Seaside Hotel Maiko Villa Kobe

Absolutely wonderful hotel. Right by the beach, easy access to Awaji Island, not far from the train station and convenience store, and access to a wonderful bath.

Beautiful view with great food and helpful staff!

We had dinner at the Japanese restaurant, the staffs were helpful and nice. Breakfast was excellent!

My Japanese friend who lives in Kobe recommended this hotel and I am so happy to have followed her advice. The views of the Akashi Kaikyo bridge from the room (and the spacious bathroom) were stunning, especially at night when the bridge was illuminated. We had a corner room with a bathroom, in which a bathtub was on an elevated platform with a floor-to-ceiling panoramic view of both the bay and the bridge. The room was very quiet and spacious; the beds were comfortable. My sister and I really enjoyed a buffet breakfast at the hotel, and our visit to Arisugawa - a Japanese restaurant on premises, was memorable. We are already planning our return to Seaside Hotel Maiko Villa Kobe and next time, we will stay for longer. The hotel has a spa, which we did not have the time to enjoy on our most recent trip, and the area itself has so much to offer for pleasant walks on the promenade, in the park, and on the beach.  

My second time going to this hotel and I can’t wait to go back again! It’s amazing I love it!

The spa was amazing!!

Breakfast was excellent Saunas were very relaxing and refreshing Staff was very helpful

Place was perfectly clean with great staff! The only thing is the breakfast and the dinner are the same every day, some variations will be greatly appreciated! But other than that, a lovely place and I will go back!

No availability for massages

very nice place to stay at; reasonably priced and well maintained

Currently the closest Hotel location next to the Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge. Just a short Elevator/tram ride down to the park area. Note: If you get a room with the bridge view, those rooms will seriously heat up as they face west. Sure air-condition is available, but it will lose the cooling competition. Make sure the curtains are closed prior to going out (Japanese hotels switch off indoor power when you leave the room w/door keys)

Spectacular sunset view of Akashi bridge and Setouchi sea.

The room is too hot. With the window open, train and motorcycle are very noisy.

Ok

Very clean rooms and all the staff were very friendly. Beautiful gardens.

The service at the front desk wasn’t impressive. The restaurant didn’t help. I had to get up and find someone to place my order and later to pay.

Even though the annex is s bit of a hike, the recently remodeled room was marvelous. And the staff is always wonderful!

I am Canadian and recently retired from my position as President of a famous Japanese company in both Canada and USA. I have been to Japan upwards of 50 times and I have been spoiled staying at some of the most wonderful hotels and resorts throughout Asia, North America, Caribbean etc. I am currently spending 90 days in Japan therefore, within budget, I am staying at moderately priced hotels throughout the country and I came upon this hotel. With my many experience over the years, there is no doubt...this is in the top 5 of the BEST HOTELS I have ever stayed at! It is absolutely beautiful and elegant in that wonderfully understated Japanese way. 1. Lobby It's the first thing we usually notice when entering a hotel. This lobby is beautiful, spacious and elegant. 2. Room As a solo traveller on a budget, I chose a single room. But it was perfect. Unlike North America, Japanese hotel rooms are relatively small, but so well organized. 3. Breakfast This is without doubt one of the BEST buffet style breakfasts I have ever had! Not only is the selection wide and varied, but the quality of the food and taste is absolutely outstanding! 4. Pool Yes, as noted in other reviews, there is a cost for using the swimming pool. BUT, that is somewhat common in Japan. When we consider the amazing low nightly cost for the room, so what. Paying for use of the pool is no big deal. In conclusion: I plan to return to this hotel again before my trip is over. I LOVE this hotel!

Great view & clean room and facility

Nice view