New Hotels Opening in Kobe/Hyogo, Japan 2025

Hotel Livemax Toyooka: HOTEL LiVEMAX TOYOKA; Rebranded and reopened on January 31, 2025; A business hotel located a 10-minute walk from JR WILLER TRAINS Toyooka Station and a 15-minute drive from Kotori Tajima Airport.; Recommended accommodation plans
Discount plan from 2,086 yen
[Live Special] 15% off the standard plan [Room only] [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [JTB]reservation /Time Sale [Trip.com]Booking [agoda]Booking [Hotels.com] Reservation; Conveniently located just a 10-minute walk from Toyooka Station! [Jalan.net]

HOTEL LiVEMAX Toyooka [Book through Agoda]

Toyoko Inn Kobe Sannomiya Station: Toyoko INN Kobe Sannnomiya Ekimae; Opening April 24, 2025; 3-minute walk from the central exit of Sannomiya Station on the JR Kobe Line, 5-minute walk from Kobe-Sannomiya Station on the Hankyu and Hanshin Lines; Recommended accommodation plans
Hotel chain Toyoko Inn standard plan from 6,444 yen
[Free energetic breakfast included] Always affordable price ♪ Perfect for business or leisure! Non-smoking twin room [Rakuten Travel]; [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [JTB]reservation /Time Sale; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]; Conveniently located near the station, convenient for both business and sightseeing [Jalan.net]; Conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from Sannomiya Station. Recharge your energy for the day with a comfortable stay and free breakfast. [IKYU.com]

Grandvrio Hotel Tanba Sasayama Wakura: GRAND VRIO HOTEL TAMBASASAYAMA; Opening on April 25, 2025. Approximately 10 minutes by car from Sasayamaguchi Station on the JR Fukuchiyama Line.; Route Inn Hotels. Relaxing tatami mats and low beds. Large natural hot spring baths available.; Recommended accommodation plans
All-you-can-drink plan from 17,582 yen
[Dinner includes 90 minutes of all-you-can-drink] Full hospitality service! Enjoy the natural hot spring "Asagiri no Yu" (2 meals included) [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [JTB]reservation /Time Sale [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; 四季折々の味覚に、極上の天然温泉、和のくつろぎを感じる客室で贅沢なひとときを [一休.com]
Indulge in a luxurious moment with seasonal delicacies, exquisite natural Onsen, and relaxing Japanese-style rooms. Stays Reservation is [IKYU.com]
사계절의 미각, 최상의 천연 온천, 일본식 안락함을 느낄 수 있는 객실에서 호화로운 시간을 숙소 예약은 [IKYU.com]
四季美味、極致天然溫泉，和風舒適客房中享受奢華時光住宿預訂是[IKYU.com]; Opening in a charming castle town [Jalan.net]

Seaside Hotel Maiko Villa Kobe: MAIKO VILLA KOBE; A spectacular seaside resort surrounded by sea, wind and greenery; After renovations to the annex, the hotel will reopen on May 1, 2025. All guest rooms will be renovated with a modern and sophisticated design. The large public bath will have a new outdoor open-air bath, and a private sauna will be added later.; Recommended accommodation plans
Opening commemorative plan from 15,910 yen
[2 meals included] Renewal celebration ■ New building open! Our popular plan ◆ "Saint Tropez" dinner buffet & breakfast [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [JTB]reservation /Time Sale [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]; 明石海峡大橋を間近に臨む、全248室の大型シーサイドリゾート [一休.com]
A large seaside resort with 248 rooms, offering a close view of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. Stays Reservation is [IKYU.com]
아카시 해협 대교를 가까이에서 감상할 수 있는, 총 248실의 대형 시사이드 리조트 숙소 예약은 [IKYU.com]
近距離欣賞明石海峽大橋的全248間客房大型海濱度假村住宿預訂是[IKYU.com]; A seaside resort with a panoramic view of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and Awaji Island [Jalan.net]

Seaside Hotel Maiko Villa Kobe [Book with Agoda]

Kamenoi Hotel Ako: KAMENOI HOTEL AKO; Reopening on July 19, 2025; A hot spring resort hotel with a spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea. It is located in a superb location in Ako-Misaki, Setonaikai National Park. It also has an infinity open-air bath that blends in with the scenery of the Seto Inland Sea.; Recommended accommodation plans
Special Kaiseki Plan from 16,037 yen
Reopening on July 19, 2025! [Special Kaiseki] A luxurious special kaiseki meal with carefully selected ingredients [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [JTB]reservation /Time Sale [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [Expedia]Booking [agoda]Booking [Trip.com]Booking [Hotels.com] Booking; Renovated in July 2025, boasting an infinity open-air bath and salt sauna [Jalan.net]; お料理は旬の海鮮を中心とした創作会席をお楽しみいただけます。特に冬場は牡蠣料理が人気です。 [一休.com]
Located in Akou Misaki within the Setonaikai National Park, this accommodation boasts an exceptional location and prides itself on offering dishes made with seasonal ingredients prepared in various ways. Stays Reservation is [IKYU.com]
세토나이카이 국립공원 아코미사키에 위치한 숙소로, 뛰어난 로케이션을 살려 제철 식재료를 다양한 조리법으로 제공하는 요리가 자랑입니다. 숙소 예약은 [IKYU.com]
位於瀨戶內海國立公園的赤穗御崎，住宿以絕佳的地理位置為特色，提供使用當季食材並採用多種烹調方式製作的美味料理而自豪。住宿預訂是[IKYU.com]

Kamenoi Hotel Ako (Book through Agoda)

Tabino Hotel KakogawaBeppu StationBeppu Station: TABINO HOTEL KAGOGAWA BEFU; Opening in front of Beppu Station on September 15, 2025; Recommended accommodation plans
Simple Stay Plan from 4,910 yen
Simple Stay [Room Only] Opens September 15th! All rooms come with a washing machine and microwave for a comfortable stay [Rakuten Travel]; [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Hotels.com] Reservation　; Enjoy a relaxing trip in a space that feels just like home. [Yahoo! Travel]; 駅マエ、街ナカ、サウナに大浴場、嬉しいが詰まったMyホテル [一休.com]
Located near the station and in the city center, My Hotel offers a sauna and a large public bath filled with delightful features. Stays Reservation is [IKYU.com]
역 앞, 도심 속, 사우나와 대욕장, 기쁨이 가득한 My호텔 숙소 예약은 [IKYU.com]
車站前、市中心、附設三溫暖與大浴場，充滿驚喜的我的飯店住宿預訂是[IKYU.com]

Kobe Marriott Hotel: Kobe Marriott Hotel; Opening on December 1, 2025. Rebranded as "Hotel Crown Palais Kobe." Located in Kobe's iconic bay area, "Harborland."; Recommended accommodation plans
Club lounge access plan from 20,350 yen
Club Lounge Access with Breakfast (Breakfast & Club Lounge Access) [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [JTB]reservation /Time Sale [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; Kobe's first Marriott brand hotel opens! [Jalan.net]; A city hotel located in Kobe Harborland, just a 2-minute walk from JR Kobe Station [IKYU.com]
In the heart of Kobe, embraced by the sea and mountains, experience a new level of comfort and sophistication at this premier destination. Stays Reservation is [IKYU.com]
Sorry, I don't know, I don't know what to do It's a good idea. Home [IKYU.com]
Located in the central area of the temple, surrounded by oceans and mountains, it is a new scenic spot where you can fully enjoy the atmosphere. Inn reservation [IKYU.com]

New hotel openings OTA & travel agency campaigns and special pages

Yahoo! Travel: Popular hotels in Hyogo that have been open for less than a year. You can narrow down your search by criteria such as reviews of 4.5 or higher, points earned, breakfast included, whether or not there is a large public bath, hot springs, or rooms with open-air baths.
IKYU.com: Popular lodgings in Hyogo that have been open for less than a year. You can narrow down your search by conditions such as stunning views, dinner in your room, large public baths, saunas, baby-friendly, good value for money, and vacation rentals.
Rakuten Travel: Get there by plane! New accommodations opening after 2024
JTB: Newly opened and renovated hotels and inns
Rurubu.travel(JTB): We will introduce hotels and inns that will be opening or reopening after renovation between 2023 and 2025. Enjoy the latest facilities and services along with the unique atmosphere of a newly renovated hotel.
Kinki Nippon Tourist: We will introduce newly opened hotels and inns across Japan within the last two years, categorized by age. Enjoy a luxurious stay in a new space.

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