[Around Lake Yamanaka] 10 hotels recommended for families with children. Have fun relaxing in nature ♪

Lake Yamanaka, one of the Fuji Five Lakes, is a recommended travel destination for families who want to spend a relaxing time with their children. It is an area where rich nature spreads out in front of the majestic Mt. Fuji. Nearby are Fuji-Q Highland, Oshino Hakkai, which changes its appearance depending on the light, Forest Adventure Fuji, where you can enjoy athletics in the great outdoors, and the fairy-tale world of Yamanakako Teddy Bear World Museum. It is full of sightseeing spots that parents and children can enjoy together, such as ``.

After enjoying a day filled with the five senses in the enchanting natural surroundings, why not soothe your body and mind at a hotel with a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji and the sparkling lake? Spending time at a child-friendly hotel with outdoor activities in the great outdoors, onsen that are gentle on baby's skin, and a kids' room will surely bring smiles to the faces of the whole family on this trip. Let's take a look at some of the best hotels for families with children near Lake Yamanaka!

Hotel Mount Fuji is located about 15 minutes by car from Yamanakako IC. The hotel is in a great location with the tranquil Lake Yamanaka in front of you and the majestic Mt. Fuji to your right. They also hold experiential programs that pique your children's curiosity, such as stargazing and flying squirrel watching, led by nature guides who are experts on Mt. Fuji and nature. For families with children who are still crawling or toddling, we recommend the Japanese-Western Suite Room, which has a spacious 72.9㎡ space with a low bed and tatami mats.

For dinner, you can enjoy a buffet-style dinner featuring healthy, locally produced dishes, a children's course menu, and Japanese and French cuisine that focuses on seasonal ingredients. For breakfast, you can enjoy a Japanese-Western buffet at The Garden Cafe, which has an open atrium and a panoramic view of Mt. Fuji outside the windows (a set menu may be served depending on the situation).

You can see Mt.Fuji and Lake Yamanaka at the same time from the open-air bath, which is the pride of the hotel. The big mountain in front of you will get the kids excited. Children who are still in diapers are not allowed in the bathtub, but there is a baby bath, so it's safe to bring your baby along. There is also a "Louryu Sauna" and a "Mist Sauna", so it's a good idea to spend a relaxing time relaxing by yourself.

There is an indoor pool in the building for a fee. It is great for parents with playful children to have a place to escape to when the weather is too bad to enjoy playing outside. There is also a onsen pong table, which is a must-have for hot springs, so having some fun with the whole family is sure to create some great memories!

Fuji Marriott Hotel Lake Yamanaka is located about 15 minutes by car from Yamanakako IC. All rooms are over 41㎡ and are spacious and comfortable. There is a wide variety of rooms, including Japanese-Western style rooms, Japanese-style rooms that are safe for families with babies, spacious rooms with hot onsen, and rooms where you can stay with your pet dog. You can choose a room that suits your family's style. In addition, they provide child-sized yukata, and they also rent out baby beds and bed guards.

meal are served at Grill & Dining G, which has an impressive open window. Depending on the season, you can choose your main course from the buffet, which includes dishes made with locally produced pork and beef, as well as venison and horse meat, and fresh local vegetables. The buffet makes it easy to try ingredients and dishes that you don't usually have a chance to eat, and it's a great way to teach your children about food. There are children's menus, as well as chairs and baby cots available.

Another big attraction of Lake Yamanaka is that there are many activities that parents and children can enjoy together. By canoe or water bus, you can see spectacular views that can only be seen at Lake Yamanaka. Activities that satisfy both the stomach and the soul, such as the hand-made hoto udon experience, are also popular with parents and children. After playing a lot, please relax and soothe your fatigue in the smooth alkaline hot onsen. There is also a table tennis table in the hotel, so you can enjoy a table tennis tournament with your family after taking onsen ♪

Located just off Kawaguchiko IC, the Highland Resort Hotel & Spa is the official hotel of Fuji-Q Highland. Inside Fuji-Q Highland is Thomas Land, a dream world for Thomas-loving kids. Traveling to and from the park is convenient, and families with small children will be pleased to be able to return to the hotel for a break between playtime activities.

There are rooms called "Character Rooms," including Thomas, Lisa, Gaspard, and Naruto. If you stay in a room with your favorite character, you can enjoy not only your time in the park but also your time at the hotel! In some rooms, you can receive gifts such as the hotel's original Thomas drawstring bag, cup, and key chain.

After playing to your heart's content, your stomach will be rumbling! There are several restaurant options, but our number one recommendation is the buffet-style Fujiyama Terrace, which can be booked on the official website. With over 80 different dishes that incorporate a balanced mix of local and seasonal ingredients, it's sure to satisfy both adults and children. For an additional fee, you can order a "Thomas Special Plate," and the tableware is also Thomas merchandise, which will excite children who love the place. In addition to breakfast and dinner, the lunch buffet is also popular, making it the perfect place to fill your stomach between play sessions.

Fujiyama onsen, located next to the hotel, is free for guests to use. The large public bath where you can enjoy natural onsen is equipped with a large granite bath, an open-air bath, a jet bath, and a onsen. You can blow away the fatigue from having fun at Fuji-Q Highland in the hot springs! Moms who are feeling a little tired can also try the beauty treatments. There are various menus such as aroma lymph treatments and intestinal therapy. While dad is watching the kids, you can refresh your mind and body at the beauty salon.

"Mt.Fuji onsen Hotel Kaneyamaen" is about 15 minutes by car from "Kawaguchiko IC". It is a tasteful hotel in a space rich in nature where fireflies fly in the summer. You can choose a room that suits your family style, such as a room with a large terrace deck or a room with an open-air bath where the whole family can relax.

If you stay in a room with an open-air bath, you can enjoy the bath without worrying about the time or the people around you. Some rooms have a view of Mt. Fuji from the open-air bath, which is sure to be a special experience for children too. Relax in the bath and soothe your travel fatigue.

The garden pool is also open in the summer ♪ It's the best playground for kids. The water depth is 1.05cm and 75cm. If your child is out of diapers, you can enjoy it. The great thing about it is that it's only for guests, so it's not crowded! Taiko drum shows and magic shows are held at night. You can spend a day without getting bored with the powerful sound of the drums and the heart-pounding magic.

The open-air bath Mt. Fuji is recommended for families with children who are out of diapers. Bathing in the hot spring while looking out over Mt.Fuji to the foot of the mountain will be an unforgettable memory. There is also the “Large Public Bath Akafuji,” which has an open-air bath with a sleeping bath and a sauna. Also, if you want to enjoy it with the whole family, we recommend the "garden footbath". A healing spot in a large garden of over 20,000 tsubo. Enjoy nature while listening to the chirping of birds and seasonal flowers while taking a walk.

For breakfast, enjoy as much as you like of the buffet♪ The omelettes, made with Momiji eggs from Tanabe Keiran, an egg shop at the foot of Mt. Fuji, are cooked right in front of you, so you can enjoy them fresh. There are also other dishes that can only be enjoyed here, such as Mt. Fuji's famous water tofu and local Yamanashi noodles. It's nice to be able to enjoy local foods for breakfast! Be sure to try the taste comparison of Oshino Soba and Koshu Hoto♪

Forest Resort Yamanakako Shuzansou is located about 7 minutes by car from Yamanakako IC. This hotel is located in "Mama no Mori" on the north shore of Lake Yamanaka, where you can spend a quiet time surrounded by lush greenery. You can feel the refreshing breeze of the forest, and just relaxing in the spacious and calm room is refreshing.Children up to 2 years old can stay in the same bed free of charge, and we also have cute yukatas for children. Seeing your cute child in a yukata is a relaxing time for moms and dads.

You can enjoy Mt.Fuji from the public bath. It's a luxury to be able to see the real Mt.Fuji, not just a public bath painting! "Benifuji no Yu", which has a high reputation as a famous hot spring, has an alkaline spring quality that makes your skin smooth after bathing! I can expect a beautiful skin effect, so I'm happy for moms who usually put off their skin care ♪

For meal, you can choose from a variety of course menus, including seasonally changing dishes and creative Japanese kaiseki cuisine, as well as a wide selection of wines. Children's meal service is also available.

There is a shop in the building that sells Yamanashi 's specialty products. It's convenient for you to look for souvenirs during your stay. You can also purchase the hotel's original wine, so be sure to take a look. There is also an observation deck on the top floor, where you can view the nature surrounding Mt. Fuji. Enjoy the view that unfolds before your eyes with the whole family.

Fujishoen Hotel is located about 5 minutes by car from Yamanakako IC. Located approximately 1000m above sea level, this inn boasts a perfect location surrounded by calm Lake Yamanaka and majestic Mt. Fuji. There are 112 rooms in total, including Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western rooms, rooms with a view of Lake Yamanaka and rooms with a view of Mt. Fuji, all of which have a quiet atmosphere. Children's bath clothes are also available in different sizes. There is also a coin-operated laundry room, so you can quickly wash your children's laundry, which tends to get dirty.

The one and only suite room with a view of Lake Yamanaka is a spacious Japanese-Western style room, perfect for families. Tatami mats are a great way to relax when traveling with small children. The room also comes with a onsen bath, so you can enjoy onsen in your room. Enjoy onsen with your family without worrying about others around you!

As of September 2023, the hotel only offers a room-only plan without dinner. There are plenty of restaurants around the hotel, including local restaurants where you can enjoy the local dish ``Hoto'' and family restaurants that are convenient for families with children. I love that you can decide flexibly to suit your mood, your stomach, and your child's mood.

onsen is attractive for its private hot spring source and lava bath. You can see Mt. Fuji from the open-air bath, and enjoy the magnificent scenery that changes not only with the seasons but also with the time of day. onsen is an alkaline simple spring that is also known as a "beautiful skin bath." It's a great way for mothers to recharge their bodies with healing and moisture. Enjoy a relaxing time in onsen while looking out at the natural scenery.

VISION GLAMPING Resort & Spa Lake Yamanaka is a glamping facility located in a natural location overlooking Mt. Fuji. In the private space of a dome-shaped tent, you can enjoy an open-air bath and sauna, and spend a special time under the stars, so you can enjoy an extraordinary experience with your family. The resort also offers suite-style rooms and tents where you can stay with your pet dog. In the evening, you can feast on Italian BBQ made with local ingredients. Enjoy a stay that combines relaxation and adventure.

The guest rooms are spacious dome-shaped tents, offering a private space perfect for families. They also have an open-air bath, so you and your family can enjoy a relaxing bath without worrying about others around you. At night, you can spend a special time together as a family while gazing at the starry sky.

After enjoying the nature around Lake Yamanaka, you can fill your stomach and your heart with an Italian BBQ using local ingredients. BBQ is an activity that the whole family can enjoy, even kids love it. There is also a junior BBQ for elementary school children and a kids' plate for toddlers, so you can relax and relieve the fatigue of everyday life in the open-air bath and sauna. With a great location overlooking Mt. Fuji, the whole family is sure to have a smile on their face!

"PICA Yamanakako" is about 10 minutes by car from "Yamanakako IC". A cottage-style hotel where you can fully enjoy nature with the smell of the forest and the sound of the wind. It's nice for families with children because there is a distance from the surroundings, so you can spend a relaxing time without worrying about your surroundings. There are several types of cottages with different themes depending on how you stay.

You can enjoy the view of greenery from the glass-walled room, which gives off a warm wooden vibe, so you're sure to have a pleasant time. It's a refreshing experience that you can't get in your daily life! Even if the kids are noisy, mom and dad won't have to worry about it in the cottage. The whole family is sure to have a great time.

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It is also recommended to spend time at the common space "Hammock Cafe" on the premises. You can enjoy light snacks and drinks. Swinging in a hammock with your child among the trees, feeling a sense of unity with nature, you will find yourself in a dream... Why not spend some relaxing time that you don't usually get to do, such as taking a nap or reading a book?
*There is a winter closing period. Please see the official website for details.

"Yamanakakohanso Hotel Seikei" is about 10 minutes by car from "Yamanakako IC". You can enjoy sports and nature walks at the hotel located in the rich nature at the foot of Mt.Fuji and the shores of Lake Yamanaka. In the vast grounds of 10,000 tsubo, you can discover things that are completely different from the usual park play. I'm glad. If you are an elementary school student, you can rent a samue, a crib, and a bed guard.

Dinner is served at Restaurant Seikei or the Outdoor Rice Cooking Area. At Restaurant Seikei, you can enjoy Yamanashi's local dish "Pumpkin Houtou" and Fujigane Pork Shabu-shabu depending on the season. Elementary school students can enjoy the same menu as adults, while children can enjoy a children's lunch plate with Western food such as hamburger steak and fries. Chairs and tableware for children are also available, so you can meal in peace.

All baths in the hotel onsen. The hot water pumped up from Mt. Fuji's underground water contains a lot of vanadium and magnesium. It has a reputation for being soft to the touch and warming to the core of the body. There are chairs, soaps, and toys for children in the bathhouse, and there is also a baby bed in the dressing room, so you can enjoy bathing comfortably even with children.

There is also a rental cycle that elementary school students can ride, and if you are staying at the hotel, you can rent it for free for one hour, so cycling around Lake Yamanaka with parents and children is also recommended. In addition, there are plenty of hands-on activities such as canoeing and amphibious vehicle tours where you can enjoy a little thrill. A little adventure will lead to your child's growth! There is also a table tennis table and a gymnasium that you can rent out, so even if it rains, you can still get some exercise.

"Panorama Inn Yamanakako" is located about 5 minutes by car from "Yamanakako IC". This is a quiet inn located on the shore of Lake Yamanaka, where you can enjoy the soothing view of Mt. Fuji from the lobby. Children will be delighted with the view of the large and beautiful Mt. Fuji. Parents will also be able to spend some relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

You can choose between Western-style and Japanese-style rooms, and this special Japanese-style room is a 12-tatami room with a wide veranda. Even if you have a baby who crawls, you can relax and feel safe. Children's yukata and slippers are provided for children, so you can reduce the amount of luggage you need to bring.

The meal served at the restaurant are made with locally-sourced, seasonal ingredients, and are full of flavor. For older children, a kaiseki-style meal is served, while for younger children, meal are served on plates like this one. Children will be delighted with the beautifully presented meal.

There is a kids' room in the building where children can take a break. Parents can take a break and enjoy the free coffee service in the lobby while keeping an eye on their children. We also recommend renting bicycles for both adults and children and cycling around the shores of Lake Yamanaka, rich in nature, with the family. There is also an artificial onsen rich in minerals, and a baby bed in the changing room, so you won't have to worry about taking care of your baby. What's more, the women's bathhouse also has a bath for children and infants, which is great!

How was it? Surrounded by calm Yamanakako and majestic Mt. Fuji, this lakeside resort is perfect for families who want to spend a relaxing and relaxing time! Enjoy delicious food unique to Yamanashi, feel the magnificent scenery and wind, and refresh yourself on a family trip♪ It will be an unforgettable trip for both children and moms and dads.