Hotels in Kobe

"I'm not sure if this happens in all the rooms, but they have a serious humidity problem. The wall was getting wet and it made the bed wet as well, and the room smelled damp. They don't offer cleaning unless you stay for 4 nights or more. The beds weren't very comfortable and, as I mentioned, since the wall was wet, the duvet got wet too. I'm 1.86m tall and the duvet didn't fully cover me. On the positive side, the staff was friendly and there was a convenience store at the entrance of the hotel."

"I chose the Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kobe-Sannomiya for my trip to Kobe this time, and the overall experience was excellent. I highly recommend it to everyone. The hotel's location is absolutely superb, just a few minutes' walk from JR Sannomiya Station. Transportation around the hotel is extremely convenient, with all kinds of transport options readily available, making it easy to get to various attractions in Kobe city or to Kansai Airport. Plus, there's a convenience store, supermarket, and various restaurants right downstairs, making shopping and dining incredibly easy. The hotel facilities are also very complete. The rooms are clean and tidy, with a modern and minimalist decor. Although the space isn't particularly large, the layout is well-designed, making for a comfortable stay. The bedding is soft and comfortable, allowing for a good rest after a tiring day. The rooms are well-equipped with amenities like a large TV and blackout curtains, and some rooms even feature a separate bathtub and shower. On the second floor, the hotel has a laundry room, microwave, vending machines, and other facilities, meeting all daily needs. Additionally, the hotel offers complimentary skincare products, face masks, and drip coffee, which is a thoughtful touch. In terms of service, the hotel staff are all friendly. Whether it was checking in or asking questions, I received warm assistance. The hotel also offers self-check-in, which is convenient and fast. However, the hotel does have a few minor drawbacks. For example, some rooms are close to the train tracks, so you might hear the sound of trains passing. Guests who are sensitive to noise might want to bring earplugs. Also, the hotel's breakfast selection is relatively limited, and the dishes don't change much day-to-day, which could become monotonous for long-term stays. Overall, the advantages of Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kobe-Sannomiya far outweigh its disadvantages, making it an ideal accommodation choice for a trip to Kobe."

"5 star room,very well equipped and very new. felt very comfortable in the room,toilet and room is more spacious than the typical japanese hotel room. will definitely stay again when in kobe. highly recommended."

"I stayed here during the October holiday, and the price was quite high at over 1,000 yen per night. The location is on Sannomiya's busiest street, right next to Don Quijote, which makes dining and shopping very convenient. The room size was standard; I could open my 26-inch suitcase without a problem. They added an extra bed to our twin room as requested. The decor felt a bit old, rather dark and dingy. Overall, it met my expectations, but the price would be more reasonable if it were around 700-800 yen."

"Even though I booked this hotel by mistake, I was pleasantly surprised! If you're traveling with kids, I highly recommend staying here! First off, the rooms are significantly larger compared to hotels in Sannomiya. As an established five-star hotel, while the facilities are a bit dated, the size and views are absolutely unbeatable. There's a balcony in the room where you can enjoy a coffee, look out at the sea, and relax in the morning – it's incredibly pleasant. You can also admire the night view. The hotel breakfast offers freshly made burgers and freshly squeezed orange juice, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the sea. If the weather's nice, you can even sit outside and enjoy the sunshine and sea breeze. The only downside is that the pool costs extra. However, if you have kids, Meriken Park is right across the street, featuring the Anpanman Museum and a Ferris wheel. Plus, iconic photo spots are right downstairs. If you want to go shopping in the city center, the hotel provides a free shuttle bus every 20 minutes, which is super convenient if you check the schedule. All in all, next time I come with my children, I'll definitely choose this place."

"The hotel's location is great, very close to Sannomiya but not in the busiest area, so it's very quiet. We stayed for four nights. The first three nights were in a double room. Due to a change in our itinerary, we added an extra night. We thought the twin room might be more spacious, but it turned out to be the same size as the double room. With two single beds crammed in, the room felt very small and wasn't as convenient for moving around as the double room. We could open one 28-inch suitcase, but opening another 28-inch one wasn't as easy as in the double room. The hotel staff were friendly and enthusiastic, providing toothbrushes, towels, and slippers for the child. Besides the kids' items, the room's towels, slippers, toothbrushes, makeup remover pads, and combs were replaced daily, and two new bottles of water were provided. However, extra water couldn't be requested. The hotel also offers luggage storage, which is very convenient."

"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 the ocean."

"The hotel's location is excellent, right within the Motomachi shopping street, yet surprisingly quiet. Next door there's a lovely coffee shop with great coffee and delicious bread. Several famous old coffee shops like Nishimura, Kohshodo, Taco, the bakery Riki, and a drugstore are all within a 1-2 minute walk. Daimaru department store is conveniently located at the entrance of the shopping street. It's about a 3-minute walk to JR Motomachi Station, and you can reach Osaka Umeda in about 30 minutes. Sannomiya, Kobe, is roughly a 10-15 minute walk away. This hotel offers easy access to everything. What's particularly impressive is that the hotel cleans the rooms daily, which is not always common in Japan. Even if you don't require a full cleaning, they'll hang fresh toiletries and towels on your door. Although the room isn't huge, it's perfectly fine for a solo traveler. It's clean, well-maintained, and offers incredible value for money, truly exceeding my expectations and making my trip more enjoyable. The front desk also has staff who speak Chinese, and everyone is incredibly patient and always smiling. The service is truly top-notch."

"Rooms are bigger than average Japanese hotels, basically a new hotel just a minute away from KOBE CHINA TOWN. Plenty of shops to enjoy food or shopping. Breakfast is a little simple Indian restaurant, nothing to choose much. Bicycles can been rent at the front desk for 500 JPY per use. Very convenient to get around the city. Will absolutely stay here every-TIME visiting KOBE."

"The hotel boasts an excellent location right next to Sannomiya Station, with plenty of shopping and dining options nearby. The room was a bit cramped. There were English-speaking staff at the front desk, which made communication very easy. Check-in is at 2 PM and check-out is at 12 PM, which is more convenient than other Japanese hotels. The breakfast offered a wide variety and good quality. The hotel also has fantastic views; you can see the ocean to the south and the mountains to the north, which is beautiful. It's an excellent choice for sightseeing in Kobe."