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 culturally rich 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.
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.
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.
Rokkosan Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Kobe with a visit to Rokkosan Ski Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
Iwaoka Hotel Deals
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
No A/C only heater. But the staff responded FAST w/a portable one. Toilet was a little plugged and they attended to it IMMEDIATELY! Staff here are exceptional!
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kobe Sannomiya
Room was clean, spacious, offered a laundry mat, and was close to many different attractions in Kobe! It is a place I would book again! Check in process was very easy, and a very convenient 7/11 next door for any late night snacks! A great place to spend a few nights!
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Kobe Portopia Hotel
Everything was great
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Great view of the harbor. Beautiful hotel and a great breakfast in the executive lounge
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
Hotel Monterey KOBE
Qualité/price excellent jotel
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Kobe Plaza Hotel West
Very central location to shopping, restaurants and transit. The lobby area is welcoming, as are the staff. In the room, the high touch surfaces were overall clean, but there were cobwebs and dust on unused surfaces. Also the room is very small. Minimal amenities (ie a coffee pot, but no coffee or ...
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Other neighborhoods 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
Discover the impressive Hyogo Daibutsu at Nōfuku-ji temple and explore Yanagihara Ebisu Shrine, both easily accessible from Hyogo Station. Shop at Kobe City Central Wholesale Market and Aeon mall for a diverse experience.
Iwaoka
- Mount Rokko
- Himeji Castle
- Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall
- Setonaikai National Park
- Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
- Meriken Park
- Rokkosan Ski Area
- Kobe-Sanda Premium Outlets®
- Motomachi Shopping Street
- Fruit Flower Park
- Kobe International Exhibition Hall
- Kobe Convention Center
- Mitsui Outlet Park
- Ikuta Shrine
- Okura Kaigan
