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Arimaonsen Musubi-no-koyado En

Arimaonsen Musubi-no-koyado En

2 out of 5
1030 Arima, Kita, Kobe, Hyogo
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥18,400 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6

Located in Kita Ward, this golf hostel is steps from Arima Hot Springs, Gokurakuji Temple, and Tosen Shrine. Tsuzumiga Falls and Kobe Tower are also within 16 ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Best staying I had in Japan

"The hosts are the loveliest couple I've met in Japan, took me to the nearby Onsen, helped me plan the rest of my stay and are still in touch with me from time to time to give suggestions for activities and to check how I'm doing. Would definitely go again!!!"…"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2019

Arimaonsen Musubi-no-koyado En
T&K HOSTEL KOBE SANNOMIYA EAST

T&K HOSTEL KOBE SANNOMIYA EAST

2 out of 5
5-6-14, Ooishi Higashimachi, Nada-ku, Kobe
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Located in Nada Ward, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Kobe University, Mount Maya, and Motomachi Shopping Street. Kobe Tower and Meriken Park are also within ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (33 reviews)

"It was a please take hostel with kind staff."…"

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2020

T&K HOSTEL KOBE SANNOMIYA EAST
TOYOTAYA HOSTEL

TOYOTAYA HOSTEL

2.5 out of 5
Tsuto Nishiguchi-cho 2-25, Nishinomiya, Hyogo
The price is ￥5,018 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13

Located in the heart of Nishinomiya, this hostel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Nishinomiya Shrine and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hanshin Koshien Stadium and Kidzania Koshien ...…

3.9/5Good! (42 reviews)

"Nice sized room. Plenty of showers and a few communal spaces"…"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2019

TOYOTAYA HOSTEL
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Family Hotel Hikaria

Family Hotel Hikaria

1 out of 5
2-2-10, Honmachi, Akashi, Hyogo
The price is ￥12,727 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9

This family-friendly Akashi hostel is located in a regional park, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Akashi Castle, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sumaura Park and Kobe Green ...…

4.2/5Very Good! (15 reviews)

"遠方からの友人と宿泊しました。 部屋も隅々まで綺麗です。 コロナの関係で施設の方とお会いする事はできませんでしたが 電話での対応も丁寧で良かったです。 また利用したいと思います。"…"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2020

Family Hotel Hikaria
Hostel Yume-Nomad

Hostel Yume-Nomad

1 out of 5
1-2-2 Shinkaichi Hyogo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo-ken
The price is ￥4,959 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2

Located in Hyogo, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kobe Culture Hall, Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall, and Kobe Harborland. Kobe Tower and Meriken ...…

4/5Very Good! (73 reviews)
Alright if your under 25

"Bit basic for us old guys 😁"…"

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2019

Hostel Yume-Nomad
Guest House MAYA -Hostel

Guest House MAYA -Hostel

2 out of 5
4-4-10, Shironouchi-dori, Nada-ku, Kobe
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥7,636 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6

Located in Nada Ward, this hostel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art and within 3 mi (5 km) of Kobe University and Kobe Tower. Meriken Park ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (63 reviews)

"It was close to the station and next to a very interesting art/furniture store that I enjoyed visiting."…"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2020

Guest House MAYA -Hostel
Brücke hostel&cafe ARIMA Kobe

Brücke hostel&cafe ARIMA Kobe

2 out of 5
405-2, Arimacho, Kitaku, Kobe, Hyogo
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Located in Kita Ward, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kin no yu and Arima Hot Springs. Mount Rokko is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away. Arima Onsen Station is 8 minutes ...…

4.4/5Wonderful! (9 reviews)

"お洒落なカフェに宿泊スペースが併設されている感じ。徒歩ですぐの所に複数の温泉あり。カフェの料理は美味しかった。建物の直ぐ下に川があり水音がかなり聞こえる。"…"

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2020

Brücke hostel&cafe ARIMA Kobe
Kobe Net Cafe & Rental Space Nayuta - Hostel

Kobe Net Cafe & Rental Space Nayuta - Hostel

1 out of 5
3-2-1, Nunobiki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo
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Located in Kobe City Centre, this hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Kitano Foreigners Club, Kobe Tower, and Meriken Park. Kobe Harborland and Kobe Oji Zoo are ...…

2/5 (1 review)
騒音さえなければ、

"連休中だったので、外が騒がしく、ライブの音や話し声などがうるさかったです。布団も薄くさむーい。電気も手前で眩しかった。 店長はとてもいいかた、で立地もかなりよかったです。 騒音が、残念すぎて。ネットカフェ でもよかった感じでした。"…"

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2018

Kobe Net Cafe & Rental Space Nayuta - Hostel
Hostel Anchorage

Hostel Anchorage

2 out of 5
4-1-2, Motomachidori, Chuou-ku, Charmant building 3rd floor, Kobe, Hyogo
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥6,182 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6

Located in Chuo Ward, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Motomachi Shopping Street, Kobe Tower, and Meriken Park. Kobe City Museum and Kobe Harborland ...…

4.4/5Wonderful! (59 reviews)

"Clean hostel in a good location. Owner was incredibly accommodating. Internet was rather bad. Need to rent towels for the shower. Common area on a different floor than sleeping area, which can be inconvenient."…"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2020

Hostel Anchorage
GuestHouse Geragera – Hostel

GuestHouse Geragera – Hostel

2 out of 5
7-15-41 Kariguchidai Tarumi, Kobe, Hyogo
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Nestled on the beach, this Tarumi Ward hostel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Sumaura Park, Kobe Green Arena, and Suma Aqualife Park Kobe. Kobe Harborland and Kobe ...…

3.9/5Good! (35 reviews)

"床に砂が多かったのが気になりました。"…"

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2019

GuestHouse Geragera – Hostel
Kobe Student Youth Center - Hostel

Kobe Student Youth Center - Hostel

1.5 out of 5
3-1-1, Yamada-cho, Nada-ku, Kobe
The price is ￥7,818 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6

Located in Nada Ward, this hostel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Kobe University and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Kobe Oji Zoo. Yuzuruha Shrine and BB Plaza Museum of Art are ...…

Kobe Student Youth Center - Hostel
HOSTEL NAKAMURA Kobe

HOSTEL NAKAMURA Kobe

1 out of 5
2-1-20 Kominatodori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo
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Located in Chuo Ward, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Minatogawa Shrine, Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall, and Kobe Harborland. Kobe Tower and ...…

3.8/5Good! (52 reviews)

"西洋なホームのスダイル旅館です。 古いでも清潔な建物です。スタッフちゃんがめちゃくちゃ可愛ね。一回は、クラッシックのゲームがある。 Charming western style inn. The staff are super cute. There is also a place on the first floor with old games including original zelda and ff3."…"

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2019

HOSTEL NAKAMURA Kobe
Guest House Kobe Nadeshikoya - Hostel

Guest House Kobe Nadeshikoya - Hostel

1 out of 5
1-2-21 Sakaemachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo
The price is ￥12,000 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8

Located in Nankin-machi, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Kobe Tower and Meriken Park. Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall and Port of Kobe are also ...…

4.4/5Excellent! (30 reviews)

"Very convenient location - It's one block off of the main street in Chinatown and it's very close to the metro (~5 blocks). The heater works very well (which is important as it's winter and it's cold outside). There's only 2 showers on the women's floor, so there's the possibility of having to wait ..."…"

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2018

Guest House Kobe Nadeshikoya - Hostel
GALO HOSTEL KOBE

GALO HOSTEL KOBE

1 out of 5
7-1-9, Kumochi-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo
The price is ￥5,636 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8

Located in Chuo Ward, this hostel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum and within 3 mi (5 km) of Kobe Tower and Meriken Park. Kobe University ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (33 reviews)

"nice and cosy place near the shinkansen station but you'll have to commute to the city centre (sannomiya) or take a 15 min walk (10 if you walk fast). cleanliness is excellent and hostel is not crowded as well, making for a very comfortable stay. only catch is that check in times are strictly adhered ..."…"

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2018

GALO HOSTEL KOBE
Guesthouse Kobe Sannomiya - Hostel, Caters to Women

Guesthouse Kobe Sannomiya - Hostel, Caters to Women

1 out of 5
3-3-30 Kotonoocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo
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Located in Sannomiya, this hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ikuta Shrine, Kobe Tower, and Meriken Park. Kobe Oji Zoo and Kobe Harborland are also within 2 mi ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (13 reviews)

"歯ブラシ、タオル、お風呂などもあり凄く良かったが、係の人がいなかったので色々あり時間変更など戸惑うことがあった。"…"

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2020

Guesthouse Kobe Sannomiya - Hostel, Caters to Women
Kobe Sannomiya R2 Hostel

Kobe Sannomiya R2 Hostel

2 out of 5
2-4-6 Chuo-ku Kumoi-dori, Kobe, Hyogo
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Located in Sannomiya, this hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ikuta Shrine, Kobe Tower, and Meriken Park. Port of Kobe and Kobe Oji Zoo are also within 3 mi (5 ...…

4/5Very Good! (25 reviews)

"Hostel bed setting comfortable for winter but bit difficult to sleep in summer."…"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2018

Kobe Sannomiya R2 Hostel
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The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya

The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya

3.5 out of 5
2-3 Shimoyamatedori Chuo, Kobe, Hyogo
The price is ￥5,236 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
4.7/5Exceptional! (23 reviews)

"部屋の広さも清潔感も大満足でした。"…"

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2021

The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya
Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel

Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel

4.5 out of 5
5-6 Hatobacho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo-ken
The price is ￥9,298 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
4.4/5Wonderful! (1,119 reviews)

"I love this hotel! The room was wonderful and the view fantastic. I visited in January so it was a bit cold to enjoy the balcony to its fullest potential but I still really appreciated having it! I want to come back in the warmer months! Location was very close to harbor land for shopping and restaurants ..."…"

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2021

Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe

ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe

5 out of 5
1-Chome, Kitano-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo-ken
The price is ￥8,727 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
4.2/5Very Good! (982 reviews)

"The property is a bit old, but it was kept up well."…"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2020

ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Kobe?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for sightseeing. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Kobe?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start: Arimaonsen Musubi-no-koyado En - Located within a 5-minute walk of Arima Hot Springs. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a bar. Rooms come with free toiletries and hair dryers. T&K HOSTEL KOBE SANNOMIYA EAST - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Kobe Oishi Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with free toiletries and hair dryers. Family Hotel Hikaria - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Kobe Akashi Station and Kobe Sanyo-akashi Station. Property features include free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and an arcade/game room. Rooms come with towels, free toiletries, and linens. Guest House MAYA -Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Kobe Ojikoen Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Rooms come with free toiletries and hair dryers. TOYOTAYA HOSTEL - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Nishinomiya Imazu Station and Nishinomiya Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with free toiletries and hair dryers.
How many hostels will I find in Kobe?
If you’re hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Kobe, one of Expedia’s 16 hostels might be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kobe?
Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 78°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 45°F. Average annual precipitation for Kobe is 53 inches.
What is there to see and do in Kobe?
Generally, Kobe is known for its gardens, museums, and hot springs. Major attractions include Kobe Tower, Meriken Park, and Port of Kobe. Get out into nature with places like Arima Hot Springs, Kobe Animal Kingdom, and Mount Rokko. Cultural attractions include Kobe Culture Hall, Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art, and Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Kobe while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Kobe on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX), located 18.1 mi (29.1 km) away. Another option is Kobe Airport (UKB), situated 4.6 mi (7.3 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transit to get around. You can access metro transit at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station, Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station, and Boeki Center Station. To explore more of the area, hop on a train at Kobe Sannomiya Station, Kobe Kasuganomichi Station, or Kobe Station.

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