Published date: December 31, 2025
About a 5-minute walk from 'Sannomiya Station', Hotel Monterey Kobe full of exotic charm
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Experience of the stay
Hotel Monterey Kobe, newly built and opened in 2020.
As soon as you step inside, you are transported to a different world, immersed in a European antique atmosphere,
forgetting the hustle and bustle of Kobe.
The classic decor in subdued tones creates a perfect adult getaway.
After check-in, guests can enjoy complimentary coffee at the lobby lounge.
On the second floor, there's a "large public bath with a sauna." Unfortunately, the women's sauna was out of order, but despite being in the urban area of Sannomiya, it has a fully-fledged bathing facility, which is very appealing.
I was able to refresh myself in the spacious bath at just the right water temperature.
It's also a nice point that ultra-fine bubble shower "Mirable" is installed in the showers of all guest rooms.
About a 5-minute walk from Sannomiya Station,
it’s within walking distance to sightseeing spots like Kitano Foreigners’ House, Former Foreign Settlement, and Nankin-machi (Chinatown), and yet it’s quiet since it’s just a block back from the busy streets. It was an ideal location for both sightseeing and business.
Experiences during the trip
I ate pork buns from Roaishouki at Chinatown (Nankin-machi).
There were over 20 people lined up at this popular shop, waiting since 30 minutes before it opened at 10 am.
At night, I went to Propeller for Kobe steak.
I made a reservation, but since the first store was full, I was guided to the second one.
Even during dinner time, you can enjoy a mini steak course starting at 4300 yen,
a reasonable price for quality Japanese beef steak.
I had a lunch set with xiaolongbao at 鼎鼎樓 (Jindinrou) Mint Kobe store.
It tastes just like the famous xiaolongbao shop in Taiwan where lines form.
When I entered at 11 am, customers kept coming in, and it was quickly full.
This place is also a popular store, so reservations are a must.