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Seaside Deluxe (Futons for extra beds, No Tattoo, 7years old above only) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

1. Kobe Minato Onsen Ren - Adult Only

Kobe City Centre, 2.9 km from Kobe Science Museum

Julia

￥26,909

￥32,860 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Main Building Executive Floor, Celebrity Suite Twin, Nonsmoking, Includes Access to Gym, Indoor Pool | Desk, WiFi (free), alarm clocks, bed sheets

Desk, WiFi (free), alarm clocks, bed sheets

2. Kobe Portopia Hotel

Chuo Ward, 0.5 km from Kobe Science Museum

Kyto

￥9,367

￥11,850 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

3. Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

Hatobacho, 3.2 km from Kobe Science Museum

Ishanka

￥14,431

￥17,835 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

4. Centurion Hotel & Spa Vintage Kobe

Chuo Ward, 1.5 km from Kobe Science Museum

Matthew

￥8,716

￥9,643 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

5. Hotel Pearl City Kobe

Chuo Ward, 0.3 km from Kobe Science Museum

￥8,103

￥9,723 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Traditional Room, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

6. Ariston Hotel Kobe

Chuo Ward, 0.6 km from Kobe Science Museum

Milithza

￥6,910

￥7,661 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

Junior Suite, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries

7. THE ORIENT

Kobe City Centre, 3.4 km from Kobe Science Museum

mennor

￥24,173

￥29,249 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

8. Hotel La Suite Kobe Harborland

Hatobacho, 3.7 km from Kobe Science Museum

ARKADY

￥33,180

￥39,816 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

9. HOTEL LIBERAL - Adults Only

Kitano, 4.4 km from Kobe Science Museum

￥7,074

￥7,800 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Premier Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View (with Kobe Suma Sea World tickets) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

10. Kobe Suma Sea World Hotel

Suma Ward, 8.5 km from Kobe Science Museum

sumie

￥40,145

￥44,327 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, bidet

Superior Room with Tatami Floor and Open-air Bath (C) | Down comforters, desk, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Deluxe Room with Tatami Area and Open-air Bath-D | Down comforters, desk, WiFi (free), individually decorated

11. Okuno Hosomichi

Arimacho, 14.3 km from Kobe Science Museum

Wah Hung David

￥81,225

￥89,648 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Premium Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, spring water tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

12. Arimasansoh Goshobessho

Arimacho, 14.5 km from Kobe Science Museum

Adrian

￥74,512

￥90,799 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

13. Guest House MAYA - Hostel

Nada Ward, 4.7 km from Kobe Science Museum

Cole

￥11,751

￥13,015 total

Aug 21 - Aug 22

14. Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya

Sannomiya, 3.9 km from Kobe Science Museum

Francesca

￥12,271

￥13,591 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

15. Hotel Okura Kobe

Hatobacho, 3.5 km from Kobe Science Museum

David

￥12,095

￥15,299 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

16. DaiwaRoynetHotel Kobe-Sannomiya PREMIER

Sannomiya, 3.6 km from Kobe Science Museum

Misako

￥17,822

￥19,738 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Superior Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, WiFi (free)

17. Raconter Arima

Arimacho, 14.3 km from Kobe Science Museum

Dania

￥34,403

￥38,214 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Traditional Room (can't serve dinner after 8 PM checkin) | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

18. Arima Onsen Gekkoen Korokan

Arimacho, 14.5 km from Kobe Science Museum

Ying

￥31,963

￥35,901 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

19. Hotel Monterey KOBE

Sannomiya, 4.1 km from Kobe Science Museum

Eva Suk Wah

￥8,079

￥10,486 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Kobe Minato Onsen Ren - Adult Only	9.2 Wonderful 608 reviews	View
Kobe Portopia Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,180 reviews	View
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,062 reviews	View
Centurion Hotel & Spa Vintage Kobe	8.8 Excellent 401 reviews	View
Hotel Pearl City Kobe	7.8 Good 845 reviews	View

Top Kobe Science Museum Hotel Reviews

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

8/10 Good

"Great place"

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

10/10 Excellent

"Nice staff!!! Clean"

HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was within walking distance of universal studios and universal city walk. The staff were very nice and friendly. The only complaint is that there should be a change machine for the laundry room since the washers and dryers only accept 100 jpy coins."

Kobe Portopia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"4 beds with in a good space of room"

Oriental Hotel Universal City

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent"

ART HOTEL Osaka Bay Tower

10/10 Excellent

"My husband and I had a wonderful stay at the Art Hotel. Our double room was spacious enough for two people and impeccably clean. The view from our room was amazing and especially beautiful at night. The hotel itself is luxurious. The lobby is beautifully decorated. It was also very convenient as the hotel was near so many stores and restaurants and Solaniwa Onsen. Definitely would stay here again!"

The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at The Park Front Hotel. The location is unbeatable—right next to Universal Studios Japan, making it incredibly convenient. The room was clean, spacious, and comfortable, with excellent views and great amenities. The staff were professional, friendly, and always willing to help. Check-in and check-out were smooth, and everything felt well organized. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Osaka, especially if you’re planning to spend time at Universal Studios. Thank you for a fantastic experience!"

Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Room size was massive and very impressive with modern facilities. Room and the hotel as a whole is clean, apart from the obvious leak on the ceiling at front desk with visible mold around the aircon. Other than that, we had a wonderful stay!"

The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya

10/10 Excellent

"Overall, I had a great stay and would definitely stay here again."

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Kobe International Exhibition Hall

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

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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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Kobe Animal Kingdom

8.4/10 (159 reviews)

Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Kobe Animal Kingdom during your trip to Kobe? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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UCC Coffee Museum

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at UCC Coffee Museum in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Asics Sports Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Asics Sports Museum during your trip to Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Kobe Convention Center

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Kobe Convention Center during your trip to Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Nunobiki Hābu-kōen

Find out about the history of Kobe when you take a trip to Nunobiki Hābu-kōen. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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World Memorial Hall

Catch an event at World Memorial Hall during your trip to Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kobe Science Museum?

Kobe Science Museum is located in an area of Kobe known for its major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Kobe Science Museum?

Adjacent to Kobe Science Museum, Kobe Portopia Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 9 restaurants. Other good choices within a few miles include Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel and Hotel Monterey KOBE.

How many hotels will I find near Kobe Science Museum?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Kobe Science Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kobe Science Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Kobe Science Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kobe Science Museum?

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What can I see and do near Kobe Science Museum?

Study the collections at Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art, Kobe Maritime Museum, or Kawasaki Good Times World. While you're exploring, swing by Ikuta Shrine, Kitano Ijinkan Street, and Nofuku Temple to learn a bit about the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Kobe Animal Kingdom, Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, and Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial.

How can I get to Kobe Science Museum?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing all of the area near Kobe Science Museum is a breeze. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Shinkobe Station, Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station, and Kasuganomichi Station. If you'd like to explore more of the area, jump aboard a train from Kobe Kasuganomichi Station, Kobe Sannomiya Station, or Kobe Station. You can learn about your options for water transportation at the port.

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Our top choices for Kobe Science Museum hotels

1. Kobe Minato Onsen Ren - Adult Only

2. Kobe Portopia Hotel

3. Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

4. Centurion Hotel & Spa Vintage Kobe

5. Hotel Pearl City Kobe

6. Ariston Hotel Kobe

7. THE ORIENT

8. Hotel La Suite Kobe Harborland

9. HOTEL LIBERAL - Adults Only

10. Kobe Suma Sea World Hotel

11. Okuno Hosomichi

12. Arimasansoh Goshobessho

13. Guest House MAYA - Hostel

14. Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya

15. Hotel Okura Kobe

16. DaiwaRoynetHotel Kobe-Sannomiya PREMIER

17. Raconter Arima

18. Arima Onsen Gekkoen Korokan

19. Hotel Monterey KOBE

Compare popular hotels close to Kobe Science Museum

Top Kobe Science Museum Hotel Reviews

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

Kobe Portopia Hotel

Oriental Hotel Universal City

ART HOTEL Osaka Bay Tower

The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay

The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya

Other attractions near Kobe Science Museum

Kobe International Exhibition Hall

Port of Kobe

Kobe Animal Kingdom

UCC Coffee Museum

Asics Sports Museum

Kobe Convention Center

Nunobiki Hābu-kōen

World Memorial Hall

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