Enjoy a trip to Miyakojima with children♪ 16 best hotels and lodgings for family trips

Miyakojima, Okinawa, is a popular destination for people traveling with children. There are many popular sightseeing spots such as ``Yonaha Maehama Beach,'' which is said to be the most beautiful beach in the East, ``Miyakojima Marine Park,'' where you can observe the underwater world, and ``Miyakojima City Tropical Botanical Garden,'' where you can see tropical plants. Childhood is an important period for developing a rich mind. That's why we want to give you a different and moving experience that can only be had on Miyakojima.

Choosing a place to stay is very important to make your trip to Miyakojima with children enjoyable. Here we have selected hotels that have facilities and services for babies and children, such as kids' rooms, children's pools, and Japanese-style rooms. Parents would be happy if their children spent their time in Gokigen. Choose the accommodation that suits you and have a family trip full of smiles♪

Miyakojima Tokyu Hotel & Resort is a resort hotel located right in front of Yonaha Maehama Beach, which is said to be “the most beautiful beach in the East.” If you make a reservation, it's a 10-minute shuttle ride from Miyako Airport, making it extremely accessible! Children get bored if the journey takes too long, so it's nice to be able to arrive right away. The hotel is equipped with a children's pool, a convenience store that sells floats and sunscreen, a 24-hour coin laundry, and a shower room where you can wash off the sand. The whole family can enjoy marine activities to their heart's content.

There are two types of guest rooms: the Coral Wing Building, which has a separate bathroom and toilet, and the spacious Ocean Wing Building. Both have rooms for families, but we recommend the Japanese-Western style rooms in the Ocean Wing building. Although it has a garden view, it is a twin room with a 6 tatami Japanese-style room. Having a Japanese-style room is convenient because you can spread out your belongings and organize them, and you can watch over your baby as they crawl.

There are plenty of activities and services that are perfect for traveling with children. In addition to marine activities, there are plenty of rental items such as swim rings and snorkels. You can get slippers and toothbrushes in the hotel lobby, baby food is available at the buffet venue of the restaurant "Nirai Kanai", and you can borrow chairs and trays for children. You can also rent various other items such as sandbox sets and Bumbo chairs. Since traveling with children tends to be heavy, it's nice to be able to reduce your luggage even a little.

The Shigira Bayside Suite Allamanda Miyakojima exudes a sense of luxury with its tropical design. It is a resort hotel located about 15 minutes by car from Miyako Airport. The pool exclusively for guests includes a children's pool with a depth of about 75cm, so the whole family can enjoy swimming together. There are plenty of features to keep guests entertained even if they spend the whole day at the hotel! Great for families with children ♪

The guest rooms are divided into 5 buildings, and you can choose according to your preference, such as the cottage-type ``Pool Villa Royal Suite'' surrounded by flowers and greenery, or the ``Jacuzzi Terrace'' with a Jacuzzi. In the "Pool Villa Lagoon" wing, where all rooms have private pools, you can experience feeding sea turtles, so this room is recommended for families traveling with children. Both children and adults will be very excited as they will be able to see sea turtles up close, which is difficult to see on a daily basis!

The resort is full of activities such as diving, snorkeling, and golf courses! In addition to marine activities, why not enjoy a 283 meter long aerial walk on Okinawa pair lift? You will definitely be impressed by the view of Miyakojima from above! It's sure to be a trip full of smiles for the whole family♪

Hotel Shigira Mirage Miyakojima is approximately 15 minutes by car from Miyako Airport. This resort hotel consists of two buildings: Bayside, which faces the seaside, and Pool Villa Premier, a villa type building with a private pool built on a small hill. Depending on the room, you can use valet service or a private lounge called ``The Club Lounge'' for free. Your heart will be excited by this service that will soothe tired moms and dads from driving!

"Pool Villa Premier" is suitable for up to 3 parents and children. It has a private pool, so the whole family can have fun together. The villa also has a large day bed that extends out onto the terrace, making it a great place for your baby to crawl or take a nap! If you feel a little tired, just take a break with your child.

Baby items are also sold at the hotel's shop. Of course, we also have a wide selection of rental items for children! There are many childcare items that won't fit in your luggage, but are useful to have, such as a baby guard that is essential for co-sleeping, a formula pot, a baby bottle sterilization set, a step stool, and a toilet seat! Both mom and dad can enjoy their trip with peace of mind.

``Alamanda Ingya Coral Village'' is about 20 minutes by car from ``Miyako Airport.'' Up to 4 people can stay in each private cottage lined up in front of the sea. At the buffet-style restaurant in the village, you can enjoy dishes unique to the island, such as ``Jimami tofu'' and ``goat soup.'' Right next to the village is the seaside park ``Ingya Marine Garden'' that makes use of a natural cove, where even small children can enjoy a quick walk along the seaside.

All cottages have lofts. The room is compact at about 43 m², but there is a spacious loft of about 12 m², so the ceiling is high and the space feels open. For playful children, you can enjoy your stay as if you were in a secret base.The terrace is equipped with a shower room and a Jacuzzi. If you have small children who are still worried about playing in the sea, you can easily play in the water on the terrace!

The dining area also has a children's space. Lego blocks and picture books are provided, so you can enjoy playing with toys even when the weather is bad. Maybe there's something your child likes or a toy they've never played with before! The whole family will be able to stay with a smile thanks to the excellent service♡

Hotel Breeze Bay Marina Miyakojima is a resort hotel located approximately 10 minutes by car from Miyako Airport. The guest rooms are divided into three areas: the ``Main Building'' which was renovated in July 2020, the ``Tower Building'' for families and groups, and the condominium-type ``Harbor Wing Building.'' You can see the sea of Miyakojima from every building, so just staying there will make you feel like you're at a resort.

In the main building, we recommend the "Family Room" with twin beds and bunk beds, or the "Executive Room" with a day bed. In the tower building, there is a ``family room'' with 4 beds, and in the condominium, there is a ``family room'' with 3 beds, a kitchen, and a washing machine. Please choose according to your child's age and preferences. This is the "Family Room" in the main building. Bunk beds are exciting even for children.

On the first floor of the main building, there is a children's space inspired by the sea. At the "Drawing Wall" you can draw all over the wall, so why not try drawing your memories of your trip freely? The space is also equipped with a nursing room and diaper changing table. Families with siblings can breastfeed their babies while letting their older children play in the kids' area. It's nice to be able to spend time relaxing while watching over your children.

Hotel Locus is a resort hotel that opened in 2018, located about a 10-minute drive from Miyako Airport. It is also conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from Painagama Beach, making it perfect for enjoying the ocean. The hotel also has an activity lounge that offers travel tips such as Miyakojima's food, culture, experiences, and music. There is also a map showing the staff's recommended spots, so you can use it as a reference when deciding on your plans.

There are 100 rooms in total, divided into eight types, including compact rooms and maisonette rooms perfect for solo travelers. For families, we recommend the "PREMIER POOL ROOM." This is a suite-class guest room with a private pool and jacuzzi. With a private pool, you can let your kids play to their heart's content without worrying about others around you. Mom and Dad can also spend some time relaxing in the poolside jacuzzi.

Outside the lounge, there is a heated swimming pool. It's great that it's open all year round. You can also order drinks from the restaurant "Doug's Diner & Bar" on the second floor of the building and enjoy them here, so kids can enjoy the pool and adults can enjoy drinks. The restaurant offers a Japanese and Western buffet for breakfast, sandwiches and pasta for lunch, and American diner menu for dinner. Not having to go out for meal is great for families.

"Marine Lodge Marea" is a diving resort hotel with a diving shop attached. It is located about 15 minutes by car from Miyako Airport, and Yonaha Maehama Beach is so close that you can walk from the hotel in just a few minutes! It's near the sea, so you can spend a quiet time.

The marine activity experience menu is open to children and beginners, so it's a great idea to try snorkeling or diving with the whole family. Children will be delighted by the blue sea and colorful fish.

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If you're traveling with children, try choosing a Japanese-style room at Leaf Village (baths and toilets are shared on each floor). The floor is covered with Ryukyu tatami mats, so even if you have a crawling baby or a child who is still unsteady on their feet, you can spend a comfortable time there. There are no large furniture such as beds or sofas, so it's convenient for packing.

This inn is not only close to the beach, but also has a garden barbecue. It's a little far from the city, so you can have a fun BBQ with your family. A barbecue experience under the starry sky is sure to be an unforgettable memory for children too ♡

Hot Cross Point Santa Monica (Miyakojima) is a casual resort hotel within SHIGIRA RESORT, which operates many resort hotels on Miyakojima. Located in the center of the resort, ``Hot Cross Point'', it has great access to try out various activities! It's perfect for making memories with your family♪ It's about 15 minutes by car from Miyako Airport.

The recommended guest room is "Coral Ocean," a guest room on the top floor with a terrace. You can see the ocean from the terrace and relax while feeling the pleasant breeze. On a clear night, you can see a sky full of stars. Looking at the constellations with your children will be a wonderful memory ♡

For breakfast, enjoy a buffet-style breakfast at the hotel's Santa Monica Restaurant, where you can enjoy cuisine from around the world. With the theme of "traveling breakfast," the dishes change daily, so you'll look forward to breakfast every morning. The interior of the store has a calm atmosphere with white and dark brown as the main colors. Enjoy your meal on the terrace while feeling the pleasant morning breeze and recharge your energy♪

"Peace Island Miyakojima" is located along "Nishizato Odori Street" in the center of Miyakojima. There are many souvenir shops within walking distance. Recommended for families who want to enjoy shopping in town. Guest rooms include single rooms, double rooms, family-type rooms, and connecting rooms that can be accessed through internal doors. You can choose a room according to the number of people and purpose.

The great thing about traveling with children is that all rooms come with a refrigerator, microwave, and washing machine with a drying function ♡ You can quickly wash and dry clothes that get wet or dirty from playing in the sea. Enjoy playing in the sea with your whole family without worrying about washing up!

Wellness Villa Brisa (Miyakojima) is approximately 15 minutes by car from Miyako Airport. This is a hotel where you can stay for a long time with the catchphrase ``A trip to enjoy Miyakojima while living here.'' All rooms come with a kitchen, washer/dryer, refrigerator, microwave, etc., all of which are great for traveling with children. It's nice to go out to eat at a local restaurant, but how about buying local ingredients and trying Okinawan cuisine with your family? It will definitely be a fun memory of your trip ♪

This is a Japanese-Western style room. Mom and dad are relaxing on the sofa while letting their baby play in the Japanese-style room. Anything can come true. We do not clean rooms because we want our guests to enjoy their free time. You can change the linen, so please relax and feel like you are relaxing at home.

If you book a room with an ocean view, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the coral reef and the blue sea. It's so beautiful that you'll want to stare at it forever. It's a good idea to enjoy marine activities and sightseeing on the first day, and relax at the hotel on the second day.

Hotel California Miyakojima Resort is located in the middle of Miyakojima. It is attractive that each building is independent as it is a condominium type property. The bright atmosphere of the West Coast will make you feel as if you are in California. You might be able to make memories that will bring smiles not only to children but also to moms and dads as well as the whole family. Access is approximately 10 minutes by car from Miyako Airport.

All rooms are equipped with kitchens, and children under the age of 5 can sleep in the same bed as their parents. There are also plenty of rental items, such as baby chairs and baby beds, perfect for those traveling with children! A large bed in a spacious space... You're sure to be able to relax and unwind after a long day of travel. You'll need to prepare your own food, so do some shopping before heading to your room.

There is also a kids space in the front building where children can play to their heart's content! You can do warm-up exercises before going to the beach, or even if you can't go to the beach due to bad weather, you can have lots of fun at the hotel. Children will also enjoy the playground, which has a different atmosphere from home!

``Hotel Torifito Miyakojima Resort'' is easily accessible, about 2 minutes by car from ``Miyako Airport.'' The hotel has a spacious pool that is only available to hotel guests. Let's have fun with the whole family! Free airport transportation is also available if reserved at least one day in advance. You can move comfortably even if you have a lot of luggage♪

There are three types of rooms recommended for families. Choose from "Standard," "Superior" with a terrace, and "Deluxe" that can accommodate up to six people. There are also thoughtful touches for travelers with children, such as children under the age of five sleeping in the same room for free and rental equipment for children. These wallet-friendly services are sure to put a smile on the faces of both moms and dads.

For breakfast, enjoy a Japanese-Western-Ryuan buffet at the restaurant on the second floor of the hotel! You can fully enjoy the ingredients unique to Miyakojima and Okinawan cuisine! There are many types of buffets, so even picky eaters are welcome. Only when staying at a hotel, try choosing your child's favorite food♪

The Rescape (Miyakojima) is a villa resort located on the east coast of Miyakojima. You can enjoy your stay in Miyakojima in a stunning location with a beautiful Miyako blue beach right in front of you. You can rent puzzles, board games, etc. at the reception building. Please enjoy the relaxing time with your family. Access: Approximately 15 minutes by car from Miyako Airport.

There are a total of 38 guest rooms, with eight types to choose from. The photo above shows the Restaurant Suite Villa, the largest room in the hotel. Each room accommodates one person per bed, and children under the age of five can sleep in their existing bed for free, and amenities such as diaper pots and cribs can be rented free of charge. There are also craft workshops you can try out in your room. Create some great family travel memories with your children!

This photo shows the private pool attached to the guest room. You can spend your time comfortably without worrying about being seen. Lie down on the bed on the terrace and enjoy a blissful relaxing time. This is a recommended spot where you can relax and enjoy the sunshine of Miyako Island.

Enjoy breakfast and meal at a French-based restaurant. You can enjoy the delicacies of Miyakojima, which benefits from the rich nature. If you are particular about your meal, please try the shabu-shabu course, which incorporates Ryukyu's native Agu pork and prefecture-produced wagyu beef. If you are traveling with children, you can order "room service" and enjoy meal and wine without worrying about the people around you!

"Feliz Villa Suite Irabujima Sawada" has "Sawada Beach" spread out in front of you. This is a one-building rental villa on Irabu Island, and all villas come with heated private pools, roof terraces, and daybeds. The beach is characterized by gentle waves, making it easy for small children to play in the water. Please enjoy a stay with the privacy of a villa.

There are a total of 8 guest rooms. The terrace is equipped with luxurious facilities befitting a southern island, such as hammock-shaped chairs and a Jacuzzi. There is also a bathroom that you can access directly from the beach that stretches out in front of you or the pool inside the villa. It's great that you can wash it off in the shower after playing on the beach. It also has a roof terrace, so you can enjoy watching the starry sky with the whole family at night ♡

When traveling with children, you tend to carry a lot of luggage. This hotel has a full range of services to help you in such situations. It is possible to rent equipment for children, and there is a wide variety of equipment available. You can also rent water guns and sandbox sets that you can play on the beach! This will make preparing before your trip a lot easier!

Approximately 15 minutes by car from Miyako Airport. Ferris Villa Suite Miyakojima Ueno, located on the south coast of Miyakojima, has a total of 12 villas, all of which are fully equipped with heated private pools, kitchens, furniture, and home appliances. "Hakuai Waiwai Beach" with its pure white sand is also nearby. Relax and enjoy the ocean with your family on a quiet beach where you might even see sea turtles if you're lucky.

There are two types of rooms. You can choose between one- and two-bedroom rooms. This photo shows a two-bedroom guest room that can accommodate up to seven people. It also has a Japanese-style room, so it's recommended for families of three generations staying together. Please enjoy your stay at a villa that is a bit different from a hotel with your whole family ♪ Children's goods are also available for rental.

Why not enjoy some time with your family over a BBQ meal? Breakfast and dinner are not included at the hotel, so you can enjoy cooking in the kitchen, renting a BBQ grill, and making your own arrangements. Please enjoy a feast made with Miyakojima ingredients in a different setting than usual!

*There is a charge for BBQ grill rental.

"Central Resort Miyakojima" is located in the center of Miyakojima. It consists of two buildings, the main building and the new building, with the new building opening in June 2021. The new building is recommended for those traveling with children! We also have Japanese-style rooms and Japanese-Western rooms, which are rare in the central area. Having a Japanese-style room makes it easier to sleep comfortably and change diapers. There are souvenir shops and restaurants within 5 minutes from the hotel, so it's very convenient. Access: Approximately 15 minutes by car from Miyako Airport.

This photo shows a Japanese-Western style room in the new wing. It has two beds and a tatami-mat relaxation space, and can accommodate up to four people. The new wing also has barrier-free rooms with minimal steps. This makes it easy for parents to keep an eye on their young children.

This hotel also provides indoor wear and pajamas for children, so you can bring less luggage with you. They also offer rental beach equipment. After playing a lot, you can relax on the rooftop terrace. Burn the beautiful scenery of Miyakojima, such as the sunrise and sunset, into your memory.

Miyakojima has many sightseeing spots that you can't experience on a daily basis. If you stay at a hotel that has Japanese-style rooms, a children's space, and rental items for children, you and your child will have a comfortable stay. We hope you and your family will enjoy your stay with lots of smiles.