Title: Hatobacho Travel Guide: Best of Hatobacho, Kobe Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Hatobacho](https://expedia.co.uk/Hatobacho-Kobe-Hotels.0-n553248635976382848-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kobe](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kobe.d6128416.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Hatobacho Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Hatobacho.d553248635976382848.Car-Hire-Guide)[Hatobacho Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Hatobacho.d553248635976382848.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Hatobacho Travel Guide ## Kobe ![Kobe Tower showing a sunset, skyline and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69674-Kobe-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hatobacho](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69887-Meriken-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kobe Tower which includes modern architecture, a skyscraper and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69883-Kobe-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kobe Tower showing skyline, night scenes and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69885-Kobe-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hatobacho](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69884-Kobe-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Hatobacho Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kobe travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe.dx6128416) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Meriken Park which includes a garden, a city and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69681-Kobe-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Meriken Park This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Meriken-Park-Kobe.d6102792.Attraction) ![Kobe Tower featuring a city, a skyscraper and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69675-Kobe-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe Tower See the beautiful views over the port of Kobe from the top of this landmark, which is a well-known symbol of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Tower-Kobe-City-Centre.d6102786.Attraction) ![Kawasaki Good Times World](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478060-Kawasaki-Good-Times-World.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kawasaki Good Times World You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kawasaki Good Times World in Kobe. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kawasaki-Good-Times-World-Kobe.d553248621532771458.Attraction) ![Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478057-Port-Of-Kobe-Earthquake-Memorial.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial You can find out about the history of Kobe when you stop by Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Of-Kobe-Earthquake-Memorial-Kobe.d553248621532771457.Attraction) ![Kobe Maritime Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478047-Kobe-Maritime-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe Maritime Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kobe Maritime Museum during your trip to Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Maritime-Museum-Kobe.d553248621532771456.Attraction) ![Arima Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128418/e849890d-1d3d-40d7-962f-6894d5c48bf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arima Onsen Arima Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arima-Onsen-Kita-Ward.d6128418.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Volleyball in Osaka & Kyoto with locals!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48144366/aaffce70-94ec-4e8c-98ff-063aca2ab2a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Volleyball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with locals! £5 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/volleyball-in-osaka.a48144366.activity-details) ![Kobe Nature Tour Exploring Rokko and Arima](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50090554/c7b5147a-15cb-4e2c-9a2c-9fbab12d3838.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe Nature Tour Exploring Rokko and Arima £133 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kobe-nature-tour-exploring-rokko-and-arima.a50090554.activity-details) ![Kobe's Harmony: Mountains, Sea, and the Serenity of Arima Onsen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48868742/7e77d0b1-09f1-4e61-8ba0-698597d7ab66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe's Harmony: Mountains, Sea, and the Serenity of Arima Onsen £120 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kobes-harmony-mountains.a48868742.activity-details) ![Taiko Waterfall. The forests near Arima are well-known for their many waterfalls.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49595111/1dd43390-d94c-4ea7-8237-461bf84e9897.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Historic Road Hike in the Healing Forest of Arima £28 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-historic-road-hike-in-the-healing-forest-of-arima.a49595111.activity-details) ![Kobe : Private Custom Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47526677/c5ad5e57-0831-4d7a-a7b9-908a2e5902c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible) £92 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kobe-private-custom-tour-excursion-to-osaka-kyoto-possible.a47526677.activity-details) ![Hands On Pottery Workshop in Arima Onsen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50011910/dc5f8e18-d8af-409d-aa38-1aa0c1a0c929.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hands On Pottery Workshop in Arima Onsen £38 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hands-on-pottery-workshop-in-arima-onsen.a50011910.activity-details) [See all activities in Kobe](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kobe.d6128416.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Hatobacho ![APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103810000/103808900/103808809/3396d5cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower 1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £54 20 Jan - 21 Jan additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (3,450 reviews) Beautiful hotel. Walkable to everything. Pretty much connect to OCAT for bus rides to/from KIX Airport. Dotonburi an easy 7 minute, nice walk. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F01%2F2026&endDate=21%2F01%2F2026&selected=103808809&PinnedHotelID=103808809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976382848) ![Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2500000/2493000/2492916/f5fcb13b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka 1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £72 18 Jan - 19 Jan additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,733 reviews) It is right above a metro/subway and big grocery stores. 15 minutes walk from Osaka train station. 30 minutes walk to Dotonbori. 45 minutes to Osaka castle. Friendly and helpful staff. Room size is big with high end bathroom products. Will stay here again. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=2492916&PinnedHotelID=2492916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976382848) ![Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22640000/22632300/22632204/4b72dd86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka 1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka £51 23 Jan - 24 Jan additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,131 reviews) Rooms was on the larger side for Tokyo. Staff who checked us in said he'd upgraded us to a larger room. It was a corner room overlooking the street. Hotel is a bit weird location wise. The entrance is from the alley behind the street, and the lobby is on the second floor. So you check in on the second ... Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026&selected=22632204&PinnedHotelID=22632204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976382848) ![BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117660000/117655000/117654930/9e3d94bb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi 4-5-18 Minamihonmachi, Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka £28 18 Jan - 19 Jan additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (361 reviews) Great staff, clean room, great view! Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=117654930&PinnedHotelID=117654930&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976382848) ![Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12570000/12565800/12565774/e982059a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba 1-1-13 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku Osaka Osaka-fu £36 18 Jan - 19 Jan additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,288 reviews) Everything was good overall. Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=12565774&PinnedHotelID=12565774&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976382848) ![Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100870000/100866200/100866112/48700af4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower Dojimahama 1-chome 1-27 Osaka Osaka £121 3 Feb - 4 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,339 reviews) Great location, great rooms, nice Onsen, good staff - the only thing they get wrong is the cafe (coffee) isn't open at 7/8am - it only opens at 9am but closes at 8pm (when no one is having coffee & it's empty). Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F02%2F2026&endDate=04%2F02%2F2026&selected=100866112&PinnedHotelID=100866112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976382848) [See all 3,916 properties in Hatobacho](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026®ionId=553248635976382848) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Make a stop by Motomachi Shopping Street or Nankinmachi Square while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Nankin-Machi.dx6347503) ![Kobe Tower featuring a city, a skyscraper and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69675-Kobe-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kobe City Centre 5/5(21 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Kobe-City-Centre.dx553248633981723930) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477961-Sannomiya-Nei.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sannomiya 4.5/5(16 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Sannomiya.dx6347483) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shinkaichi While there might not be top attractions in Shinkaichi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kobe Harborland and Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Shinkaichi.dx6347693) ![Kitano showing a city, shopping and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69899-Kitano-Cho.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kitano You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kitano. You might want to make time for a stop at Shin-Kobe Ropeway or Kitano Ijinkan Street. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Kitano.dx6347501) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/4048d1eae407bf6ebae89cbb60b08b3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) [Photo](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1801520) by [663highland](https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/user:663highland) ([CC BY](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) ### 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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