Kobe Seishin Oriental Hotel

In Kobe's Nishi Ward, a modern hotel base a short drive from Skymark Stadium and Kobe Sports Park. About 16 km from central Kobe and within driving reach of Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan and Universal Studios Japan—easy for day trips.

Rooms are air-conditioned with LCD TVs, refrigerators and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Expect blackout curtains, desks and in-room entertainment; some rooms provide slippers. The vibe is functional, family-friendly and ready for both city sightseeing and quieter nights in.

Soak in an indoor pool, hot tub and full spa complex with sauna and massage rooms. There's a health club/fitness center, vending machines, 24-hour front desk, and onsite laundry and dry-cleaning services. Paid self-parking is available for guests.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps you connected, and a ballroom handles events and meetings. Additional conveniences include an onsite ATM and safe-deposit boxes.

Four on-site restaurants plus a bar and café cover coffee and full meals. Buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00–10:00 AM for a fee.