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Merveille Arima

3.0 star property

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Hot springs
Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
City view from property
Sauna, hot springs
Property entrance

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1670-5 Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe, Hyogo-ken, 651-1401
  • Place, Arima Onsen
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kin no yu
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Gokurakuji Temple
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪104 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room

  • Mountain view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 3 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Kobe

Located in Arimacho within a 5-minute walk of Arima Onsen, Merveille Arima is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights like Mount Rokko. This 60-room, 3-star hotel has 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Arima Onsen - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Kin no yu - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gokurakuji Temple - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tosen Shrine - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Zuihoji Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Arima Onsen Station - 1 min walk
  • Kobe Arimaguchi Station - 3 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪三ツ森本店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪あり釜めし くつろぎ家 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪有馬温泉 酒市場 (Sake-Ichiba) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪なかさ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪一休 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Merveille Arima

Guests staying at Merveille Arima enjoy access to a full-service spa, karaoke, and a sauna. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and securing valuables. Other amenities at this adults-only hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 30-inch TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Refrigerators, electric kettles, and safes are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a hot tub and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. There are 2 hot springs open between 3:00 PM and midnight.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,178 per person
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Hanagoyomi
  • Kouyou

Things to do

  • 2 hot springs
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Karaoke
  • Sauna

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Full-service spa

  • 2 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Hot springs water temperature - 107 ºF
  • In-room massages
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Sauna
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Spa open daily
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1990
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check in by 7 PM to receive dinner.
This property is unable to accommodate most dietary and food allergy restrictions.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This is an adults-only property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 7 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2178 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Hot springs access available from 3:00 PM to midnight.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Merveille Arima
Merveille Hotel
Merveille Hotel Arima
Merveille Arima Hotel Kobe
Merveille Arima Hotel
Merveille Arima Kobe
Merveille Arima Kobe
Merveille Arima Hotel
Merveille Arima Hotel Kobe

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Merveille Arima?

Merveille Arima provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Merveille Arima?

As of Mar 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merveille Arima on Apr 14, 2026 start from $182, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see near Merveille Arima?

This hotel is situated in Arimacho within a 10-minute walk of Arima Onsen and Kin no yu. Zuihoji Park is within a walking distance of 0.8 mi.

Will I be able to park at Merveille Arima?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Merveille Arima?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include hot springs.

Does Merveille Arima include a casino at the property?

No, Merveille Arima doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Merveille Arima?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Merveille Arima a good place to stay for couples?

This adults-only hotel offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as 2 restaurants and a full-service spa.

Does Merveille Arima have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Merveille Arima feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Merveille Arima has 2 restaurants, and serves Japanese breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Merveille Arima allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Merveille Arima.

Are there connecting rooms at Merveille Arima?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Merveille Arima?

The closest major airport to Merveille Arima is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 15.8 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kobe Airport (UKB), which is located 16.9 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Merveille Arima?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Merveille Arima.

Merveille Arima Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 149 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is perfectly nestled right behind the railway station (2mins up hill). Inside the hotel it is a little dated in the rooms but you won’t be spending much time there anyways! They offered both an outdoor onsen and an indoor onsen-sauna area with generous opening hours. It let me explore the surrounding area until late in the evening because I knew the onsen facilities would still be open and available! They have a free beverages inside the hotel alongside a few vending machines, but they’re also just 2 minutes away from a family mart. The breakfast included was quite nice! Good variety of foods with some unique offerings like steam your personal size tofu and grill your own personal portion of fish! Overall, I highly enjoyed my stay and would recommend this stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, clean, a bit old but authentic.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good food. Stuff there are very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect hotel. Location was next to the train station which is a must in this hilly town. Property nice and clean. Food was excellent. Kaiseki dinner with meat was tasty and filling. Breakfast was very good. Unfortunately the outdoor onsen was closed. Indoor onsen was large and had a variety of pools. Overall a memorable stay and I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Chung Yan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to the Main Street and station. Convenient is an advantage. Nice food. Friendly staff. The facilities are quite old but tidy and clean.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check in was quick and staff was friendly. The room was clean. My only complaint would be the noise. The walls were thin and I could hear the people talking in the next room. The towels in the bathroom were a bit small, as well. Everything else was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good value for money for a hotel with both indoor and outdoor baths. The location is very central and near to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

HT, VANCOUVER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel is old but really close to train station. Give me a room with very strong smoking smell first. Then i ask stuff to change a none smoking after.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable hotel

Clean and comfortable hotel. Spacious room and very good onsens. Just 3 or 5 minutes walk from train and and espress bus station.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Raweewan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
SMALL CITY BUT VERY CHARMING . BEST LOCATION TO BE REST WITH NATURAL PLACE . YOU CAN BREATH WITH NATURAL OZONE
Stayed 1 night in May 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Wilson U S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mid-budget hotel right next to the Station

It was a simple one night stay to check out the place and enjoy a bit of me-time. The only thing I am not happy about was the fact I need to pay 150 yen for the use of the onsen which should have been complimentary for hotel guests. Yes the amount is small but the shock of being presented with a bill at the end of the stay when it is not expected is not welcomed.

8/10 Good

TSUI MING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good. If you travel by train, it is very near.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

10/10 Excellent

WEI-CHEN, Taiwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and awesome hot spring (onsen)!

The hotel is just next to the Arima onsen station. You could found some convenient store and restaurants nearby! Enjoy the hot spring (onsen) in the hotel!

6/10 Okay

Andrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Pui Chun, Hong Kong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good

It's good for stay at this hotel, good location nearby station, good view

8/10 Good

JB, Hong Kong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very close to train station and popular hotsprings

It was a good place for the price. Doesn't have as many amenities as some of the other hotels, however, the others costs a heck of a lot more money. The staff was very friendly and accomodating (except late check out is not allowed without a fee). The hot springs/ bathing area is nothing big, but is good. Rooms do not have wifi. Only available in the lobby. Besides that, there really isn't much else the hotel offers.

8/10 Good

Kam mun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
客房整潔，職員有禮親切！只是施比較古老！但温泉可以一次享受有馬温泉的金湯&銀湯
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terutaka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
安定した良さです。（食事、清掃、スタッフの方の対応）
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

KYOKO

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

KAZUHIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
客室がリフォームされてて清潔感があった。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

????

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terutaka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
部屋でのWIFI接続が悪く（できなかった）ため、改善していただけると、更によくなると思います。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025