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A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a marble bathtub, and a large mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with a bottle and glass, and a minibar.

A hotel entrance with a neon sign reading "Lucky Sun" and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

1. Lucky Sun

2.9 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Christopher

￥7,842

￥8,626 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a large digital display, and a geometric decorative wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a central fire feature, seating areas, and a digital welcome screen.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a large wall with a hanging floral design, and a wooden partition.

A narrow, stone-walled corridor with a wooden ceiling and a lit interior.

2. HOTEL U's Kouroen – Adults Only

2.5 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Anonymous traveler

￥11,094

￥12,203 total

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A modern building with a two-story structure, large windows, and a flat roof.

A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, potted plants, and a statue.

A modern bathroom with a marble sink, a black countertop, and a vase with flowers.

A modern lounge area with black leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and tall potted plants.

3. Hotel Ritz Koshien

3.1 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Mohammed Youssef Saleh

￥7,411

￥8,967 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel building with the name 'LIVEMAX HOTELS & RESORTS' on the facade. It features a symmetrical design with multiple windows and a central entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A restaurant interior with brick walls, green plants, wooden tables, and metal chairs.

A laundry room with two front-loading washing machines and two control panels below them.

4. Hotel Live Max Nishinomiya

2.7 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Tatsuya

￥6,933

￥7,703 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A rooftop with a hot tub, wooden deck, and a Ferris wheel in the background.

A modern reception area with a wooden floor, a blue seating area, and a wall-mounted flag display.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a circular seating area, a wall-mounted TV, and a large window with a view.

The entrance to a hotel with a modern design, featuring a glass door and a sign above that reads "HOTEL SAILS".

5. Hotel Sails

11.6 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Kerri

￥11,185

￥14,504 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a freestanding bathtub, and a view of a landscaped garden.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a showerhead, and a window providing a view of greenery outside.

A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden interior, a stone hot tub, and a wooden bench.

A rooftop pool with a view of the city skyline, surrounded by a wooden fence and a stone wall.

6. Taketoritei Maruyama

11.6 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Gustavo

￥57,491

￥70,773 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A grand lobby with a red carpet, a large chandelier, and a staircase with a balustrade.

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A spacious hallway with a patterned carpet, elegant chandeliers, and a set of double doors.

A hotel room with three beds, a large window, a TV, and a bench.

7. Takarazuka Hotel

10.9 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Jennifer

￥11,384

￥14,527 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A cable car system with a cityscape in the background.

A rustic interior with wooden beams, a long counter, and a group of people interacting.

A building with a sign reading "MAYA GUEST HOUSE KOREA" and a wooden bench outside.

A rustic kitchen with wooden countertops, a brick backsplash, and exposed ductwork.

8. Guest House MAYA - Hostel

10.2 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Cole

￥12,461

￥13,816 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern outdoor area with a stone wall, a wooden deck, and a water feature.

A traditional Japanese interior with a sliding door, a small table with a plant, and a sign with Japanese characters.

A large stone hot tub on a wooden deck with a view of a lake and mountains.

A multi-story building with a covered entrance and a parking area.

9. Okuno Hosomichi

11.8 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Wah Hung David

￥73,409

￥81,050 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel entrance with a dark facade, a welcoming entrance, and a pathway leading to the reception area.

A narrow alleyway with a colorful mural on one side and a black building on the other. There are two metal chairs outside the building.

A compact, modern living space with a bunk bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A modern building facade with a prominent door labeled "Mid-Century."

10. TORACO konohana

11.4 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Josh

￥12,872

￥14,171 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A tall, modern building with a grand entrance, featuring large columns and a prominent clock.

A luxurious lobby with a reflective marble floor, a grand chandelier, and ornate wall decorations.

A hotel room with a large TV screen displaying a cityscape, a bed, a red sofa, and a small table with a lamp.

A modern hotel corridor with reflective black tiles, glass doors, and a central light fixture.

11. The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

11.1 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Osbaldo

￥18,645

￥22,809 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT."

A lobby with a central carpeted area, wooden slat walls, and a starry ceiling design.

A modern bar area with reflective spherical light fixtures, a view of the cityscape through large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, and a round table.

12. HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

11.2 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Christopher

￥13,636

￥15,000 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a view of a bridge, and a restaurant with outdoor seating.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent bridge in the background.

A modern indoor pool area with clear glass walls, a curved pool, and a stone bench.

13. LIBER HOTEL OSAKA

11.1 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Alice

￥12,909

￥14,500 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern spa room with a large bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower area, and a wooden bench.

A minimalist room with a tatami mat floor, a low wooden bed, a grey sofa, and a sliding shoji screen door leading to a traditional Japanese bath area with a stone lantern.

A minimalist room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a grey sofa, and a sliding shoji screen with a red decorative element.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden bench, and a small table.

14. KONJAKUSO Osaka Tempozan "IKESU" Projection Mapping SPA "TAKADORO" Wheel View

11.3 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

"I had a wonderful experience renting this apartment. The location is convenient, and the neighborhood is safe and friendly. The apartment itself is well-maintained, clean, and comes with modern amenities. The landlord was responsive and easy to communicate with, addressing any concerns promptly. The overall atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, making it truly feel like a home away from home. I highly recommend this apartment for a comfortable and enjoyable living experience."

Maria

￥52,793

￥83,432 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a prominent sign at the top.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the cityscape.

A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a central plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city at night.

15. Kobe Portopia Hotel

11.7 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Siu Lan Anji

￥9,367

￥11,850 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A lobby with a seating area, a chandelier, and a large window.

A multi-level highway interchange with visible roadways and overpasses.

A reception area with wooden shelving, a reception desk, and seating.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a covered walkway.

16. Hotel Vischio Amagasaki

9.8 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Kayla

￥17,810

￥19,881 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A stone pathway leading to a wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern bathroom with dark tiles, a bench, and a glass door leading to an outdoor area with greenery.

A dining area with a view of autumn foliage through large windows.

17. Arimasansoh Goshobessho

11.8 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Adrian

￥113,223

￥137,299 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hot tub with a view of a cityscape, a wooden bench, and a basket of flowers.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small stool, a large mirror, and a bathroom with a bathtub and sink.

A balcony with tatami mats, a wooden chair, a small table, and a view of city buildings at night.

A hot tub in a wooden room with a view of greenery outside.

18. Hotel Wakamizu

10.8 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Karl

￥37,414

￥41,455 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

The entrance of Oriental Hotel Universal City with a modern design, featuring a large vertical garden and a textured wall facade.

A spacious lobby with modern wooden ceiling structures, a central seating area, and vertical greenery walls.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a TV, a desk, and a large abstract wall mural.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a large abstract wall art piece.

19. Oriental Hotel Universal City

11.1 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Carly

￥13,572

￥15,008 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A modern building with a 'QUINTESSA' sign, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A buffet with various dishes, including salmon, cheese, and bread.

A modern lobby with a cylindrical column and a patterned wall.

A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, including a prominent curved skyscraper and a rectangular building with many windows.

20. Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay

11.6 km from Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Carlos

￥8,067

￥8,874 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Lucky Sun	8.2 Very good 223 reviews	View
HOTEL U's Kouroen – Adults Only	7.8 Good 120 reviews	View
Hotel Ritz Koshien	7.8 Good 370 reviews	View
Hotel Live Max Nishinomiya	7.4 Good 142 reviews	View
Hotel Sails	9.8 Exceptional 213 reviews	View

Top Nishinomiya Shell Museum Hotel Reviews

Oriental Hotel Universal City

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and the beds were very comfortable."

The Singulari Hotel & Skyspa at Universal Studios Japan

10/10 Excellent

"Right next to train station, has so many dining options right next to it, don’t need to go anywhere else for food, there’s 7/11 and Lawson inside by dining areas too, hotel room is more spacious than other experiences at other hotels"

HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice beautiful and clean place . Walking distance to universal studios and universal city walk and train station."

Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay

10/10 Excellent

"インテックス大阪が目の前でイベントに参加しやすかったです　駐車場も1泊1000円がアプリ提示でなぜか無料で、出し入れもいつでもフロントで無料QRがもらえて快適でした　部屋がとっても静かで各階にウォーターサーバー（熱湯冷水常温）があり、助かりました　シャワーヘッドはRefaでした　ユニットバスですが、広くて快適でした　シティービューも梅田ビル街や港、コンテナ、トラス橋など見晴らしがとっても良かったです"

The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

10/10 Excellent

"Very close to USS, good location and well maintained."

Hotel Keihan Universal Tower

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel, great location. We stayed for 2 nights with breakfast, the only fault was the breakfast as a westerner burgers fried chicken and pork skewers and chips are not for us , no toast or scrambled egg in sight shame as this let us down."

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

10/10 Excellent

"The Rise has very clean and spacious. We enjoyed the provided coffee and tea. The kitchenette had one of everything needed for one to cook. The bathroom is amazing with the dehumidifying option. The host provides well thought out translation for the guide to use various tech and gadgets in the room."

Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Staff is very pleasant."

Hotel Vischio Amagasaki

10/10 Excellent

"Super close to the train station and had everything we needed during our trip to Japan. It’s the perfect place for the price, great quality, and convenience!"

Other attractions near Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Shinnishinomiya Yacht Harbor

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Nishinomiya with a trip to Shinnishinomiya Yacht Harbor. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Omae Beach Park

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Omae Beach Park might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Nishinomiya. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples while you're in the area.

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Ashiya Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ashiya Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Ashiya. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Tanizaki Junichiro Memorial Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Tanizaki Junichiro Memorial Museum during your travels in Ashiya. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Ashiya City Museum of Art & History

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Ashiya City Museum of Art & History during your trip to Ashiya. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Otani Memorial Art Museum

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Otani Memorial Art Museum during your travels in Nishinomiya. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Kyoshi Memorial Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kyoshi Memorial Museum in Ashiya. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Ashiya Park

Ashiya Park is just one of the places to see in Ashiya, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Nishinomiya Shell Museum?

Nishinomiya Shell Museum is located in a welcoming area of Nishinomiya known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. You'll find 23 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Nishinomiya Shell Museum?

Hewitt Koshen is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. It's located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Nishinomiya Shell Museum. Other good choices within a few miles include Hotel Plaza Kobe and Kobe Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers.

How many hotels will I find close to Nishinomiya Shell Museum?

Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Nishinomiya Shell Museum.

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

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Nishinomiya Shell Museum.

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

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What can I see and do near Nishinomiya Shell Museum?

Otani Memorial Art Museum, Tanizaki Junichiro Memorial Museum, and Ashiya City Museum of Art & History feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Local parks like Ashiya Park, Osaka Maishima Lily Garden, and Shukugawa Kasenshiki Ryokuchi Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Lounge by the water at Ashiya Beach and Omae Beach Park.

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Our top choices for Nishinomiya Shell Museum hotels

1. Lucky Sun

2. HOTEL U's Kouroen – Adults Only

3. Hotel Ritz Koshien

4. Hotel Live Max Nishinomiya

5. Hotel Sails

6. Taketoritei Maruyama

7. Takarazuka Hotel

8. Guest House MAYA - Hostel

9. Okuno Hosomichi

10. TORACO konohana

11. The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

12. HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

13. LIBER HOTEL OSAKA

14. KONJAKUSO Osaka Tempozan "IKESU" Projection Mapping SPA "TAKADORO" Wheel View

15. Kobe Portopia Hotel

16. Hotel Vischio Amagasaki

17. Arimasansoh Goshobessho

18. Hotel Wakamizu

19. Oriental Hotel Universal City

20. Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay

Compare popular hotels close to Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Top Nishinomiya Shell Museum Hotel Reviews

Oriental Hotel Universal City

The Singulari Hotel & Skyspa at Universal Studios Japan

HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay

The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

Hotel Keihan Universal Tower

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay

Hotel Vischio Amagasaki

Other attractions near Nishinomiya Shell Museum

Shinnishinomiya Yacht Harbor

Omae Beach Park

Ashiya Beach

Tanizaki Junichiro Memorial Museum

Ashiya City Museum of Art & History

Otani Memorial Art Museum

Kyoshi Memorial Museum

Ashiya Park

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