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title: "Choraku Ryokan, Kobe: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Choraku Ryokan in Kobe: rated 9.2 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Ryokan · ★★★
# Choraku Ryokan

Yamaguchicho-Koukaen, Kobe, Japan

9.2 ·  Excellent 542 reviews ·  #12 #12 of 211 in Kobe ·  5.1 Location score
## About Choraku Ryokan

Choraku Ryokan is a ryokan in Yamaguchicho-Koukaen, Kobe, Japan. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 9.2 out of 10 across 542 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, free parking. The nearest airport, Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), is 18 km away.

- **Type:** Ryokan

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 41

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 6

1654-1 Arima-cho,Kita-ku

## How Choraku Ryokan scores

Better rated than 95% of hotels in Kobe

-   Guest rating **9.2**
-   Location **5.1**
-   Public transport **9.4**

Kobe average

## Amenities

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Sauna
-   Massage

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Shuttle

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **5.1**/10

- **Walk grade:** **61**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **25**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **6**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">有馬駅</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">270 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">40 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Kobe</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">34 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">76 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   切手文化博物館570 m
-   有馬玩具博物館650 m
-   有馬工房750 m
-   塩と胡椒入れのミュージアム in 有馬 (Salt and Pepper Museum in Arima)800 m
-   太閤の湯殿館800 m

## Choraku Ryokan: in detail

At Choraku Ryokan, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the ryokan to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Amenities at shuttle offered by Choraku Ryokan simplify the organization of your excursions, tourist activities, and other adventures in Kobe. Complimentary parking is available for guests. At the ryokan, their tours can even assist you in booking tickets and securing reservations for leisure activities and adventures. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of ryokan. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. A few chosen rooms are equipped with television and cable TV to ensure guest amusement. In certain rooms, the ryokan offers visitors access to a refrigerator and instant coffee. Choraku Ryokan offers a hair dryer and toiletries in the restrooms of specific accommodations. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. At Choraku Ryokan, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. Conclude your days in complete tranquility by paying a visit to massage and sauna for ultimate relaxation. At Choraku Ryokan, a wide array of amenities guarantees a fulfilling experience throughout your visit. Make your holiday truly memorable by taking a rejuvenating plunge into the pool.

### Compare

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## Questions about Choraku Ryokan

### How do guests rate Choraku Ryokan?

Choraku Ryokan has a guest rating of 9.2 out of 10 from 542 reviews, which is better than 95% of rated hotels in Kobe.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Choraku Ryokan?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does Choraku Ryokan have a pool?

Yes, Choraku Ryokan has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Choraku Ryokan?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Choraku Ryokan from the airport?

The nearest airport, Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), is 18 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Choraku Ryokan have?

Choraku Ryokan has 41 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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