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Set within 3.6 km of Kobe Center for Overseas Migration and Cultural Interaction and 9.3 km of Noevir Stadium Kobe, Kobe Guesthouse MAYA offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kobe. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 16 km from Mount Maya.

Amazing staff, location is really good with easy access to transports and it's clean and welcoming, highly recommend it.

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9.1
Superb
398 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Providing ski-to-door access, a terrace and free WiFi, Rokko Outdoor Station FOTON is a recently renovated guest house 6.3 km from Mount Rokko and 7.8 km from Mount Maya. The property features mountain views and is 11 km from Arima Toys and Automata Museum and 11 km from Onsen-ji Temple. The accommodation provides luggage storage space and a shared lounge for guests.

The staff were some of the nicest people I have meet in Japan. So welcoming to have us in there home and we loved spending time with them all 10/10. Also the house was so fun and had beautiful art in the stair well.

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9.3
Superb
96 reviews
Price from
£67
per night

Minato Hutte offers accommodation set less than 1 km from the centre of Kobe and features a bar and a shared lounge. The 1-star guest house is 1.2 km from Kobe Center for Overseas Migration and Cultural Interaction. Noevir Stadium Kobe is 6 km away and Emba Museum of Chinese Modern Art is 19 km from the guest house.

Always comfortable and clean, easy access to every where reasonable price. Close to station and surrounding with many good restaurants . Traditional onsen next to hostel also nice and ok with tattoo ! Recommended!

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8
Very good
1,315 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

結びの小宿 縁 features air-conditioned guest accommodation in Kobe, 50 metres from Gokurakuji Temple, 60 metres from Nenbutsu-ji Temple and 200 metres from Onsen-ji Temple. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The guest house has family rooms.

The property is near to the shopping street but it was located on the uphill side. Take note if you have big suitcases. The room size is perfect for a single. A spacious bath/shower room is available but kitchen. Shared toilets are located at the 2nd floor.

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8.2
Very good
339 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

There is a shared bathroom with bidet and slippers in each unit, along with a hair dryer. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels.

There is a coffee shop and bar. The guest house is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in.

Everything! Modern and well organized! Located in a unique spot at Arima Onsen with a wonderful staff! Amazing views and a very nice restaurant for breakfast and dinner.

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8.1
Very good
247 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

At the guest house, units have a desk. With a shared bathroom equipped with slippers, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms are fitted with a terrace. At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

The place was so clean and located nearby Sannomiya station, it is quite convenient. The staff was so nice, gentle and helpful.

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8.6
Fabulous
517 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Bathrooms are shared and come with free toiletries. You will find female-only shared bathrooms on site. The guesthouse offers a shared kitchen and Muslim prayer room. Guests can benefit from a washer/dryer at a fee.

This place gets a 10/10!! I forgot my watch in my capsule and they were so kind to ship it to Tokyo for me. Great staff and great facilities. Would 100% recommend!

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8
Very good
436 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

Guesthouse Kobe Yamatomusubi is located within a 3-minute walk from JR Shin-Kobe Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. There are 2 different bus stops within a minutes' walk from the property, each with buses departing to Sannomiya, Motomachi and Maya Cable Station.

Less than 5 minutes from the train station. The common area and bathroom area were nice. The morning breakfast is prepared together, which is a nice idea, and you can take it with you if you don't have time to eat it there.

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8.8
Fabulous
209 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Hostel Anchorage is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk away from Motomachi Station and about a 7-minute train ride and walk away from Sannomiya Station.

A convenience store is located within a 2-minute walk from Hostel Anchorage and there are many dining options within a 10-minute walking distance from the property.

Clean, comfortable, roomy “bunks”, good facilities

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8.5
Very good
685 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Situated just 1.2 km from Okura Beach, Guesthouse Geragera offers accommodation in Kobe with access to a garden, a bar, as well as luggage storage space. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

It's a perfect location for someone who loves the sea. Also the food is delicious.

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7.5
Good
201 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • Avg. price/night: £105.73
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,394 reviews
    The rooms are very spacious! To be in the very city centre of a big and busy city I was definitely surprised! We enjoyed our stay, The staff was really kind and helpful. Rooms were impeccably clean and got everything you needed. Comfortable beds and quiet space, also if it's really close to the night life in Kobe.
    Elvy
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £61.30
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 250 reviews
    Good room and great location. Very cheap.
    Kyong Soon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £71.08
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 529 reviews
    This hostel is really nice, it's close to a train station and within a walking distance from the city centre. There are also nice restaurants nearby the hostel. Also, the staff is friendly and services ( free breakfast, free coffee and drinks, rental towels etc.) provided at the hostel are good.
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    Emma
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £67.02
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 209 reviews
    It’s a guest house/hostel so of course your expectations should be set with that in mind. It was clean, interesting, good location, and the staff member was really kind. Compared to other hostels I’ve stayed in, the beds were very quiet. I’m a light sleeper so I was thankful for that. The bed was similar to a futon, which I prefer because it is what I sleep on in my apartment in Japan. I also felt safe as a solo female traveler. I recommend this place. If I go back to Kobe I’ll definitely stay again.
    Katie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £60.93
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 231 reviews
    Great hostel locating in a quiet and safe neighborhood. Owner and staffs are helpful and friendly. Basically got everything you'll expect for a hostel.
    Chun Wai
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £67.02
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 436 reviews
    Small hostel on the side of the Chinese district. Nice, cheap and cozy - good access to the city center so location is a plus. The shower facilities were clean and good quality - though of course renting the bed in shared room it's not entirely private. Still I shared the room with only one other Japanese person and it was a pleasant and relaxing stay.
    Matt
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £60.93
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 231 reviews
    First of all the owner Sai is a great host and will help you with anything you need. She even took us to a hike in the mountains. The bar in the hostel is a great chillout place, you could also choose music if you like. Rooftop and big kitchen too. Also the location is near city center
    Luca
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £71.08
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 529 reviews
    Helpful and polite hosts, good location close to city center...quiet and peaceful stay.
    Aldrin
    Solo traveller
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,315 reviews
    Clean, great location very close to city center...conformable beds...Great host
    Aldrin
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £67.02
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 209 reviews
    The owner, Daichi, is such a nice host! He is a very well-travelled guy who loves to talk and share information with you! He knows all the places to eat at and places to visit in Kobe, that he and his wife made binders with detailed information in Japanese and English for guests. The guesthouse isn't the closest to the restaurants, but Kobe is so walkable that, you can easily get to kitano-cho and sannomiya areas on foot. If you're interested in going to the herb garden or hike to the waterfall, then this is a great location for you!
    angadventure
    Solo traveller

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