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About the Hotel

2-5-8 Motomachi-Dori, Chuo-Ku, Kobe, Japan, 650-0022
Nice
6.7
8.3
/10
3.6
/5

Featuring a vending machine and a lift, the fantastic Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi is near a shopping district and just 1.5 km from the Kobe City Hall. This 3-star hotel, located in the Chuo Ward district of Kobe near a train station, offers a herb garden.

Location

Standing 500 metres from the Ikuta Shrine and the Nankin-machi, the hotel is not far from the Kobe Port Tower. The waterfront Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial Park is a mere 13 minutes' walk from the Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi, while Kobe airport is 5 km from it.

Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Meriken Park, situated approximately metres away.

You can also use Minatomotomachi tube station, which is nearly 10 minutes' walk away.

Rooms

There are 43 rooms equipped with an air conditioner along with modern facilities including wireless internet and a television with satellite channels. Also, you will find an electric kettle and a fridge provided. Bathrooms inlude a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, and such fine comforts as hairdryers and bath sheets. Guests can enjoy views of the ocean from Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi.

Eat & Drink

Steak&Grill Kobe Meriken Hatoba is right near this accommodation and specialises in Japanese cuisine.

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Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room Small Double Bed Non-Smoking
2 persons
120 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room Small Double Bed Smoking
2 persons
120 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Single Room Smoking
2 persons
110 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Single Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
110 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers
Facilities: Nice
6.8/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Internet access
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi Location

2-5-8 Motomachi-Dori, Chuo-Ku, Kobe, Japan, 650-0022
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2-5-8 Motomachi-Dori, Chuo-Ku, Kobe, Japan, 650-0022
Nearby
1 Chome-3-18 Sakaemachidori
Nankin-machi
1600 ft
1 Chome-2-1 Shimoyamatedori
Ikuta Shrine
1600 ft
Mall
Kobe Motomachi Shopping Street
1600 ft
Museum
Kobe City Museum
1600 ft
Mall
Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street
1600 ft
2 Hatobacho Meriken Park
Fish Dance Monument
1500 ft
4-4-1 Shimoyamadedori
Hyogo Prefecture Guest House
1100 ft
3-1-1 Kaigandori KCC Bldg. 2F
Kobe Overseas Chinese History Museum
800 ft
Church
Kobe Eiko Church
1500 ft
1 Hanakumacho
Hanakuma Castle
1900 ft
3-1-17 Sannomiyacho
Kobe Doll Museum
1300 ft
3-3-10 Motomachidori
Kobe Fugetsudo Museum
400 ft
Restaurants
Kouran-main branch
100 ft
2-10-6 Sakaemachidori
Gyoza Daigaku
400 ft
2-3-5 Motomachidori
Motomachisantosu
400 ft
2-3-12 Motomachidori
Angie
300 ft
2-7-4 Sakaemachidori
Yoshinoya Kobe Motomachi
500 ft
2-9-1 Motomachidori
Ichirenya Motomachi
500 ft
2-9-1 Motomachidori
Yun Yun
700 ft
1-3-17 Sakaemachidori
Getting around
City Centre
Kobe11 min  ·  3000 ft
Airports
Kobe (UKB)14 min  ·  5.4 mi
Itami (ITM)45 min  ·  18.6 mi
Train
Motomachi Station3 min  ·  700 ft
Sannomiya Station14 min  ·  3700 ft
Underground
Minato Motomachi5 min  ·  1400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-21:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
High-speed internet access is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
43

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 111 verified reviews
6.6/10
Nice
56%
Recommend
Breakfast
10.0/10
Cleanliness
6.9/10
Comfort
7.0/10
Facilities
6.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Location
7.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.4/10
Staff
8.2/10
Value for money
7.1/10
Guest reviews
based on 236 reviews
6.7/10
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