[Tokyo] 5 Hotels with Character Rooms for Family and Kids

Precious childhood time that seems long but short. I'd like to give them experiences that are unique to that time of the year, such as traveling and going out, but it's quite difficult right now. Then how about staying at a hotel near your house? Recommended is a hotel with a "character room" with a popular character as a motif♡ You can enjoy an extraordinary feeling without having to go far, and you can make unforgettable memories.

This time, we will be introducing rooms featuring characters beloved by people all over the world, such as "Hello Kitty," "Pokemon," "My Melody & Kuromi," and "Koala's March." The story begins the moment you open the door. Surrounded by cute characters, enjoy a special, dream-filled family trip. Let's take a look at the character rooms at each hotel.


*The accommodation prices displayed in this article may differ from the accommodation prices for the character rooms introduced here. Please check the official website for details.

If you love Hello Kitty, try staying at the Asakusa Tobu Hotel. There is a Tobu Hotel original "Hello Kitty Room", which is exciting. There are two types of rooms: the Sakura-themed "Sakuratennyo Room" and the Japanese-themed "Japanese Modern Room". This is the room of "Sakura Tennyo". In the midst of the cherry blossoms in full bloom, Hello Kitty dressed as a celestial maiden will welcome you. The tatami mats in the tatami room are pink, and the lighting has a cherry blossom motif.

Hello Kitty dressed in a kimono welcomes you into the "Modern Japanese" room. The Bordeaux color scheme creates a chic atmosphere. Traditional motifs such as Japanese umbrellas and hemp leaf patterns are painted on the walls. The hemp leaf pattern is said to ward off evil and to pray for the healthy growth of children, so it's perfect for traveling with children!

Breakfast is buffet style at the restaurant "Ichinoichi". You can enjoy hotel-made breakfasts such as rice balls made with your favorite ingredients such as “Asakusa no Tsukudani”, “Shirasu and Wakana”, and “Salmon”, and freshly baked Danishes with the scent of butter. All the menus using carefully selected ingredients are delicious, and you may not be able to stop eating ♡

If you stay in the Hello Kitty Room, you will receive cute amenities such as a mini bag, chopsticks, and a Hello Kitty stuffed animal. The hotel is about a 30-second walk from Asakusa Station on the Tobu Skytree Line, so it's very convenient for sightseeing in Asakusa! After checking out, it would be nice to go sightseeing around Asakusa with Hello Kitty.

MIMARU TOKYO GINZA EAST is an apartment hotel located about 3 minutes on foot from Tokyo Metro Shintomicho Station. If you're a Pokemon fan, you'll want to stay here at least once in the Pokemon Room! A huge snorlax that jumps into your eyes when you enter the room! You will want to dive towards the round belly unintentionally. Children will be delighted because there are many Pokemon characters on the wallpaper. How about playing a Pokemon name guessing game with the whole family?

All rooms are equipped with a kitchen, separate washbasin, and bathroom with bathtub. Accommodates up to 6 people (4 adults and 2 children (up to 6 years old) sharing a bed) and the price is per room, so it's perfect for a family trip! Celebrating your children's birthdays and anniversaries here will create wonderful memories ♡

Of course, the plates and mugs also have monster ball motifs. The Pokémon world is sprinkled throughout even the smallest details, and the excitement continues for a long time. Another great feature is that you can receive original novelty goods exclusive to guests. Please spend a dream-like time surrounded by many characters.

*Novelty contents are subject to change.

The walls in the hallway are also a must-see. Popular Pokemon such as Pikachu and Kairyu are available! It's also good for taking photos. The carpet, doors, dining table, etc. are chicly decorated in black, creating an atmosphere that is comfortable for guests of all ages and genders. There are also MIMARU hotels in Kyoto and Osaka, so be sure to book a hotel near where you live.



*Accommodation fee for "Pokémon Room (official)": 77,900 yen (tax included, member price, price variable) / 1 room

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Lotte City Hotel Kinshicho is about a 1-minute walk from JR Kinshicho Station. This is a group hotel of Lotte Co., Ltd., which is famous for the phrase "lover of the mouth." Therefore, you can stay in a room with the motif of everyone's favorite "March of the Koalas". The duvet cover is just like a koala ♡ We also offer free crib rentals, so you can enjoy your stay at the hotel with your baby.

There is also a ``Koala's March Room (Waltz-chan ver.)'' featuring a girl koala. It's fun to see which room you'll be in on the day of the event. The curtains in both rooms have 365 types of koalas drawn on them, and there are also ``cecal koalas'' and ``eyebrow koalas,'' which are hard to find in sweets. Try searching for it with the whole family as if you were on a treasure hunt.

The koala designs are also on the loungewear and towels, which are very cute. If you sleep in a room like this, you might have a lively dream where koalas appear. You can also take home the amenity cups that are exclusive to the Koala's March Room. It's nice to be able to take home memories.

For breakfast, you can enjoy the hotel's exclusive "Koala March Pancakes." Serve with the thick and sweet maple syrup ♡ The whole family will be smiling while looking at these cute pancakes with a smiley face. Even children who normally eat little will eat a lot from this cute koala♪


*Accommodation fee for "Character Room": 10,000 yen (tax included) ~/person (when occupies 2 people)

Mitsui Garden Hotel Ueno, located just a two-minute walk from JR Ueno Station, has a relaxing room surrounded by pandas, the most popular animals at Ueno Zoo. Panda items are placed throughout the room, so animal-loving children are sure to be delighted! If you stay here after visiting Ueno Zoo, you can immerse yourself in the world of pandas for a long time.

From large pandas to small pandas, the panda patterns with gentle expressions are original designs exclusive to the hotel. Surrounded by special pandas that can only be seen in this guest room, let's relax not only your body but also your mind ♪ Parents can also relax.

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The rooms also have original designed coffee cups and shower curtains, so you can feel like you're with the pandas no matter where you are in the room ♪ The shower in the bathroom is a massage shower. Take good care of your mind and body as you work hard at housework, childcare, and work.

The Panda Floor has a variety of room types, including "Panda Superior Twin," "Panda Superior Queen," "Panda Standard Twin," "Panda Moderate Queen," and "Panda Moderate Double," so you can choose the room that best suits your travel needs. No matter which room you choose, you're sure to have a thrilling time surrounded by cute pandas.

Breakfast is served buffet style from the Italian restaurant "Il Chianti." You can enjoy as much as you like of a variety of dishes, including pasta, which has become synonymous with Chianti, as well as baked eggplant with cheese, special soup, lasagna, and more! For salads, we recommend adding their popular homemade dressing. The wide selection of Italian dishes is sure to give you a boost of energy in the morning♪

At Keio Plaza Hotel Hachioji, you can stay in the My Melody Kuromi Room. This is the first room in Japan to feature the concept of My Melody and her self-proclaimed rival Kuromi! The cute pink and purple colors of the room are sure to get both children and adults excited. If you stay here on your way back from Sanrio Puroland, you'll be able to immerse yourself in the world of the characters.

The interior is filled with My Melody and Kuromi as far as the eye can see! Hearts, skulls and other My Melody and Kuromi motifs are scattered all over the place, making the whole family feel like they've jumped into the world of the characters♪ Sleeping in bed surrounded by My Melody and Kuromi is sure to bring you happy dreams♡

The room also has a cute raised space. Again, the two-tone color scheme of My Melody's pink and Kuromi's purple is very cute and grown-up. Relax and chat on the spacious sofa while watching the characters...♪ Enjoy a luxurious space and relaxing time to the fullest. There are also My Melody and Kuromi in the bathroom ♡ There are so many photogenic spots that you won't be able to stop taking photos!

The Keio Plaza Hotel Hachioji also has a Hello Kitty Room. This Princess Hello Kitty room is an original design exclusive to Keio Plaza Hotel Hachioji. It's a room that fans will love. Spending time in a luxurious space surrounded by Hello Kitty is sure to create lifelong memories for the whole family!

This room is also filled with Hello Kitty. No matter where you look, it's filled with cuteness in every direction, making it feel like you're in a dream world. Be sure to take lots of photos with your favorite Hello Kitty.

For breakfast, enjoy a Japanese and Western buffet at the restaurant "Le Clair." The chef will cook the omelettes right in front of you, so it's sure to be a fun time for the kids too. You can eat as much as you like of whatever you like, so the whole family is sure to be very satisfied.

Character rooms are full of individuality, ranging from rooms that will delight children to rooms that will soothe adults. Even if you can't go out for a long trip, you can enjoy the extraordinary feeling to your heart's content by staying in a room surrounded by characters. Please spend a memorable moment full of smiles with your family ♡