Chuo Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A traditional Japanese building surrounded by lush greenery and a pond.
A traditional Japanese temple with a curved roof, stone steps leading up to the entrance, and statues of lions on either side.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and wooden structure, surrounded by stone steps and a stone wall.
A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a cable car system, and a clear blue sky.
A waterfall surrounded by autumn foliage.

Stay near popular Chuo Ward attractions

A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, a prominent tower, and a river reflecting the lights.

Port of Kobe

8.6/10 (687 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Activities

Pickleball in Osaka & Kyoto with Locals!

Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!

AU$11
per adult
Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip

Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip

AU$98
per adult
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip
Herb Garden in Kobe

Kobe City Private Tours

AU$161
per adult
Kobe City Private Tours
Kobe City Best with a local - Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port

Kobe City's Best Gems - Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port

AU$325
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kobe City's Best Gems - Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port
Kobe : Private Custom Tour

Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)

AU$185
per adult
Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)
Kobe: Earthquake Memories Guided Tour at the Disaster Museum

Kobe: Earthquake Memories Guided Tour at the Disaster Museum

AU$100
per adult
Kobe: Earthquake Memories Guided Tour at the Disaster Museum
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Our pick of the best Chuo Ward Hotel Deals

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel

4.5 out of 5
5-6 Hatobacho Kobe Hyogo-ken
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$163 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$163
27 July - 28 July
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,048 reviews)
"very beautiful view. excellent location!"

Reviewed on 20 July 2026

Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Kobe Portopia Hotel

Kobe Portopia Hotel

4.5 out of 5
10-1 6-chome Kobe Hyogo-ken
The price is AU$113 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$113
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,162 reviews)
"I like the wide lobby that has plenty of seats for guests. There is a familymart in the hotel to get supper bites and personal care items that you may need. And not forgeting the generously discounted car park rate 1000yen per night."

Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Kobe Portopia Hotel
Hotel Monterey KOBE

Hotel Monterey KOBE

3.5 out of 5
2-11-13 Shimoyamatedori Kobe Hyogo
The price is AU$120 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$120
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Very clean room and properly. I will definitely stay next time when I’m in Japan."

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

Hotel Monterey KOBE
The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya

The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya

3.5 out of 5
2-3-1 Shimoyamatedori Kobe Hyogo
The price is AU$101 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$101
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is AU$85 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$85
26 July - 27 July
Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku Tower are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,498 reviews)
"Great hotel that is convenient"

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka
The price is AU$160 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$160
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
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Our guide on where to stay in Chuo Ward

Find the best Chuo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Japanese temple with red and gold accents, a staircase leading up to the entrance, and a clear blue sky.

Sannomiya

Travellers choose Sannomiya for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station or Boeki Center Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.

A brightly lit tower with the text "Port of Kochi" at the top, a modern building with a curved facade, and a river with a bridge in the foreground.

Kobe City Centre

Travellers choose Kobe City Centre for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.

A historic building with a large archway, surrounded by trees and a paved area.
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Hyogo

Hyogo is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Noevir Stadium Kobe and Osaka Bay are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shinkaichi Station or Kamisawa Station to get around.

A forest with autumn foliage, a stone monument, and a pathway.
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Arimacho

Discover Arimacho, memorable for its hot springs. Popular attractions in Arimacho include Arima Onsen and Kin no yu, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Arima Onsen Station.

A traditional Japanese sake brewery interior with wooden barrels, a large wooden barrel in the center, and a sign with information in Japanese.

Higashinada

Get to know Higashinada and its many features like its bars and museums. You might want to explore sights like Port of Kobe and Mount Rokko, and you can jump on the metro at Island Kitaguchi Station or Island Center Station to get around the city.

Chuo Ward Travel Guide

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