Hyogo Prefecture Honeymoon Holidays

Staff weren’t good English speakers but still kind and helpful. The fancy pool in the pictures on rooftop with lazy river was not available to us - language barrier on reason why but I think it’s because we didn’t stay in the expensive suite building that it was connected to. The pool we did get access to we had to pay for and my girls could only swim in one lane. The pool was the only disappointment. The breakfast buffet was wonderful and the onsite family mart too! Rooms were larger than expected with comfy beds. Lobby was beautiful. Hotel shuttle and access to train stations were perfect. We would stay again.

The room and especially the comforter were amazing, the staff was great for the most part, but the slightest bit judgey at reception.

Hotel is very tired and has a musky smell

We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Tocen Goshoboh yesterday and would highly recommend it! We arrived around 2:20 PM, which was over 30 minutes before the official check-in time, but the hotel kindly let us check in early. We booked the Japanese-Style Standard Room with No Shower Room, including breakfast for two, at a very reasonable price of AUD 500. This traditional ryokan has an incredible 800-year history, and you can truly feel the depth of culture in every detail of its design and atmosphere. The Kinsen (golden hot spring) was especially memorable – perhaps because we visited during the off-season, I was lucky enough to enjoy the communal bath all to myself three times during our stay. It was so relaxing and peaceful. The room was spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated in a classic Japanese style. We also appreciated the traditional yukata robes provided – a lovely touch that added to the experience. Service was excellent. At check-in, the staff took the time to explain the facilities and house rules thoroughly and with great care. As for breakfast – while not overly abundant, it was thoughtfully prepared and reflected the elegance of traditional Japanese cuisine: simple, healthy, and refined. All in all, we had an exceptional stay. We’d love to return in the future and highly recommend this unique and historic ryokan to anyone visiting Arima Onsen.

Great view & clean room and facility

Hotel is very tired and has a musky smell

The room and especially the comforter were amazing, the staff was great for the most part, but the slightest bit judgey at reception.

Great view & clean room and facility

Staff weren’t good English speakers but still kind and helpful. The fancy pool in the pictures on rooftop with lazy river was not available to us - language barrier on reason why but I think it’s because we didn’t stay in the expensive suite building that it was connected to. The pool we did get access to we had to pay for and my girls could only swim in one lane. The pool was the only disappointment. The breakfast buffet was wonderful and the onsite family mart too! Rooms were larger than expected with comfy beds. Lobby was beautiful. Hotel shuttle and access to train stations were perfect. We would stay again.

Hotel has blue shuttle bus from Shin Kobe train station. Lovely, quiet dated hotel on the water front with several dining options and small convenience store. Room was clean and spacious but had peeling wall paper and a view of the freeway which was a bit noisy. Requested room change but were told we would need to pay for upgrade. At $180 for room, we did not upgrade. We selected this hotel for the pool. BE AWARE pool is in a health club they charge $20 each to use and is not suitable for younger children as you are expected to swim in a lane. Likely that is in the fine print somewhere I missed. Likely you can find a cheaper better option and skip the pool