What is Nankin-machi like?

Nankin-machi is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its coffee shops and restaurants. Make sure that you visit Motomachi Shopping Street and Nankinmachi Square as part of your Nankin-machi travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Nankin-machi?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Dormy Inn Kobe Motomachi Natural Hot Springs is the highest ranked property in Nankin-machi. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Kobe Harborland, and it offers free WiFi and parking. Another top choice in the area is Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Nankin-machi area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Kobe, choose from one of Expedia's 11 hotels and other accommodation options in Nankin-machi.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Nankin-machi, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Nankin-machi.

What can I see and do in this Kobe neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Nankin-machi are Motomachi Shopping Street and Nankinmachi Square. When you're sightseeing in Kobe, Hyogoken Kokan and Sannomiya Shrine are also worth a stop.

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

1. Dormy Inn Kobe Motomachi Natural Hot Springs

Nankin-machi

Gretchen

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

2. Kobe Plaza Hotel West

Nankin-machi

CeAnn

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A large, multi-deck cruise ship docked at a port with a city skyline in the background.

3. Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi

Nankin-machi

HUEY LIE

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A tented outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a white deck and a woven mat.

4. Guest House Kobe Nadeshikoya - Hostel

Nankin-machi

Ryan

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station in a dining area with red chairs and tables.

5. Hotel Monte Hermana Kobe Amalie

Sannomiya, 0.8 km from Nankin-machi

Qingpo

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A dining area with a city view, wooden flooring, and modern lighting.

6. ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG

Kitano, 2 km from Nankin-machi

Marek

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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

7. Kobe Portopia Hotel

Chuo Ward, 3.5 km from Nankin-machi

Kyto

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A building with a sign reading 'CENTARA LIFE' at the entrance, featuring a modern design with large windows and a well-lit facade.

8. Centara Life Namba Hotel Osaka

29 km from Nankin-machi

MIMI

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A rooftop restaurant with tables and chairs, offering a panoramic city view.

9. Centara Grand Hotel Osaka

29 km from Nankin-machi

Matt

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A dining area with a table set for two, a city view through large windows, and a plate of food.

10. Swissotel Nankai Osaka

28.8 km from Nankin-machi

Nicholas

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A modern hotel room with a city view, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and table.

11. Hotel Royal Classic Osaka

28.7 km from Nankin-machi

Christina

25 Aug - 26 Aug

Three elevator doors with digital displays, a marble wall, and a tiled floor.

12. Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

28.6 km from Nankin-machi

Alissia

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A spacious lobby with modern furnishings, large windows, and indoor plants.

13. Hotel Keihan Namba Grande

29 km from Nankin-machi

Todd

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A lobby with a seating area, a chandelier, and a large window.

14. Hotel Vischio Amagasaki

23 km from Nankin-machi

Kayla

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A modern spa with a long, narrow pool, multiple shower stalls, and a minimalist design.

15. Hotel Monterey KOBE

Sannomiya, 0.7 km from Nankin-machi

Eva Suk Wah

31 Aug - 1 Sept

The entrance of Oriental Hotel Universal City with a modern design, featuring a large vertical garden and a textured wall facade.

16. Oriental Hotel Universal City

23 km from Nankin-machi

Michael

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a wicker chair, and a bookshelf.

17. Sugata Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi, Series By Marriott

29.1 km from Nankin-machi

Nick

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a view of a bridge, and a restaurant with outdoor seating.

18. LIBER HOTEL OSAKA

22.6 km from Nankin-machi

Greg

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT."

19. HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

23.1 km from Nankin-machi

Ramon

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A tall, modern building with a grand entrance, featuring large columns and a prominent clock.

20. The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

23 km from Nankin-machi

Jody

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Where to stay in Nankin-machi

Find the best Nankin-machi 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.

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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 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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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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Top Nankin-machi Hotel Reviews

Namba Oriental Hotel

8/10 Good

"Location good"

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel in the lively area of Namba in Osaka. The hotel is very new and well maintained. We had spacious and comfortable connecting rooms. The onsen was great: too bad that the geometry of the hotel (a tower, as the name says) did not allow for a rotenburo (open-air onsen). Overall, absolutely excellent. One thing that caught me off-guard: the booking person’s passport was required. It had never occurred to me in 25 years of travel to Japan and apparently it is a new rule in Osaka Prefecture. I was travelling out of our base in Kobe and so I did not bring my passport with me. I fortunately always have scans of alla family members’ passports in my phone, so we could solve that. Make sure to have your passport with you!"

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

10/10 Excellent

"My room offered a stunning view of the city scape and you can get an even better view from the sky spa pool. They offer a decent breakfast buffet and the lunch and dinner buffet is actually a very good western style spread. The shower was a very nice rain fall style with an extra adjustable shower head and you can opaque the glass walls for privacy if you like. The bed was excellent and the TV was equipped with the usual apps but they do default to the Japanese version of the apps. The location is excellent with easy access to both the Osaka metro and the Keihan line."

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Our top choices for Nankin-machi hotels

1. Dormy Inn Kobe Motomachi Natural Hot Springs

2. Kobe Plaza Hotel West

3. Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi

4. Guest House Kobe Nadeshikoya - Hostel

5. Hotel Monte Hermana Kobe Amalie

6. ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG

7. Kobe Portopia Hotel

8. Centara Life Namba Hotel Osaka

9. Centara Grand Hotel Osaka

10. Swissotel Nankai Osaka

11. Hotel Royal Classic Osaka

12. Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

13. Hotel Keihan Namba Grande

14. Hotel Vischio Amagasaki

15. Hotel Monterey KOBE

16. Oriental Hotel Universal City

17. Sugata Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi, Series By Marriott

18. LIBER HOTEL OSAKA

19. HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT

20. The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan

Where to stay in Nankin-machi

Sannomiya

Kobe City Centre

Chuo Ward

Hyogo

Arimacho

Top Nankin-machi Hotel Reviews

Namba Oriental Hotel

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