9 Family-Friendly Ryokans with Japanese-Style Rooms in Kobe

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 (Japanese-style inns) with mainly Japanese-style rooms and services that are great for families with children. You can feel at ease even if it's your first time traveling with children, as ryokan provides baby chairs and amenities for children, and provides meal that accommodate your child's allergies. In this article, we will introduce recommended accommodations in Kobe for families with children, 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 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.

``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?

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 ♪