by luxury brands downstairs, making it super convenient to get around. The room wasn't as old as I expected and was quite spacious. The 'harbor view' was pretty much non-existent though. Amenities and bedding were excellent. Interestingly, check-in is on the top floor, where all the restaurants are located too, and it gets quite busy with...

The hotel is conveniently located about a 10-minute walk from Kobe Station, and also close to the shopping street. I specifically came to check it out because Marilyn Monroe is said to have stayed here. Although the hotel is old, it's very well-maintained, which I really liked.

The rooms are a bit dated, but the overall service is great. The location is convenient, close to shopping and dining. The view from the hotel window is also fantastic. I'll definitely be back.

Great location and excellent service. The breakfast restaurant and the Teppanyaki restaurant upstairs are both delicious and highly recommended.

The “sea view” was very disappointing and honestly not what I expected at all when booking this room. What made the experience worse was the pricing issue. After my booking became non-refundable, the hotel price dropped by around 30%, which was shocking. I’ve never had this happen before. The explanation that the lower price was a different non-refundable rate doesn’t fully justify such a big drop...

Excellent stay! The service was very attentive, and the thoughtful little details in the room really made a difference.

Excellent hotel! The entire property has a wonderful old-world charm. The large terrace offers a beautiful view, and they even provide essential oils for an aromatherapy diffuser, which was a lovely touch. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Kobe.

The check in process is slow, inefficient, and not customer friendly. They ask you on the very first day of your arrival about the exact time of your breakfast and room cleaning, which is unreasonable and not thoughtful. English speaking ability of the staff is also very poor.

I came here for Kobe Marathon 2025 This hotel near the finish point Near anpanman museum A big shopping mall nearby Breakfast not that good

The hotel overall is good.   Service amd facility are all good.  Only one problem and I will never book this hotel again for this reason.   The hotel only has room service for breakfast.   And really don’t like it.   When I used this hotel 3 years ago, they restaurant for breakfast is really wonderful.   Unfortunately, now it is only open for lunch.

Nice location and the room is large. The staff is so friendly. If the hotel can provide buffet for breakfast it would be great

very kind, room condition is very good, good meal. the best hotel in Kobe!

For the price paid, it didn't quite meet expectations.

The hotel service was attentive and welcoming, the rooms were very spacious, the hot springs were excellent, and the hotel's breakfast and dinner were both very plentiful and delicious.

Overall, the stay at the hotel was quite good. The selection of drinks and alcoholic beverages was extensive and generous, though it might be a little disappointing for non-drinkers as it was impossible to finish them all. The in-room snacks were delicious and of high quality, and the complimentary box of strawberries was a pleasant surprise. Dinner was outstanding, with tasty dishes and carefully...

Extremely satisfied! Clean! Excellent privacy and top-notch service. Even when it seems like no one is around, they'll appear whenever you need them.

Kaiseki cuisine with onsen (hot spring) ♨️ Breakfast and dinner are provided. Yukata (light cotton robe) are provided in the rooms. Basically, just bring your luggage and check in. Facilities: Relatively new, only six rooms available, advance booking required. Cleanliness: Clean and tidy. Service: Polite and welcoming.

The mini-bar in the room is fully equipped and free.

First, I checked in at a nearby cafe. I was given amenities there. The room was spacious, with a separate shower and toilet, and even a study-like room. Kin no Yu was also nearby, which I was very happy with. It was a great, affordable inn.

Excellent hotel! I really liked the service, the room was large, everything was clean, and the breakfast was excellent. Check-in is in the cafe, so check the website to avoid getting lost.

Check-in is at a coffee shop, where the staff will tell you where your accommodation is. It's very close to the Golden Hot Springs, and they provide bathrobes for you to change into upon arrival. The accommodations were excellent, and I'd definitely stay here again if I were to return to Arima.

I was a little worried at first because check-in and check-out were done at a nearby cafe, but the explanations were easy to understand and it wasn't as inconvenient as I thought it would be. I was surprised that the walls were thin and I could clearly hear the sound of the toilet paper being rolled and flushed in the next room. However, I was satisfied with the size, atmosphere, and relaxing feeling...

When I checked in at the cafe, the staff were very friendly and I was able to get from the cafe to the inn without any trouble.

For a couple of nights, it's a perfect option! Comfortable beds, larger than single beds. The room was cool, but there was air conditioning. The cafe that gave out instructions for check-in gave coffee to go and all the bath accessories. The room has a small room in traditional Japanese style - with a low table, ottomans, and in the drawers there are two kimonos and baskets to take with all this to...