What is Shinkaichi like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Kobe's Shinkaichi neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Shinkaichi?

Expedia customers rank Hostel Yume Nomad the highest for a stay in Shinkaichi.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shinkaichi, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Shinkaichi.

What are the top things to see and do in Shinkaichi?

A few places to visit in the area around Shinkaichi include Minatogawa Shrine, Kobe Municipal Chuo Gymnasium and Kobe Culture Hall. Nofuku Temple and Kobe Harborland are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kobe.

Top 10 Shinkaichi Hotels of 2025

Top 10 Hotels in Shinkaichi

"You'll feel at home! Staff is very nice!"

10 Jul - 11 Jul

"The rooms are comparably large, An absolutely wonderful rooftop onsen and balcony."

21 Jul - 22 Jul

"Great location, clean, everything we needed. "

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

"Excellent staff, very helpful and location specially if going on a cruise ship in the nearby port ."

7 Jul - 8 Jul

"Location is very convenient to visit the Expo, the bed was slightly too soft for us. "

8 Jul - 9 Jul

"We had the most incredible time here on our honeymoon. The staff were excellent and the room was amazing. I can’t wait to return for our next visit. "

12 Jul - 13 Jul

"Great location "

8 Jul - 9 Jul

"Nice Hotel, its quiet even if the train station is nearby. you barely hear a noise. its also very clean and convenient location"

4 Aug - 5 Aug

"Very clean, friendly staff, well located, comfy bed."

14 Jul - 15 Jul

"Good locations and excellent staff. "

7 Jul - 8 Jul

"Great stay"

13 Jul - 14 Jul

"Excellent location close train station, best breakfast food selection"

29 Jul - 30 Jul

"Great staff & great property! "

15 Jul - 16 Jul

"Location close to airport."

24 Jul - 25 Jul

"A big far out but very spacious rooms and cleanliness "

7 Jul - 8 Jul

"Nice hotel "

14 Jul - 15 Jul

"Great place to stay "

14 Jul - 15 Jul

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Loved the location, friendly service, and breakfast buffet."

8 Jul - 9 Jul

"Excellent hotel, great travel links and local area."

8 Jul - 9 Jul

"Location good! "

14 Jul - 15 Jul

Where to stay in Shinkaichi

Find the best Shinkaichi areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Shinkaichi

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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Kobe Tower showing a high-rise building, modern architecture and night scenes

Kobe City Centre

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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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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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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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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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