Chuo Ward Travel Guide

Kobe

A traditional Japanese building surrounded by lush greenery and a pond.
A traditional Japanese temple with a curved roof, stone steps leading up to the entrance, and statues of lions on either side.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and wooden structure, surrounded by stone steps and a stone wall.
A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a cable car system, and a clear blue sky.
A waterfall surrounded by autumn foliage.

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A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, a prominent tower, and a river reflecting the lights.

Port of Kobe

8.6/10 (687 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Things to do

Pickleball in Osaka & Kyoto with Locals!

Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!

฿257
per adult
Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

฿117
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Kobe : Private Custom Tour

Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)

฿4,281
per adult
Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)
Private Japanese Calligraphy near Arima Onsen

Private Japanese Calligraphy near Arima Onsen

฿2,018
per adult
Private Japanese Calligraphy near Arima Onsen
Kobe City Best with a local - Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port

Kobe City's Best Gems - Private Shore Excursion from Kobe Port

฿7,531
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kobe City's Best Gems - Private Shore Excursion from Kobe Port
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip

Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip

฿2,265
per adult
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip
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Top hotels in Chuo Ward

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

4.5 out of 5
5-6 Hatobacho Kobe Hyogo-ken
The price is ฿3,730 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿3,730
฿4,513 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,049 reviews)
"very beautiful view. excellent location!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Kobe Portopia Hotel

Kobe Portopia Hotel

4.5 out of 5
10-1 6-chome Kobe Hyogo-ken
The price is ฿2,117 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿2,117
฿2,678 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,162 reviews)
"I like the wide lobby that has plenty of seats for guests. There is a familymart in the hotel to get supper bites and personal care items that you may need. And not forgeting the generously discounted car park rate 1000yen per night."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Kobe Portopia Hotel
Hotel Monterey KOBE

Hotel Monterey KOBE

3.5 out of 5
2-11-13 Shimoyamatedori Kobe Hyogo
The price is ฿2,232 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿2,232
฿2,898 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"This hotel made exploring Kobe so much easier! Although we only stayed one night, their luggage service was incredibly helpful. Holding onto our family's luggage after check-out gave us so much more free time to enjoy the city. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Hotel Monterey KOBE
The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya

The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya

3.5 out of 5
2-3-1 Shimoyamatedori Kobe Hyogo
The price is ฿1,782 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿1,782
฿2,255 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is ฿1,665 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿1,665
฿2,014 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku Tower are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,499 reviews)
"I loved the area this hotel was located in, so many restaurants and shopping places nearby which was so convenient. We hardly used any trains because everything was walking distance. There’s also a bus you can take from the ITM airport to a nearby drop off stop in Osaka for only 700 yen which was ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka
The price is ฿3,140 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,140
฿3,972 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
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Where to stay in Chuo Ward

Find the best Chuo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Japanese temple with red and gold accents, a staircase leading up to the entrance, and a clear blue sky.

Sannomiya

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.

A brightly lit tower with the text "Port of Kochi" at the top, a modern building with a curved facade, and a river with a bridge in the foreground.

Kobe City Centre

Travellers choose Kobe City Centre for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.

A historic building with a large archway, surrounded by trees and a paved area.
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Hyogo

Hyogo is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Noevir Stadium Kobe and Osaka Bay are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shinkaichi Station or Kamisawa Station to get around.

A forest with autumn foliage, a stone monument, and a pathway.
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Arimacho

Discover Arimacho, memorable for its hot springs. Popular attractions in Arimacho include Arima Onsen and Kin no yu, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Arima Onsen Station.

A traditional Japanese sake brewery interior with wooden barrels, a large wooden barrel in the center, and a sign with information in Japanese.

Higashinada

Get to know Higashinada and its many features like its bars and museums. You might want to explore sights like Port of Kobe and Mount Rokko, and you can jump on the metro at Island Kitaguchi Station or Island Center Station to get around the city.

Chuo Ward Travel Guide