Arima Onsen Taketoritei Maruyama  

Perched in Arima Onsen in Kobe’s Arimacho neighborhood, this 4-star ryokan sits steps from Arima Main Road, Zuihoji Park and Tosen Shrine. A short drive brings you to Mount Rokko and nearby hot-spring sights. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the preferred arrival point.

This intimate ryokan has 29 air-conditioned rooms with warm, simple décor. Rooms include refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, safes, blackout curtains and private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers and bidets. Expect daily housekeeping, concierge and easy access to onsen hot-spring baths and an on-site spa and massage room.

Soak in hot springs, unwind at the spa and book tour or ticket assistance at the desk. Complimentary wireless internet and a train station pick-up service are offered, and free self parking is available on site. Other touches include a café, luggage storage and laundry services.

Practical extras for travelers include luggage storage, laundry facilities and a safe deposit box. A complimentary train station pick-up and free self parking make arrivals and departures simple.

An on-site restaurant serves guests, with traditional Japanese breakfasts available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee. A café on the property offers coffee and light bites after your onsen soak.