Iwaoka
Kobe
Popular places to visit

Arima Onsen
Arima Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Kobe Harborland
A one-time freight yard just outside Kobe’s city center is now a great spot to go for retail and entertainment choices.

Rokkosan Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Kobe with a visit to Rokkosan Ski Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Port of Kobe
Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Mount Rokko
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Rokko during your travels in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
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Iwaoka Hotel Deals

ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
Wonderful hotel, with many choices of activities, etc to do.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025

Kobe Portopia Hotel
Nice
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kobe Sannomiya
Clean room, great location.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Friendly staff, nice view from the room, hearty breakfast, reasonable pricing... would definitely come back!
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

Villa Fontaine Kobe - Sannomiya
Was able to get early check in for free.Staff are very pleasant.Breakfast need more variety.Overall was a great place to stay and highly recommended.
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

Hotel Monterey KOBE
Hotel is good but the map/location provided by Expedia is wrong. It took me 15-20 min walking around the block to find the hotel. Finally I found it after speaking to another hotel near by.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Iwaoka

Nishi
When in Nishi and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Glycopia Kobe or Akashi Castle and hop on the metro to see more the city at Seishinchuo Station or Seishinminami Station.

Tarumi Ward
If you're spending some time in Tarumi Ward, Mitsui Outlet Park and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Suma Ward
If you're spending time in Suma Ward, check out sights like Kobe Green Arena or Suma Aqualife Park Kobe and hop on the metro to see more the city at Myohoji Station or Myodani Station.

Nagata
Nagata is well-liked for its museums and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Osaka Bay and Kobe Three Kingdoms Garden are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Komagabayashi Station or Karumo Station to get around.
Hyogo
Discover the impressive Hyogo Daibutsu at Nōfuku-ji temple and explore Yanagihara Ebisu Shrine, both easily accessible from Hyogo Station. Shop at Kobe City Central Wholesale Market and Aeon mall for a diverse experience.

Shinkaichi
While there might not be top attractions in Shinkaichi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kobe Harborland and Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall.
Iwaoka
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- Other vacations you might like
- Arima Onsen
- Kobe Harborland
- Himeji Central Park
- Nizigen Nomori Park
- Rokkosan Ski Area
- Port of Kobe
- Himeji Castle
- Mount Rokko
- Meriken Park
- Setonaikai National Park
- Kobe Tower
- Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
- Kobe Animal Kingdom
- Tojoko Toy Kingdom
- Motomachi Shopping Street
- Awaji Yumebutai International Conference Center
- Mitsui Outlet Park
- Sumaura Park
- Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden
- Ikuta Shrine
- Miki Horseland Park
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