Nestled in Kobe’s Arima district, Arimasansoh Goshobessho offers a charming 3-star retreat with traditional appeal. A traveler-friendly haven that keeps you close to the city’s pulse while preserving a peaceful vibe, it sits about 8.2mi from downtown Kobe.

Highlights include free private parking, complimentary wifi, and room service, plus a free shuttle service to ease getting around. Wellness-minded guests can enjoy Spa/Wellness packages and a free hot spring bath, while riverside views, balconies, and non-smoking rooms add to the relaxing atmosphere. Other amenities span a garden and terrace, plus options for meetings or banquets (extra charges) and activities like skiing, golf, horseback riding (extra charges), and kids’ meals (extra charges).

Address: 958 Arima, Kita-Ku, Kobe, Japan. Location: Kobe, Japan. Distance to city center: 8.2mi. Price starts from $559. Reviews: 55.

On-site dining centers around Goshobessho, a Japanese restaurant whose ambiances range from FamilyFriendly to Modern and Romantic. It’s a setting where meals become part of the Kobe experience, whether a casual bite or a romantic dinner. Payment is cashless, with accepted methods including Diners Club, American Express, Visa, Mastercard, and NICOS.

Sleep options span a variety of rooms and villas. The Deluxe Villa, Single Use covers 1076 square feet with two Queen beds, non-smoking, suitable for two adults. The Villa, Hot Spring Bath runs to 1077 square feet and accommodates 2 adults and 1 child. For larger groups, the Premium tier can host up to 10 adults and 6 children, while several Premium configurations exist, such as Premium Villa Double Room and Premium Maisonette variants, all offering generous space around the 1077 square-foot mark. Other accommodations include Maisonette Double Room (1077 sqft) and Maisonette, Quadruple (1077 sqft), as well as Villa, 4 Twin (1077 sqft) and Maisonette, 2 Double, Single Use (1076 sqft).

Outside the indoor space, garden and terrace areas invite relaxation, and there are spaces for meetings or banquets with extra charges. For travelers who want to stay active, activities like skiing, golf, horseback riding, and kid-friendly meals help round out a lively, travel-ready Kobe stay.