Iwaoka Travel Guide
Kobe
Popular places to visit

Arima Onsen
Arima Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Kobe Harborland
A one-time freight yard just outside Kobe’s city center is now a great spot to go for retail and entertainment choices.

Port of Kobe
Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Rokkosan Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Kobe with a visit to Rokkosan Ski Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Mount Rokko
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Rokko during your travels in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
Things to do

Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara

Kyoto Sanga Football Game at Sanga Stadium by KYOCERA

Katsuo-ji, Minoo Falls, Todai-ji, Arashiyama & Nara Park Day Tour

Kyoto & Nara: Nara Park, Fushimi Inari & Arashiyama Day Trip
Top hotels in Iwaoka

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Good rooms and great views. Great breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
Location is great - right next to Shin Kobe station - don’t worry you can’t hear a thing - Also right next to cable car to the herb garden -a must do trip Good access to shops restaurants Liked the hotel tea lounge Did not like smell of smoking in corridors / room
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Kobe Portopia Hotel
Nice
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kobe Sannomiya
Clean room, great location.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Villa Fontaine Kobe - Sannomiya
Was able to get early check in for free.Staff are very pleasant.Breakfast need more variety.Overall was a great place to stay and highly recommended.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Hotel Monterey KOBE
Overall is good
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Iwaoka

Nishi
When in Nishi and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Glycopia Kobe or Akashi Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seishinchuo Station or Seishinminami Station.

Kanigasaka
Though Kanigasaka may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like PLiCO Nishiakashi and Akashi Castle.

Tarumi Ward
If you're spending some time in Tarumi Ward, Mitsui Outlet Park and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Suma Ward
If you're spending time in Suma Ward, check out sights like Kobe Green Arena or Suma Aqualife Park Kobe and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Myohoji Station or Myodani Station.

Chitosecho
While there might not be top attractions in Chitosecho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kobe Suma Sea World and Suma Aqualife Park Kobe.

Nagata
Get to know Nagata and its many features like its museums and parks. You might want to explore sights like Osaka Bay and Kobe Three Kingdoms Garden, and you can jump on the metro at Komagabayashi Station or Karumo Station to get around the city.
Iwaoka Travel Guide
Hotels Near Iwaoka, Kobe
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