Arima Hot Spring Ryokan Kotori - Kobe

Ryokan with private outdoor hot spring baths in historic Arima Onsen

Rooms

Arima Hot Spring Ryokan Kotori offers a rare offering of Japanese rooms with private outdoor hot spring baths. The rooms feature individually decorated interiors reflecting contemporary Japanese art and culture. All rooms are equipped with premium bedding, air conditioning, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Dining

Guests at Ryokan Kotori enjoy a kaiseki dinner served at the sister ryokan Hanamutsubi, a 1-minute walk away. The multi-course dinner uses ingredients from all over Hyogo Prefecture, including Kobe beef. A traditional Japanese breakfast is served each morning in the Kotori building.

Wellness

The ryokan offers on-site hot spring experiences, including a private onsen that can be booked for 45-minute slots. The public bath at the sister ryokan features two indoor pools and an outdoor bath with natural thermal water. Arima Onsen is known as one of Japan's oldest hot springs, with water of unique mineral qualities.

Services

Kotori provides a free shuttle bus from the Arima Onsen bus station and a luggage transfer service. The property offers free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. The 24-hour front desk assists with tour and ticket arrangements, and the shared lounge features a TV area.

Location

Arima Hot Spring Ryokan Kotori is located 700 ft from the Stamp Museum in Arima Onsen, a historic hot spring town. Mount Rokko is 2 miles away, and the Arima Ropeway provides access to the top of the mountain. The Kobe-Sanda Premium Outlets shopping district is within a short drive from the ryokan.

• Rooms: Japanese-style rooms with private outdoor hot spring baths
• Dining: Kaiseki dinner with Kobe beef at sister ryokan Hanamutsubi
• Wellness: Private and public onsen with unique thermal waters
• Services: Complimentary shuttle bus and free parking
• Location: Arima Onsen, one of Japan's oldest hot spring towns
• Target: Couples and travelers interested in cultural wellness