Price: $382 nightly, $422 total, Dec 11 - Dec 12, for Our top choices for Kobe ryokans
Review: The staff was very welcoming and spoke enough english to accomodate all of our needs. We got the room with the private bath with included dinner and breakfast in the room. Food was extremely delicious., by Moon
Price: $138 nightly, $153 total, Dec 14 - Dec 15, for Our top choices for Kobe ryokans
Review: The accomodations and bathing area are a bit worn, but this is reflected with the price. The service is exceptional however, and I really enjoyed the onsen. Onsen is tattoo friendly which I needed. There is a smoking area within the building. It was a nice, traditional experience; the breakfast was particularly interesting. , by Corey
Price: $322 nightly, $357 total, Dec 1 - Dec 2, for Our top choices for Kobe ryokans
Review: I had a traditional Japanese room with a massage chair, balcony and view at the green mountains. It was super awesome and had a restful sleep. I visited the onsen bath as well which was very nice and refreshing., by Viktor
Price: $383 nightly, $423 total, Dec 1 - Dec 2, for Our top choices for Kobe ryokans
Review: Staffs are amazing. Meals are 8/10. Onsen is great. Great location, walking distance to shops and ropeway. It would be nice to offer welcome drinks at lobby. , by Toshimasa
Price: $173 nightly, $191 total, Dec 1 - Dec 2, for Our top choices for Kobe ryokans
Review: This was my first time staying at a ryokan. I had a wonderful time. The view was simply amazing. The dinner and breakfast meals were 10 out of 10 for presentation and taste. The baths were equally refreshing. The only thing I could critique is the bed was a little minimal compared to western beds I'm used to. I still got a great nights rest and would come back in a heartbeat., by Bryan
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Ride the Shin-Kobe Ropeway for spectacular views of the city before sampling world-famous Kobe beef at restaurants near Sannomiya Station. Explore the historic Kobe Port area and take a day trip to Himeji Castle, where feudal architecture and cherry blossoms create unforgettable photo opportunities.
Review: We absolutely loved our stay. Staff was so courteous and helpful. The rooms were clean and spacious. Beds were comfortable. Breakfast was great. We hope to be back! The area is so beautiful. Be sure to hike over to the waterfalls and hopefully see some wild monkeys., by Rachel, November 4, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Staying here was very pleasant. After checking in, we reserved one of the private baths (Reservations are for 45 minutes, and one reservation can be made at a time,) and headed down to the town to walk around. The walk from the hotel to the station at the bottom/central area of town is about ten or fifteen minutes. The town has small shops with local treats, but we only walked around it for two hours and felt like we weren't missing anything major. The private baths are in their own secluded..., by Scott, April 18, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: The best experience hands down. The staff was very accommodating and understanding of Foreigners and were willing to go out of their way to assist. A special thank you to Yamada for a fantastic experience!, by Frederick, April 11, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Hotel Goshobo truly envelops you in the history and tradition of a Ryoukan. The staff are super serious about their presentation and very very friendly. A stay here even for a single night is highly recommended., by Anonymous traveler, July 12, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: The hotel should give notice to guests at reservation how to take shuttle bus from either bus station or train station to the hotel as the hotel is on a hill., by Wing, November 30, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: This was our first stay at a rhyokan (spelling!)and we were blown away by the beauty, The comfort (personally I felt sleeping on tatami mats on a futon perfect). The attentive service was welcoming and spot on. We ate breakfast and dinner here and the local food was abundant, gorgeously presented and flavorful. We had a room with a private Onsen on a deck. Highly recommend. This was a unique, peak experience and I am a seasoned traveler. Do it., by Rene, April 14, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Our stay at the Negiya Ryofukaku was nothing short of excellent. The staff were very professional and polite, accommodating both our very limited Japanese language skills and our request for a larger yukata (I'm apparently taller than the average guest). They do have english-speakers on staff, and the guide who walked us through the hotel's facilities and amenities was kind enough to explain everything in both Japanese and English, as we were trying to learn as much of the former and speak as..., by Redd, April 8, 2017, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: This is an excellent, upscale property that really takes good care of guests. The room we stayed in was very large, especially compared to normal Japanese hotels. The hot spring is well maintained, and the dinner was excellent. Staff were friendly and helpful. Highly recommended., by Roland, April 8, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Loved this property and onsen! After spending the last two weeks walking all over Tokyo this was a wonderful way to relax! Part of the onsen is outside and overlooks the water. The harbor and Chinatown make it a great area to explore., by Jennifer, October 16, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: This was my first time staying at a ryokan. I had a wonderful time. The view was simply amazing. The dinner and breakfast meals were 10 out of 10 for presentation and taste. The baths were equally refreshing. The only thing I could critique is the bed was a little minimal compared to western beds I'm used to. I still got a great nights rest and would come back in a heartbeat., by Bryan, October 7, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Must take the train car (not covered by JR) to this location from JR Sannomiya Station. 10 minute walk up a steep hill from the Arimaonsen Station to the hotel. Everyone at the hotel was very nice and accommodating. Spoke English well enough to check in and get help that we needed. Offered hotel room and onsen instructions in English. My room had a private onsen in the restroom so I didn't need to be concerned with using the 7F public onsen. They provide a private onsen to be rented/booked for a..., by Jenny, May 28, 2018, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: My stay at Arima Gyoen was relaxing and memorable from start to finish. This traditional hot spring hotel offers fantastic hospitality, healing waters, and incredible food. The Staff Warm and Polite: The staff members were wonderful. They welcomed us with kind smiles and made us feel at home. Helpful Service: Everyone was eager to assist with any questions and provided smooth check-in and check-out support. The Onsen (Hot Springs) Gold and Silver Waters: The hot springs were amazing...., by Sandra, September 4, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Excellent service from the staffs. Love the location. Close to everything. The owner was very nice and staffs are welcoming and helpful. Love the traditional room., by Christine, April 13, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Motoyu Ryuusenkaku is not a very luxxrious resort in Arima Onsen area, but the hotel staff is really welcome to clients from worldwide. They introuduced every facility after checking in. I especially enjoyed the dinner they prepared., by Anonymous traveler, April 15, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent
