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"Location: For traveling to and from Osaka Airport, you can take the airport bus from Kansai Airport directly to Sannomiya Station, which is about a 5-6 minute walk from the hotel. There's a new building under construction nearby, so it can be a bit noisy during the day, and some roads might be detoured. Dining: There's a 7-Eleven just 10 meters downstairs, and easily over 100 restaurants and bars around the hotel. You'll find food options all along the JR line. Shopping Area: It's actually more than a 5-minute walk to the main shopping streets and the busiest commercial area in Sannomiya. If proximity is a priority for you, there are closer options available. Room: The 1.6-meter bed is definitely fine for two people, but a 24-inch suitcase can only be opened in the bathroom or the hallway connected to the main entrance, making it very cramped. Cleanliness: Very clean. You can pick up toiletries like lotions and makeup remover on the 1st floor. Check-in is strictly after 3 PM, and check-out is at 11 AM."

"The hotel is well located and the room was clean. However, I felt uncomfortable during check-in because I did not receive a welcome/check-in bag while other guests did. There was no explanation given, which made the experience feel unfair. I hope the hotel can improve transparency about guest amenities."

"Rooms are bigger than average Japanese hotels, basically a new hotel just a minute away from KOBE CHINA TOWN. Plenty of shops to enjoy food or shopping. Breakfast is a little simple Indian restaurant, nothing to choose much. Bicycles can been rent at the front desk for 500 JPY per use. Very convenient to get around the city. Will absolutely stay here every-TIME visiting KOBE."

"Located in the central business district, the hotel is about a 10-minute walk from Hanshin Sannomiya Station. The walk itself is quite enjoyable, lined with numerous restaurants, gourmet food stalls, and chic boutiques, so the distance wasn't an issue at all. Considering the price, the room was more than satisfactory – clean and well-maintained. The breakfast spread was also excellent. I even found that paying directly at the front desk upon arrival offered a slightly better rate than booking for the next day, making it fantastic value for money. This place is a paradise for shoppers, with a The North Face store right downstairs and other popular brands like Arc'teryx, Mont-bell, Blue Bottle Coffee, and Issey Miyake just a stone's throw away. The area still feels quite local and hasn't been heavily touristed, offering a more genuine and relaxed Japanese experience. The hotel's proximity to the sea also offers a delightful evening stroll to the port, where you can enjoy quiet, undisturbed views. The gentle night air and boundless romantic serenity were truly therapeutic."

"I saw a blogger recommend this hotel online, but I was disappointed after checking in. Although it's new and well-decorated and clean, it has some significant flaws. The train noise was extremely disturbing, stopping at 11:50 PM and starting again at 6:00 AM, severely disrupting my sleep. There were also frequent sirens of police cars. While the hotel wasn't directly responsible for this, they didn't install double-glazed windows. The tall, thin front desk clerk spoke fluent English, but her attitude was a bit arrogant. After a few questions, she became noticeably impatient, which detracted from my score. The hotel's location is inconvenient, with only one convenience store nearby and few restaurants. More dining options require a 10-minute walk across the overpass to Harborland. The hotel's own restaurant is also closed in the evenings. This hotel is near the Anpanman Museum and is often visited by families with children. During breakfast, several groups of children were constantly making noise, which was very disturbing. Overall, I wouldn't recommend it. I wouldn't stay again if I had other options."

"Location near 1. Kobe Sannomoya train stations. 2. City Loop, Port Loop buses for most tourist sights 3. Subway lines 4. 24h family mart convenience store (right below hotel) Rooms are big Good!"

"While the hotel's location isn't as bustling as Kobe's Sannomiya commercial center, it offers excellent value for money, considering its convenient transportation, shopping, dining options, and the hotel's facilities. Opened in 2023, the hotel is very new. I booked a 21 sqm Superior Twin Room, and it didn't feel cramped at all. What I particularly liked was the separate wet and dry shower room, making for a very comfortable shower experience. The hotel elevator goes directly to the basement, where a left turn leads straight to the ticket gates for Hankyu and Hanshin Electric Railways. A right turn and a short walk through the underground shopping street takes you to Kobe JR Station. For major Kobe attractions, including Himeji Castle, you'll primarily use these three railway lines (there are also many subways and buses, but they're largely unnecessary). Day trips to downtown Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, and other places from this hotel are very convenient and affordable. Outside the hotel and in the underground mall, there are plenty of restaurants for dinner. What I loved most were the two large supermarkets downstairs: Life and KOHYO, which offer many delicious and safe Japanese snacks to satisfy any craving. Many fresh food items start getting discounts in the evening, including sashimi, sushi, and tasty bread, which you can buy to eat in your room. Microwaves are available on the 6th and 10th floors. The hotel service was very responsive to requests, for example, when I asked for an extra pillow or daily coffee packets. The hotel's drawbacks: the duvet was too thick, and although the air conditioning kept me cool, its noise affected my sleep; the refrigerator was also a bit noisy. As a side note, for those traveling independently, getting to the hotel from Kobe Airport: take the Port Liner (elevated light rail) for 18 minutes (340 yen) to Sannomiya Station, then transfer to Kobe JR, Hankyu, or Hanshin lines, and the hotel is just 2 or 3 stops away."

"Location is very good, only 3 mins walk to JR Sanomiya Station and around 10 mins walk to airport bus stop. Lawson is located just downstairs and many restaurants and shopping streets nearby. The room I booked is pretty spacious for a solo traveler and bed is comfy. I like the room has a long table that provides ample space for both dining and working. I enjoyed the stay here and will definitely come again next time!"

"The hotel's location is excellent, right within the Motomachi shopping street, yet surprisingly quiet. Next door there's a lovely coffee shop with great coffee and delicious bread. Several famous old coffee shops like Nishimura, Kohshodo, Taco, the bakery Riki, and a drugstore are all within a 1-2 minute walk. Daimaru department store is conveniently located at the entrance of the shopping street. It's about a 3-minute walk to JR Motomachi Station, and you can reach Osaka Umeda in about 30 minutes. Sannomiya, Kobe, is roughly a 10-15 minute walk away. This hotel offers easy access to everything. What's particularly impressive is that the hotel cleans the rooms daily, which is not always common in Japan. Even if you don't require a full cleaning, they'll hang fresh toiletries and towels on your door. Although the room isn't huge, it's perfectly fine for a solo traveler. It's clean, well-maintained, and offers incredible value for money, truly exceeding my expectations and making my trip more enjoyable. The front desk also has staff who speak Chinese, and everyone is incredibly patient and always smiling. The service is truly top-notch."

"This doesn't strike me as a typical Japanese-style hotel. Frankly, the cleanliness was the worst I've encountered in any Japanese hotel throughout my more than ten years of visits to the country. The bathroom shower stall had black stains and mold in every corner, and even the floor wasn't properly cleaned. While the room was long and narrow, the three beds were spacious. The hotel also boasts a good location, less than a five-minute walk from Sannomiya Station. However, breakfast was disappointing; the food quality was poor and it simply didn't taste good."