Arima Grand Hotel, Kobe

Arima Grand Hotel - A 4-star spa hotel with natural hot springs, open-air baths, and proximity to Mount Rokko

Arima Grand Hotel is a 4-star property located in Arima Onsen, a mountain spa resort known for its centuries-old bathhouses. The hotel features 38 air-conditioned rooms with mountain views, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi. Guests can choose between Japanese-style and Western-style rooms, including options with private open-air baths filled with mineral-rich hot spring water. The spa facilities include two spa tubs, a sauna, and treatments such as aromatherapy and reflexology. A seasonal outdoor pool and full-service restaurant serve Japanese and Western cuisine, with breakfast available as a buffet or in-room dining. The property offers shuttle service from Arima Onsen Station and is near attractions like Rokkosan Ski Area, Port of Kobe, and Mount Rokko. Business amenities include four meeting rooms, multilingual staff, and free newspapers in the lobby. Arima Grand Hotel also provides wedding services and luggage storage for convenience.

Pros

The indoor and outdoor mineral hot springs offer therapeutic benefits with "kinsen" (golden spring) and "ginsen" (silver spring) waters.

Rooms feature spacious layouts (some over 70m²) with tatami mat or Western-style bedding, catering to couples, families, and solo travelers.

A shuttle service is available upon request for convenient transport to and from Arima Onsen Station.

The full-service spa includes body treatments, facials, and access to saunas and steam rooms.

Cons

Dinner must be booked in advance, limiting spontaneous dining options.

The area's hilltop location may require reliance on the hotel shuttle or taxis for exploration.