The Royal Park Canvas - Kobe Sannomiya

They provide face masks, and everything is self-service. It's very close to Sannomiya Station and Kitano Ijinkan, though a bit far from Kobe Port. There's a pedestrian street nearby for a stroll, and Don Quijote is right across the street.

The room was tiny; we could only unpack our luggage in the hallway right by the door. The breakfast selection was extremely poor, so I wouldn't recommend booking it separately. They don't provide any toiletries. On the bright side, there's complimentary coffee and hot water available all day on the first floor, and they offer decent ice cream at 8 PM. At nearly 1000 a night, it's definitely not good value for money.

The location is incredibly convenient, making it easy to get anywhere. The double bed was a rare find for Japan, and very comfortable. Breakfast was simple, but more than enough to fill you up!

Overall, it's pretty good, a comfortable chain hotel. Don Quijote is directly opposite the hotel, which is really convenient for picking up little things. The big subway station isn't very close, so if you have a lot of luggage, you might want to reconsider, otherwise you'll be dragging it across a lot of cobblestones, and your hands will get pretty sore. The hotel's location is probably in a bustling area. After 8 PM, there are many local 'energetic' young guys around, some drinking until 3 or 4 AM. The soundproofing isn't great, so if you're a light sleeper, I wouldn't recommend it. Behind the hotel are various local pubs, which can get very noisy at night. This is my second time in Kobe, and I'll definitely come back again, it's so beautiful!

The hotel's location is absolutely fantastic, right in Sannomiya. It's just a short walk to Sannomiya Station, the airport bus, and Daimaru department store. Directly across from the hotel is a 24-hour Don Quijote, spanning four floors – I always end up buying so much there! They also offer late-night snacks. While the room isn't huge, the separate wet and dry areas in the bathroom are a rare and welcome feature for a Japanese hotel.

Everything in the room was satisfactory, especially the cleanliness. However, it seems not all room types come with a bathtub, so if that's important to you, it's best to confirm in advance. The morning coffee and evening ice cream were excellent, and the location is unbeatable – most attractions and restaurants are within walking distance. One minor detail: the king-size bed wasn't a single mattress; if you're sleeping alone, you can't sleep in the middle as the seam feels a bit hard.

The hotel's location is excellent, making it super convenient to get anywhere, and there are plenty of food options nearby. Right across the street from the hotel is a Don Quijote. The hotel itself offers free tea and coffee during the day, and even ice cream in the evening. Most importantly, the shower is a proper walk-in shower, which is much more comfortable than the typical shower-over-bathtub setup you find in most Japanese hotels.

The location is excellent, which makes up for the small room. We booked breakfast, but the selection was limited and there were no boiled eggs, it was quite Western-style. The capsule coffee machine in the lobby is available 24/7 for self-service, and there's always a place to sit and relax.