Iwaoka
Kobe
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
Mount Rokko
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Rokko during your travels in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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.
Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
See the longest suspension bridge in the world, recognized as one of Japan’s most impressive engineering accomplishments.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Kyoto 1 Day Tour - Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu Temple from Osaka
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
Osaka/Kyoto:Kinkakuji,Arashiyama,FushimiInariShrine,NaraPark
Top hotels in Iwaoka
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
No A/C only heater. But the staff responded FAST w/a portable one. Toilet was a little plugged and they attended to it IMMEDIATELY! Staff here are exceptional!
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kobe Sannomiya
The room was clean and location is perfect. Check in was easy and they allowed luggage storage until check in time at no cost. Ammenities were great like washer and dryer service and free toiletries.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Kobe Portopia Hotel
Very spacious, comfortable room with balcony and superb view of Kobe Harbor. Reasonable cost, only 2/3 the amount charged by a similar luxury hotel in Nagoya that provided a smaller room. The vast lobby, with waterfall and decorative pool, add even more to the feeling of elegance. Highly ...
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Great view of the harbor. Beautiful hotel and a great breakfast in the executive lounge
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
Hotel Monterey KOBE
綺麗なホテルです。
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Kobe Plaza Hotel West
Very central location to shopping, restaurants and transit. The lobby area is welcoming, as are the staff. In the room, the high touch surfaces were overall clean, but there were cobwebs and dust on unused surfaces. Also the room is very small. Minimal amenities (ie a coffee pot, but no coffee or ...
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Iwaoka
Nishi
When in Nishi and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Akashi Castle or Kobe Green Arena and hop on the metro to see more the city at Seishinchuo Station or Seishinminami Station.
Kanigasaka
While there might not be top attractions in Kanigasaka, you can explore the larger area and discover places like PLiCO Nishiakashi and Akashi Castle.
Tarumi Ward
If you're spending some time in Tarumi Ward, Mitsui Outlet Park and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Suma Ward
If you're spending time in Suma Ward, check out sights like Kobe Green Arena or Suma Aqualife Park Kobe and hop on the metro to see more the city at Myohoji Station or Myodani Station.
Nagata
Nagata is well-liked for its museums and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Osaka Bay and Kobe Three Kingdoms Garden are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Komagabayashi Station or Karumo Station to get around.
Hyogo
Get to know Hyogo and its many features like its restaurants and museums. You might want to explore sights like Noevir Stadium Kobe and Osaka Bay, and you can jump on the metro at Shinkaichi Station or Kamisawa Station to get around the city.
