Iwaoka Travel Guide
Kobe
Visit Iwaoka
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka: Wakayama Cat Train, Seafood market, Hot Springs Tour
Hiroshima: Miyajima and Hiroshima UNESCO Day Tour
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Top hotels in Iwaoka
Kobe Portopia Hotel
"I like the wide lobby that has plenty of seats for guests. There is a familymart in the hotel to get supper bites and personal care items that you may need. And not forgeting the generously discounted car park rate 1000yen per night."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
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Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Kobe PortTower Hotel
"When a property offers a gym and a hot and ice bath facility, then it has the capacity to really please its guests. I loved using both of those areas. However, when on one night the room is valued at AU$176.and the next night it is AU$53, you sort of raise an eyebrow!!! The restaurant called The ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Monte Hermana Kobe Amalie
"Lovely hotel! Was only there a day, but definitely enjoyed my stay."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
Hotel Monterey KOBE
"2번째 찾은 고베 몬토레이였습니다. 호텔 외부에서 입구, 프론트데스크로 이어지는 동선의 풍경이 아름답습니다. 직원은 친절하게 도움을 주셨고 방 안은 깨끗하게 정돈된 편입니다. 다시 고베를 찾을 때 1순위로 올려놓겠습니다."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026
Himeji Station Universal Hotel South Exit
"Would not do again. Dirty, vermin, the smell of smoke was overwhelming, breakfast was underwhelming. I sleep on floor futon so I can handle hard surfaces, but the beds were lumpy and cheap. Would do capsule instead. Not as close as you think to the station. Onsen was dirty."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Iwaoka
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.
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 Sannomiya Shrine.
Chuo Ward
You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in Chuo Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Ikuta Shrine, and catch the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station to see more of the 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.
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.
