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2 Star Hotels in Kobe

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Kobe on Hotels.com. These Kobe 2 Star Hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 18, 2026.

A traditional building with multiple doors and windows, a staircase, and a tiled ground.

A corridor with a wooden railing on one side, a tiled floor, and a series of lights along the ceiling.

A narrow, wooden-paneled stairway leading to a higher floor, with a light fixture at the top and a small, illuminated mirror on the left wall.

A traditional Japanese-style building with multiple floors, wooden balconies, and a courtyard area with greenery.

1. Arimakoyado HATAYA

Arimacho

CNY846

CNY944 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, a window with a city view, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a woven floor mat.

A modern restaurant with a checkered floor, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a variety of dishes and drinks displayed on wooden counters.

The exterior of the Kobe Port Tower Hotel with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a prominent entrance.

A hot tub area with a wooden floor, metal railings, and a tiled wall.

2. Kobe PortTower Hotel

Kobe City Centre

CNY325

CNY357 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A cable car system with a cityscape in the background.

A rustic kitchen with wooden countertops, a brick backsplash, and exposed ductwork.

A rustic interior with wooden beams, a long counter, and a group of people interacting.

A building with a sign reading "MAYA GUEST HOUSE KOREA" and a wooden bench outside.

3. Guest House MAYA - Hostel

Nada Ward

CNY535

CNY588 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A nighttime view of a building's exterior with a wooden facade, a concrete pathway, and potted plants.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a view of autumn foliage through a shoji screen.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a sliding door, and a bed with a dark headboard.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and built-in appliances.

4. Musubi no koyado enn by Wellbe - Hostel

Arimacho

CNY538

CNY592 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A grassy area with sheep grazing, a wooden fence, and cherry blossom trees.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a red brick facade, a prominent tower with a weather vane, and a sign indicating the name "Athenai".

A person seated at a counter with a document in front of them, a payment terminal, and a small Christmas tree decoration in the background.

5. Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi

Kobe City Centre

CNY269

CNY296 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a small table with a potted plant, and a sign indicating it's a T&K hostel.

A room with a bunk bed, a sofa, and a potted plant.

A living room with a grey sofa, wooden coffee table, and a small table with a white tablecloth. There is a potted plant and a window with curtains.

6. T&K Hostel Kobe Sannomiya East

Nada Ward

CNY327

CNY360 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign at the top, multiple balconies, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a microwave, a coffee machine, a television, and a door with a control panel.

A hotel reception desk with a sign that reads "HOTEL LIVEMAX". There is a vase of white flowers on the left side of the desk.

The entrance to a hotel with a prominent sign for 'HOTEL LITEMAX'.

7. HOTEL LiVEMAX KOBESANNOMIYA

Kobe City Centre

CNY416

CNY458 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

An outdoor deck with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a traditional building in the background.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding shoji doors, and a low table with a cushion.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami mats, a low wooden table, and shoji screens.

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a low bed with a quilt, a sliding door to a balcony, and a small table with tea utensils.

8. Waseido Zen

Arimacho

CNY644

CNY708 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

A modern building with a sign reading 'KOYADO NAGOMI'.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a microwave, and a small kitchen area.

A room with a wooden shelf, a painting, and a vase with flowers.

9. koyado Nagomi

Arimacho

CNY693

CNY762 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A kitchen with a stove, sink, and cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story building with a sign indicating 'KOBE GUEST HOUSE' and a contact number.

A room with a wooden wardrobe, a white sink, and a tatami mat.

A multi-story building with a garage, parked cars, and visible power lines.

10. Kobe Guesthouse - Hostel

Tarumi Ward

CNY385

CNY423 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern, minimalist living room with a sofa, coffee table, and decorative wall shelves.

A modern living room with a large TV, a wooden coffee table, and a sofa with cushions. There is a window with a view of the sea.

A bedroom with a stone wall, a bed with white bedding, a hanging light fixture, and a mounted air conditioner.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and decorative wall hangings.

11. BeachHouse Geragera

Tarumi Ward

A spacious room with large windows overlooking a body of water and a bridge. There are several seating areas and a small table.

A dining area with a table set for a meal, overlooking a body of water and a bridge.

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a desk, and a large window with a view of a bridge and sunset.

A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a bridge, a flat-screen TV on a stand, a sofa, and a dining table with chairs.

12. HOTEL SETRE KOBE MAIKO

Tarumi Ward

CNY1,627

CNY1,790 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Three rows of identical machines with labels in a foreign language, likely indicating a specialized facility or equipment.

A vending machine with various beverages and snacks, including Kirin and other brands.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a magazine rack.

13. HOTEL LiVEMAX Kobe

Hyogo

CNY403

CNY488 total

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A modern bathroom with two large blue tubs, a sign reading 'SAKISHIMA,' and a wooden cabinet.

A hallway with two large, metallic tiger sculptures on either side.

A table with various beverages and a large window with a city view.

A spacious lounge area with multiple sofas and tables, a stone wall, and a large window providing a view.

14. LiVEMAX Sakishima Cosmo Tower Hotel

Suminoe

CNY293

CNY322 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern hotel lobby with a glass entrance, a reception desk, and a marble floor.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Bande Hotel."

A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a television, a small refrigerator, and a trash bin.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden desk, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

15. BANDE HOTEL TEMPOZAN

Minato

CNY278

CNY306 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

A shelf with towels and toiletries in a hotel room.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a small table, and a potted plant.

A hotel lobby with arched ceilings, wooden furniture, and a central seating area.

16. SABLIER by R HOTEL

Naniwa

CNY471

CNY519 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern hotel room with a wooden door, a bed with a headboard, a desk with a computer, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A row of white front-loading washing machines in a room with wooden flooring and white walls.

A row of hotel rooms with individual door numbers, a covered walkway, and a red trash bin.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, air conditioning unit, and a small table.

17. HOTEL R9 The Yard Kasai

Kasai

CNY395

CNY434 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with vending machines, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

A hotel with a sign reading 'Lake Inn,' a parking area, and a building with a green roof.

A hotel with a covered parking area, a building with a sign reading 'HOTEL LAKE INN,' and a red car parked in the foreground.

18. HOTEL LAKEINN

Ono

CNY277

CNY305 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A spacious hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a television.

A hotel hallway with a carpeted floor, doors on both sides, and a number 901 on the right door.

A hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden doors, and a fire extinguisher.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies on each floor.

19. HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae

Minamimachi

CNY295

CNY325 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table with a wooden base, and a green wall with framed artwork.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a television displaying a room.

A building with a sign that reads "WELLSTAY".

A modern interior with a reception area, seating, and a green wall.

20. WELLSTAY Namba

Naniwa

CNY265

CNY291 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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A traditional Japanese temple with red and gold accents, a staircase leading up to the entrance, and a clear blue sky.

A traditional Japanese temple with a red torii gate, stone steps, and a lion statue.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a mountain range in the background.

A Louis Vuitton store with a large billboard advertising handbags.

A busy urban intersection with modern buildings, including a large glass-fronted structure labeled "OIOI".

Sannomiya

Serving as Kobe's financial, commercial, and entertainment center, Sannomiya boasts the historic Sannomiya Shrine and is a major transportation hub with Kobe-Sannomiya Station connecting various railway systems.

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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.

A waterfront cityscape with a prominent Ferris wheel, a cruise ship docked at the pier, and the Mosaic building.

A waterfront cityscape with a prominent red tower, modern buildings, and a marina with boats.

A modern cityscape with a tall red tower, a distinctive white bridge-like structure, and contemporary buildings.

A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, a prominent tower, and a green-lit bridge.

Kobe City Centre

Kobe City Centre buzzes with the energy of a Japanese metropolis in constant motion. Gleaming towers stand beside ancient shrines while underground passages reveal shopping treasures and culinary delights. Explore Ikuta Shrine's peaceful gardens, browse Motomachi Shopping Street's trendy boutiques, or marvel at the harbor views from Kobe Port Tower. Kids will love the Anpanman Children's Museum while history buffs can dive into maritime exhibits. Getting around couldn't be easier with Sannomiya Station connecting multiple rail lines and walkable streets linking major attractions. From high-end Kobe beef restaurants to casual ramen shops, your taste buds are in for a treat. Hotels cater mostly to business travelers, offering modern comforts within steps of transit and nightlife options.

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A coastal cityscape with modern buildings, a prominent red tower, and a mountainous backdrop.

A waterfront cityscape with a prominent red tower, a white stadium, and modern buildings.

A red tower with the sign "Port of" and a modern cityscape in the background.

A cityscape at night with illuminated buildings, a prominent tower, and a modern bridge.

A brightly lit building with a distinctive geometric design and a tall adjacent skyscraper.

Chuo Ward

Chuo Ward mixes business hustle with waterfront charm in Kobe's vibrant center. You can soak up harbor views from Meriken Park or snap pics of the iconic Kobe Port Tower. Museum lovers will appreciate the Maritime Museum while shoppers can browse everything from underground arcades to Motomachi's stylish boutiques. The dining scene spans from world-famous Kobe beef restaurants to casual ramen shops in colorful Chinatown. Hotels range from sleek business properties to waterfront boutiques, with excellent public transport connecting everything. Hop on a train at Sannomiya Station or take a scenic harbor cruise for the perfect city perspective.

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A pathway lined with trees displaying autumn foliage, a stone wall on one side, and a bamboo fence on the other.

A forest with autumn foliage, a stone monument, and a pathway.

A rooftop pool with two large trees, a clear sky, and a cityscape in the background.

A serene infinity pool with a clear view of a cityscape and mountains in the background.

A flagpole with flags, a building, and a mountainous landscape.

Arimacho

Soak your worries away in Arimacho, one of Japan's oldest onsen towns. Ancient thermal baths with mineral-rich waters welcome tired bodies while traditional ryokan inns offer authentic cultural immersion. Wander through cobblestone streets past vermillion temple gates, bamboo craft shops, and the quirky Toy & Automata Museum. The dining scene revolves around kaiseki restaurants serving elaborate multi-course meals inside historic ryokans. Most visitors arrive by train and explore the compact, hilly resort on foot. Early evenings are peaceful as tourists retreat to their baths, creating the perfect atmosphere for relaxation and rejuvenation.

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A street with buildings, a crosswalk, and a traffic light.

A large building with a stepped water feature in front.

A modern building with a curved facade, surrounded by trees and greenery.

A modern building with a geometric facade, palm trees, and urban surroundings.

Suma Ward

The Suma Ward neighborhood offers attractions such as Kobe Universiade Memorial Stadium and Kobe Green Arena.

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Top landmarks in Kobe

A traditional Japanese building with a sign reading "Hotel Hamamondo".

Arima Onsen

8.6/10 (903 reviews)

Kita Ward is home to Arima Onsen and is a popular place to see in Kobe. Kobe has other activities you might want to enjoy such as Kyocera Dome Osaka.

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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)

You can stroll along Port of Kobe for relaxing water views when you're in Chuo Ward. Kobe has lots of other activities such as Arima Onsen and Kyocera Dome Osaka.

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Kobe Harborland

8.8/10 (746 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Kobe Harborland in Kobe City Centre. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? Splash some more cash at Motomachi Shopping Street.

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A statue of a man and a woman with a child, a red tower, and modern buildings in the background.

Meriken Park

8.8/10 (841 reviews)

Meriken Park is worth a pic or two when discovering Kobe City Centre. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here?

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A Ferris wheel with colorful lights at dusk, a building with a large yellow duck sculpture, and a modern glass facade.

Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall

8.2/10 (165 reviews)

Kobe City Centre is home to Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall, so why not stop by during your stay in Kobe. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? Kobe has other activities you might want to enjoy such as Arima Onsen.

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A scenic amphitheater surrounded by lush greenery and overlooking a coastal cityscape.

Mount Rokko

8.8/10 (319 reviews)

If you want to stretch your legs and breathe in some fresh mountain air, head out to Mount Rokko for a bird's-eye view of Kobe. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here?

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Kobe Tower

8.2/10 (1,000 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Kobe Tower— just one of the monuments in Kobe City Centre. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here?

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A suspension bridge with two towers, spanning over a body of water with a cityscape in the background.

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

8.8/10 (145 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Akashi Kaikyo Bridge— just one of the monuments in Tarumi Ward. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here?

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