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 relaxing area.
Hanshin Koshien Stadium
Catch an event at Hanshin Koshien Stadium during your trip to Nishinomiya. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall
You can take time to visit Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall during your travels to Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Kobe Tower
See the beautiful views over the port of Kobe from the top of this landmark, which is a well-known symbol of the city.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Naruto & Boruto Shinobi-zato Naruto Premium Ticket
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Top hotels in Iwaoka
Kobe Portopia Hotel
The room and bathroom were spacious and clean, except for the bathtub, which you don’t realize until taking a bath. Breakfast was a little disappointing for the price, not much choice of fresh fruit and salad, as well as terribly crowded!
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Had a nice stay the hotel is very fancy they gave us such an amazing room with a perfect view of the kobe tower
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
Very convenient and comfortable stay.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya
I really enjoyed this hotel, excellent location, and attention to details. I love the neck heating pad
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya
Nice property. Good breakfast for reasonable price. Staff was very helpful in getting my luggage transferred to my next hotel in Tokyo! Highly recommend this property!
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Hotel Monterey KOBE
It was wonderful all around.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
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.
