Kita Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A road with a pink staircase leading up a hill, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
A mountainous landscape with dense forests and a clear sky.
A large flower garden with red and purple flowers in front of a historic building with a green roof and arches.
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A forest with autumn foliage, a stone monument, and a pathway.
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A rooftop pool with two large trees, a clear sky, and a cityscape in the background.
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Stay near popular Kita Ward attractions

A waterfall surrounded by large rocks, a red bridge, and stone steps leading up to the bridge.

Arima Onsen

8.6/10 (903 reviews)
Arima Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
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Activities

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

NZ$6
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Personalized Kobe Tour with Local Student Guide

Kobe: 100% Personalized Tour with Local Student Guide

NZ$101
per adult
Kobe: 100% Personalized Tour with Local Student Guide
Learn to cook with an Osaka local

Private Home-Style Cooking Class in Osaka with Local Mom Yoshiko

NZ$237
per adult
Private Home-Style Cooking Class in Osaka with Local Mom Yoshiko
Private Japanese Calligraphy near Arima Onsen

Private Japanese Calligraphy near Arima Onsen

NZ$104
per adult
Private Japanese Calligraphy near Arima Onsen
Takedao Railway Hike and Ikeda Torii Gate Tour

Takedao Railway Hike and Ikeda Torii Gate Tour

NZ$138
per adult
Takedao Railway Hike and Ikeda Torii Gate Tour
Herb Garden in Kobe

Kobe City Private Tours

NZ$192
per adult
Kobe City Private Tours
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Our pick of the best Kita Ward Hotel Deals

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$105 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$105
3 July - 4 July
Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,413 reviews)
"Good choice for affordable hotel with public onsen, close to Dotonbori, great city view on top 40th floor."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$195 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$195
31 July - 1 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,652 reviews)
"Close to trains, malls, and access to the food hall"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$146 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$146
16 July - 17 July
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,247 reviews)
"good location and convience to go most attration place."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

2 out of 5
2-13 Souemoncho Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$60 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$60
5 July - 6 July
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Spa World are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (821 reviews)
"Good location and facilities"

Reviewed on 8 June 2026

The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi

BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi

2.5 out of 5
4-5-18 Minamihonmachi, Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$68 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$68
5 July - 6 July
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (599 reviews)
"Bring your own rags and bring your own water if tap is not your thing. They do not have any wash clothes available and they do not have water fountains (though they have ice)."

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Centara Grand Hotel Osaka

Centara Grand Hotel Osaka

5 out of 5
Nambanaka, Naniwa-ku, 2-11-50 33 Osaka Osaka Prefecture
The price is NZ$336 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$336
9 July - 10 July
Stay at this luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,957 reviews)
"Excellent."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Centara Grand Hotel Osaka
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Our guide on where to stay in Kita Ward

Find the best Kita Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Japanese temple with red and gold accents, a staircase leading up to the entrance, and a clear blue sky.

Sannomiya

Travellers choose Sannomiya for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station or Boeki Center Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.

A brightly lit tower with the text "Port of Kochi" at the top, a modern building with a curved facade, and a river with a bridge in the foreground.

Kobe City Centre

Travellers choose Kobe City Centre for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station and check out top sights like Sannomiya Shrine.

A coastal cityscape with modern buildings, a prominent red tower, and a mountainous backdrop.
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Chuo Ward

You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in Chuo Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Ikuta Shrine, and catch the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station to see more of the area.

A historic building with a large archway, surrounded by trees and a paved area.
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Hyogo

Hyogo is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Noevir Stadium Kobe and Osaka Bay are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shinkaichi Station or Kamisawa Station to get around.

A forest with autumn foliage, a stone monument, and a pathway.
Photo by 663highland
Open Photo by 663highland

Arimacho

Discover Arimacho, memorable for its hot springs. Popular attractions in Arimacho include Arima Onsen and Tsuzumiga Falls, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Arima Onsen Station.

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