The Best Hotels Closest to Kobe University in Kobe for 2026

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A dining area with a city view, wooden flooring, and modern lighting.

A bar with a city view, modern design, and a long counter with stools.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a piano.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a desk lamp, a window with a city view, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

1. ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG

Kitano, 4.4 km from Kobe University

Marek

￥10,723

￥15,274 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A spacious indoor area with a checkered floor, seating arrangements, and a chessboard.

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

The entrance to HOTEL Villa Fontaine with a modern design, featuring a glass door and a potted plant outside.

A spacious lobby with a large checkered floor, modern seating, and a large chess set.

2. Villa Fontaine Kobe - Sannomiya

Sannomiya, 4.8 km from Kobe University

Tota

￥7,986

￥8,854 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign reading "FRESSAINN".

A long, narrow hotel corridor with doors numbered 707 and 703.

A modern lobby with a sofa, two coffee tables, a reception desk, and self-service kiosks.

A restaurant with multiple seating areas, a buffet counter with various dishes, and a coffee machine.

3. Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kobe Sannomiya

Sannomiya, 4.9 km from Kobe University

Jacob

￥8,223

￥9,047 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

4. Comfort Hotel ERA Kobe Sannomiya

Sannomiya, 4.9 km from Kobe University

Stephen

￥8,091

￥8,900 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A rooftop terrace with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a city view.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, marble flooring, and a chandelier.

A modern indoor swimming pool with a sloped ceiling and wooden paneling.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a prominent sign, and a geometric ceiling design.

5. APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

24.8 km from Kobe University

Luigi

￥8,311

￥9,257 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a white sink, and a black chair.

A reception area with a green counter, a clock, and a sign that reads "GREEN RICH HOTELS".

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Greenrich Hotels' and a direction sign for 'Cafe & Dining'.

6. Green Rich Hotel Kobe Sannomiya Artificial Hot Spring Futamata Yunohana

Sannomiya, 4.9 km from Kobe University

EUGENE

￥8,505

￥9,450 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A luxurious hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a sofa, and a mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a desk with a lamp.

A restaurant with a long counter, seating area, and a buffet.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign at the top.

7. Hotel Piena Kobe

Chuo Ward, 4.8 km from Kobe University

Chao-Chang

￥7,822

￥9,464 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern lobby with a seating area, a mural, and a Kobe sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A laundry area with two washing machines and a control panel with instructions.

A modern dining area with wooden partitions, white tables, and chairs.

8. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kobe Sannomiya

Kobe City Centre, 4.9 km from Kobe University

Samantha

￥8,000

￥8,800 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A building with a sign reading "Toyoko Inn" and another sign with Japanese characters.

A laundry facility with three stacked dryers and a door with handrails.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, vending machines, and a clock on the wall.

9. Toyoko Inn Kobe Sannomiya-eki Higashi

Sannomiya, 4.7 km from Kobe University

Alex

￥8,505

￥9,450 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

The exterior of a Super Hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with glass doors and a well-lit facade.

A reception area with a white brick wall, framed text, a potted plant, and an elevator.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a small seating area, and a wall with framed pictures and a sign that reads "SUPERHOTEL".

A buffet area with a long counter, various food items, and a bowl of salad.

10. Super Hotel Kobe

Kitano, 4.9 km from Kobe University

Tuan

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a desk with a chair.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mirror.

A table set for dining with white tablecloths, silverware, and wine glasses, overlooking a garden and buildings.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, outdoor seating area, and a bakery on the ground floor.

11. Hotel Kitano Plaza Rokkoso

Kitano, 4.9 km from Kobe University

￥11,285

￥12,497 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A cityscape at night with illuminated buildings, including a prominent high-rise with a unique rooftop structure.

A buffet setup with various food items and serving equipment.

A room with a large window offering a nighttime city view, a white lamp, and a small table with a kettle.

A room with large windows and a view of trees outside.

12. Kobe Sannomiya Union Hotel

Sannomiya, 4.8 km from Kobe University

Pak shun

￥5,905

￥6,496 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern hotel room with two beds separated by a wooden partition, a ceiling fan, and a small table with a lamp.

A modern, well-lit room with a wooden ceiling, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa set, and a small dining area with a table and chairs.

A hallway with wooden paneling, a stone floor, and a circular wall feature with a textured pattern.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower area, and a view of a wooden deck outside.

13. Hotel ISAGO Kobe

Chuo Ward, 4 km from Kobe University

Linda

￥21,896

￥24,386 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a dining table set for two, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "SEA VIEW COURT" and "HOTEL EAVIN COURT KOBE".

A sign for Sea View Court with a black background and gold lettering. Below it, there's a smaller sign with English and Japanese text, and a number "3-14" indicating the unit number.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, grey bedding, a vanity with a mirror and lights, and a wardrobe.

14. Sea View Court Kobe

Chuo Ward, 3.3 km from Kobe University

Nathan

￥18,618

￥20,613 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A well-lit corridor with a glass wall leading to a dining area, a bed, and a TV.

A modern lobby with a central light feature, a reception desk, and a patterned floor.

A spa area with a wooden slatted ceiling, a flat-screen TV, and a rectangular hot tub.

A sign for Hotel Benoa, a modern building with a water feature in front.

15. Hotel Benoa Resort

Nada Ward, 2.7 km from Kobe University

Diana

￥14,300

￥15,730 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling and a large chandelier, featuring comfortable seating areas and a central plant display.

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

16. Kobe Portopia Hotel

Chuo Ward, 7.1 km from Kobe University

Siu Lan Anji

￥11,978

￥13,176 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern resort with geometric architecture, outdoor seating, and a view of the city.

A room with two beds, a window with a view, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A snow-covered outdoor area with unique triangular buildings, a central circular seating arrangement, and a person in red attire.

A wooden reception desk with a laptop, a digital clock, a lamp, and various bottles.

17. Nature Live Rokko

Nada Ward, 2.8 km from Kobe University

KUMIKO

￥77,509

￥85,527 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern hotel room with a bed, a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a marble bathroom.

A hotel entrance with a prominent sign reading "HOTEL ELDIA".

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass shower enclosure, and a black tiled floor.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden cabinet.

18. Hotel Eldia Luxury Kobe

Higashinada, 2.3 km from Kobe University

Chance

￥6,714

￥7,409 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A grand piano in a spacious, elegantly designed room with a staircase and a chandelier.

A bathroom with a vanity, a mirror, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, a visible reception area, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A hotel room with a checkered floor, a bed, a chair, and a vase with white flowers.

19. V Hotel - Adults Only

Higashinada, 2.5 km from Kobe University

Kazuaki

￥5,579

￥6,193 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A modern spa area with a hot tub, seating, and ambient lighting.

A hotel lobby with a tiled floor, a reception desk labeled "FRONT", and a wall with patterned wallpaper.

A hotel named 'Hotel Eldia' with illuminated signage and a modern architectural design.

A modern hotel room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a bed, and a kitchenette.

20. Hotel Eldia Modern Kobe

Higashinada, 2.3 km from Kobe University

Jessica

￥4,667

￥5,150 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Top Kobe University Hotel Reviews

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

10/10 Excellent

"What a great stay in an awesome location in Osaka. Highly recommend staying in this hotel."

HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

10/10 Excellent

"The location was close to Universal Studios Japan."

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay in this hotel! The room had a lot of space, was well maintained and looked brand new. The convenience store right under the hotel was awesome to have, we visited it at least once a day. The location is good too, an easy walk to Osaka Station and the main shopping hubs. The hotel laundry was very affordable and easy to use as well if you time it properly. We would absolutely stay here again when we come back to Osaka!"

The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

10/10 Excellent

"This was an amazing find! Walk outside the hotel and your directly in the Universal City Walk. Best part is right across the bridge is Universal! The hotel was clean. A laundry room on each floor. The staff were very helpful. The even have a service on site to send your luggage to another hotel you might be going to. This will be the hotel we stay at everytime we go back to Universal Tokyo."

Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay

10/10 Excellent

"This was the best hotel during my stay in Japan"

LIBER HOTEL OSAKA

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very kind and helpful. My room was perfect for my stay. I recommend The Liber."

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

8/10 Good

"Right next to the train station, super clean and spacious hotel for even a group of 5. Smooth check in and out process and amazing customer service online when we have questions. Would stay here again!"

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stayed"

Oriental Hotel Universal City

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is excellent"

Other attractions near Kobe University

Kobe Ōji Zoo

8.0/10 (45 reviews)

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Kobe Ōji Zoo during your travels in Kobe? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Rokkoyahata Shrine

You can learn about the history of Kobe with a trip to Rokkoyahata Shrine. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

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Sera Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Sera Museum during your travels in Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

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Yuzuruha Shrine

Yuzuruha Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kobe, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

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Kosetsu Museum of Art

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kosetsu Museum of Art during your trip to Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

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Sawa-no-Tsuru Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sawa-no-Tsuru Museum during your trip to Kobe. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

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Motosumiyoshi Shrine

After visiting Motosumiyoshi Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kobe. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

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Tadanori Yokoo Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Tadanori Yokoo Museum 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 University?

Kobe University is located in an area of Kobe known for its major shopping area. You'll find 164 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Kobe University?

Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free WiFi. It's located 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Kobe University. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hotel Monterey KOBE and Kobe PortTower Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Kobe University?

Expedia has 164 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Kobe University.

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

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Kobe University.

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

For more details about updating your stay near Kobe University or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near Kobe University?

Study the collections at Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art, Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum, or Kobe City Museum. Ikuta Shrine, Kitano Ijinkan Street, and Kitano Foreigners Club are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Kobe University. Spend some time wandering around Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, Rokko Alpine Garden, and Rokko Garden Terrace.

How can I get to Kobe University?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing all of the area near Kobe University is simple. If you're hopping a train into town, Kobe Rokko Station, Kobe Rokkomichi Station, and Kobe Shinzaike Station are the stations closest to Nada Ward. You can learn about your options for water transportation at the local port.

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Our top choices for Kobe University hotels

1. ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG

2. Villa Fontaine Kobe - Sannomiya

3. Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kobe Sannomiya

4. Comfort Hotel ERA Kobe Sannomiya

5. APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

6. Green Rich Hotel Kobe Sannomiya Artificial Hot Spring Futamata Yunohana

7. Hotel Piena Kobe

8. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kobe Sannomiya

9. Toyoko Inn Kobe Sannomiya-eki Higashi

10. Super Hotel Kobe

11. Hotel Kitano Plaza Rokkoso

12. Kobe Sannomiya Union Hotel

13. Hotel ISAGO Kobe

14. Sea View Court Kobe

15. Hotel Benoa Resort

16. Kobe Portopia Hotel

17. Nature Live Rokko

18. Hotel Eldia Luxury Kobe

19. V Hotel - Adults Only

20. Hotel Eldia Modern Kobe

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Top Kobe University Hotel Reviews

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay

LIBER HOTEL OSAKA

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Oriental Hotel Universal City

Other attractions near Kobe University

Kobe Ōji Zoo

Rokkoyahata Shrine

Sera Museum

Yuzuruha Shrine

Kosetsu Museum of Art

Sawa-no-Tsuru Museum

Motosumiyoshi Shrine

Tadanori Yokoo Museum

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