Find Historic Hotels in Kobe from CA $54

During a vacation in Kobe, historians and history buffs alike will likely want to explore the Chinatown district. The array of shops and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you’re here. You can also discover the museums during your vacation.

Based on our travel expertise, Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features 3 restaurants and free WiFi. Ikuta Shrine is a short 3-minute drive away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Hotel Okura Kobe and Arima Onsen Taketoritei Maruyama.

In Kobe, you’ll find 291 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Kobe is notable for its Chinatown district and landmarks like Ikuta Shrine, Choueke Family Residence, and Kitano Ijinkan Street. Cultural venues include Kawasaki Good Times World, Kobe Culture Hall, and Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art. Arima Hot Springs is another popular sight to explore.

Guests who book a historic hotel can enjoy a vacation someplace that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Kobe, bringing the history to life.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Yes, every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors should expect the popular amenities you’d get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi, and more. When you book a historic hotel in Kobe, it doesn’t mean you will stay in a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.