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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Naruto & Boruto Shinobi-zato Naruto Premium Ticket
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto
Top hotels in Iwaoka
Kobe Portopia Hotel
The room was dirty, very obvious stains, and hair in obvious places. Was not thoroughly cleaned. Bathtub was dirty to the point I did not want to take a bath in it. The bed was clean though.
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
DaiwaRoynetHotel Kobe-Sannomiya PREMIER
Really clean and modern. Close to everything
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Carpets in hallway and our room a little worn. Room carpet had a tear. Balcony was nice but balcony floor lamp didn’t work. Welcome drinks are very nice. Breakfast buffet is fantastic
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Hotel Monterey KOBE
세탁서비스를 받아보진않았지만 가능했고 근처에 다양한맛집 많았으며 돈키호테랑 전철역도 도보로 가능했습니다
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Hotel Monte Hermana Kobe Amalie
The bathtub make werid sound when move around.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Iwaoka
Nishi
When in Nishi and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like PLiCO Nishiakashi 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.
Boojicho
Though Boojicho might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Noevir Stadium Kobe and Kobe Harborland.
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.
