[Kofu] Relax with the kids! 9 hotels and ryokan recommended for family trips

The kids are getting a little bored with their time at home. I think there are many mothers who are worried that it's time to let their children play outside to their heart's content. At times like these, we recommend traveling to a land full of nature! How about a family trip to Kofu, Yamanashi, which is conveniently located about 2 hours by car from Tokyo?

“Shosenkyo” was ranked first in the “National Top 100 Tourist Destinations Valley Category” and was also certified as a Japan Heritage site. It takes about 20 minutes by car from Kofu Station. You can enjoy hiking while admiring the seasonal scenery from the promenade along the river. You can go by car to the sights of Shosenkyo, so it's safe to bring small children ◎ This area is also famous as the birthplace of domestic crystals, and there are many shops selling natural stone accessories. You can also buy your favorite item as a souvenir of your trip. After enjoying nature, let's rest at the inn♪

About 10 minutes by car from Kofu Station. There is a shuttle bus, and the Kofu Yumura onsen Kofu Kinenbi Hotel is easily accessible by car or train. Based on the concept of an "anniversary hotel," the hotel offers services to meet the needs of all types of guests, including family trips, three-generation trips, and couple anniversaries. There is also a "free rental of baby goods" service, which is especially great for those traveling with children.

Yumura onsen is onsen in Kofu, which is said to have been loved by Lord Shingen Takeda, a warlord of the Sengoku period. The "Yumura no Yu" springs out from within the hotel grounds. Soak yourself in the hot onsen in the large public bath and the open-air bath to soothe away the fatigue of your trip. "Baby bath chair", "shampoo hat", "children's bucket" and "children's chair" that can be used in the public bath are available for free, so you can rest assured even with small children ◎

Have breakfast at the buffet restaurant. In addition to local menus such as ``Hoto'' and ``Tori Motsuni'', there is a live kitchen where you can see a chef preparing the popular ``Fuwattoro Omelet.'' Your child's eyes will be glued to the fluffy omelet that will be cooked right in front of their eyes ♡ In addition, there is a local vegetable soup bar with unlimited refills, so you can recharge your energy in the morning!

In addition to bath goods, there are many free rental goods. "Paper diaper bucket", "step stool", "auxiliary toilet seat", "humidifier" that can be used in meal, "high chair" and "children's tableware" are all necessary for everyday life with children. If you have a "stepping stool" and "auxiliary toilet seat" that are necessary for children who want to do things on their own, they can stay at the hotel without losing their motivation ◎ (*Please contact us in advance for rental)

`` Fruits Park Fujiya Hotel'' offers a panoramic view of the Kofu Basin and Mt. Fuji from all rooms. There is Fuefukigawa Fruit Park next to the hotel, where you can enjoy a variety of play equipment, athletics, and food education experience events. At night, you can enjoy the beautiful night view from the beautiful Fuefukigawa Fruit Park Yamanashi, which has been selected as one of the New Three Great Night Views of Japan. After playing in the park, you can go back to the hotel and relax right away, which is a great relief for families with small children who you don't want to overdo while traveling.

At the hotel's "Cafe Bella Vista", enjoy a fruit parfait filled with plenty of fresh seasonal fruits that change with the seasons ♪ Peaches, grapes, strawberries... be sure to try Kofu's fruits♡

The long-awaited breakfast. At "Western European Cuisine La Collina" you can enjoy American breakfasts, salad breakfasts, and more. There is also a children's menu. Children can have irregular eating habits depending on the day... but at this restaurant you don't have to worry about that! There are several children's menus available based on the amount they can eat, and you can order on the day, so you can rest assured ◎ Also, if your child gets bored with meal, the restaurant provides picture books, coloring books, origami, and more. Adults can also enjoy a leisurely meal ♪

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To make traveling with children more comfortable, a variety of child support items are available. These include air purifiers, diaper bins, humidifiers, and bouncers in the guest rooms, as well as baby baths and baby chairs in the large communal baths. Children's tableware and baby beds are also available in the restaurants. Some items incur a fee, but it's a good idea to inquire in advance to minimize the amount of luggage you need to carry on your trip!

About 13 minutes walk from JR Kofu Station. Although it is a business hotel, it is equipped with a large natural onsen bath with a great view on the top floor and an open-air observation bath. On a clear day, you can see the town of Kofu and even Mt. Fuji from the open-air observation bath! All Western-style rooms are equipped with Simmons beds, and there are also Japanese-style rooms that are safe for families with children.

Amenities for children are also provided. Let's go to the bath with a cute bath sponge ☆

The large communal bath on the top floor is gender-segregated, with indoor baths, open-air baths, saunas, cold water baths, and more that you wouldn't expect at a business hotel. The usage time is from 3:00 pm to 10:00 the next morning. Please enjoy the natural onsen without worrying about the time after you put your child to sleep. There is also a massage chair and manga corner on the same floor, so you can relax after taking a bath. Please heal your usual fatigue ♪

At the breakfast buffet named [Ajimeguri Kobachi Yokocho], small bowls are lined up in rows. Yamanashi's local dish "Wild vegetable hoto" is a menu that can only be eaten in the Kofu area, even at Dormy Inn hotels nationwide ☆ Please take this opportunity to taste it. In addition to small bowls, you can also enjoy freshly baked omelettes and freshly fried tempura in the live kitchen where the staff prepares the food in front of you! Children will be at a loss with a smile at the breakfast with a lot of menus ♡

Traveling with children means a lot of luggage. "Toyoko Inn Kofu Station South Exit 2" is about a 1-minute walk from the south exit of JR Kofu Station. It is in the perfect location to leave your luggage and enjoy sightseeing without having to carry anything. Amenities are charged, but breakfast is free! You can use the money you save to buy souvenirs, etc.

There is a washing machine and a dryer, and the laundry corner is very complete. You can rest assured even if your child suddenly gets their clothes dirty.

Breakfast is a free service. Eat well with your family and recharge your energy to enjoy sightseeing!

"Hotel Kaminoyu onsen" stands on a hill overlooking Kofu. When the weather is fine, you can enjoy the view of Mt. Fuji from the window of your room, and at night, you can enjoy the night view of the Kofu Basin below. You can choose from 3 types of rooms according to your travel style and budget (*Confirm smoking or non-smoking depending on the room type). In addition, "fashionable yukata" is offered free of charge to female customers. Please wear a nice yukata, too ♡

"Kami no Yu onsen" Spring's specialty is the garden with nearly 100 cherry blossom trees, including Yoshino cherry trees, Yoshino cherry trees, and double cherry trees. In the spring, you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing not only from your room, but also from the large public bath and private baths. When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the beautiful cherry blossoms blowing from the top of the open-air bath.♡ The cherry blossom viewing open-air bath will remain in your heart as a beautiful memory of your trip for adults and children alike.

Guests can use the private open-air bath "Kagayaki no Yu" with a superb view for free. It is available 24 hours a day, so please enjoy the view that changes depending on the time, such as the fantastic night view of the Kofu Basin and Mt. Fuji illuminated by the morning sun. In addition, there are 3 types of private family open-air baths, and there are luxurious baths where you can enjoy bathing while gazing out at the seasonal garden scenery.

The convenient location, about 2 minutes walk from the north exit of JR Kofu Station, is a great feature for families with children. Recommended for families is the "twin room", which has two 120cm beds. All rooms use ``Simmons'' beds, and 3 types of ``sleep rental pillows'' are available.In addition, there is free self-service coffee, a free massage chair, and a comic book corner that you can bring into your room, making it a business hotel hotel. We also have a wide range of services to help you relax.

There are about 30 kinds of Japanese and Western breakfast buffets, exciting Yamanashi local cuisine "Hoto", and "Yatsugatake milk" squeezed from the milk of dairy cows raised in Yatsugatake, ♪ which runs from Nagano to Yamanashi north and south. There is also a menu that children like, so it's nice to be able to enjoy what your family likes ☆

A wide variety of amenities exclusively for female guests. It's nice to have the popular "TSUBAKI" shampoo and conditioner, and a curling hair dryer♪

Located about an 8-minute walk from JR Kofu Station, Urban Villa Konaya Hotel is a long-established hotel founded in 1912 that has evolved into a modern, oriental modern hotel. Its attractions include the 24-hour Kofu Onsen hot onsen and rooms with open-air baths where families can relax. As it is located in a commercial area, there are restaurants and convenience stores nearby, making it convenient and comfortable for families.

The rooms include single, twin, and semi-double rooms, all of which are functional and comfortable. The Japanese-style rooms and junior suites with open-air baths are especially recommended for those who want to enjoy a luxurious stay. Laying a futon on the tatami mats and soaking in onsen atmosphere will help you to fully recover from the fatigue of your trip. The open-air baths in the rooms can be used at the child's leisure, without worrying about the people around you, making it a particularly great point for families.

The appeal of this hotel is the natural hot onsen, which is available 24 hours a day. There is also an open-air bath, where you can enjoy the hot spring onsen directly from the source in a resort-like atmosphere. Makeup remover, face wash, lotion and milk are also provided, so it's great to be able to go out lightly! It's luxurious to be able to take a bath in a natural onsen near Kofu Station.

The hotel has a creative Chinese restaurant, "Ran-en," and a French-based restaurant, "Benjarong," where you can enjoy dishes made with Yamanashi 's specialties. The colorful course meals incorporating local ingredients are especially perfect for family meal. Children's tableware and chairs are also provided, so you can have peace of mind. Enjoy a luxurious meal with your children and spend a memorable time together.

Located about an eight-minute walk from Kofu Station, Chateraise Hotel Danrokan is a long-established onsen hotel with over 130 years of history. Despite being in the city, this luxurious facility offers natural onsen that flow directly from the source, and its convenient location for sightseeing and shopping is an attractive feature. onsen, characterized by their black hot spring deposits, will soothe your daily fatigue. The large public bath is made entirely of cypress, creating an atmosphere filled with the scent of cypress and onsen. In the lobby, there is Chateraise ice cream, which is perfect for after a bath! You can eat it for free as many times as you like, so children will be delighted.

There are two types of guest rooms to choose from: Western-style rooms and Japanese-style rooms, and special rooms with open-air baths are also available. The spacious Japanese-style rooms have small gardens, so you can enjoy a private onsen time with your family. The Western-style rooms are equipped with Simmons beds, which will help you get a good night's sleep. For your peace of mind, they also rent out yukatas, slippers, and baby beds for children.

At the hotel's restaurant, "Nishiki," you can enjoy Japanese and Western-style dinners made with local ingredients (reservations required). The whole family can fully recharge their energy here. You can also enjoy Chateraise sweets, so your children will definitely be satisfied! You can also look forward to the cake that comes with the welcome sweets service♪

Located about 10 minutes by car from Kofu Station, Tokiwa Hotel is a historic inn located in Yumura onsen, Kofu, Yamanashi, that has been healing people since ancient times as a hot spring resort. Upon entering the hotel, a magnificent Japanese garden greets you, and at night, bonfires are lit, creating an elegant atmosphere. This prestigious hotel is visited by members of the imperial family and famous shogi players, and the hotel is spacious and offers first-class service.

There are a variety of rooms to choose from, from traditional Japanese-style rooms to Western-style rooms, and even rooms with open-air baths in the annex, so you can choose according to your travel style and budget. Rooms with open-air baths are especially popular with families with children, as they can bathe at their own pace without worrying about the people around them. The spacious rooms will ensure that the whole family can stay comfortable. From the rooms, you can enjoy the beautiful Japanese garden and the night view of Kofu, and the view from the rooms on the sixth floor is particularly spectacular.

The best thing about Tokiwa Hotel is the meal! You can experience the delicacies of Yamanashi through the kaiseki cuisine, which allows you to feel the colors of the four seasons. Dinner is served in a private room, so even those with small children can meal in peace without worrying about those around them. meal for elementary school children and preschoolers are also sumptuous, and will satisfy the whole family. If you are interested, please contact the hotel in advance.

What did you think of the article on your trip to Yamanashi and Kofu? One of the attractions is that there are various accommodations that suit the style and needs of your family, such as hotels that boast a view of Mt. Fuji and the Kofu Basin from your room, and hotels with children's amenities ☆ And above all, Yamanashi is a fruit kingdom where you can taste various fruits throughout the year. Delicious fruits will welcome you, so ♪ please make Kofu your destination this year, where you can enjoy nature with your children.