Merveille Arima  

In Arima Onsen — Kobe’s storied hot-spring neighborhood — Merveille Arima sits a minute’s drive from the springs and a short ride from Mount Rokko. The hotel is about 13 km from central Kobe and within reach of bigger Osaka draws like Universal Studios Japan and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.

This spa hotel offers 60 air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators, satellite TV and private bathrooms (shower/tub combinations). Rooms come with complimentary toiletries and bathrobes; safes, desks and irons/ironing boards are available on request. An elevator and accessible features are on site.

Soak in natural hot springs/onsen, unwind in the full-service spa, spa tub and sauna, or book a massage in the spa center. The property also has a 24-hour front desk, vending machine and free self-parking — perfect for a relaxed, restorative stay.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property, a banquet hall for events, luggage storage and a front-desk safe-deposit box. Free self-parking is available onsite.

Two on-site restaurants serve hotel guests, including Hanagoyomi, which focuses on Japanese cuisine. Japanese breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.