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

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.

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

1. Kobe Portopia Hotel

Chuo Ward, 1.5 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Linda

S$99

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, and a view of a cityscape at sunset.

A modern hotel room with a long wooden bar, several cushioned chairs, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern dining area with a city view, large windows, and a high ceiling with intricate patterns.

A modern multi-story hotel with a prominent 'CENTURION' sign, featuring a unique facade with balconies and a corner entrance.

2. Centurion Hotel & Spa Vintage Kobe

Chuo Ward, 2.6 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

alberto

S$63

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A rooftop with a hot tub, wooden deck, and a Ferris wheel in the background.

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and seating area.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a circular seating area, a wall-mounted TV, and a large window with a view.

A modern reception area with a wooden floor, a blue seating area, and a wall-mounted flag display.

3. Hotel Sails

19.3 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Dora

S$101

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with glass doors and a flat roof.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, hanging plants, and framed artwork on the walls.

A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, potted plants, and a display of flowers.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, a brick wall, and a view of traditional architecture in the background.

4. Dormy Inn Kobe Motomachi Natural Hot Springs

Nankin-machi, 4.9 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Azim

S$89

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a mirror.

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

A multi-story building with illuminated signage and decorative lights.

A well-lit living room with a television, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a massage chair. There is a large window with a view of a bedroom.

5. Hotel Fine Rokko Kita Ichibanchi

Kita Ward, 13.8 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Rose

S$54

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

A modern living room with a green sofa, a small round table, and a TV mounted on a dark wooden cabinet.

A modern cafe with a long counter, seating area, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a small round table, and a view of the city at night.

6. Kobe Plaza Hotel West

Nankin-machi, 5 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Sinclair

S$68

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern indoor pool area with clear glass walls, a curved pool, and a stone bench.

A buffet setup with various food items and a modern kitchen in the background.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent bridge in the background.

7. LIBER HOTEL OSAKA

19.2 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Brian

S$109

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, balconies, and a sign reading 'Hotel Montecerro Roe'.

A hallway with a textured wall and a carpeted floor.

A modern bathroom with a tiled floor, a small pool, and a row of individual shower stalls.

A stone staircase leading to a black metal fence with a flower garden in front.

8. Hotel Monterey KOBE

Sannomiya, 5.3 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Jonathan

S$116

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A spacious indoor courtyard with multiple levels of balconies, seating areas with tables and chairs, and decorative spherical planters.

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

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

9. Villa Fontaine Kobe - Sannomiya

Sannomiya, 5.2 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

dean

S$84

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a fireplace, and a view of the water.

A restaurant with a long table and chairs, a view of the ocean, and wooden paneling on the walls.

10. THE ORIENT

Kobe City Centre, 4.6 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Bradley Walter

S$305

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel with a multi-story structure, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a covered area.

A modern outdoor café area with tables and chairs, a glass railing, and a view of the cityscape.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, comfortable seating, large windows with curtains, and a modern ceiling design.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, marble flooring, and a central seating area.

11. Kobe Luminous Hotel Sannomiya

Sannomiya, 4.7 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

MD RAZIB

S$61

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden facade, large sliding doors, and a signboard.

A stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery, leading to a traditional building.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, two beds, a sofa, and sliding doors with shoji screens.

A traditional room with wooden floors, a sofa, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and large windows with curtains.

12. Hotel Hanakoyado

Arimacho, 16 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

skeei

S$456

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A hotel lobby with a central column, palm trees, and seating areas.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a round table, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking a city skyline at dusk.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, palm trees, and a modern reception desk.

13. Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

Hatobacho, 4.2 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Calvin

S$150

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A hotel with a large pool, lush greenery, and a mountainous backdrop.

A serene indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, clear glass railings, and a view of the outdoors.

A multi-story hotel with a pool and landscaped gardens at night.

A wooden deck with a hot tub, outdoor furniture, and a view of trees and a building in the background.

14. Arima Grand Hotel

Arimacho, 16.1 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Charles

S$402

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A cityscape with a prominent tower and a modern bridge.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of the sea.

A restaurant with wooden tables and benches, a view of trees through a large window, and hanging pendant lights.

A spacious conference room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Hotel Okura Kobe

Hatobacho, 4.6 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Bradley Walter

S$161

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A hotel with a pool, a view of a bridge, and a landscaped garden.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a view of a bridge and the sea.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a bridge and the sea. There is a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern interior with stone walls, a blue column, and a glass door leading to a shower area.

16. Seaside Hotel Maiko Villa Kobe

Tarumi Ward, 17 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Jesse

S$110

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern building with a unique tiered design, featuring a prominent entrance with glass doors and a seating area outside.

A modern hotel lobby with wooden steps, a reception desk, and a display case.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a potted plant, and a building entrance with glass doors.

17. The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya

Kobe City Centre, 5.2 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Andy

S$86

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, two beds, a sofa, and large windows offering a view of a forested mountain.

A modern spa area with a large window, a hot tub, and a view of a cityscape.

A balcony with a view of a cityscape at dusk, including buildings and a mountain.

18. Arima Onsen Hanano – Adults Only

Arimacho, 16.1 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

V.S.

S$447

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A rooftop pool with a view of the city skyline, surrounded by a wooden fence and a stone wall.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a showerhead, and a window providing a view of greenery outside.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed hot tub, wooden stools, and a view of a garden through large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a large window with a view of the beach.

19. Taketoritei Maruyama

Arimacho, 15.9 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Raymond Wai Man

S$535

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area, a table with wine bottles, and a coat rack.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a marble bathtub, and a large mirror.

A hotel entrance with a neon sign reading "Lucky Sun" and a well-lit facade.

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

20. Lucky Sun

14.4 km from Kobe Animal Kingdom

Christopher

S$75

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Kobe Animal Kingdom

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Kobe Portopia Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,294 reviews	View
Centurion Hotel & Spa Vintage Kobe	8.8 Excellent 427 reviews	View
Hotel Sails	9.8 Exceptional 225 reviews	View
Dormy Inn Kobe Motomachi Natural Hot Springs	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Hotel Fine Rokko Kita Ichibanchi	8.2 Very good 176 reviews	View

Top Kobe Animal Kingdom Hotel Reviews

HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and very friendly staff"

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend staying here !!! Super clean and great vibe in your room with a city view"

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent overall! Friendly staff!!"

HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT VITA

10/10 Excellent

"Good service and nice hotel food is very good and downstair has Glosary and very easy to walk through universal and I like this hotel very much. Inside room is very big and clean ."

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

10/10 Excellent

"Checkin process was"

The Singulari Hotel & Skyspa at Universal Studios Japan

8/10 Good

"Great place to stay. Staff was friendly and helpful."

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

8/10 Good

"We just stayed one night and it was fine. Breakfast was okay."

The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

10/10 Excellent

"We chose this hotel for the location and we’re so thrilled with our choice. It is a beautiful hotel, with very welcoming staff and the perfect location. We opted for the park view room; it was a stunning view and really added to our trip. The staff helped us coordinate our luggage transfer so we could easily manage the trains with our two young children."

APA Hotel Namba Ekihigashi

10/10 Excellent

"Ok good"

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A large, modern stadium with a curved roof, surrounded by trees and tall buildings.

Kobe International Exhibition Hall

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Kobe International Exhibition Hall during your trip to Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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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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Kobe Science Museum

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

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UCC Coffee Museum

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in UCC Coffee Museum in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Kobe Convention Center

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Kobe Convention Center during your trip to Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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World Memorial Hall

Catch an event at World Memorial Hall during your trip to Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Asics Sports Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Asics Sports Museum during your travels in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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BE KOBE Monument

Find out about the history of Kobe when you spend time at BE KOBE Monument. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kobe Animal Kingdom?

Kobe Animal Kingdom is located in an area of Kobe that travellers like for its museums, theme park and aquarium. You'll find 116 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Kobe Animal Kingdom?

Kobe Portopia Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 9 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Kobe Animal Kingdom. Other good choices within a few miles include Kobe PortTower Hotel and Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Kobe Animal Kingdom?

Expedia has 116 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Kobe Animal Kingdom.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Kobe Animal Kingdom.

What can I see and do near Kobe Animal Kingdom?

You'll want to browse the collections at Kobe City Museum, Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art and Asics Sports Museum. Ikuta Shrine, Kitano Ijinkan Street and Nofuku Temple are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial and Higashi Yuenchi Park.

How can I get to Kobe Animal Kingdom?

With so many transport options, seeing the area around Kobe Animal Kingdom is simple. Walk to nearby metro stations like Shinkobe Station, Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station and Kasuganomichi Station. If you're hopping a train into town, Kobe Kasuganomichi Station, Kobe Sannomiya Station and Kobe Station are the stations closest to Chuo Ward. You can explore your options for water transport at the port.

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Our top choices for Kobe Animal Kingdom hotels

1. Kobe Portopia Hotel

2. Centurion Hotel & Spa Vintage Kobe

3. Hotel Sails

4. Dormy Inn Kobe Motomachi Natural Hot Springs

5. Hotel Fine Rokko Kita Ichibanchi

6. Kobe Plaza Hotel West

7. LIBER HOTEL OSAKA

8. Hotel Monterey KOBE

9. Villa Fontaine Kobe - Sannomiya

10. THE ORIENT

11. Kobe Luminous Hotel Sannomiya

12. Hotel Hanakoyado

13. Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

14. Arima Grand Hotel

15. Hotel Okura Kobe

16. Seaside Hotel Maiko Villa Kobe

17. The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya

18. Arima Onsen Hanano – Adults Only

19. Taketoritei Maruyama

20. Lucky Sun

Compare popular hotels close to Kobe Animal Kingdom

Top Kobe Animal Kingdom Hotel Reviews

HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT VITA

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

The Singulari Hotel & Skyspa at Universal Studios Japan

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

APA Hotel Namba Ekihigashi

Other attractions near Kobe Animal Kingdom

Kobe International Exhibition Hall

Port of Kobe

Kobe Science Museum

UCC Coffee Museum

Kobe Convention Center

World Memorial Hall

Asics Sports Museum

BE KOBE Monument

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