Oriental Hotel Kobe
Cosmopolitan luxury with a distinctly Kobe character — equal parts East and West, old and new. The Art Deco aesthetic recalls interwar international travel, and the building sits right in the former foreign settlement, surrounded by Meiji-era Western architecture.
The cocktail bar (The Bar J.W. Hart) is named for the British architect who designed Kobe's foreign settlement — worth knowing before you walk in
Why It Matters
The original Oriental Hotel, founded in 1870, was the hotel that helped put Kobe beef on the world map. The current incarnation carries that legacy, with a serious steak house serving Kobe and Hida beef, and a high-end sushi counter (Kanesaka) that draws non-guests as much as hotel guests. It was also listed in Tablet Hotels.
One of Kobe's most storied addresses, this hotel traces its roots to 1870 — though the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake forced a complete reinvention. The current building opened in March 2010 in the city's former foreign settlement district, and the designers packed in as much historic atmosphere as a modern structure can hold. Think Art Deco touches, Thai silk bed throws, Arflex sofas, and a cocktail bar named for J.W. Hart, the British architect who designed Kobe's international settlement. Four restaurants, 116 rooms across six room tiers, and harbor or Mt. Rokko views depending on which direction you face.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Club Deluxe
Corner rooms on floors 8 to 13, 41 sqm each. Two full glass windows at the corner give you a wide sweep of the city. Comes with access to the Salon THE ORIENT club lounge. Turndown service is included for Club Deluxe guests.
41 sqm
Club Floor
Higher-floor rooms with a free minibar, Nespresso machine, and humidifier included as standard. Club lounge access is part of the deal, and turndown service is provided. Harbor or city views depending on the specific room.
Junior Suite
Located on the 14th to 16th floors, the junior suite comes in at roughly 77 sqm. It has a living room, bedroom, marble bathroom with Jacuzzi, and a walk-in closet. Essentially the suite experience minus the kitchen and dining room — and it's still spacious.
77 sqmJunior Suite with Steam Sauna
A newer addition to the room lineup: a junior suite with a private steam sauna and harbor views. Limited to one group per day, so book early. Brings the private sauna-and-night-view combination that is genuinely rare in a Kobe city hotel.
Oriental Floor
On the 12th and 13th floors. All rooms have a spacious bathtub and a free minibar. No club lounge access at this tier, but the rooms are solid and the floor position gives decent views.
Standard Floor
Located on floors 8 to 11. All rooms have a spacious bathtub. The low-slung furniture keeps the interiors feeling more open than the square footage might suggest. Entry point into the hotel — still comes with Simmons beds, Alterna bath products, and the Jackson Air Blow massage bath.
Suite (Suite King / Twin Suite)
The top of the range here. Entered through an elegant entrance hall, the suite sits on an upper floor and covers 113.99 sqm. Includes a full living room, dining room, bedroom, marble jacuzzi bathroom, walk-in closet, and a kitchen. Arflex sofas and Thai silk bed throws are the style signatures. Available in king or twin bed configuration — just book king and request twin.
King or Twin · 113.99 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Available to Club Floor and Club Deluxe guests. Morning bread and coffee from DAIKILY'S CROISSANT bakery. Evening cocktail service from 17:00–22:00 with 50+ curated wines, craft beers, and Japanese whiskeys. Concierge service and complimentary newspapers (English and Japanese). No guests under 12 at any time; after 17:00 restricted to adults 20+.
On the 8th floor. Open 5:30–22:00. Sportswear, shoes, and footwear available to borrow at no charge. Adults (18+) only.
Periodic cooking classes hosted at the hotel. Upcoming session noted for June 23, 2026. Check the Topics page for scheduling.
A summer-only outdoor terrace restaurant running from June 22 to August 31, 2026. A seasonal pop-up dining experience on the hotel's terrace.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Rooms with 85cm entrance width, 90cm bathroom entrance with sliding door, roll-under washbasin, shower chairs, emergency bathroom button, grab bars. Wheelchairs available for indoor use (reservation required).
Available breakfast 7:30–10:00 (¥1,100 per room surcharge), lunch/dinner 11:00–21:30 last order, and late night 21:30–07:00. 10% service charge applies.
¥7,350 (tax included) per sitter for 2 hours.
Evidence-based skin care brand with genderless, multi-functional formulas. Provided in all rooms.
Jetted air-blow massage bathtub standard in all rooms.
Top-quality medical pillows from Italian company Fabe.
Smart TV with streaming app access. Paid subscription apps require guest's own credentials.
Extensive free loan items: Blu-ray/DVD player, hair iron (straight/curling), Bluetooth waterproof speaker, bath pillow, facial steamer, stand light, baby bed, bed guard, diaper bin, pillow alternatives (buckwheat/memory foam/medical), wine cooler, mobile charger, conversion plugs, sportswear (tops/bottoms/socks/shoes).
Available 17:00–20:00 for Club Floor and Club Deluxe guests only.
Multilingual staff and doorman. Website available in English, Japanese, Korean, and Simplified Chinese.
Parking available on-site. Charged separately.
8th floor gym, open 5:30–22:00. Free sportswear rental. Adults 18+ only.
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