The 15 Best Hotels & Ryokan in Nikko for Families - Fun Time & Learning Time!

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The kids are full of energy and are still growing both physically and mentally after the baby stage. It's great to have fun to the fullest at an amusement park or shopping mall, but many moms and dads think that since it's a family trip, they want it to be educational. In such a case, "Nikko" in Tochigi is recommended. It is full of spots where you can learn while having fun, including the world heritage site Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Nikko Edomura where you can experience the history of the Edo period, and Tobu World Square where you can enjoy miniature buildings from around the world. You are sure to have a meaningful time with your family!

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After playing and learning with your parents, we recommend relaxing and relaxing at a child-friendly inn. Eating your fill of delicious food and relaxing in the public bath or private bath♪ It's a blissful time for busy moms and dads. This time, we will introduce recommended hotels and ryokan for your Nikko trip divided into the following areas: Kinugawa, Nikko, Lake Chuzenji, Oku-Nikko, and Yunishigawa. Let's take a look right away!

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"onsen Asaya" is located about 10 minutes from Tobu Railway's "Kinugawa Onsen Asaya Hotel Station" by dial bus that goes around hotels in the area. Asaya's iconic atrium lobby looks like something out of a movie.Children and adults alike will be thrilled the moment they step inside. The facility is also fully equipped with facilities such as a kids' room and library room. Children will not get bored.

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After playing a lot, my stomach is full. At this dinner, you can enjoy a buffet of over 100 Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes. You can also enjoy freshly prepared steaks and sashimi at the restaurant, which has an open kitchen. You'll be happy to be able to eat until you're full ♡ In addition to the buffet, there are also plans for creative Japanese meals at the Japanese dining room and kaiseki meals at the private restaurant, so one of the attractions is that there are many meal styles to choose from. We can spend the time that suits us.

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This is Asaya's proud floating garden open-air bath. Children will be excited about the large boat-shaped bathtub! The scenery is full of openness, the cool breeze, and the twinkling stars. You can enjoy onsen while being surrounded by nature and feeling like you're on a boat trip. For families who want to have fun without having to bathe, we recommend using a private bath or a room with an open-air bath in the guest room. There's also a mist sauna and a bedrock bath, so it's great for moms to relax on their own.

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Kinugawa Onsen Hotel is located about 10 minutes by dial bus from Tobu Railway's onsen Onsen Station. This ryokan is certified as a "Welcome Baby Inn" and is friendly to families with children and babies. There are plenty of ``baby rooms'' and ``kiddie rooms'' that are designed so that children can spend their time with peace of mind, so they can have fun in their rooms as well.

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The rice is an all-you-can-eat buffet of Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisine. The menu is popular with everyone from small children to adults, including piping hot pizza baked in an authentic stone oven and meat dishes prepared in a blazing open kitchen. Watching how food is cooked is a great way for children to learn! It's delicious to eat, delicious to look at, and you can have a wonderful food experience.

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This is an all-weather indoor heated pool called Ma-Meido, which is open on specific days such as summer and winter vacations. No matter how well you prepare for your trip in advance, there is nothing you can do about the weather. Even if you can't go sightseeing due to rain, you can change your plans without having to worry about having to change your plans if you have an all-weather pool! The children are also very satisfied.

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In addition to the pool, there is also a spacious public bath. It is a simple alkaline hot spring that is said to make your skin smooth and beautiful. The spring quality is gentle to children and people with sensitive skin. They also have baby shampoo and baby soap, so it's great that they are child-friendly. There is also a luxurious private open-air bath that has an indoor bath and an open-air bath.

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Kinugawa Plaza Hotel is located about 15 minutes by dial bus from onsen Station on the Tobu Railway. Many of the rooms have great views, and there are also rooms with open-air baths with a view and plans with private open-air baths. Even families can enjoy the luxurious atmosphere. There's also a pool that's great for kids in the summer!

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Hoozuki-tei is a detached private bath that was renovated in 2020. This luxurious private bath is equipped with a deck chair where you can cool down with a pleasant breeze and a tatami mat area after taking a bath. Why not talk about your memories of this trip without worrying about what others think of you and your family? There is also a playground in the building where you can play table tennis and billiards, so it's a good idea to play a game after taking onsen.

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For dinner, you can choose from four meal or in-room dining. The buffet is definitely appealing to kids with big appetites! Sansantei's small-bowl dishes, which condense the flavors of Tochigi, are a blessing because they lighten the burden on moms and dads to share food. If you play a lot, eat a lot, and get a lot of sleep, you'll be able to start the next morning energetically.

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`` onsen Hotel Mikazuki'' is a 3-minute walk from Tobu Railway's Kinugawa Onsen Station, and is conveniently located near the station. ``Opuro & Suiban Terrace'', which opened in 2020, has an atmosphere similar to an overseas resort that will lift your mood. You can enjoy onsen in your swimwear as if you were in a pool while looking out at the great nature of Kinugawa. After sunset, it transforms into a night pool. It is a space where you can relax and relax with your family.

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The Garden Spa is also a great facility for families. Since it is indoors, you can play regardless of the weather or season. In addition to the pool, there are also 5 types of saunas and a jacuzzi. While dad and kids are playing in the pool, mom can also refresh herself. There is a wide variety of onsen, so you can fully enjoy Kinugawa's hot springs.

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Not only the facilities within the hotel but also the guest rooms are well-equipped. You can find a room that suits you with a wide variety of options, including standard Japanese-Western rooms, luxurious rooms with open-air baths, and spacious rooms perfect for three-generation travelers. The views from the rooms are open and you can spend a relaxing and peaceful time no matter where you are.

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The dinner buffet is also varied. From luxurious menus such as sushi, tempura, and steak to dishes that children will appreciate. Don't miss the corner where you can enjoy local cuisine called "Tochigi Delicious Food". While eating gyoza and salt-grilled ayu, you can learn more about the charm of Tochigi. The salad bar using local vegetables is also popular. For health-conscious moms, it's great to be able to enjoy plenty of delicious vegetables.

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Hotel Sunshine Kinugawa is located about 20 minutes by car from Imaichi IC. The hotel has a children's room and is suitable for families with babies and young children. The view from inside the hotel is great, and Kinu Tateiwa Otsuribashi, one of the most scenic spots representing the Kinugawa River, is right in front of you! It's a momentary relief for moms and dads to be able to see a spectacular view right before their eyes.

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The hotel's proud bath is a large open-air bath where you can feel the changing seasons of the mountains. If you and your child can enjoy a relaxing bath together in the open bath, you will be soothed by the great nature of Kinugawa. You can also use the semi-open-air private open-air bath that will warm you to the core.

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In addition to the open-air bath, there is also a footbath cafe called ``espo.'' Parents often find it difficult to soak in hot onsen with their children. In such a case, let's relax in the footbath ♪ While looking at the beautiful scenery, soaking in the footbath is a sweet time ♡ It's a blissful time. Would you like to reward yourself for your hard work?

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The dinner buffet includes dishes made with local ingredients such as river fish and yuba, which are rare in everyday life. Since it's an educational trip, it's a good idea for the whole family to try out dishes that are new to them. If you're worried about your children making a fuss, there are meal options that allow you to eat in-room dining or in semi-private rooms. If you make a reservation other than the buffet plan, we also have a children's menu so you can enjoy meal without worrying about your surroundings.

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Hanasenkyo onsen Senkyo'' is about 5 minutes by dial bus from Tobu Railway's Kinugawa Onsen Station. The inn boasts a total of 6 types of guest rooms, including Japanese-style rooms and Japanese-Western rooms, all of which boast spectacular views of the Kinugawa River. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, parents and children can spend some relaxing time listening to the murmuring sound.

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The open-air semi-open-air bath quickly transforms into a ``raw rose bath'' for women only on Saturdays. Surrounded by colorful roses in the bathtub, you can enjoy onsen like a princess. There are baby cots available for both men and women in the changing rooms of the indoor baths, making it safe for babies to make their debut in onsen.

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No need to worry about bulky luggage when traveling with a baby. If you make a reservation for the "Baby Plan," you can receive up to 21 types of baby services, such as gifts of diapers and powdered milk, cleaning of baby bottles, and rental of bath items. Furthermore, on Saturdays, there will be recreational activities such as bingo tournaments and shows for children only! With this, you can reduce your luggage and have a fun and light trip with the whole family.

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With the Baby Plan, dinner is in-room dining, so you can enjoy a leisurely meal with your family. For babies, porridge, white rice, and powdered milk. For infants and older, we have a special children's menu and a variety of menus tailored to children's needs. Since in-room dining, you don't have to worry about what will happen if your child makes a noise at the meal hall. The whole family will be smiling while enjoying a delicious meal in a private space ♡

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Livemax Resort Kinugawa is approximately 5 minutes by car from Kosagoe Station on the Tobu Railway. This inn is proud of its rooms, all of which have open-air baths fed by natural hot spring water. Guests can choose from premium Japanese-Western rooms, deluxe twin rooms, and outhouses with a modern Japanese atmosphere. The photo shows a premium Japanese-Western room with a tatami area. You can spend relaxing time with your family while looking at the spectacular view of the Kinugawa River from the open-air bath.

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On the first floor of the building, there is a play room where you can play table tennis, billiards, and darts, a karaoke room, and a game corner that kids will love. It's a fun way to have fun that's unique to traveling, and your kids will have fun together. It's nice to have a place where you can have fun and have fun even if the weather is bad.

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The spectacular view from the rooftop is also a must-see. The stress of everyday life will melt away as you gaze out at the Kinugawa River flowing gently in front of the inn and the lush green mountains. The suspension bridge "Otorobashi" spanning the river can be seen downstream, giving it a very picturesque atmosphere. It is also recommended to visit during the autumn leaves season when the trees turn beautiful colors.

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Oedo Onsen Monogatari onsen Onsen Oedo Onsen Monogatari Kinugawa Kanko Hotel Railway's Kinugawa Onsen Station. There are various types of rooms, from Japanese-style rooms to Japanese-Western rooms, and they are generally spacious. The 17.5 tatami Japanese-style room in the photo can accommodate up to 8 people. It's perfect for a trip with three generations of a family. We also provide children's yukatas and slippers, which will make you feel like you onsen!

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Dinner will be served at an authentic buffet restaurant with a 14m long live kitchen. Enjoy a variety of seasonal buffets including Western, Japanese, and local cuisine. The kids menu is also very popular with children. Baby food is also available for babies. If you don't have to prepare baby food, you can reduce the amount of luggage you have to carry, and you don't have to worry about forgetting it. It's a buffet, so mom and dad can eat whatever they want.

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Free lounge service with coffee, beer, soft drinks and snacks is available in the lobby. Popsicles for kids too! In addition, you can use massage chairs and table tennis for free. There is also a game corner on the second basement floor, so let's have fun with the family!

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Itoen Hotel New Sakura is about 3 minutes by dial bus from Tobu Railway's onsen Station. There are a variety of guest rooms to choose from in the main building, annex, and south building, including 114 Japanese-style rooms and 63 Japanese-Western rooms. You will be able to enjoy your stay in a relaxed manner in the spacious interior.

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onsen is a simple alkaline onsen that is a combination of two types of onsen and is only available here in onsen. Not only can you relax in the large public bath with an open-air bath, but you can also use the private bath for free at this inn. This is a great service for families traveling with small children.

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For dinner, you can choose between a Kaiseki plan or a buffet that will satisfy even the kids. At the buffet, you can also order special dishes such as stewed red sea bream and grilled Tochigi wagyu beef on a ceramic platter. We hold a different gourmet fair every month, so enjoy the flavors of the season. You can drink as much alcohol as you like, including local Tochigi sake, so even adults will be satisfied.

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Another attractive feature of the large facility is that there are many free facilities such as table tennis, billiards, private karaoke rooms, and a children's pool. Reservations are required for both, so we recommend making reservations as soon as you arrive. There are many nostalgic retro games in the paid game corner, so you can have a lot of fun in your free time!

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Okunoin Hotel Tokugawa is located about 5 minutes by car from Nikko IC. There is also a free shuttle bus from Tobu Railway "Tobu Nikko Station", JR "Nikko Station", and "Nikko Toshogu". This hotel features a spacious Japanese garden and a quiet atmosphere. Many people may feel that staying at a calm inn is too difficult for families with children. Here, there are plenty of private rooms with open-air baths and terraces, so even families with children can feel at ease. The Japanese-style room with tatami flooring is comfortable for children to walk around in bare feet.

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Yushinoma Ginryu is a guest room recommended for families with children. There are 8 rooms in total, and the open-air baths in the guest rooms use natural water (Ginryusui) that is gentle on babies and pregnant women. Even when traveling with children, who tend to be busy, moms and dads will be happy as they can take a rest in the guest room bath.

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After the kids go to bed, the couple spends some time relaxing while watching the light up in the courtyard. How about having a leisurely conversation over an evening drink? If you visit to celebrate an anniversary, it will be an unforgettable trip, and your bond as a couple will become even stronger ♡

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The Ritz-Carlton Nikko is approximately 30 minutes by car from JR Nikko Station. A luxury resort located on the shores of Lake Chuzenji overlooking Mt. Nantai. The interior is beautiful and sophisticated, with decorations that make use of Tochigi's traditions. Even after returning from sightseeing, you can still experience Tochigi.

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Here, we have a ``Ritz Kids'' program that stimulates the curiosity and playfulness of children aged 4 to 12. It varies depending on the program, but for about 30 to 1.5 hours, you can play treasure hunting games in nature while taking care of your child, or play in the snow in the winter ♪ I'm sure your child will have a little adventure in a world without mom and dad. It will be a treasure for a lifetime. We also rent out mini tents and toys for children, so you can have a ``secret base experience'' within the resort.

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Why don't moms and dads enjoy afternoon tea at a leisurely pace while their children are cared for through the Ritz Kids program? Couples can enjoy an elegant and precious time together, which is difficult to do when traveling with children.

*Accommodation fees vary depending on the season.

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Pension Pension Yummy has a cute white Western-style exterior. Although it is located within the Nikko Kirifuri Highlands, Nikko Toshogu Shrine is only 5 minutes away by car! This pension is also recommended as a base for sightseeing. There are two types of guest rooms: Western and Japanese. If you choose a Japanese-style room, you can rest assured that even your baby is crawling. Please stretch your legs and relax with your family. Access: Approximately 10 minutes by car from Tobu Nikko Station on the Tobu Railway.

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When you arrive at the inn, feel free to soak in the private open-air bath. There are two types of open-air baths: the ``Open-air Rock Bath,'' which has a great sense of openness and a great view, and the ``Gemstone Open-air Bath,'' which is made of Izu stone that turns light blue when wet, and pearl stones that shine in rainbow colors. It's also nice to go in the evening and morning to compare the atmosphere. There is also an indoor bath that boasts seasonal medicinal spring water.

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A great feature for families with children is the playroom where they can play to their heart's content. This room is filled with indoor play equipment, toys, picture books, etc., and can be enjoyed by children of all ages. After having a great time, you'll be able to sleep soundly until morning♪ We also offer free rental of game consoles, which will make your stay even more enjoyable.

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Okunikko Hotel Shikisai is about 30 minutes by car from Kiyotaki IC. It is located in Nikko National Park, surrounded by nature. Children under 2 years old can sleep in the same bed for free. There is a wide variety of rooms available, including Japanese-style rooms with open-air baths, view baths, Japanese-Western rooms, and Japanese-style rooms with sunken kotatsu. It's such a luxury to be able to take a bath while looking out at nature without having to worry about other people's attention or time.

*To prevent freezing, guest room open-air baths are unavailable from December to March.

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The large public bath offers a stunning view of the trees outside the window. Enjoy the sulfur spring water drawn from the hot spring while admiring the changing nature of the four seasons. It is open all night from 3:00 PM to 10:00 AM the next morning, so you can relax in the onsen under the twinkling stars after the kids have gone to bed. Enjoy a relaxing time only for adults on your hot onsen trip.

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Dinner is a multi-course dinner that focuses on local production for local consumption. Children of elementary school age and older are served a reduced multi-course meal, and preschoolers are served children's menus such as hamburger steak, fried shrimp, and fried rice. There is also a chair with a belt for children. Having meal fun with the whole family is also a wonderful memory of your trip.

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Kyukamura Nikko-Yumoto is located about 40 minutes by car from Kiyotaki IC. This hotel is surrounded by rich nature such as the forests, lakes, and mountains of Oku-Nikko. ``Nikko Yumoto'' is a place where you can enjoy a completely different atmosphere from the ``Nikko Toshogu'' area and ``Kinugawa.'' Children can play freely on the spacious grounds. Recommended for parents and children who want to play and learn in nature. After playing a lot, the whole family can take a break in the large, light-filled bath.

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This is a Japanese-Western style room, with comfortable chairs on the wide veranda of about 6 tatami mats. You can relax in your room while being surrounded by the nature of Oku-Nikko spreading outside your window. The beds and futons are designed to be comfortable, so the whole family will be able to have sweet dreams.

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The hotel has many child-friendly facilities. There is also a ``Mokumoku Square'' where you can play and read picture books while feeling the warmth of the wood, and a library corner with magazines about nature and the outdoors, so you can have a good time indoors as well.

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The ``Fureai Program,'' a participatory experience event, is also enriched. There are plenty of programs that kids can enjoy, such as paper crafts and nature bingo. In addition, stargazing and hiking will give you experiences that can only be found in the great outdoors, and you can spend valuable time there. It's sure to be a journey where you can really feel the growth of your child♪

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Nikko Yunishigawa onsen is an inn located in Yunishigawa Nikko Yunishigawa Heike Honjin. It is approximately 20 minutes by Nikko Kotsu Dial Bus from Noiwa Railway onsen Onsen Station. The main guest rooms are Japanese-style rooms, where you can relax and unwind. The photo shows a Japanese-style room of about 10 tatami mats + about 6 tatami mats. In autumn, this room offers a spectacular view of the autumn leaves.

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The Irori kaiseki dinner, the pride of the inn, is a relaxing family time around the sunken hearth, with three courses to choose from: Irori Robata Kushiyaki, local Irori Robata skewers, Tochigi beef and Nikko brand pork grilled over charcoal or shabu-shabu. In the morning, a breakfast set meal of chicken white soup that is gentle on the body is served. The menu includes seven dishes of local ingredients such as "Nasu Goyoran" onsen eggs, Nikko Yunami-shabu (Nikko yunami-shabu), and Yashio grilled trout (Yashiomasu).

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Another great feature is that for both dinner and breakfast, there is a ``children's menu'' filled with dishes that children will love. This menu is aimed at preschoolers, but elementary school students can also change to this menu if they notify us the day before. Eating your favorite food to your heart's content will make your whole family smile.

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Nikko is full of sightseeing spots where you can play and learn. There are also many child-friendly hotels and ryokan that are perfect for travel education. The learning experiences and scenery you can see change with the seasons, so you'll want to visit again and again. Even on a trip of just one night and two days, a child's heart will grow greatly! Now, let's go to Nikko for both fun and learning.