Soothe yourself in Arima at the ”Kinsen (Golden Spring),” Japan’s oldest hot spring.
A hotel in Arima to enjoy the Kinsen and seasonal cuisines.
Please experience our special open-air bath and cuisines.
Welcome to the Arima Royal Hotel
Please enjoy the famous “Arima Hot Spring,” one of the oldest historical hot springs in Japan.
The Kinsen has a characteristic red-brownish color and is renowned for its quality.
At our inn you can thoroughly enjoy this soothing Kinsen to your delight.
For guestrooms we offer various types, including rooms equipped with open-air baths and massaging machines.
Come away from your busy day to relax your body and spirit.
Hot Springs
Please spend a relaxing moment while you spend time in our famous hot springs.
Japan’s Oldest Golden Hot Spring Kinsen金泉
The hot springs in Arima are known as the “Kinsen,”
and are Japan’s oldest hot springs.
This hot spring is known as a place to relax and
boasts a mix of many different healing properties that are rare in the world
Treatment and Medicinal Effects
| Treatment | Sensitivity to cold, back pain, muscle and joint pain, peripheral vascular disease, skin infections, chronic rashes, various types of allergic skin diseases, chronic rashes, hives, wounds and burns |
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| Medicinal Effects | Inflammatory and noninflammatory rheumatic diseases, open wounds, rehabilitation after surgery, chronic uterine adnexitis, functional infertility, autonomic nervous system disease, psoriasis |
Soothed by the oldest hot spring Kinsen Open-Air Bath
1F | Large communal bath
An open-air bath to enjoy the medicinal effects of the Kinsen hot spring. It can ease sensitivity to cold, back pain, muscle and joint pains, and infectious skin diseases. The spring contains plenty of iron, turning it a brownish-color upon contact with the air. The bath is lit up at night for a quaint aesthetic to ease your fatigue from travel.
| Water Properties | Iron-containing, sodium, chloride, strong salt hot spring |
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| Ways to enjoy the hot springs | Discharge and circulation filtration type |
| Heated or Non-heated | In order to modify the temperature, bath tubs may be heated by steam. |
| Sanitation | Proper sanitation measures are put in place under supervision of the health inspector, etc. |
Comfortably relax in the large communal bath Large indoor communal bath
1F | Large communal bath
Please enjoy the famous large communal bath at our inn. We offer 2 types of bath temperatures; very hot and comfortable. Try both to warm yourself thoroughly.
| Water Properties | Iron-containing, sodium, chloride, strong salt hot spring |
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| Ways to enjoy the hot springs | Discharge and circulation filtration type |
| Heated or Non-heated | In order to modify the temperature, bath tubs may be heated by steam. |
| Sanitation | Proper sanitation measures are put in place under supervision of the health inspector, etc. |
A large communal rooftop bath underneath the shining stars. The Open-Air Bath with a View of the Sky
5F｜Open-Air Bath with a View
Spend a blissful moment soaking in the bath, completely free from everything while you relax and view the stars. Be a part of nature and spend a relaxing moment away from your everyday life.
| Water Properties | Iron-containing, sodium, chloride, strong salt hot spring |
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| Ways to enjoy the hot springs | Discharge and circulation filtration type |
| Heated or Non-heated | In order to modify the temperature, bath tubs may be heated by steam. |
| Sanitation | Proper sanitation measures are put in place under supervision of the health inspector, etc. |
Various benefits from the micro bubbles A Bath for Beautiful Skin
5F｜Open-Air Bath with a View
Soaking yourself in the micro bubbles will allow them to clean your pores and lead to beautiful skin. The bubbles will gently and comfortably heal your exhausted body as well as circulating your blood.
| Water Properties | Iron-containing, sodium, chloride, strong salt hot spring |
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| Ways to enjoy the hot springs | Discharge and circulation filtration type |
| Heated or Non-heated | In order to modify the temperature, bath tubs may be heated by steam. |
| Sanitation | Proper sanitation measures are put in place under supervision of the health inspector, etc. |
A bath using a rare type of rock The Hokutolite Bath
5F｜Open-Air Bath with a View
The hokutolite stones used for the bath are made of a very rare mineral that is only found in the Tamagawa hot springs (a specified Special Natural Monument in Akita), as well as the Hokutolite hot spring in Taiwan. The stones are said to have medicinal benefits to cure all types of disease due to it’s hormesis effects that improves the body’s immune system.
| Water Properties | Iron-containing, sodium, chloride, strong salt hot spring |
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| Ways to enjoy the hot springs | Discharge and circulation filtration type |
| Heated or Non-heated | In order to modify the temperature, bath tubs may be heated by steam. |
| Sanitation | Proper sanitation measures are put in place under supervision of the health inspector, etc. |
Guestrooms
Please choose your preferred guestrooms,
we have Japanese-style rooms to rooms equipped with an open-air bath.
The rooms are designed with plenty of space for our guests to relax comfortably.
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Suite with a Semi Open-Air Bath
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Junior Suite with a Semi Open-Air Bath
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Japanese-Style Guestroom with an Open-Air Bath (made from earthenware pottery)
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Fully-Renovated Japanese-Style Guestroom with and Open-Air Bath
Suite with a Semi Open-Air Bath
Our renewed and special Japanese-style room comes with a semi-open air bath.
The living room is equipped with a low sofa and the bathroom has a bench-style rock bath for seating.
*The semi-open air bath does not draw water from the hot spring.
| Capacity | 1 to 4 person(s) |
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| Size | 21.84 sqm・18.2 sqm |
| Facilities | Bath, shower with toilet, air conditioner, powder space, Bedrock Sauna |
Junior Suite with a Semi Open-Air Bath
Our renewed and special Japanese-style room comes with a semi-open air bath (fully-opening windows).
A family of 4 can all relax comfortably at the open-air bath.
*The semi-open air bath does not draw water from the hot spring.
| Capacity | 1 to 4 person(s) |
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| Size | 21.84 sqm |
| Facilities | Bath, shower with toilet, air conditioner, powder space |
Japanese-Style Guestroom with an Open-Air Bath (made from earthenware pottery)
A modern Japanese-style room with an open-air bath made from earthenware pottery.
The tatami of the room are Ryukyu-style (Okinawa) plaid patterns with no overlapping edges.
*The open-air bath does not draw water from the hot spring.
| Capacity | 1 to 4 person(s) |
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| Size | 18.2 sqm・14.56 sqm |
| Facilities | Bath, shower with toilet, air conditioner, powder space |
Fully-Renovated Japanese-Style Guestroom with and Open-Air Bath
Our number 1 popular and fully-renovated room with an open-air bath to relax comfortably.
A room for two or a family to spend a relaxing moment in Arima.
*The open-air bath does not draw water from the hot spring.
| Capacity | 1 to 4 person(s) |
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| Size | 21.84 sqm・18.2 sqm・14.56 sqm |
| Facilities | Bath, shower with toilet, air conditioner, powder space |
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A modern, Japanese-style room (18.2 sqm) with a bedroom
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2 Japanese-style rooms (each 14.56 sqm)
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A relaxing Japanese-style room-14.56 sqm-
A modern, Japanese-style room (18.2 sqm) with a bedroom
In addition to the room (18.2 sqm), there is a separate room for sleeping.
This room has the inn’s best view of the cherry blossoms and autumn leaves near the Onsenji-temple.
*There is no bath in this room.
| Capacity | 1 to 4 person(s) |
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| Size | 18.2 sqm＋bedroom |
| Facilities | shower with toilet, air conditioner, powder space |
2 Japanese-style rooms
(each 14.56 sqm)
A convenient room for families or large groups with a sliding door to separate the two rooms.
Guests can enjoy breakfast and dinner in this room with a massage machine.
| Capacity | 2 to 6 person(s) |
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| Size | each 14.56 sqm |
| Facilities | with a Massage machine |
A relaxing Japanese-style room -14.56 sqm-
A Japanese-style room for up to 4 person(s).
Enjoy breakfast and dinner in your rooms.
| Capacity | 1 to 4 person(s) |
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| Size | 14.56 sqm |
| Facilities | Bath, shower with toilet, air conditioner, powder space |
Cuisine
Please visit our inn if you want to enjoy famous brand beef such as Kobe and Sanda Wagyu.
We have repeat guests who come back just to enjoy our cuisine.
Kobe and Sanda Beef
If you want to enjoy famous beef brands, come visit our inn
Kobe beef is Japan’s top branded and extremely rare beef that is said to have the strictest standards in the country.
Only A4 to A5 ranked beef are selected in addition to always having a certificate to verify that it is authentic Kobe beef.
We have courses for guests to enjoy 2 types of premium Kobe and Sanda beef, sourced under the careful and strict supervision of our chief chef.
Kaiseki-ryori (traditional Japanese multiple course meal)
A beautiful assortment of refined tastes and flavors
Our famous Kaiseki-cuisine is prepared using quality ingredients for both the eyes and mouth to enjoy. The seasonal menu changes constantly and no course is ever the same. Please enjoy the brief moment of the seasonal flavors.
Hot Pot Dishes
Delicious hot pot dishes with seasonal ingredients
We offer hot pot styles from all seasons such as Shabu-shabu, fish platter, Chanko, Sukiyaki, etc. We also offer seasonal hot pot dishes. Please feel free to ask for our menu options.
Recommended Course
We offer courses to suit the various needs of our guests
We recommend courses to enjoy and compare Kobe and Sand beef, a course with a focus on quality over quantity, and a course specially for those who want to enjoy plenty of meat dishes.
Access
7 minute walk from the Arima-Onsen station
Great access to Osaka, Hyogo and Kyoto!
If traveling by car
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- From Sannomiya / Shin-Kobe
- From Osaka / Shin-Osaka
- From Kyoto
- From Kansai International Airport
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- Shin-Kobe Tunnel
- From the Chugoku Ikeda IC
- Kyoto-Minami IC
- From the Kansai International Airport IC
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- Approx. 17 minutes
- Approx. 17 minutes
- Approx. 45 minutes
- Approx. 75 minutes
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- Arima-Guchi IC
- Nishinomiya-Yamaguchi-Minami IC
- Nishinomiya-Kita IC
- Nishinomiya-Yamaguchi-Minami IC
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- Approx. 6 minutes
- Approx. 8 minutes
- Approx. 15 minutes
- Approx. 8 minutes
- Arima Royal Hotel
Slide to the side to continue viewing.
If using a car navigation system, use the map code for easy set up.
- Map Code
- 12 765 091*05
- Search by TEL
- 078-904-0541
About our parking
We have free parking spaces available.
The hot spring town has narrow roads. Please ask us if you need a more detailed map, we can provide via FAX. Once you are near the hotel and need detailed directions, please feel free to call us at 078-904-0541.
If traveling by bus
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- From Osaka / Shin-Osaka
- From Sannomiya, Kobe
- From Kyoto
- From Kansai International Airport
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- JR Osaka Station
Hankyu Umeda Station - Sannomiya Station
Shin-Kobe Station - JR Kyoto Station
- Kansai International Airport
- JR Osaka Station
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- Hankyu Highway Bus (to Arima Onsen)
- JR Highway Bus (Arima Express)
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- Hankyu Highway Bus (to Arima Onsen)
- JR Highway Bus (Arima Express)
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- Hankyu Highway Bus (to Arima Onsen)
- JR Highway Bus (Arima Express)
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- Airport Shuttle Bus (to Sannomiya)
- Sannomiya Bus Terminal
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- Hankyu Highway Bus (to Arima Onsen)
- JR Highway Bus (Arima Express)
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Arima-Onsen Stop
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On foot Approx. 7 minutes
- Arima Royal Hotel
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If traveling by train
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- From Kyoto
- From Kansai International Airport
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- JR Kyoto Station
- Kansai International Airport Terminal 1
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- Approx. 28 minutes
- Bay Shuttle Approx. 30 minutes
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- JR Osaka Station
- Kobe Airport
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- Approx. 21 minutes
- Port Liner Approx. 30 minutes
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Sannomiya Station
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On foot Approx. 3 minutes
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Kobe Municipal Subway / Sannomiya Station
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Approx. 3 minutes
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Shin-Kobe Station
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Approx. 8 minutes
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Tanigami Station
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Approx. 11 minutes
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Arima-Guchi Station
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Approx. 4 minutes
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Kobe Electric Railway / Arima-Onsen Station
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On foot Approx. 7 minutes
- Arima Royal Hotel
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Nearby Sightseeing Spots
Introduction to Hyogo, Osaka, and Kyoto areas that can be visited on a one day trip from the hotel
Arima Geisha
Kobe-shi
Geishas will entertain guests at various inns and hotels of the Arima hot springs with song and dance, accompanied by the Shamisen and games. They will provide an entertaining time for visitors of Arima. If you are interested, please notify us at least 3 days in advance of your stay.
Himeji Castle
- By car
- Approx. 60 minutes
- By train
- Approx. 80 minutes
Kobe-shi
A world heritage site and one of the 100 famous castles of Japan. The castle is also called the “Hakuro-jyo (white heron bird castle)” due to it’s formal and dignified aesthetic. In spring, you can enjoy a very pretty view of a lit-up Himeji castle surrounded in cherry blossoms.
Dotonbori
- By car
- Approx. 45 minutes
- By train
- Approx. 80 minutes
Osaka
In addition to the food, this sightseeing area is full of vibrant energy to experience the culture of Osaka and the popular “Glico Billboard” for photographs. When you are traveling, this Osaka sightseeing spot is easy to access and only a walk away from various train stations.
Osaka Castle Park
- By car
- Approx. 50 minutes
- By train
- Approx. 90 minutes
Osaka
A city park that holds historical buildings and Important Cultural Properties such as the Osaka Castle Keep. Inside the park are famous spots to view the cherry blossoms and a forest with 1,270 blossoming plum trees. Definitely one of Osaka’s famous sightseeing spots.
Kyoto Station
- By car
- Approx. 60 minutes
- By train
- Approx. 80 minutes
Kyoto
The station also acts as a gateway to sightsee Kyoto. In addition to buses heading towards the popular tourist spot of Kiyomizu-dera temple, they offer meals at restaurants and souvenirs. Please see here for more about sightseeing Kyoto.
Overview of the Facility
| Check-in / Check-out | 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM / - 10:00 AM |
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| Internet Connection | Free Wi-Fi in all guest rooms |
| Overview of the Facility |
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| Overview of the Hot Springs |
*A separate fee of ¥150 will be required to enter the bath. Children under 7 years of age are non-taxable. |
| Overview of the Guestrooms |
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| Shared Facilities & Amenities |
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| Facilities | All rooms are equipped with an air conditioner, television, refrigerator, electric kettle, Health meter, safe (cash box), telephone, cable TV, tea set |
| Amenities Available for Rent | VCR, FAX, hair dryer, CD player, humidifier, pants press, clothes iron, cassette deck |
| Payment Method at Hotel |
VISA, JCB, American Express, UC, DC, NICOS, UFJ Card, Master Card, Saison, AEON, Daimaru, Takashima, Rakuten Card, ANA, JAL *Accepted credit cards may vary when settling online. |
| Address | 987, Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo, 651-1401 |
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