Traveling to Kobe with kids: 13 recommended ryokan and hotels with Japanese-style rooms for families

Arima onsen, is the oldest onsen resort in Kobe. There are many ryokan that are popular with families and are child-friendly, so we recommend giving your child a onsen debut at Arima onsen. In addition, accommodations in the "Shin-Kobe / Sannomiya" area have good transportation and easy access to major sightseeing spots such as "Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall" and "Kobe Maritime Museum/Kawasaki World". Both children and adults can enjoy it, and it's sure to be a memorable trip!

Kobe has many ryokan and hotels that focus on Japanese-style rooms and offer services that are great for families with children. There are ryokan provide baby chairs and amenities for children, as well as meal that cater to children with allergies, so you can travel with children with peace of mind even if it's your first time traveling with children. In this article, we will introduce recommended accommodations in Kobe for families, divided into the "Arima onsen area" and the "Shin-Kobe/Sannomiya area"!

*Information as of September 2023.

“Arima Onsen Arima Grand Hotel” is a popular ryokan located on a hill with a wonderful view. You can enjoy both "Kinsen" and "Ginsen", which have different spring qualities of Arima onsen, which is called a famous hot spring. About 1 minute by shuttle bus from Arima onsen Station. A shuttle bus will come to pick you up if you call from Arima onsen Station, bus stop, or ropeway. This is a great service for families with children who have a lot of luggage.

You can choose from a Japanese-Western room, a Japanese-style room, a Japanese-style twin room with an open-air bath, or a Western-style room. Japanese-style rooms and Japanese-style rooms are recommended for families with children. If you have a room with an open-air bath, you can enjoy onsen with your family without hesitation. Bath chairs and baby chairs are available for rent, so your baby will be comfortable in the room. You can also request to warm baby food and disinfect the tableware with boiling water, so it's safe to travel with a young baby. For a fee, a baby cot and bed assist are available.

If you have allergies, you can request a special menu that excludes the seven allergy-causing ingredients. Please contact the hotel at least three days in advance. You can use the facility with peace of mind even if there are limited foods you can eat. For breakfast, in addition to the buffet at the venue, you can enjoy standard Japanese or Western dishes in your room. A delicious breakfast will give you energy in the morning♪

Hyoe Koyokaku is one of the oldest ryokan in Arima onsen. Hyoe is said to be named after Lord Toyotomi Hideyoshi. They actively lend out amenities for children, and are popular as ryokan that welcomes families with children. Access is about 5 minutes on foot from Arima onsen Station. There are 150 free parking spaces available, so it's easy to use even if you're traveling by rental car.

Guest rooms are mainly Japanese-style rooms. Guest rooms in the West Wing offer a warm atmosphere for a relaxing stay. Also, on the top floor of the West Wing, there are guest rooms with open-air baths that are great for families with children. If you make a reservation for the private open-air bath service of Kinsen, which is great for onsen lovers, you can use it for a fee. There is a baby chair in the public bath, so it is also recommended for babies to make their onsen debut.

You can enjoy banquet meals and buffets using seasonal ingredients. Kaiseki meals sometimes feature local ingredients such as Kobe beef. If you have children with you, we recommend in-room dining so you can meal without worrying about them. This is also a good option if you are worried about your children making noise.

``Arima onsen Miyukiso Hanamusubi'' can accommodate all ages, so it is also recommended as a first destination for babies. The inside of the hotel is designed with barrier-free in mind, making it perfect for three-generation travelers. We have won the Rakuten Travel Award, and our attentive hospitality is very popular among families. Access: Approximately 10 minutes walk from Arima onsen Station. There is a service that will pick you up from Arima onsen Station or any destination within Arima onsen, so it is very convenient when traveling with small children.

The recommended room for families with children is the "Suite Room with Open-Air Bath." There are five types of rooms available, so please choose the one that best suits your group size and how you want to spend your time. The open-air bath is a golden spring, so you can relax in onsen with your family.

Children from 3 years old to elementary school age are served a children's meal. Adults can enjoy meals with a menu that changes once a month. Each dish is served individually, allowing for a luxurious meal.

Kobe Arima onsen Genyu Ryusenkaku is a popular ryokan in Arima onsen that offers a wide range of services for babies. For over 10 years, they have been working to become a child-friendly inn, so they are accustomed to supporting travelers with children. Access is about a 10-minute walk from Arima onsen Station. You can also request a shuttle service at check-in and check-out.

There are Japanese-style rooms available, but families looking to relax should definitely try the "Family Suite," which is over 73 square meters in size. In addition to rooms with open-air baths, the Family Suite "Hyotan" also has a kids' loft. There are also rooms equipped with kids' bouldering ♪ You can just imagine the joy on the kids' faces. You can enjoy our private hot spring without worrying about others, so you can spend a relaxing time with your family ♡

The facility also has a pool and a "kids' corner." There is a games corner and a picture book room, so even on bad weather days, your children will be in a good mood. There are toys that adults will also find interesting, such as "Arima onsen Sugoroku" and "Seahorse Abacus," and they can play together. The "Baby Room," which is fully equipped with convenient items for making milk, is available at night.

For younger children, we recommend the "Children's meal" or the "Baby Meal" which is a baby food platter. Chairs for children are also provided so parents and children can enjoy meal together. Another great point is that dinner can be enjoyed in the privacy of your room! Depending on the season, parents who work hard every day can enjoy dishes such as "Kobe beef steak" or "Kobe pork shabu-shabu hotpot." Take your time to enjoy the reward menu.

Arima onsen Gekkoen Korokan is a scenic hot onsen ryokan overlooking Mount Ochiba. Its location is close to Arima onsen town, and allows you to relax in nature. The green surroundings make it perfect for families. The view from the large windows is overwhelming. It will pique your children's curiosity. Access is about 5 minutes by free shuttle bus from Arima onsen Station. This is a great service for families with lots of luggage.

There are a variety of options for guest rooms, mainly Japanese-style rooms, as well as rooms with open-air baths and Western-style rooms with twin beds. The rooms with open-air baths in particular are perfect for family trips, as children can enjoy onsen at their own pace without worrying about others around them. All rooms are equipped with air purifiers, and there are also rental services for diaper cases, baby baths, baby chairs, and other items, both paid and free of charge, so be sure to inquire at the inn in advance.

You can enjoy a large public bath and an open onsen air bath with their own hot spring water from Kinsen. Listening to the murmuring of the Takigawa River will soothe the body and mind of adults, and will be an extraordinary and fun memory for children. There are also three private baths with different themes, including a cypress bath, a cave bath, and a wine bath. Relax in onsen with just your family, without worrying about the people around you. In the post-bath salon, you can also enjoy a free glass of beer during limited hours. This unexpected little treat will help you blow away the fatigue of your daily life.

The dinner course includes Kobe beef and other ingredients from Hyogo. Although there is an additional charge, the children's meal are also very luxurious. You can enjoy a children's udon set, a children's lunch-style bento box with hamburger steak, and other kaiseki meals for children that rival those of adults. Allergy-friendly options are also available, so you don't have to worry. These luxurious dishes that you can't enjoy at home are sure to become special memories of your family trip.

"Arima onsen Arima Royal Hotel" is a onsen inn conveniently located about a 7-minute walk from Arima onsen Station. The retro exterior enhances the travel mood. The interior has been renovated, and contrary to the retro exterior, it is very clean and comfortable. Tourist spots such as Yusen Shrine are also nearby, so you can go for a quick stroll and take a walk. Children will be excited to take a walk through a different townscape than usual. You can enjoy Arima onsen 's famous hot onsen, "Kinsen," and there is also an open-air observation bath on the rooftop where you can enjoy the starry sky.

Approximately one-third of the guest rooms have a semi-open-air bath, and there are also large rooms that can accommodate up to eight people. For families in particular, the spacious Japanese-style rooms and rooms with open-air baths are recommended. Diaper bags and baby chairs are available for rental so that even those with babies can have a comfortable stay. Although it is not a hot onsen, the rooms with open-air baths have the added benefit of allowing children to bathe at their own pace without worrying about the people around them.

At Arima Royal Hotel, you can enjoy Japanese cuisine incorporating local seasonal ingredients for both breakfast and dinner. If you choose the in-room dining plan, you can have meal in-room dining, you can enjoy meal with your family in a private dining room. In addition, for an additional fee, a luxurious children's lunch like the one in the photo is available! Children will surely be delighted with food that rivals that of adults. Special menus can also be requested to accommodate allergies, so you don't have to worry if there are limited foods you can eat.

“Arima Gyoen” is ryokan where you can enjoy natural golden hot springs with your family. There are plenty of baby goods available for rent, such as kids' chairs, baby baths, and diaper buckets. It's also ryokan first ryokan in Arima onsen to be designated as a 'designated store that handles Kobe meat,' and it's known for its delicious food. It's about a 3-minute walk from Arima onsen Station. Because it is near the station, it is easy to move around and is ideal for traveling with children.

Guest rooms are available not only in the main building, but also in the annex and Fuyo Sanso. Most of the rooms are Japanese-style rooms, but there are also rooms with open-air baths, so it is recommended that there are many room options depending on the budget and the number of guests. Amenities for kids such as cute character towels, toothbrushes, and body soap are also available♪

meal can be prepared for people with allergies, so please inquire before your stay. The children's lunch, which includes desserts, wieners, and other menu items that children like, is very popular with families with young children. For adults, we recommend dishes using delicious Kobe beef.

“Arima Kirari Hotel” is ryokan with “Arima onsen Taiko no Yu”. With 26 types of baths, it is recommended for families who want to enjoy a trip to Kobe with a focus on onsen ♪ Access is about a 7-minute walk from Arima onsen Station. The free parking lot is convenient even after check-out.

If you have children, we recommend the Japanese-style rooms. Some of them are modern Japanese-style rooms with tatami flooring that resemble a full moon. The room door is touch-sensor type, so it's easy to open even if you're holding a child! Keys are provided for several adults, so it's convenient when you want to enjoy onsen separately.

meal are served at "Kirari's New Japanese Cuisine," a harmonious blend of Japanese and Western cuisine. You can enjoy a seasonal menu using local ingredients. In the morning, there is a buffet, so everyone can enjoy their favorite menu. There are also tamagoyaki (rolled omelet), bread, and fruit available, which are easy for children to eat.

"Choraku" is an inn where you can enjoy Kinsen and Ginsen in open-air baths and indoor baths. Since there are only a few rooms, you can receive attentive service even if you are traveling with children. Access is about 10 minutes on foot from Arima onsen Station. I can ask for a free pick-up from the station, so it's a friend with children ♪

The guest rooms are mainly Japanese-style rooms, but there are rooms with various designs, such as one-room suites with wide verandas, two-room suites, and rooms with open-air baths. You can enjoy the beautiful nature from your room, and the atmosphere changes with the seasons. There is also a 40 tatami mat room with an open-air silver hot spring bath that can accommodate up to 10 people, perfect for trips of three generations or relatives.

meal are served with both seafood and mountain produce that will satisfy both children and adults. Ingredients that are characteristic of the Kobe area, such as Kobe beef and Tamba vegetables, are very popular! There is also a children's lunch for children.

Taketoritei Maruyama is about a 15-minute walk from Arima onsen Station. Direct buses are available from Osaka, Kyoto, and Sannomiya to Arima onsen, so it's easy to travel with children and lots of luggage. During your stay, you can enjoy the two types of hot springs at Arima onsen in a private bath or in a room with onsen. In addition, private meal rooms are available for dining, making it perfect for those who want to relax in a private space.

There are a variety of types of guest rooms, mainly Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western style rooms, and Japanese-style rooms with open-air baths. Rooms with open-air baths are especially recommended for families with children. The appeal is that children can enjoy onsen at their own pace without worrying about the people around them. In addition, children's futons, diaper bags, bath chairs, Bumbo, children's toilet seats, and other items are available for rental, making it comfortable for families with babies and children. Numbers are limited, so it's best to contact the inn in advance for added peace of mind.

The open-air baths in the guest rooms are of course recommended, but be sure to check out the private baths where you can enjoy two types of hot spring water, "Kinsen" and "Ginsen"! There are eight private baths in the hotel, and all of them can be used free of charge. Enjoy some relaxing time with your family at a great price. The private space makes it perfect for your baby's first onsen experience. onsen time with just the family will be relaxing and will also be an unforgettable memory.

There are plenty of child-friendly services available for meal too. meal in private dining rooms allow you to enjoy time with your family without worrying about others, so it's safe for families with children. Allergy-friendly meal can also be prepared if you ask in advance. There is also a microwave on the first floor, which is convenient for heating up baby food. Services that will make the whole family smile, and satisfy both stomachs and hearts, for a happy meal.

``Ryotei ryokan ISAGO Kobe'' is ryokan that welcomes children. It is approximately 15 minutes by car to Meriken Park and approximately 30 minutes by car to Kidzania Koshien. It's about a 3-minute walk from Shin-Kobe Station on the Shinkansen, so it's convenient when visiting Kobe by Shinkansen.Recommended if you want to enjoy sightseeing in the surrounding area.

There are several Japanese-style rooms that are popular with families, and an added bonus is that all rooms are equipped with air purifiers. There are also plenty of comfortable facilities such as refrigerators and TVs, so the whole family can relax.

meal The "Kobe Beef Dinner" is a kaiseki cuisine where you can taste the highest quality Kobe beef. The family will instantly smile as they enjoy the flavorful meat that has been aged in the perfect temperature from 0 degrees Celsius until the meat freezes. for younger children. For older children, try the "Children's B Lunch" with a choice of sukiyaki, shabu-shabu, or steak as the main dish. It is a luxury for elementary school children to be able to taste the deliciousness of Kobe beef.

This inn is convenient for sightseeing in Kobe, as it is about a 4-minute walk from Kobe Port Tower and about a 4-minute walk from Kobe Nankinmachi. Even if your child falls asleep because they are tired of playing, this location allows you to easily carry them back to your accommodation. Inside the hotel, there is a large public bath where you can enjoy several types of hot water, as well as a bedrock bath, so moms and dads can soothe the fatigue of their travels. It is also attractive that there are plenty of baby items that can be borrowed for free, such as baby soap, baby bathtubs, bath chairs, and baby bottle sterilizers.

There are Japanese-style and Western-style rooms available, so you can choose the room you like. All rooms are equipped with air purifiers with humidifiers. Children's work clothes and slippers are also provided, so your kids will be in the mood for traveling. However, please note that you will need to use the large public bath and shared toilets.

There is a children's area in the rest area in front of the public bath, where children can play with picture books and toys to keep them from getting bored. There are also about 1,000 manga books, so even slightly older kids can enjoy them. Draft beer and light snacks are available in the rest area, so why not enjoy a drink with mom and dad after taking a bath while the kids play?

Kobe Portopia Hotel is a resort hotel perfect for family trips and is easily accessible, about 20 minutes by shuttle bus from Sannomiya Station. Located on Port Island, the hotel has two guest rooms, the main building and the south building, and features spacious rooms. There are many tourist spots in the area that both children and adults can enjoy, such as Kobe Port Tower and Meriken Park, so you will never get bored. After enjoying sightseeing, relax at the hotel.

The hotel offers a variety of rooms, including suites, the "Executive Floor" for a special stay, and Japanese-style rooms, all with spectacular views. The "Family Japanese-Western Room" is especially child-friendly, and is certified as a baby-welcoming inn, so even babies and small children can stay here with peace of mind. Baby beds can also be requested, and the hotel has taken great care to ensure that the whole family can stay comfortably. Customers have also commented that the rooms are "clean and well-cleaned."

The hotel is also fully equipped with a pool and sauna, so you can refresh yourself. The pool is especially popular with children, and there is a shallow pool so they can play safely. There is also a large public bath, so it is great for families with children as you can finish bathing at the same time. Parents and children can enjoy it together, so the whole family can spend a relaxing time.

The next morning, we had a breakfast buffet at the restaurant. A wide variety of dishes using local ingredients were lined up. There was a wide selection, including a children's menu, so the whole family would be satisfied! You'll be able to start your day off right.

In Kobe, there are many ryokan that welcome families with children, where you can enjoy the beauty of Japanese-style rooms. With services that bring smiles to both children and adults, you can refresh your mind and body to make your trip even more fulfilling. It will be a memorable family trip for children! Please check out ryokan that everyone is interested in and use it by all means ♪