Kitano is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its museums and restaurants. Make sure that you visit Kitano Ijinkan Street and Shin-Kobe Ropeway as part of your Kitano travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Kitano?

Based on our traveller data, ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in Kitano. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 7 restaurants.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Kitano area?

When you want to find places to stay in Kobe, start by booking one of Expedia's 8 hotels and other accommodation options in Kitano.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kitano, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Kitano.

What is there to do around this Kobe neighbourhood?

Kitano Ijinkan Street, Eikoku-kan and Kitano Tenman Shrine are some local landmarks to explore in Kitano. You could also plan a visit to Shin-Kobe Ropeway or Space 11 Darvish Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Kitano include Ijin-kan on the Hill, Jewish Community of Kansai and Kitano Foreigners Club. While you're out sightseeing, Choueke Family Residence and Kanteibyo are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kobe.

The Best Hotels in Kitano, Kobe - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Kitano hotels

7 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

1. ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG

Kitano

Marek

Rp1.618.687 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

26-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

2. Hotel Kitano Plaza Rokkoso

Kitano

Yu

Rp1.187.152 total

24 Sept - 25 Sept

3. HOTEL LIBERAL - Adults Only

Kitano

Rp813.016 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

4. HOTEL TRANCE otokojukuhotelgroup - Adults Only

Kitano

Rp914.806 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

5. Kobe Kitano Hotel

Kitano

Jin Ju

Rp5.999.324 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

6. Hotel Monterey KOBE

Sannomiya, 0.7 km from Kitano

Eva Suk Wah

Rp1.513.188 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

7. Kobe Portopia Hotel

Chuo Ward, 4.4 km from Kitano

Siu Lan Anji

Rp1.207.276 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

8. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport

29.7 km from Kitano

Tracye

Rp2.082.784 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

9. Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

28.4 km from Kitano

Thuan

Rp1.313.343 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

10. Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay

21.8 km from Kitano

Alison

Rp1.525.414 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

11. LIBER HOTEL OSAKA

22.5 km from Kitano

Alice

Rp1.402.483 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

12. HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

22.9 km from Kitano

Christopher

Rp1.585.180 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

13. The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

22.8 km from Kitano

Osbaldo

Rp2.580.842 total

24 Sept - 25 Sept

14. Oriental Hotel Universal City

22.9 km from Kitano

Carly

Rp1.953.459 total

24 Sept - 25 Sept

15. Osaka Airterminal Hotel

25 km from Kitano

Atsuko

Rp1.767.480 total

5 Oct - 6 Oct

16. Centara Life Namba Hotel Osaka

28.8 km from Kitano

Michelle

Rp958.760 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

17. ART HOTEL Osaka Bay Tower

25 km from Kitano

Mark

Rp1.531.526 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

18. Hotel Keihan Universal Tower

22.9 km from Kitano

Jen

Rp2.574.050 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

19. Hotel Royal Classic Osaka

28.5 km from Kitano

Monica Rocio

Rp4.811.232 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

20. Swissotel Nankai Osaka

28.7 km from Kitano

Edgar

Rp4.193.867 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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Where to stay in Kitano

Find the best Kitano areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kitano

A traditional Japanese temple with red and gold accents, a staircase leading up to the entrance, and a clear blue sky.

Sannomiya

Travellers choose Sannomiya for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station or Boeki Center Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.

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A brightly lit tower with the text "Port of Kochi" at the top, a modern building with a curved facade, and a river with a bridge in the foreground.

Kobe City Centre

Travellers choose Kobe City Centre for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.

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A coastal cityscape with modern buildings, a prominent red tower, and a mountainous backdrop.

Chuo Ward

You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in Chuo Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, and catch the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station to see more of the area.

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A forest with autumn foliage, a stone monument, and a pathway.

Arimacho

Discover Arimacho, memorable for its hot springs. Popular attractions in Arimacho include Arima Onsen and Kin no yu, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Arima Onsen Station.

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A historic building with a large archway, surrounded by trees and a paved area.

Hyogo

Hyogo is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Noevir Stadium Kobe and Osaka Bay are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shinkaichi Station or Kamisawa Station to get around.

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