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Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku

3.5 star property

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Lobby
Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Hot springs
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

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1455-1 Arima-cho Kita-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 6511401
  • Kin no yu
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Arima Onsen
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Mount Rokko
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪90 min drive‬

Room options

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Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Japanese Style Room - Meal Served in the Dining Hall Included, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Japanese Style Room - Meal Served in the Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Flat-screen TV

Family Lodge Room - Meal Served in the Restaurant Included, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Japanese-Style Room - Breakfast served in the Dining Hall Included, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Private Lodge Room - Meal Served in the Restaurant Included, Non-Smoking

Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Private Lodge Room - Meal Served in the Restaurant Included, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Lodge Room - Meal Not Served, Non-Smoking

Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Lodge Room - Meal Not Served, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Japanese Style Room - Meal Served in the Room, Non-Smoking

Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Japanese Style Room - Meal Served in the Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Standard Japanese Style Room - Meal Served in the Dining Hall Included, Non-Smoking

Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Japanese Style Room - Meal Served in the Dining Hall Included, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Standard Japanese Style Room - Meal Not Served, Non-Smoking

Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Japanese Style Room - Meal Not Served, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Private Lodge Room - Meal Not Served, Non-Smoking

Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Private Lodge Room - Meal Not Served, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku

3.5-star ryokan in Arimacho
This ryokan features 2 restaurants, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas is provided, as well as free self parking, a free area shuttle, and free train station pick-up. Other amenities include a hot tub, a children's pool, and a 24-hour front desk.
Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku offers 66 accommodations with safes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and children's slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. There are hot springs on site.
In addition to hot springs, Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku features an indoor pool and a hot tub. Dining is available at one of the ryokan's 2 restaurants. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This hot springs ryokan also offers a children's pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. An area shuttle within 600 meters, a train station pick-up service, and a train station drop-off service are complimentary for guests. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.

Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku has designated areas for smoking.

Keigetsu - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.
La Fontine - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle up to 600 m
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Kaiseki meal

Restaurants on site

  • Keigetsu
  • La Fontine

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Hot springs
  • Indoor pool
  • Karaoke
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 6 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Genkan (entryway)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Meals are not included in the room rate for children ages 3 and younger included in the reservation.
Guests booking breakfast should note the following scheduled breakfast times. For guests staying in the Japanese Style Room room type, breakfast is served only at 7:30 AM, 8 AM, or 8:30 AM. For guests staying in the Cottage room type, breakfast is served only at 8 AM or 9 AM.
Guests booking rates that include 2 meals (half board) must contact this property in advance to select their preferred dinner time. For guests staying in the Japanese Style Room room type, Japanese cuisine is served only at 6 PM, 6:30 PM, 7 PM or 7:30 PM. For guests staying in the Lodge room type, Western cuisine is served only at 6 PM or 7 PM.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 24 to July 4:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Kosenkaku Inn
Kosenkaku Inn Kobe
Kosenkaku Kobe
Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku Inn Kobe
Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku Inn
Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku Kobe
Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku
Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku Kobe
Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku Ryokan
Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku Ryokan Kobe

Arima Onsen Motoyu Kosenkaku Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 716 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 716 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 716 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 716 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 716 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

MONIQUE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the views from the main building. The rooms of Japanese style are beautiful most of them with gorgeous views either to the east or to the west. We enjoy our stay. One inconvenient there isn’t a restaurant in the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The Onsen baths are very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the suttle bus service is excellent, and the drivers are super nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chun Ning

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and just relax. Very good onsens.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lai Fong

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and good food
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Dated but nice view in the lobby
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyu

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although it says 3 stars i would compare this to a 4 star stay. Terific service and Antonin at the reception was terific. Mr. Komatsu shuttle driver was very efficient and nice. Staff was teriffic and nice. I will come back for sure when i visit Japan.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loc

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you like to stay at this hotel, please be aware that there is only one restaurant and meals have to order 2 days prior to your arrival.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

May Chan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice grounds, gardens are beautiful. The buildings need a facelift, getting run down
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

gerard, North Coogee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property and we felt very spoilt to share it for a night. Overall the start are very gracious and accommodating. The check in however felt rushed. This was our first time at an onsen and we felt overwhelmed with the venue and proper protocols.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

anita, San Mateo

Traveled with partner
Amazing stay! No problem with communication if you don’t speak Japanese.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

June

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay with a great view and spacious room. They provide a shuttle bus to Arima Onsen station.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are very friendly and with excellent service. Shuttle bus is very convenient to bus stops & Rope way station.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic relaxing in the onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Woosung

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

HOANG DOAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic, unique experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doehee, Medina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff members were very kind and helpful. I would definitely stay in this place again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Govind

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Gem of a property!!! Beautiful, authentic, well maintained and lovely onsen. The staff was friendly, and very attentive to our needs☺️
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn, honolulu

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve now stayed her 8 times. I actually haven’t stayed anywhere else. This Ryokan has the best price for a great facility and meals!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kam, San Bruno

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place seems to be old, but they have the best hot springs. Rooms are large so are all the corridors. Perfect quiet place to spend 2-3 days of relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yanvaroj

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ryokan with the great view and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best part of our trip so far
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023