Himeji Castle is just one of the attractions in Honmachi, Himeji so you might want to stop by during your trip. If you want to experience more of the culture Himeji has to offer, head to Himeji City Zoo, Himeji City Museum of Art, and Hyogo Prefectural Museum of History.
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.
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.
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.
You can catch an event at Hanshin Koshien Stadium, located 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from central Nishinomiya.
It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you think Hanshin Koshien Stadium is cool, you also might like Ookini Arena Maishima and Hanshin Naruohama Baseball Stadium, both located nearby.
If thrills are what you're after, head to Nizigen Nomori Park, located 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from central Awaji. If you have fun at Nizigen Nomori Park, you'll love Nijigen no Mori - Awaji Island Anime Park, just a short walk away.
The Oriental Hotel was very comfortable and attractive with lovely views of the bay or mountains. The staff were extremely helpful, pleasant and overall very charming. The location is in the upscale shopping district and next door to a museum and attached to Barney's New York. The food was really quite good both in the restaurant and room service. I loved the Japanese breakfast! Unlike the Mandarin Oriental in Tokyo, the Oriental Hotel is very generous and you are allowed a set breakfast and...
The Oriental Hotel was very comfortable and attractive with lovely views of the bay or mountains. The staff were extremely helpful, pleasant and overall very charming. The location is in the upscale shopping district and next door to a museum and attached to Barney's New York. The food was really quite good both in the restaurant and room service. I loved the Japanese breakfast! Unlike the Mandarin Oriental in Tokyo, the Oriental Hotel is very generous and you are allowed a set breakfast and...
Everything about our short stay was lovely. The town was very quiet while we were there - our stay was primarily to visit the castle ruins (which we recommend!). Very charming town. The inn was very relaxing and we enjoyed the on-site onsen, and the excellent Japanese breakfast.
The room was WONDERFUL. We loved the traditional architecture-with modern amenities-and the room was clean and had very comfortable and quiet. The bathroom was modern and the complimentary drinks in the mini-bar area...
Everything about our short stay was lovely. The town was very quiet while we were there - our stay was primarily to visit the castle ruins (which we recommend!). Very charming town. The inn was very relaxing and we enjoyed the on-site onsen, and the excellent Japanese breakfast.
The room was WONDERFUL. We loved the traditional architecture-with modern amenities-and the room was clean and had very comfortable and quiet. The bathroom was modern and the complimentary drinks in the mini-bar area...
Sam R.
Reviewed November 10, 2025Reviewed November 10, 2025
Supreme Japanese hospitality. The amiable staff enjoyed every minute of my stay. It is a beautiful site to explore the area with fantastic nature and architecture around the hotel. Highly recommended.
Supreme Japanese hospitality. The amiable staff enjoyed every minute of my stay. It is a beautiful site to explore the area with fantastic nature and architecture around the hotel. Highly recommended.
Wonderful stay. Very upscale, but we were never looked down upon even though we were just there for a brief honeymoon stay. We paid for one day of the breakfast, and it was delicious. It was nice to have the Family Mart right in the hotel, as well as ways to heat up the meals you could purchase from there.
Wonderful stay. Very upscale, but we were never looked down upon even though we were just there for a brief honeymoon stay. We paid for one day of the breakfast, and it was delicious. It was nice to have the Family Mart right in the hotel, as well as ways to heat up the meals you could purchase from there.
Claire
Reviewed October 28, 2026Reviewed October 28, 2026
Very near to Sannomiya Station. Easy access to tourist attractions and plenty of places to dine. The room was spacious and comfortable and the breakfast buffet was delicious with many options. Great choice for families.
Very near to Sannomiya Station. Easy access to tourist attractions and plenty of places to dine. The room was spacious and comfortable and the breakfast buffet was delicious with many options. Great choice for families.
New hotel right on the bay in northern Awaji. Rooms are wonderful - spacious with great shower & beds. Our room had a spectacular view! The lobby is very nice and welcoming. The staff speak reasonable English for those who do not speak Japanese. The beach at the hotel is nice and not crowded. The sand is pretty good but it gets a little rocky right at the edge in the water (not an issue at all). They do have some food items for sale but do not provide any food besides a miso soup packet (which...
New hotel right on the bay in northern Awaji. Rooms are wonderful - spacious with great shower & beds. Our room had a spectacular view! The lobby is very nice and welcoming. The staff speak reasonable English for those who do not speak Japanese. The beach at the hotel is nice and not crowded. The sand is pretty good but it gets a little rocky right at the edge in the water (not an issue at all). They do have some food items for sale but do not provide any food besides a miso soup packet (which...
This hotel is excellent. Friendly service, they're attentive to your needs at all times. Amazing breakfast. I'm an experienced traveler and Marriott or Hyatt hotels could only dream of the attention and service this hotel provides.
This hotel is excellent. Friendly service, they're attentive to your needs at all times. Amazing breakfast. I'm an experienced traveler and Marriott or Hyatt hotels could only dream of the attention and service this hotel provides.
There's a lot visitors like about Hyogo Prefecture, especially its restaurants and historical sites. Nature lovers visiting Hyogo Prefecture can explore top areas like Arima Onsen. While you're here, don't miss a chance to see sights like Ikuta Shrine and Kobe City Museum.
What is there to see around Hyogo Prefecture?
Ikuta Shrine (0.2 mi/0.4 km from the city center)
Kobe City Hall (0.3 mi/0.4 km from the city center)
Kitano Ijinkan Street (0.6 mi/0.9 km from the city center)
Kobe Tower (0.9 mi/1.4 km from the city center)
Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden (1.5 mi/2.4 km from the city center)
What is there to do around Hyogo Prefecture?
Kobe City Museum (0.4 mi/0.7 km from the city center)
Motomachi Shopping Street (0.8 mi/1.2 km from the city center)
Kawasaki Good Times World (0.8 mi/1.3 km from the city center)
Kobe Harborland (1.1 mi/1.8 km from the city center)
Kobe Culture Hall (1.4 mi/2.2 km from the city center)