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Boasting an open-air hot springs bath and spacious garden, Arima Grand Hotel is located a 10-minute walk away from Arima Onsen Station. Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Free private parking is also available on site. The entire property is non-smoking, while guests can smoke in the designated smoking area.

Profesional and friendly staff. Great location and tasty breakfast

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9
Superb
263 reviews
Price from
£166
per night

Taketoritei Maruyama is a non-smoking Japanese-style accommodation featuring natural hot spring baths for private use and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. From its hilltop location a 15-minute walk from Kobe Electric Railway Arima Onsen Station, it offers sweeping views of Arima Onsen.

- Friendly and helpful staff - Spacious and quiet rooms - Timely and clean shuttle buses to and from bus station - Easy online onsen reservation process

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9.1
Superb
439 reviews
Price from
£380
per night

Offering stylish rooms with shoji paper screens and Western beds, Hotel Hanakoyado is only a 6-minute walk from Arima Onsen Train Station. It features hot-spring baths and a massage service.

Arima Toys and Automata Museum is just 100 metres from the ryokan. JR Sannomiya Train Station is a 35-minute train ride away.

Their hospitality mind is superb! Something special about this place is that we feel like stay in our home than stay in a hotel.

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9
Superb
237 reviews
Price from
£201
per night

Founded in the 12th century and beloved by Junichiro Tanizaki and other Japanese novelists, Tosen Goshobo is the oldest of the hot-spring inns at Arima. Standing beside the Taki River, it features outdoor hot-spring baths and traditional in-room meals and is a 5-minute walk from Arima Onsen Train Station. The Japanese rooms have traditional futon bedding and a minibar.

Everything! Dinner and breakfast were the best experiences ever!

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9.1
Superb
680 reviews
Price from
£272
per night

Set in the Arima Onsen district of Kobe, Nakanobo Zuien (Adult Only) is 9 km from Mt. Rokko and 21 km from Mount Maya. Popular points of interest around the property include Kinsengen and Kittebunka Museum. Guests can make use of massage services. Free shuttle service to and from Arima Onsen Station is available.

Spa and wellness facilities including a hot spring bath and a sauna are at guests' disposal during their stay at the ryokan.

Breakfast and Dinner was traditional Japanese style, beautifully prepared and wonderful experience overall. The waitress was more than accommodating to all of our needs! Everyone on staff was super nice and respectful. The room was the most excellent room we've ever had traveling (we did get the best room available, with the two onsens -kinsen and ginsen in our room!) We had the best experience ever, we only left the room to go eat, wish we stayed another day!

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9.4
Superb
31 reviews
Price from
£640
per night

Featuring Japanese cuisine prepared by award-winning chef, Tadamichi Ota, set in the Arima Onsen district in Kobe, 900 metres from Stamp Museum, Okuno Hosomichi features free WiFi access in the guest room and free private parking on site. Arima Onsen Station on the Rokko Arima Ropeway is a 6-minute stroll away. Guests can relax and soak in the hot spring bath on site.

Each room at this ryokan is air-conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms have a seating area where you can relax. Slippers are provided for guests' comfort.

very very friendly, caring and professional staff from housekeeping to front desk to restaurant, attention to details

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9.1
Superb
77 reviews
Price from
£513
per night

Situated just 300 metres from Zempuku-ji Temple, Hatago offers accommodation in Kobe with access to an open-air bath, a garden, as well as luggage storage space. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 100 metres from Tenjin Gensen. The accommodation features a hot spring bath, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms.

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9.2
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
£838
per night

Kinzan is within a 5-minute walk from Arima-Onsen Train Station and Taiko Bridge. It offers Japanese-style accommodation with 2 public hot-spring baths, a restaurant and free internet in rooms.

Sukiyadukuri Ryokan's guestrooms offer organic cotton pillows and Yukata robes. Each room is equipped with a fridge, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Excellent meals (dinner, breakfast, and afternoon snack) Very warm and helpful room attendant - wonderful service. Although she did not speak fluent English, she definitely tried her best and we both used Google translate pretty effectively Room was mix of modern and traditional, very beautiful (rooms in the East Wing have been recently renovated) Onsen facilities nice - particularly enjoyed the outdoor bath Nice indoor bath in the room Walking distance from town

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9.8
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
£381
per night

Spacious and stylish, the villas at Gosho Bessho pair traditional Japanese woodwork with modern furnishings. Rooms have a terrace with forest views. The peaceful hot-spring baths use Arima’s natural sources.

Super friendly staff and beautiful environment with good onsen. We loved the breakfast a lot.

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9.5
Exceptional
28 reviews
Price from
£1,099
per night

Set in Kobe, near Hosenji Temple, Philatelic Culture Museum Arima, Kobe and Tenjin Gensen, Arima Kirari features an open-air bath. This 4-star ryokan features a spa experience, with its hot spring bath and public bath. The ryokan offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Frequent free bus transportation from train station to hotel, hotel to train station. They also provided free bus to the ropeway. Osen had various experiences.

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8.1
Very good
338 reviews
Price from
£212
per night

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Experience culture authentically with a stay at this traditional Japanese-style accommodation. Sleep on the floor (on a futon roll) in a room furnished with tatami flooring and sliding doors. Guests can often expect access to a communal bath plus a complimentary Japanese garment called a yukata.
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  • Kinzan
    Central location

    Kinzan is within a 5-minute walk from Arima-Onsen Train Station and Taiko Bridge. It offers Japanese-style accommodation with 2 public hot-spring baths, a restaurant and free internet in rooms.

    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews
  • Arimasansoh Goshobessho
    Central location

    Spacious and stylish, the villas at Gosho Bessho pair traditional Japanese woodwork with modern furnishings. Rooms have a terrace with forest views.

    best hotel. wonderful, attentive and friendly service

    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 28 reviews
  • Nakanobo Zuien (Adult Only)
    Central location

    Set in the Arima Onsen district of Kobe, Nakanobo Zuien (Adult Only) is 9 km from Mt. Rokko and 21 km from Mount Maya.

    食事は全て美味しかったです。 スタッフさんは皆親切でした。 何よりも、温泉が最高で、本当にあったまりました。

    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 31 reviews
  • Hatago
    Central location

    Situated just 300 metres from Zempuku-ji Temple, Hatago offers accommodation in Kobe with access to an open-air bath, a garden, as well as luggage storage space.

    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 10 reviews
  • Okuno Hosomichi
    Central location

    Featuring Japanese cuisine prepared by award-winning chef, Tadamichi Ota, set in the Arima Onsen district in Kobe, 900 metres from Stamp Museum, Okuno Hosomichi features free WiFi access in the guest...

    今回で2度目の利用でしたが、何時もスタッフさんの温かい対応に癒されます。 本当に細やかな心遣い有難うございます。

    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 77 reviews
  • Arima Onsen Tocen Goshobo
    Central location

    Founded in the 12th century and beloved by Junichiro Tanizaki and other Japanese novelists, Tosen Goshobo is the oldest of the hot-spring inns at Arima.

    Excellent dinner and breakfast Good onsen Nice room

    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 680 reviews
  • Arima Onsen Taketoritei Maruyama
    Central location

    Taketoritei Maruyama is a non-smoking Japanese-style accommodation featuring natural hot spring baths for private use and free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

    we visited here every year, everytime visiting here, all is good.

    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 439 reviews
  • Hotel Hanakoyado
    Central location

    Offering stylish rooms with shoji paper screens and Western beds, Hotel Hanakoyado is only a 6-minute walk from Arima Onsen Train Station. It features hot-spring baths and a massage service.

    静かで質素。落ち着いた雰囲気。 ゆったりと入れる温泉。美味しい料理。 チェックアウトまでゆっくり過ごせる

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 237 reviews
  • Arima Grand Hotel
    Central location

    Boasting an open-air hot springs bath and spacious garden, Arima Grand Hotel is located a 10-minute walk away from Arima Onsen Station. Free WiFi is available in all rooms.

    Everything! Especially the breakfast and hot spring was good too.

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 263 reviews
  • Kobe Minato Onsen Ren
    Central location

    Located a 5-minute taxi ride from Sannomiya Station and Motomachi Station, Kobe Minato Onsen Ren boasts a variety of hot spring baths, a year-round hot spring outdoor pool, an indoor swimming pool, a...

    elegant and comfortable- the onsen was exceptional.

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 109 reviews
  • Arima Onsen Takayamaso Hanano
    Central location

    Featuring natural hot-spring baths among green hills, Takayamaso Hanano is a 10-minute walk from Arima Onsen Train Station. The Japanese rooms have futon beds and a private bathroom.

    Rust, heerlijke eten, zeer vriendelijke medewerkers

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 96 reviews
  • 有馬 瑞宝園
    Central location

    Situated in Kobe in the Hyogo region, with Hosenji Temple and Zuihoji Park nearby, 有馬 瑞宝園 features accommodation with free private parking.

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7 reviews
  • Arima Onsen Gekkoen Korokan
    Central location

    Ryokan Gekkoen Korokan offers 9 different soothing hot-spring baths among the greenery of the Rokko Mountains.

    Onsen was so excited and the staffs are very professional.

    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 124 reviews
  • Arima Koyado Uraku
    Central location

    Arima Koyado Uraku is set in the Arima Onsen district of Kobe, 100 metres from Nenbutsu-ji Temple, 100 metres from Gokurakuji Temple and 700 metres from Tosen Shrine.

    The concept of the resort. Excellent service provided.

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 371 reviews
  • Hyoe Koyokaku
    Central location

    Boasting large open-air hot-spring baths, Hyoe Koyokaku is only a 6-minute walk from Arima Onsen Train Station.

    温泉で体が十二分に癒えました。 夕食はかなり贅沢をさせてもらいました。朝食も客室だったら最高だったのだけどなぁ!

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 77 reviews
  • Arima Hot Spring Ryokan Kotori
    Central location

    Set in Kobe in the Hyogo Region, 200 metres from Stamp Museum, Arima Hot Spring Ryokan Kotori boasts a terrace and hot spring bath. Free private parking is available on site.

    食事は夜も朝もとても豪勢で非常に満足いくものでした。スタッフの方の接客やこちらからの無茶なお願いにも対応していただき、非常に楽しい時間を過ごせました。

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 54 reviews
  • Negiya Ryofukaku
    Central location

    Traditional multi-course dinners, hot-spring baths overlooking old forests, and spacious Japanese rooms with nature views await guests at Negiya Ryofukaku.

    Incredible location, beautiful traditional ryokan with great osen baths

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 948 reviews
  • Motoyu Kosenkaku
    Central location

    Boasting a garden, Motoyu Kosenkaku offers accommodation in Kobe, 2.7 km from Mt. Rokko and 9 km from Mount Maya. The property is located 18 km from Noevir Stadium Kobe.

    アメニティで省かれたものと、その中に欲しい物があればお部屋まで持ってきてくれるというスタンスが絶妙でした。

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 363 reviews
  • Arima Hot Spring Ryokan Hanamusubi
    Central location

    Boasting outdoor hot-spring baths and traditional Japanese meals, Miyukisou Hanamusubi is a 5-minute ride from Arima Onsen Train Station on the hotel’s free shuttle.

    Peaceful surroundings. Traditional Japanese style.

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 421 reviews
  • Arima Onsen Motoyu Ryuusenkaku
    Central location

    Featuring mountain views, Arima Onsen Motoyu Ryuusenkaku provides accommodation with an indoor pool, an open-air bath and a garden, around less than 1 km from Zempuku-ji Temple.

    員工十分親切也有會說中文的 有從車站到飯店的接駁車很方便就不用爬坡 溫泉非常舒服洗漱用品也一應俱全非常棒!!!

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 77 reviews
  • Arima Gyoen
    Central location

    Conveniently located in the centre of Arima Onsen District, Arima Gyoen features spacious Japanese-style guestrooms with futon bedding and tatami (woven straw) floors.

    Staff members are professional, polite and friendly.

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 198 reviews
  • Ginsuisou Choraku
    Central location

    Featuring 10 hot-spring baths and an outdoor pool, Ginsuisou Choraku is a 7-minute walk from Arima Onsen Train Station. Rooms include futon beds and a seating area with nature views.

    お料理が、大変美味しかったです。 米寿祝いに、赤飯や祝い酒のお祝いを添えてくださって感謝しています。

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 57 reviews
  • Arima Onsen Gekkoen Yugetsusanso
    Central location

    Overlooking the Arima River, Gekkoen Yugetsusanso features natural hot-spring baths from Arima Onsen’s famous springs.

    They send a van to pick us from station. Inexpensive.

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 78 reviews
  • SPA TERRACE Shisui
    Central location

    Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and spa centre, SPA TERRACE Shisui is located in Arima in the Hyogo Region, 25 km from Osaka. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 9 reviews
  • Arima Kirari
    Central location

    Set in Kobe, near Hosenji Temple, Philatelic Culture Museum Arima, Kobe and Tenjin Gensen, Arima Kirari features an open-air bath.

    お部屋も広いお部屋を用意していただき、凄く清潔感がありました。 温泉も最高でまた利用したいと思いました!

    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 338 reviews
  • 和正堂・禅
    Central location

    Set in Kobe, 200 metres from Zempuku-ji Temple and a few steps from Tenjin Gensen, Waseido Zen offers a garden and air conditioning.

    清潔感のある旅館でした。 スタッフが優しく、こども3人を宿泊させましたが、 非常に助かりました。

    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 161 reviews
  • Hashinoya Bekkan Ransui
    Central location

    Set just 1.6 km from Myoken-ji Temple, Hashinoya Bekkan Ransui provides accommodation in Kobe with access to an open-air bath, a garden, as well as a housekeeping service.

    Onsen for family private use. Amazing fresh and refined Japanese meals.

    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 26 reviews
  • Kadonobo Ryokan
    Central location

    Just 500 metres from Arima-Onsen Train Station, Kadonobo Ryokan offers a traditional hot-spring experience with indoor and outdoor kinsen-water baths.

    着いた際、入口外まで迎えに来て頂き車も駐車場まで運んで頂きました。皆さん丁寧な対応をしてもらいました。

    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 44 reviews

These ryokans in Kobe have non-smoking options

  • The Gran Resort Princess Arima
    Non-smoking options available

    Set in Kobe in the Hyogo region, with Tanasangen Park and Hosenji Temple nearby, The Gran Resort Princess Arima offers accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a sauna.

    素泊まりだが10,000円ほどで宿泊でき、大浴場は金泉のお風呂に加えてサウナもある。施設も綺麗で満足。

    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 375 reviews
  • KAMENOI HOTEL Arima
    Non-smoking options available

    Set in Kobe, 300 metres from Tanasangen Park, KAMENOI HOTEL Arima features accommodation with a hot spring bath and a public bath. This 4-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift.

    スタッフ皆さん笑顔でおもてなししてくださいました お料理も、全て美味しかったです。 館内も清潔でした

    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 163 reviews
  • Toyofuku
    Non-smoking options available

    Offering Japanese-style rooms, Toyofuku is a 3-minute walk from Hankyu Hanakuma Station and a 10-minute walk from JR Motomachi Train Station.

    Quite room. Good AC. Close to a great supermarket.

    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 201 reviews
  • Hotel Isago Kobe
    Non-smoking options available

    Just a 3-minute walk from JR Shin-Kobe Shinkansen Station, Hotel Isago Kobe features a hot-spring bath and multi-course Japanese dinners with seasonal ingredients. Rooms have a full en suite bathroom.

    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 25 reviews
  • Arima Royal Hotel
    Non-smoking options available

    Arima Royal Hotel offers a hot spring bath and a hot tub, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Kobe, 100 metres from Onsen-ji Temple.

    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 21 reviews
  • Kamiobo
    Non-smoking options available

    Just a 7-minute walk from Arima Onsen Train Station, Kamiobo features massage services and public hot-spring baths. The traditional Japanese rooms have shoji paper screens and futon beds.

    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 16 reviews

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Ryokans that guests love in Kobe

  • Avg. price/night: £1,307.67
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 680 reviews
    The ryokan's onsen was amazing, the staff was very welcoming and helpful, everything was provided and explained to us (yukatas, amenities, tea, crackers...). Location was also great, right next to bus station.
    Anastasiya
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 363 reviews
    I think we were given a free upgrade, the room is very big and spacious. We love everything in this ryokan especially the onsen. Yukata were provided, even the skincare provided were branded, Kose. Shuttle bus was provided in and out from the ryokan to bus station or train station. Staff were great and the whole environment was serene. A great place to rest and relax and recharge. Awesome stay, great job!!!
    Wei Shien
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £1,307.67
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 680 reviews
    The dinner and breakfast were amazingly prepared, as well as the view from the dining room was beautiful. The onsen in the ryokan was also lovely, and also has a nice view.
    Donna
    Family with young children
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 421 reviews
    Our meal and room prep staff was so friendly and lovely. We really enjoyed the service of the ryokan. Also, private onsen was amazing!
    DAYOUNG
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 421 reviews
    Amazing relaxing experience, treated so well during our stay there. We had the kaiseki multicourse dinner which was delicious and tons of food. Booked the private onsen and a massage in our rooms. Comfortable sleep on the traditional futon beds, what an experience overall. The breakfast was no worse than the dinner!
    Georgij
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £46.03
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 197 reviews
    The beautiful tatami room, the nice traditional breakfast
    M
    Mathilde
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £115.08
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 161 reviews
    Our first stay in Japanese ryokan was a great expirience. Wood, tatami, futons, japanese garden, free yukatas, beautiful pottery made by famous Kyoto artist. Separated large bathtub and shower. Free tickets to Gin and Kin onsens! Arima is a very beautiful place!
    Dr. Milos
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £265.82
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 948 reviews
    Gorgeous ryokan with good onsens. It was my first traditional Japanese hotel and onsen, so I was very impressed by hospitality, kaiseki dinner, the view, the room with tatami, yukata and hot springs. Totally recommend it!
    Vitalii
    Solo traveller
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 77 reviews
    The staff was super kind and gentle, onsen top, futon was awesome.
    Matteo
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £304.95
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 338 reviews
    Large Japanese room with beautiful view of towering bamboo. Comfy futons, tea and kettle, nice bathroom, good breakfast and access to adjacent large and busy onsen. Visit information center upon arrival, they will call shuttle and hotel will pick you up. Very accommodating staff.
    Forrest
    Solo traveller

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