Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi is a three-star gem in Kobe, Japan, located just 0.3mi from the city center. Nestled on 2-5-8 Motomachi-Dori in the Chuo-Ku district, this address puts travelers in the heart of the action while offering easy access to the surrounding sights.

Inside, guests find practical comforts: free Wifi, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, and elevators with access to upper floors. Bathrooms feature bidets and bathtubs, and an on-site massage is available for an extra charge.

With 276 reviews, Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi offers a reliable option, and prices start from $34.

A playful mix of room types invites every kind of traveler to tailor a stay. The Junior room offers about 130 square feet of space and is non-smoking, comfortable for 2 adults and 1 child. For a compact, still-private option, the Room - 1 Bed runs about 108 square feet and is non-smoking, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child. Larger parties will find value in the Standard Room at 215 square feet, a double setup that can accommodate up to 4 adults and 3 children, while the Quadruple Room with a Sea View brings in a breezy option for 2 adults.

Smoking and non-smoking preferences are well-catered to through a variety of choices. Semidouble appears in both non-smoking and smoking-varied listings, and there are 119-square-foot Small, Double options—both non-smoking and Smoking Allowed versions—plus rooms labeled as Single Use with or without smoking. A good spread of configurations means it’s easy to mix and match by mood, companion, or day’s plans without compromising comfort.

Practicalities for a smooth stay include flexible payment options: cash is accepted, along with American Express, Mastercard, and Visa. The property has earned trust from guests, with hundreds of reviews highlighting reliability and value. And with prices starting from about $34, there’s a welcoming balance of affordability and access to Kobe’s sights.