Gero Onsen’s 14 Best Hotels & Ryokan for Family Trips, With Private Baths and In-Room Dining

Do you think that there are not many places where children can play in onsen areas? In addition to hot onsen, Gero onsen in Gifu has many other spots that you can enjoy with your family! If you stop by Gero onsen Gassho Village, which has a slide with a total length of about 175 meters, and Hida Kosaka Woody Land Fureai no Mori, where you can try making Baumkuchen and catching fish, your kids will have a trip full of memories! Moms and dads can forget their daily lives and refresh their minds and bodies♪

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When taking a trip to onsen with small children, there are a lot of points to consider, such as whether you can bathe with them or whether there is a children's meal menu. But don't worry, there are inns in Gero onsen that offer children's lunches that children will love and private baths that you can use with your children. There are also inns that rent out baby supplies, making it the perfect place for your child's first onsen experience. Adults can enjoy gourmet food made with Hida beef and local ingredients, making it a trip that will satisfy the whole family.

Hotel Kusakabe Armeria, located on a hill in the onsen town, is a resort-style hotel about 2 minutes by car from JR Gero Station. We are happy to not only provide free transportation from the station, but also to Gero onsen Town! This hotel is fully equipped with facilities such as a pool, beauty salon, and game corner.

There are a variety of guest rooms, including Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western rooms, and Asian Japanese-Western rooms (photo), so you can choose one that suits your family's style. Japanese-style rooms are safe for babies who are crawling. Children's amenities such as bath towels, face towels, toothbrushes, yukata robes, and slippers are provided for children aged 3 and over (may vary depending on plan). This is great for travelling with children as it reduces the amount of luggage you need to bring!

From the open-air bath on the 8th floor, you can see the entire cityscape of Gero onsen. It's a truly spectacular view. You can take a bath anytime except during cleaning time, so it's a good idea to come early in the morning when your family is asleep. On a clear day, you can even see the sunrise, so you'll feel energized in the morning. There is a ``after-bath salon'' in front of the open-air bath with a view, where you can enjoy ice cream, draft beer, soft drinks, etc. for free. Children will love the ice cream after taking a bath!

There are 3 restaurants on-site that you can take your children to. The buffet also has chocolate fondue, and is full of ideas that both adults and children can enjoy! All restaurants provide children's chairs and tableware, so children can enjoy their meal stress-free. You might be tempted to take a look at the ``live buffet'' where meat dishes, sushi, etc. are prepared right in front of your eyes.

It's okay even if it rains and you have to stay indoors. The in-house game corner has not only the latest games, but also games that will make parents and moms nostalgic, so let's play together as a family ♪ If you enjoy it and feel like a kid again, you'll definitely be refreshed. It is also recommended as a meeting place after taking a bath.

If you want to enjoy sightseeing in the onsen town, head to Kisoya, which is about 5 minutes by car from JR Gero Station. There are four footbaths within a 10-minute walk, including ``Miyabi Footbath'' and ``Yuami Footbath,'' and you can also access onsen town in about a 5-minute walk. The kids space is full of toys and play equipment that give you the warmth of wood! It will stimulate your child's inquisitive spirit. There are also toys for sale at the shop, so buy your favorite toy as a memento of your trip.

The guest rooms are relaxing, with standard Japanese-style rooms of 8 tatami mats and 10 tatami mats. Some rooms even have an open-air bath. It's nice that they also provide a wide range of amenities, such as yukata for children, face towels, bath towels, and toothbrush sets (may vary depending on the plan). They also provide heated baby food and hot water for milk, so moms and dads can stay without worry.

The large public bath is covered with tatami mats! It's nice that it's not slippery and the soles of your feet don't feel cold. Depending on the time, the women's large public bath can also enjoy a rose bath made from pesticide-free roses. It's gorgeous and exciting ♡ The inn has yukatas for children that range from about 100cm to 140cm, so taking commemorative photos with the whole family after bathing will be a memorable experience!

There is a baby cot in the changing room and a baby bath in the public bath. It's nice to be able to enjoy a rose bath with your baby.

Bosenkan, which is about 5 minutes by car from JR Gero Station, is located right in front of the river, as the name suggests! There is a Japanese garden of approximately 1,100 tsubo within the hotel, where you can enjoy the scenery of each season. It is also recommended to take a relaxing walk with your family. There is also a free shuttle bus depending on the time, so please take advantage of it.

There are Japanese-style rooms with 10 tatami mats, 15 tatami mats, 22.5 tatami mats, and a Japanese-style room on the top floor, so you can choose one that suits your family's style. You can also view the Hida mountains from the veranda. The spectacular view will surely help you soothe your travel fatigue. There are also rooms with open-air baths, Japanese-Western rooms, and detached rooms with open-air baths. For kids who love trains, we recommend Sansuitei, a detached room with an open-air bath facing the Hida River, where you can see the JR line crossing the iron bridge.

There are two types of private baths: rock baths and cypress baths. Tired moms and dads can soothe their mind and body in the cypress bath surrounded by the gentle warmth of wood.The large public bath is open 24 hours a day. Please try using this as a relaxing time for adults after the children have gone to sleep.

The large public bath for men is also equipped with a shallow bath for children! You can play with duck and frog toys So, it's a good idea to ask the father to bathe the child. There is also a bath for children in the large public bath for women. There are baby cots in the men's and women's changing rooms, and bath chairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis, making it easy to take a bath with children. .

Dinner is served in a private room at a restaurant. You can concentrate on meal without worrying about other people's eyes. Since it is a tatami room type, you can put your baby to sleep even if he or she falls asleep. Adults can enjoy local products such as Hoba miso and Hida beef, while infants can enjoy a delicious children's lunch full of menu items that children will enjoy.

For families who love onsen, Ogawaya is recommended. There are 5 large public baths with different styles and 9 private baths in the main building and annex, so you can enjoy touring the hot springs to your heart's content. Of course, it's fresh from the hot spring source♪Access is about 3 minutes by car from JR Gero Station. There is also a round-trip shuttle bus, so you can easily get there. You can check out in your room, so there is no need to wait at the front desk.

TONERIKO is a room with an open feel that combines Scandinavian and Japanese tastes. This is a Japanese-style room with a natural onsen and a twin bed, facing the mountain/city side. The low bed makes it safe for babies. Adults can also stretch their arms and legs and relax in the tatami room. Perfect for families of up to 4 people.

The ``tatami bath'' with about 100 tatami mats is also a must-try. It is characterized by being soft and non-slip underfoot, and it is also nice that the soles of your feet do not get cold. Since it is slightly alkaline, it can also be used for bathing babies. There are baby cots in the men's and women's changing rooms, so it's easy to change your baby's clothes.

After a relaxing bath, it's time for the long-awaited dinner. Children can order a kids' lunch, small udon noodles, or chawanmushi. Children's menus require advance reservations, so please contact the inn directly. Adults can enjoy visually appealing dishes made with fresh local ingredients. The Hida beef used is of A4 grade or higher. Enjoy the delicious food that can only be found here.

There is also a large souvenir shop inside the building! They have a wide variety of souvenirs, so you can buy one for yourself or for your partner, such as for your workplace. Being able to do everything in one place is great for busy travelers with children.

Suimeikan is recommended for families who want to be active. There is an outdoor pool with a space for children, an on-site game corner, and an indoor onsen pool, making this an inn where you can enjoy a cozy stay even when the weather is bad. It's about a 3-minute walk from JR Gero Station, making it easy to access even with children.

Suimeikan has three different buildings along the Hida River, as well as a detached building called Seiranso. One of the three buildings, Rinsenkaku, has rooms with indoor onsen baths in all rooms. With onsen in your room, mom and dad can relax and enjoy onsen without worrying about the people around you.

There is also a luxurious large bath where the ceiling, walls, and pillars are all made of cypress! You will be captivated by the beautiful architecture. We also have baby chairs and cribs for bathing, so it's safe to take a bath with your baby. There is also a bedrock bath within the facility, so you can work up a good sweat and refresh yourself.

For breakfast, enjoy a Japanese and Western buffet at the restaurant. There are about 30 Japanese and Western dishes on offer, including seasonal pasta, soup, grilled fish, boiled tofu, and dashimaki eggs. The fluffy French toast that is easy for children to eat is also popular. There are also plenty of drinks including rich Hida fruit juice! On this day, adults should also pamper themselves and eat plenty.

If you want to enjoy a onsen trip away from the hustle and bustle of the city, go to Yunoshimakan. It's about a 5-minute drive from JR Gero Station, and there's a free shuttle bus that runs on a scheduled schedule, making it easy to access even if you're traveling with children who have a lot of luggage. A relaxing inn with a quiet space where you can hear the chirping of birds. The main building is an early Showa era building that has been designated as a tangible cultural property. We have accommodations for families with children, such as in-room dining and rental of baby goods, so you can have a relaxing stay.

Yunoshimakan has four buildings: the main building, Keizanso, annex, and Mizanso, and each room has either an indoor bath or an open-air bath. If you're traveling with small children, we recommend Keizansou, shown in the photo, which has a semi-open-air bath. All meal private dining in-room dining Children's meals can also be prepared. You can also rent baby chairs and coufans, so both children and adults can concentrate on meal ♪ I'm happy that they also prepare baby food and diapers for free ♡

The bath in your room can be used as an indoor bath by closing the window on chilly days, and on sunny days you can enjoy the feeling of an open-air bath♪ onsen uses the source water directly from the source, not only for the bathtub but also for the shower. Please fully enjoy the hot springs of Gero, which are said to be ``hot springs for beautiful skin.''

The Tembo large public bath and the open-air bath with a view are also must-sees. You can see Gero onsen and the Hida mountains below. With a feeling of openness, you can forget about the busyness of everyday life and refresh yourself♪ There are 4 family baths in the entertainment building. The retro door and mosaic towels are full of atmosphere.

The hotel also has a table tennis field. Enjoying table tennis in a yukata will make you feel like you're going on onsen trip! `` Yunoshimakan'' is a complex structure consisting of several buildings connected together. There is also a stamp rally that goes around the facility. People who collect all the stamps will receive a special gift. There are cedar and cypress trees that are hundreds of years old in the courtyard, and it's a fun place to walk around the grounds.

``Oedo Onsen onsen Premium Gero Shinkan'', which has bright rooms that all face south, is about 5 minutes by car from JR ``Gero Station''. There are 9 free shuttle buses a day, so be sure to time your trip accordingly. You can choose between a Japanese-style room or a Japanese-Western style room in the spacious rooms.The location overlooks the Hida River, and on a clear day you might even see a sky full of stars.

There is also a yukata corner in the building, where you can rent yukata and slippers not only for adults but also for children. A photo of the whole family in yukata is sure to be a memorable photo ♡

meal are buffet style for both breakfast and dinner. With a variety of dishes to choose from, from popular classics such as roast beef and Neapolitan-style pizza to local flavors such as grilled hoba miso and freshly fried tempura made with Hida mushrooms, it's a meal time that both children and adults can enjoy. will come true♪

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They also provide baby food, so if you have a baby with you, please ask the staff. The buffet holds seasonal food fairs. It's an inn that you'll want to visit again and again just for the food.

Suihoen is about a 5-minute drive from JR Gero Station. If you have 2-3 people, a Toyota Classic will pick you up and drop you off. Adults and children will both be excited. The main building is also great for families with children. It's also within walking distance of Ideyu Morning Market, where you can find local specialties, and Gero Onsen onsen Village, which has a replica of a Gassho-style house. It's a great location for sightseeing while taking a stroll with your children.

There are a total of 17 guest rooms, including those with open-air baths and villas. If you are traveling with children, we recommend a room with an open-air bath. You can relax in the bath with your family without worrying about others around you. Some rooms have views of the mountain range known as Gero Fuji from the open-air bath, so children can enjoy bathing with them too. If the room also has an indoor bath, you can take a bath with your children depending on the weather. Some rooms are also barrier-free, so you don't have to worry about your children tripping over steps. You're sure to find a room that suits your family.

From the open-air observation bath, you can see Mount Gero Fuji and the townscape of Gero below. Both mom and dad will be very satisfied with the magnificent location. The private bath is a luxurious space where you can enjoy both the indoor bath and the open-air bath. It is spacious enough for the whole family to use. The private open-air bath is filled with microbubbles, which are likely to have a relaxing effect!

The course always includes a dish of Hida beef. The rice, which is made from Gero rice and cooked in a clay pot, is plump, shiny and delicious ♡ It's sure to satisfy everyone from children to adults. You can enjoy freshly cooked food in-room dining or at the meal, leaving you full in both your stomach and your heart. After dinner, head to the library lounge. It's fun to pick up a book that interests you while sipping on a free drink ♪

For breakfast, you can enjoy rolled eggs made with eggs laid that morning from chickens raised in the garden. Enjoy freshly cooked "Hatsushimo" rice from Gifu Prefecture, which is attractive for its beautiful appearance and chewy texture. It's great that the ingredients are all safe to feed to children. Eat your fill and recharge your energy for the day.

Gero onsen Yamagataya is accessible by a free shuttle bus from JR Gero Station and has rooms with open-air baths, making it a great place for families with children. Founded in 1804, this historic inn is located along the Hida River. It's also attractive that it's only a 1-2 minute walk from Gero onsen town. From inside the inn, you can enjoy the seasonal scenery, which is sure to provide a relaxing stay. You can also see the train line, so it's sure to be a fun stay for children.

This is "Kaze no Izanai", a guest room with an open-air bath where you can stay with children. With a retro-modern concept, you can feel the Japanese and Western flavors, such as the folk art-style lattice shelves and fluffy twin beds. There is an open-air bath made of Shigaraki ware on the terrace. Feel the Gero breeze while looking out at the Hida River, relax in the bath without worrying about your surroundings, and feel refreshed.

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Also noteworthy are the services that are great for families. They provide yukata and slippers for children, so we recommend taking commemorative photos of your family in yukata. It will surely become a memorable memory of your trip (*Depending on the plan, there may be a fee). They also provide cakes and bouquets of flowers for children's birthdays and other celebrations (*fees apply). Please check with the hotel in advance.

The baths in your room are nice, but please also visit the private open-air bath “Hoshikago” where you can see the Hida River. The murmuring of the river, the trees that change with the seasons, and the twinkling stars... Forget about the busyness of your day, and spend time with your family here to nourish your energy for tomorrow.

The Hida beef served at dinner is so tender it melts in your mouth! There are many other dishes on the menu that use plenty of vegetables grown in the Hida region. There are also children's lunches with dishes like chicken rice and fried shrimp. Take family photos with dishes that can only be found in Gero, and make more wonderful memories from your trip.

Momijikan Annex Wanpakutei is about a 5-minute drive from Gero Station. Many of the staff are dog-loving and this inn allows guests to bring their dogs along. In addition to the Western-style rooms, there are also Japanese-style rooms and rooms where you can in-room dining with your dog. Children will be happy to be able to spend time with their beloved dog. There are also plenty of dog-friendly amenities, including a dog litter box, trash cans with lids, poop bags, pee sheets, and more. This is a great service for those traveling with children, who tend to have a lot of luggage.

For dinner, in-room dining enjoy a charcoal-grilled kaiseki meal at Wanpakutei Restaurant, or a dinner buffet at our sister hotel, Almeria. At the charcoal-grilled kaiseki meal, you can enjoy plenty of A5-grade Hida beef. Children's lunches are available for small children, so children can smile when they see their own menu. You can also request meals for your dog by making a reservation in advance.

You can enjoy Gero onsen in the large public bath's indoor bath and open-air bath. If you take a deep breath while soaking in the hot water in a space surrounded by greenery, your daily fatigue and worries will be blown away. At night, be healed by the beautiful starry sky. Even if you stay for 1 night or 2 days, you can soothe your body to the core in onsen and enjoy delicious Hida food, and you'll return home recharged.

Kawakamiya Kasuitei is about 5 minutes by free taxi from Gero Station. You can see the trees from every room and feel the changing seasons. There are 16 rooms in total, including suites with open-air baths, guest rooms with large TVs, and semi-suites facing the courtyard. You can also stay a little longer with check-in at 2pm and check-out at 11am. You can get ready in a relaxed manner even in the morning when you tend to be hectic.

You can enjoy Gero onsen in the large indoor bath, open-air bath, and private open-air bath. We recommend making a reservation for the private open-air bath at check-in. Enjoy the spacious private open-air bath, which also has an arbor, without having to bathe with your family. There is a wooden deck next to the open-air bath building, so it's a nice place to cool off after taking a bath.

Dinner is a multi-course meal that changes monthly. Depending on the time of year, you can enjoy a total of 11~13 dishes that make use of Hida ingredients, including Hida beef. It's also nice to be able to choose rice or porridge for breakfast. We use delicious rice "Mikazuki" grown in the Hida area. meal The place is a private room, so you can enjoy it without worrying about the surroundings and without getting into the water.

If you want to minimize travel during sightseeing, why not stay overnight in Gero onsen Town? "Fugaku" is an inn located about 10 minutes walk from JR "Gero Station". All of the 10 to 12 tatami-sized guest rooms are located along the Hida River, offering views of the changing seasons. You can also get a shuttle from the station if you make a reservation in advance. "Sagi no Footbath", which is said to be the first to be built in Gero onsen can be accessed in about 3 minutes on foot. It's also a perfect base for sightseeing, as it's about a 5-minute walk from the Gero onsen Museum.

meal and breakfast can in-room dining. Also suitable for warming baby food He will do it for you. Children's chairs are available for rent, so the whole family can relax and enjoy meal. There is also a karaoke room in the hotel that you can rent out, so you can sing to your heart's content with your family!

Dinner is made with ingredients unique to Hida. Depending on the season, you can also enjoy the inn's popular menu item "Hida Beef Grilled with Miso Leaf," which uses the chef's special miso. The delicious food is sure to satisfy both mom and dad's stomach and their hearts. You can also order a special children's lunch like this one. You can also order a celebratory cake, so it's perfect for birthdays and wedding anniversaries. Advance reservations are required for children's lunches and cakes, so please contact the inn directly.

The inn has two private open-air baths that require reservations. This is a luxurious bath where you can enjoy onsen flowing directly from the source in a Shigaraki ware bathtub. If you want to enjoy bathing without having to worry about time and with your family, consider choosing a room with a bath with a view. The large observation bath has an indoor bath and an open-air bath for men and women, and is also equipped with massage machines. It will soothe the tiredness of moms and dads who work hard every day ♡

"Hanarenoyado Tsukinoakari" is about a 5 minute walk from Gero Station. Please check in at our sister hotel, Gero Royal Hotel Miyabitei. The appeal of this is that all the rooms are separated, so you don't have to worry about other guests. The rooms are spacious and open, ranging from 85㎡ to 140㎡. All rooms have a luxurious indoor bath, open-air bath, and footbath. Here you can enjoy onsen in your room without having to go to the public bath.

This is a 140㎡ deluxe type detached house. Entering through the entrance, there is a Japanese-style room, a living room, a Western-style room, an indoor bath made of Mino stone, an open-air bath, and a footbath.The spaciousness makes you feel like you are in a vacation home. There is also a maisonette type with stairs that children will enjoy. It can accommodate up to 6 people, making it perfect for 3-generation travelers.

meal will be served at the Japanese restaurant ``Suigetsu.'' You can enjoy it privately in a private room. Satisfaction with Kaiseki cuisine that incorporates Hida ingredients and seasonal seafood, including A5 rank Hida beef ◎ Even if you are a family with children, you may be a little worried about a luxurious place, but here you can enjoy onsen without worrying about your surroundings. You can also enjoy meal.

Yukai Resort Gero Saichoraku Main Building is about a 10-minute walk from Gero Station. There is also a free shuttle bus, so be sure to check the times if you plan to use it. The rooms range from compact sizes to Japanese-style rooms that can accommodate up to 7 people. The facility is fully equipped with facilities such as a karaoke room, internet desk, manga corner, table tennis, footbath, and a shop. There are many cute colored yukata in the yukata corner, so you can choose from them. We also have smaller sizes available.

Dinner and breakfast are ``local premium buffet.'' Homemade roast beef, bamboo steamer, and a live kitchen showcasing the chef's skills. Gero City's local cuisine ``Chicken-yaki'' and ``Hida Takayama Ramen'' are also available! I also love brightly colored sweets. Breakfast includes Japanese and Western food, as well as bread, yogurt, and fruit. Even if your child only eats desserts, they will want to indulge on this day.

The public bath is open 24 hours. For children, take a bath early before dinner, and for adults, relax after putting the children to bed. There is also a sauna. If you take a soak in Gero Onsen, which has been called one of the ``three famous onsen in the world'' along with Arima and Kusatsu, your daily fatigue will melt away in no time.

Gero onsen is full of spots that the whole family can enjoy. Even if you're traveling with children, which can mean a lot of luggage, if you stay at an inn that offers services for children, you can go out with both your luggage and your heart lighter. If you stay at an inn that has a private bath or onsen that children can enter, both mom and dad can refresh themselves. Go on a memorable trip.