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.

Stay near popular Chuo Ward attractions

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!

฿340
per adult
Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!
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 and Himeji day tour with English speaking driver

Kobe and Himeji day tour with English speaking driver

฿14,415
per traveller
Kobe and Himeji day tour with English speaking driver
Stroll through Kobe’s lively nightlife streets, filled with lantern lights and a warm, local atmosphere.

Kobe Private Custom Tour: A Port City Between Mountains and Sea

฿5,084
per adult
Kobe Private Custom Tour: A Port City Between Mountains and Sea
Herb Garden in Kobe

Kobe City Private Tours

฿3,707
per adult
Kobe City Private Tours
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Top hotels in Chuo Ward

Kobe Portopia Hotel

Kobe Portopia Hotel

4.5 out of 5
10-1 6-chome Kobe Hyogo-ken
The price is ฿1,791 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿1,791
฿2,265 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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. ...
Kobe Portopia Hotel
Kobe PortTower Hotel

Kobe PortTower Hotel

2.5 out of 5
6-1 Hatobacho Kobe Hyogo-ken
The price is ฿1,302 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿1,302
฿1,432 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kobe Harborland and Port of Kobe are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (582 reviews)
"Bon emplacement, chambre typique et très confortable. Excellent service."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Kobe PortTower Hotel
Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya

Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya

4 out of 5
4-2-1 Kanocho Kobe Hyogo
The price is ฿2,803 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿2,803
฿3,083 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"I stayed at Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya for 4 nights and 5 days and had a wonderful experience! The check-in and check-out process was quick and easy, and the staff were very helpful throughout my stay. One of my favorite parts was the breakfast buffet—the dining area has a superb view, and the food ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya
Hotel Monterey KOBE

Hotel Monterey KOBE

3.5 out of 5
2-11-13 Shimoyamatedori Kobe Hyogo
The price is ฿2,187 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿2,187
฿2,839 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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 ...
Hotel Monterey KOBE
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

4.5 out of 5
5-6 Hatobacho Kobe Hyogo-ken
The price is ฿4,217 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,217
฿5,102 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,081 reviews)
"Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel is nicely located at the MOSIAC (UMIE) Harbor for Kobe district. The staff are very nice and helpful. However, please note THEIR COMFORT WITH ENGLISH IS LIMITED. They were very helpful and basically used their phones to communicate (my phone stopped working in Japan). ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
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 ฿1,643 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿1,643
฿1,988 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ...
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
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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 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 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 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