The 14 Best Affordable Hotels in Hakodate for a Fun Family Trip

When traveling to a destination with children, you want to focus on ease of transportation. Hakodate is a perfect tourist destination for families with children, as it is possible to visit tourist attractions in a compact manner by city tram or sightseeing bus. There are plenty of spots for parents and children to enjoy, such as the Hakodate Miraikan & Hakodate Kids Plaza, which is easily accessible from JR Hakodate Station, the Mt. Hakodate Ropeway, where you can take a walk in the air, and the Hakodate City Tropical Botanical Garden, which has a plaza where you can play to your heart's content. .

After enjoying plenty of sightseeing in Hakodate from morning to night, rest and recharge your energy at a hotel where you can stay with peace of mind, even with children. The delicious food and relaxing rooms will make your whole family smile. This time, we'd like to introduce recommended hotels in Hakodate that are child-friendly and have good cost performance, such as baby equipment rentals, a kids' corner, and children's lunch facilities.

Imagine Hotel & Resort Hakodate is located about a five-minute drive from Hakodate Airport. The guest rooms are based on the concept of "spacious and comfortable," and there are four buildings offering rooms to suit different numbers of guests and purposes. This is a standard Japanese-style room with an ocean view. The ocean view from the room will enrich your family's time in Hakodate.

This hotel offers a wide variety of free baby items for rental, including diaper pots, baby wipes, toys, and picture books. There is also a kids' space with a ball pit. There are also free board games for the whole family to enjoy in the rooms, and a "Famicom Dojo" where adults can relive their childhood, making this a child-friendly hotel that promises to be a memorable stay.

The quality of the spring water at "Imagine Hotel & Resort Hakodate" is a chloride spring that is colorless and transparent and has a smooth texture. You can expect a moisturizing effect that will moisturize your skin, and it will warm you to the core of your body, so you can sleep comfortably. You are sure to relax your mind and body in the spacious large public bath and the open-air bath ``Usukeshi-no-Yu'' with a view that will make you feel surrounded by the sea. Another great feature for families with children is that you can borrow baby bath goods such as baby shampoo and chairs for free.

At the restaurant "Kukuru," you can enjoy a casual buffet for breakfast and dinner. Fresh seafood such as snow crab and sashimi are often lined up. Children will be excited to watch the live cooking in the open kitchen. There are also many menus that children will enjoy, such as gratin, yakisoba, fried shrimp, and fried chicken. Being able to enjoy fresh salmon roe in the morning is a luxury that can only be found in Hakodate.

Hakodate Kokusai Hotel is located about an 8-minute walk from JR Hakodate Station. A direct bus from the airport stops in front of the hotel, making it easy to access and a reasonably priced stay near the station. All rooms are spacious and have a calm appearance. For families, we recommend the Japanese Family Room in the east building, which has tatami flooring and can accommodate up to 4 people. Preschool children can sleep in the same bed for free, and if you make a reservation in advance, you can conveniently rent a bed guard or crib.

We also have a wide range of infant and baby goods available for rent, including strollers, children's toilet seats, and children's nightgowns. Even if it's your first time traveling with a baby, you'll be able to have a safe overnight stay. You can also receive kid's amenities such as toothbrushes and slippers, so you don't have to bring anything. Picture books are also available for rent, making it a great way to spend time with your child before going to bed.

There are various restaurants in the hotel, where you can enjoy delicious dishes using seafood from Hokkaido. Please check the official website when making a dinner reservation. Breakfast is a buffet or Japanese cuisine. The buffet available at restaurant "Azalea" offers a variety of Japanese, Western and Chinese dishes, including the specialty "Sichuan Super Spicy Mapo Tofu". There are also popular menu items for children, such as bread and lightly salted "Hakodate Ramen". The breakfast venue has chairs and tableware for children, and free baby food is also available, which is great for families with children.

On the 13th floor, there is a natural hot onsen bath called Shiomi-no-Yu, which overlooks Hakodate Bay and the cityscape of Hakodate, where you can slowly heal the fatigue of your travels. The washing and changing rooms are spacious and safe for families with children. Children will be very happy as there will be popsicles available at the rest area after bathing.Children who are not in diapers will not be allowed in the public bath, so please take a bath in your room when your baby is in a good mood. Sho.

Located about a 10-minute walk from the Yunokawa tram onsen, Yunokawa Prince Hotel Nagisatei is also conveniently located about a 5-minute drive from Hakodate Airport. onsen It has 115 guest rooms with open-air baths, one of the best in Japan! A private bath would be perfect for your baby's onsen debut. These 12 tatami-mat Japanese-style rooms with open-air baths on the Mt. Hakodate side also include a footbath.

This hotel is located on the seaside, with an outstanding location where you can see the Tsugaru Strait in front of you and Mt. Hakodate in the distance. In particular, you can enjoy the magnificent ocean to your heart's content from this open-air bath located in the large public bath. The historic Yunokawa onsen has an abundant amount of hot water, so be sure to enjoy plenty of 100% hot water from the source. The large bathing area is also equipped with baby soap, cribs, baby chairs, etc., so you can safely take a bath with your baby.

At the hotel's restaurant, Buffet Nagisa, you can enjoy a dinner buffet with about 50 kinds of Japanese, Western and Chinese delicacies. There is also a live kitchen where you can order sushi, sashimi and other dishes to your liking. The restaurant uses plenty of fresh local Hakodate seafood and mountain produce, and offers dishes that emphasize seasonal flavors. There is also a wide selection of desserts and children's favorites, so the whole family is sure to be satisfied. There are also high chairs and baby chairs, so children can meal in peace. If you would like to meal, please check with the inn when making your reservation.

The buffet venue is equipped with a kids' corner that children will enjoy. If you ask, they may be able to seat you nearby, which is very helpful for families with small children. Parents can enjoy their meal at their leisure while keeping an eye on their children playing. In addition, they also lend out baby goods such as strollers and diaper trash cans, giving it a child-friendly feel.

Yunokawa onsen onsen is located about a two-minute walk from the Yunokawa Onsen tram stop and about an eight-minute drive from Hakodate Airport. As you enter the hotel, you will be greeted by a 666-square-meter Japanese-style garden, where the sound of the waterfall will soothe your soul. There are a variety of types of rooms available, including Japanese-style rooms, two-room adjoining rooms, and Japanese-Western rooms, so you can choose a room that is easy to accommodate your family.

Kids' yukatas come in a variety of cute obis of various colors, so fashionable girls will feel great. We also have a wide variety of rental items, including baby futons for babies, step stools for infants, and chairs that can be used for different age groups, such as baby walking chairs. There's also a game corner on the first floor, so kids can have fun without getting bored. You can also rent picture books at the front desk, so you can read them aloud before bed.

Relax to your heart's content in the large public bath where you can enjoy the historic Yunokawa onsen to your heart's content. On the first floor there is the ``Garden Public Bath'' with an elegant open-air bath made of cypress and rocks, and on the top floor there is the dome-shaped ``Gagyu-no-Yu'' with beautiful stained glass. You can enjoy various types of large public baths. We have bath goods for babies and kids, such as bath chairs and baby soap, so you can enjoy bathing with your children. We also have beauty amenities such as cleansing and hair care.

Hokkaido For dinner, try the seasonal Japanese kaiseki set menu at the hotel's restaurant. You will be very satisfied with the menu, which includes seasonal fish caught in the waters around Hakodate, hairy crabs, simmered fish, and other dishes that only a port town can offer. For children, there is also an age-appropriate children's lunch (extra charge), so the whole family can enjoy the delicious dishes together. In addition, each venue is equipped with colorful and cute children's tableware and kids' chairs. It is a great way to enjoy meal with small children in peace.

La Vista La Vista Hakodate Bay is about a 5-minute walk from the Uoichiba-dori streetcar, and a 15-minute walk from JR Hakodate Station, so you can walk around town while heading to your hotel. The interior of the hotel maintains the atmosphere of Taisho romance. This Japanese-Western room has a tatami mat space, and you can also rent a baby bed (reservation required), so it's safe for babies. We also have amenities such as strollers, children's clothes, slippers, and toothbrushes, so please inquire at the front desk if you would like to use them.

On the top floor of the hotel, you can enjoy Hakodate onsen while watching the night view from four types of baths, including an indoor bath, a barrel bath, a ceramic bath, a cypress bath, and a rock bath, as well as an open-air bath. If mom can bathe alone, we recommend washing off the sweat in the dry sauna or mist sauna. At the "shampoo bar" in the women's changing room, you can choose from a wide variety of shampoos for adults, as well as shampoos for children.

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Another attractive feature of the hotel is the wonderful services available throughout the hotel. In addition to free vinegar drinks, the women-only powder room is equipped with hair care and body care amenities. In addition, the cool spot "Sora" offers seasonal popsicles that children will love. You can spend a relaxing time with your family while watching the night view of Hakodate.

The appeal of this hotel is its breakfast buffet, which has been selected as the No. 1 "Hokkaido hotel with the best breakfast." Enjoy grilled seasonal vegetables and seafood at the restaurant "Kita no Banya." The seafood bowl, which can be topped with your favorite toppings, includes salmon roe and sweet shrimp, which children love, and is sure to make you feel full and happy in the morning.

HAKODATE Danshaku Club HOTEL & RESORTS is located about 3 minutes walk from JR Hakodate Station. All rooms have a living room, kitchen, and balcony, so you can feel like you're in a vacation home. You can choose from any type of guest room you like, such as this twin room or a fourth room that can accommodate up to 5 people. We have a wide variety of rental items, including cribs, bed guards, diaper trash cans, and baby bottle cleaning kits, so you can spend a comfortable time with your baby.

In addition, all rooms are equipped with a view bath with a washing area facing south, allowing you to enjoy a relaxing bath time while admiring the scenery of Hakodate. The large bathtub and luxurious scenery are sure to get the kids excited. Family time spent in your room will be more enjoyable.

The hotel is just a minute's walk from the Hakodate Morning Market, making it convenient for buying souvenirs and meal. In addition, the hotel is a condominium-style building that is also recommended for long-term stays, so it would be fun to buy fresh seafood and cook it in your room. If you stay without meals, you can stay cheaply and save on travel expenses.

There is also a service that delivers breakfast to your room for an additional fee. You can choose from a fresh seafood bowl delivered directly from Suzuya Shokudo in the morning market, or a Western food basket. You can order when you check in, so be sure to check it out. Being able to enjoy delicious food in the comfort of your own room is a great point for those traveling with small children.

Yunokawa Onsen Yunokawa Onsen Yumoto Takubokutei onsen located about a 3-minute walk from the Yunokawa Onsen tram stop. This traditional Japanese ryokan has a historic garden, and you can relax in a Japanese-style room with a great view of Mt. Hakodate. The tatami rooms are perfect for co-sleeping with your baby, and there are diaper bins, so it's perfect for families with babies. Children's yukatas are also available.

At Takuboku-tei, you can enjoy Yunokawa onsen while overlooking the scenery of Hakodate. This aerial open-air bath ``Isaribi'' is a space with a spectacular view of Hakodate's mountains and the beautiful sea. Leave the kids in the care of dad and enjoy bath time just for mom. There are also baby bath supplies such as cribs, baby soap, and bath chairs in the changing rooms for both men and women, so it is also recommended for babies to make their debut in onsen. If you would like to enjoy a bath with just your family, there is also a private bath available (for a fee).

For dinner, enjoy a buffet unique to Hakodate at "The Cabin," a restaurant that is modeled after a ship. All of the dishes are the chef's pride and joy. If you request in advance, they can also prepare baby food for you free of charge. They can also heat up food that you bring with you, which is a great help for mothers.

Once you've taken a break in your room, head over to the kids' space, which is open from 4pm to 9pm. There are plenty of play areas for kids to enjoy, including fishing games, crane games, air hockey, and a gachapon corner! There's also a space for small children to enjoy, so you can let them play without worry.

"Yunokawa onsen Hotel Banso" is located about a 5-minute walk from the tram stop "Yunokawa onsen". Its sophisticated design combines the exotic atmosphere of a port town unique to Hakodate with the Japanese culture unique to onsen areas. For families with children, we recommend the flat tatami rooms with few steps. They also lend out baby and kids' items such as diaper trash cans and booster toilet seats, which makes it seem like they welcome families with children.

``Hotel Banso'' also has a large onsen facility. The concept of the large public bath "Yukura" is a onsen living room. It has a variety of hot bath facilities such as an aroma steam room, silky bath, and pot bath, and has a sophisticated and comfortable presentation and design that will make you want to stay forever. This open-air bath is recommended for its open feel and exceptional comfort. You can also rent baby baths and baby chairs, so you can enjoy onsen with your children.

After enjoying onsen to your heart's content, meet at the spacious and open ``Yukura Lounge'' where you can relax after your bath. Let's cool down by feeling the scent of tatami and the warmth of wood. Cold ice cream and drinks are provided, so everyone can enjoy a peaceful time together.

Kuramatsuri, a restaurant with a high ceiling and an open feel, incorporates elements of the Hakodate Morning Market, which symbolizes Hakodate's quasi-Western style essence, vibrancy, and bustle. The cuisine is served in buffet style, including local cuisine and menus from famous restaurants. The most popular item is the sushi that is made on the spot by a craftsman. There are desserts and a wide variety of menu items that children will love, so you can feel full and happy. The restaurant also has baby chairs and children's tableware, so it's perfect ♪

Yunokawa Onsen onsen Yunokawa Onsen Heiseikan Shiosaitei, located by the sea, is about an 8-minute walk from the Yunokawa onsen tram, and from the Yunokawa Onsen Station bus stop that connects JR Hakodate Station and onsen Airport. You can arrive in about 2 minutes on foot. In this Japanese-style room, you can see the sea right in front of your eyes as soon as you open the window. The sound of the waves is soothing, and the children can't help but cheer. There are also rooms with open-air baths where you and your family can enjoy a bath without having to soak in water.

If you request this when making a reservation, you can have a Bumbo baby bath chair, a diaper trash can, and a diaper changing mat provided free of charge. Also, disposable diapers are sold at the convenience store, so you can reduce the amount of diapers you need to carry around. Children's yukatas and slippers are also available, so it's a great idea to take commemorative photos of the whole family in yukatas♪ (*Images are for illustrative purposes only)

This is the large observation bath on the 7th floor. With Mt. Hakodate on your right and the Tsugaru Strait in front of you, the feeling of openness is outstanding. At night, you can even see the fireworks up close. In addition, there is a large public bath onsen overlooks the Japanese garden through the glass, and an open-air bath that is surrounded by a rock garden. There are baby cots in the changing rooms of the public baths on the 4th and 7th floors, so you can easily take care of your baby.

At Ocean Terrace, a buffet dining restaurant with a sea theme, the open kitchen where the chef shows off his skills right in front of you is very popular. Children are excited about the hot, freshly prepared dishes such as tempura and steak. The stew dishes at Staub Corner are easy for small children to eat. You can also enjoy rice bowls made with your favorite seafood at the seafood corner, which emphasizes the season. Spoons and forks for children and baby chairs are also provided, so you can enjoy your meal in peace.

About 5 minutes by car from Hakodate Airport, Hakodate onsen Onsen Umi to Akari/Hewitt Resort is a family-friendly resort hotel that has a wide range of children's rental items and a buffet to enjoy. You can choose a room facing the sea with a panoramic view of the Tsugaru Strait, or a view where you can enjoy the view of airplanes flying. This family room can accommodate 4 beds. Baby cots can also be borrowed free of charge. Spend a relaxing time in our spacious 36㎡ open-plan guest room.

As you would expect from an inn that welcomes children, there are plenty of children's items available to borrow. In addition to children's chairs, mats, and wet tissues, there are amenities for children that include toothbrush sets, handkerchiefs, slippers, and original children's in-house clothing with a traditional Yamatan clothing motif, so you can reduce the amount of luggage you need to bring. Also, when you check in, you can enjoy some dango and sweet sake from a long-established local shop that has been loved for over 40 years, which will make your children very happy♪ (Quantities are limited).

The large bathing area ``Amaumi'' includes an infinity open-air bath that the inn is proud of, the ``Old Infinite Sea Lantern Open-air Bath,'' a tatami bath that keeps your feet cool and comfortable, and a pot bath for parents and children. there is. Let's enjoy touring the hot springs while admiring the spectacular view that seems to merge with the sea. For families with babies, thermometers, baby baths, and baby soap are available for rent. There are also two private baths (for a fee) for families who want to enjoy onsen without having to bathe.

For dinner, visit meal and enjoy the buffet restaurant "Gasshune". The dinner menu is one of the largest in Hokkaido with about 150 different dishes prepared mainly from ingredients from the Donan region! Both adults and children will be thrilled by the seafood rice bowl corner, where fresh seafood is lavishly topped, and the dynamic dishes grilled at a high temperature of approximately 400°C. The breakfast menu also includes all-you-can-eat salmon roe and salmon roe. Children's eyes sparkle at the all-you-can-eat salmon roe and hamburgers that you can make to your own liking. There is also a full lineup of sweets such as doughnuts, fruit, and soft-serve ice cream.

Gran Palette Hakodate is a family-friendly hotel that opened in 2022, located about a one-minute walk from the Uoichiba-dori tram stop. Although it is only a room-only hotel, you can walk to Hakodate Bay Area spots such as the Kanamori Brick Warehouse, so you can enjoy local cuisine. In the bright lobby, there is a bus-shaped kids' tent, a large whiteboard where you can freely draw, and swings, so your children will have a blast as soon as they arrive.

The family suite is a recommended room for families. There are bunk beds that kids will love, and even a slide and swing. The low-floor bed makes it easy for people to sleep together, and since it's a corner room, there are plenty of windows. You can see the beautiful night view from the high floors. In addition, Grand Suite 1 has a kitchen, large refrigerator, drum washer/dryer, and a barrel sauna on the deck. Even when traveling, you can feel relaxed and comfortable as if you were at home.

The hotel offers a welcome drink service from 15:00 to 21:00 in the lounge on the first floor. You can also put coffee and juices in take-out cups and take them to your room. If you're tired from sightseeing, take a breather. There is also a coin laundry on-site that is open 24 hours a day and provides free detergent. If you're traveling with children, it's convenient to be able to wash dirty items at the hotel.

FAV HOTEL Hakodate, which opened in 2022 and is located about a 4-minute walk from JR Hakodate Station, is a child-friendly hotel where you can enjoy the extraordinary experience of traveling while feeling at home. The rooms are equipped with all the necessary facilities to make your stay comfortable, such as a kitchen, cooking utensils, cutlery, washing machine, and vacuum cleaner. This "Heral Bonnie Standard Bank" room has bunk beds, which is exciting for children! You can have fun even in your room.

We're also happy that we have a wide variety of children's items available for rent! There is a diaper bucket on the auxiliary toilet seat, a bed guard, a bedwetting pad, a water temperature gauge in the bath, a bath chair mat for children, and soap, making bathing with your baby easy. There is also an electric kettle for babies who need milk, and you can heat up baby food using tableware and a microwave. Additionally, we have diapers, children's amenities, and toys, so you can reduce your luggage. It's perfect, so you don't have to worry about traveling with children for the first time♪

Comfort Hotel Hakodate is located about 2 minutes walk from JR Hakodate Station. The hotel is right next to the station, so it's easy to access even if you're traveling with children who tend to have a lot of luggage. Free breakfast, welcome drink, and free co-sleeping for children up to 6th grade, making it the best value for money! For families, we recommend the Double Standard or Twin Standard. Additionally, all rooms are non-smoking, so you can stay with peace of mind even with small children.

Although they are for adults, amenities such as toothbrushes, towels, and nightwear are available at the front desk. Baby cribs are also available for rental (charges apply, reservations required), so if you have a baby, be sure to use them. Depending on the type of room, baby cribs may not be available, so it's a good idea to check in advance. (*Image is for illustrative purposes only)

The appeal of this hotel is that not only moms and dads, but also children sleeping in the same bed can enjoy breakfast free of charge. You can enjoy a variety of dishes, including popular menus for children such as sausages and scrambled eggs, Hakodate-only potato soup, and smoothies made with vegetables and fruits. In addition, the restaurant venue is fully equipped with children's tableware and baby chairs! There's also a microwave, so you can warm up baby food, which is convenient.

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With this hotel, you can walk to Hakodate Morning Market, where you can enjoy Hakodate's fresh seafood, in about 3 minutes, and Lucky Pierrot, famous for its handmade local burgers from Hakodate, in about 1 minute on foot, so you don't have to use the streetcar or JR. You can enjoy Hakodate gourmet food right next to you! Additionally, the Hakodate Ekimae streetcar is right next to the hotel, making it easy to access Yunokawa onsen.

Hotel MyStays Hakodate Goryokaku is located about a 1-minute walk from the Goryokaku Koenmae tram stop. Goryokaku Park is about a 10-minute walk away, so you can casually drop by with the kids as if you were going for a walk. It's good value for money and is the perfect base for a trip to Hakodate with kids that you can enjoy in your own style. This deluxe triple room is spacious at 40 sq. m, making it comfortable for families.

Breakfast is served at the restaurant "Azalea", where you can enjoy the unique taste of the northern land, such as Hokkaido "plump rinko" and Hokkaido taraco. Popular among adults is Hakodate's squid sashimi. "Salted squid" is also available daily. In addition, the milk that is indispensable for children's breakfast is "Hakodate milk" with a rich taste. Breakfast is free for preschoolers, and you can borrow chairs and tableware for children if you ask the staff. Let's enjoy the taste of Hakodate from the morning for both adults and children.

The nostalgic Hakodate tram runs right in front of the hotel. It's about a 1-minute walk from the streetcar "Goryokaku Koen-mae" to the hotel, so if you have children who love trains, they'll definitely be excited! The location makes it easy to get to Hakodate tourist areas such as the Bay Area and Yunokawa, and if you use the hotel as your base, you can enjoy sightseeing with less baggage. Another appealing feature is that there is a convenience store on the first floor of the hotel, where you can quickly buy what you need.

A trip to Hakodate with children is full of fun that will make everyone smile. We recommend this place, where you can enjoy the fresh seafood of Hakodate, a port city, to your heart's content, and visit facilities where you can have fun with your kids, all because it's a compact city that's easy to get around. We have introduced hotels in Hakodate that are child-friendly and have good overall value for money. If you are having trouble choosing a hotel for your trip to Hakodate, please use this as a reference.