Sannomiya Travel Guide
Kobe
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Popular places to visit
Kobe City Hall
Get an excellent bird’s-eye view of Kobe, from sea to mountains, while standing on the observation deck at the top of this municipal building.
Ikuta Shrine
Tradition and modernity blend together smoothly at this Shinto shrine in a busy commercial area just north of the city center of Kobe.
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.
Hanshin Koshien Stadium
Catch an event at Hanshin Koshien Stadium during your trip to Nishinomiya. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Port of Kobe
Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Kobe Harborland
A one-time freight yard just outside Kobe’s city center is now a great spot to go for retail and entertainment choices.
Things to do
Volleyball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with locals!
Kobe's Harmony: Mountains, Sea, and the Serenity of Arima Onsen
Private Historic Road Hike in the Healing Forest of Arima
Top hotels in Sannomiya
Hotel Monterey KOBE
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Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Very clean. No problems at all. 1 tiny thing, no lotion so bring your own
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Pretty good! Pros: Nice Location. Good Area. Public Bath was nice. The Bed Was Good! Cons: Pillows were awful. Elevator stops at 2nd floor every time. Cleaning done even with no sign on the door.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Nice accomidations, includes everything you might have forgotten in the lobby like hair straightner, hair band, face wash, etc. Literally a 3 minute walk away from Dontonbori. The walls are a little bit too thin though, I could hear everyone talking and laughing as I walked the hallway. Only 3 washer ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Amazing stay
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Nice room with a great view! Breakfast was really good. Amenities were great too but we didn't have enough time to use them. The shuttle service to the airport was a plus!
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sannomiya
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.
Kitano
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kitano. You might want to make time for a stop at Kitano Ijinkan Street or Shin-Kobe Ropeway.
Nankin-machi
Unique features of Nankin-machi include the coffee shops and shopping. Make a stop by Motomachi Shopping Street or Nankinmachi Square while you're exploring the area.
Hatobacho
If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kawasaki Good Times World and Kobe Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Chuo Ward
You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in Chuo Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Shin-Kobe Ropeway, and catch the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station to see more of the area.
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.
