Experience luxury in the heart of Kobe at Oriental Hotel, where guests can unwind on a charming terrace or indulge in Italian cuisine at one of three restaurants. Connect to WiFi and explore nearby Meriken Park, with helpful staff always ready to lend a hand.
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Popular amenities
Spa
Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Gym
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
3 restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
24-hour fitness center
Self parking
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Spa services
Babysitting
Conference center
Meeting rooms
Terrace
For families (6)
Free cribs/infant beds
Babysitting (surcharge)
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Television
The current price is $146
$146
$177 total
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Why we love this property
Work meets play
Located in the city center, this hotel offers meeting rooms and laptop-friendly workstations. After business, guests can enjoy spa services and the health club.
Culinary trifecta
Savor Italian cuisine at one of 3 restaurants, sip drinks at the bar, or relax at the cafe. This hotel offers a buffet breakfast to start the day.
Premium sleep comfort
Luxury awaits with premium bedding and soft down comforters in every room. Deep relaxation continues with in-room massages and rainfall showers.
Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
Getting around
Kobe Airport (UKB) - 19 min drive
Itami Airport (ITM) - 56 min drive
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 77 min drive
Kobe Kasuganomichi Station - 3 min drive
Kobe Sannomiya Station - 13 min walk
Kobe Station - 24 min walk
Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station - 5 min walk
Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station - 8 min walk
Motomachi Station - 9 min walk
Restaurants
メインダイニング バイ・ザ・ハウス・オブ・パシフィック - 1 min walk
ティーラウンジ エトワール - 2 min walk
神戸市博物館ミュージアムカフェ - 1 min walk
カフェラ - 4 min walk
ロビンソン - 2 min walk
About this property
THE ORIENT
At THE ORIENT, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Kobe Harborland and Port of Kobe. Guests can indulge in spa services, and The House of Pacifc, one of 3 restaurants, serves Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness center, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station is 5 minutes and Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station is 8 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
114 rooms
Arranged over 17 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Babysitting*
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (JPY 1500 per night)
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10 AM
3 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's menu
Bed rails
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2010
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
24-hour fitness center
Spa services
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Area rugs in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Desk chair
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
Dining table
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
Dining
The House of Pacifc - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
J.W. Hart - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
Kobe・Sushi Kanesaka - This sushi bar specializes in sushi and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Medium Rare - Overlooking the ocean, this steakhouse serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
J.W. Hart Cafe - This café serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 5500 for adults and JPY 3300 for children
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for JPY 12000.0 per day
Parking
Self parking costs JPY 1500 per night
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Also known as
Oriental Hotel Kobe
Oriental Kobe
Oriental Hotel Kobe
Oriental Hotel Hotel
Oriental Hotel Hotel Kobe
Frequently asked questions
Does THE ORIENT offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, THE ORIENT does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at THE ORIENT?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at THE ORIENT?
Yes. Self parking costs JPY 1500 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at THE ORIENT?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at THE ORIENT and nearby?
THE ORIENT has a 24-hour fitness center and spa services.
Are there restaurants at or near THE ORIENT?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring Italian cuisine and ocean views.
What's the area around THE ORIENT like?
THE ORIENT is in Kobe City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station and 20 minutes' walk from Kobe Harborland.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.4
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently delicious and offered a wide variety of options. (26 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2025
Excellent service and the views from the room and restaurants are beautiful.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2026
Room, restaurant staff and housekeeping. Breakfast was delicious and the views are spectacular.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2025
style of the hotel is exquisite - classy but not pretentious - shower is sublime - gorgeous rooms - HIGHLY recommended
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2025
Room was modern, clean, had all the amenities you’ll need.
Chen
Chen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2026
Excellent service. Quiet. Clean beautiful hotel. Close to train station and shopping
Anna
Anna, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2026
Beautiful room / view. Excellent service.
Scott
Scott, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
Convenient location, great breakfast. Would stay here again
Ronen
Ronen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
The location is excellent and the atmosphere of the restaurant is also very special.
YASUYO
YASUYO, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Good location and nice staff
Nhu Ngoc To
Nhu Ngoc To, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2025
The cleanliness and hospitality was top tier. I’ve been around Kobe for a long time, and have been wondering how good this historic hotel was, and they did not disappoint my expectations.
Midori
Midori, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2025
Wonderful service accommodations, friendly and helpful staff. Would recommend this hotel for future travel.
Daniel I
Daniel I, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
A beautiful location with amazing views and top tier service. We loved the location, hotel restaurant and bar
Ilana
Ilana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Nice place
Great place, beautiful room - we have a suite - and excellent location
Ricardo
Ricardo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
favourite hotel in Kobe
wonderful hotel, wonderful staff
William Allen
William Allen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2025
Amazing boutique hotel with friendly staff and charming public bath.
Xing
Xing, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Lovely location with spacious rooms
Johanna
Johanna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Nice hotel with friendly and helpful staff
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
Luxury hotel, terrific amenities, high class service, excellent cleanliness, beautiful bar and views.
Christina
Christina, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2023
Room size is good and breakfast is fantastic.
Naoko
Naoko, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2024
Very clean and comfortable, located in a great area for shopping and restaurants.
Sarah
Sarah, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2024
Excellent service and luxurious accommodations.
Haley
Haley, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2025
Excellent place to stay in Kobe! We loved it! Friendly staff. Very clean. Our room was spacious and very well decorated. Spa is wonderful. Really recommended
AV
AV, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2024
Excellent buffet breakfast
Beautiful and spacious room
Very helpful staff went above and beyond to find us restaurant reservations
Martin
Martin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2025
A lovely room with a great view. Staff was excellent and able to assist us in English. Would highly recommend this hotel.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
Beautiful property. extremely comfortable !
View was amazing