Chuo Ward Travel Guide

Kobe

A traditional Japanese building surrounded by lush greenery and a pond.
A traditional Japanese temple with a curved roof, stone steps leading up to the entrance, and statues of lions on either side.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and wooden structure, surrounded by stone steps and a stone wall.
A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a cable car system, and a clear blue sky.
A waterfall surrounded by autumn foliage.

Stay near popular Chuo Ward attractions

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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Things to do

Kobe : Private Custom Tour

Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)

Rp2.309.168
per adult
Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)
Private Japanese Calligraphy near Arima Onsen

Private Japanese Calligraphy near Arima Onsen

Rp1.099.000
per adult
Private Japanese Calligraphy near Arima Onsen
Herb Garden in Kobe

Kobe City Private Tours

Rp2.018.572
per adult
Kobe City Private Tours
Kobe: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Kobe: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Rp1.457.858
per adult
Kobe: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Stroll through Kobe’s lively nightlife streets, filled with lantern lights and a warm, local atmosphere.

Kobe Private Custom Tour: A Port City Between Mountains and Sea

Rp2.768.455
per adult
Kobe Private Custom Tour: A Port City Between Mountains and Sea
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip

Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip

Rp1.233.572
per adult
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip
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Top hotels in Chuo Ward

Kobe Portopia Hotel

Kobe Portopia Hotel

4.5 out of 5
10-1 6-chome Kobe Hyogo-ken
The price is Rp966.616 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp966.616
per night
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,231 reviews)
"Very impressive from the outside and the lobby experience. Also great location relative to the Portoliner rail. Great breakfast variety as well. Personal opinion, the view isn’t as good from the second floor restaurant but the options are arguably better than the upper floor restaurant. Downside ..."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Kobe Portopia Hotel
Kobe PortTower Hotel

Kobe PortTower Hotel

2.5 out of 5
6-1 Hatobacho Kobe Hyogo-ken
The price is Rp688.651 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp688.651
per night
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kobe Harborland and Port of Kobe are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (580 reviews)
"Bon emplacement, chambre typique et très confortable. Excellent service."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Kobe PortTower Hotel
Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya

Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya

4 out of 5
4-2-1 Kanocho Kobe Hyogo
The price is Rp1.499.671 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp1.499.671
per night
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"とてもよいホテルでした。製氷器が欲しかったです。"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya
Hotel Monterey KOBE

Hotel Monterey KOBE

3.5 out of 5
2-11-13 Shimoyamatedori Kobe Hyogo
The price is Rp1.119.782 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp1.119.782
per night
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"clean and cozy. It is located in the middle of the downtown"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Hotel Monterey KOBE
Candeo Hotels Kobe Torroad

Candeo Hotels Kobe Torroad

4 out of 5
3-8-8, Sannomiya-cho, Chuo-ku Kobe Hyogo
The price is Rp1.579.560 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp1.579.560
per night
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Candeo Hotels Kobe Torroad
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

4.5 out of 5
5-6 Hatobacho Kobe Hyogo-ken
The price is Rp1.656.902 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp1.656.902
per night
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
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Where to stay in Chuo Ward

Find the best Chuo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.

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.

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

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

A traditional Japanese sake brewery interior with wooden barrels, a large wooden barrel in the center, and a sign with information in Japanese.

Higashinada

Get to know Higashinada and its many features like its bars and museums. You might want to explore sights like Port of Kobe and Mount Rokko, and you can jump on the metro at Island Kitaguchi Station or Island Center Station to get around the city.

Chuo Ward Travel Guide