Kobe Portopia HotelvsKobe Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers
Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Kobe Portopia Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to Kobe Bay Sheraton Hotel and Towers. Kobe Portopia Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 82 with accolades from 3 reviewers such as DK Eyewitness, Fodor's and Michelin Guide.
Kobe Portopia Hotel
 Michelin Guide
 Fodor's
 DK Eyewitness
6-10-1 Nakamachi, Minatojima, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture 650-0046
From $56/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 
 "Convenient for Kobe Airport... the oval-shaped main building features rooms of various designs.... To the south is a view of the ocean." 
 "A huge hotel with every imaginable amenity... It's a bit isolated on man-made Port Island, but has complimentary shuttle buses to and from Shin-Kobe Station throughout the day." Full review
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Ask for a room in the south wing if you want a balcony and ocean view.
 "With a magnificent night view... the elegantly designed Portopia Hotel is a well-situated luxury hotel. A full range of facilities is available." 
Kobe Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers
 Michelin Guide
2-13 Koyo-cho Naka, Higashinada-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture 658-0032
From $139/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 
 "The Kobe Bay Sheraton was opened in 1992 in a resort-like area surrounded by mountains and the sea."