BeachHouse Geragera

On Kobe’s coast in Tarumi Ward, this beachfront hostel sits steps from Okura Kaigan and the Maiko Maritime Promenade. It’s a short drive to Sumaura Park and Suma Aqualife Park, and close to Akashi sights like the municipal planetarium and Mitsui Outlet Park.

A compact beach hostel with just three guestrooms. Rooms are air-conditioned and simple, with flat-screen TVs, coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans and en suite showers with complimentary toiletries. Daily housekeeping keeps things tidy, and shared spaces include a kitchen, library and karaoke for chill, social nights.

Stand-out perks include a private beach, beachfront restaurant with ocean views, bicycles to rent, picnic and barbecue areas, plus a yoga area and massage room. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and spend afternoons riding or lounging by the sand.

Complimentary wireless internet across the property, meeting and presentation facilities including a conference hall, plus luggage storage, laundry services and free self parking onsite.

Geragera beachfront restaurant serves international fare with ocean views. There’s a bar/lounge and limited-hours room service. Continental breakfast is offered daily (fee), and a shared kitchen lets you cook your own meals.