Travel with children. Hokkaido ・13 recommended hotels in Asahikawa

Hokkaido A family trip to Asahikawa. It will be an exciting trip where some of the little ones may experience flying for the first time. Asahiyama Zoo" where you can see lively animals, "Morimori Park" where you can play on indoor playground equipment, and "Clark's Horse Garden" where you can experience horseback riding, there are many sightseeing spots for families to enjoy!

Choosing a hotel is important to make your trip to Asahikawa enjoyable. If a hotel has amenities and meal for children, or a play space for children, you can stay with peace of mind. This time, we will introduce such child-friendly hotels, one near Asahikawa Station and one where you can relax with a large communal bath!

Traveling with children is difficult, so I would like to reduce the distance as much as possible. We recommend a hotel near the station. In front of the station, there are drugstores, shops selling children's clothing and miscellaneous goods, and restaurants that are kid-friendly, so you don't have to worry if you have a little problem. First, let's check out hotels that are easily accessible from Asahikawa Station.

"Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa" is in the best location, just a 2-minute walk from the east exit of Asahikawa Station. Less movement is really helpful for children who tend to have a lot of luggage. There are convenience stores and AEON in the surrounding area, so shopping is not inconvenient. There is also a natural onsen, a buffet with more than 50 types of food, and a children's space, so the whole family can relax.

This is a Japanese-Western style room. There is a tatami space, so even small children can stay here safely. Baby cribs are also available for rent. Some rooms have train views because it is so close to the station! Children who love trains will be delighted.

The hotel boasts a hot onsen complex, "Minapirika no Yu". There are various baths such as carbonated springs, jet baths, electric baths, and stone pot baths. In addition, from 14:00 to 22:00, there is a post-bathing service where you can enjoy soft drinks, a soup bar, a sake corner, and ice cream for free. Parents and children paradise, paradise ♪

On the first floor there is a kids space where small children can play safely. A dream world for children, with toys such as mini jungle gyms, swings, play sets, and picture books! It is also helpful when it is difficult to go outside on rainy days.

OMO7 Asahikawa by Hoshino Resorts is a 13-minute walk from Asahikawa Station. It takes about 50 minutes by airport bus from Asahikawa Airport, and the terminal station is in front of the hotel, so it's easy to access from the airport. This is the lobby lounge "OMO Base". There is also a neighborhood map and a library corner, which is convenient. Children will be thrilled by the natural design of Asahikawa and the welcome drink that comes out of the faucet on the wall.

Photo courtesy of: OMO7 Asahikawa by Hoshino Resorts (https://omo-hotels.com/asahikawa/)

All the rooms are colorful and exciting. For families, we recommend the Japanese-Western style rooms. There is also a tatami area, so it is perfect for families with crawling babies. The rooms are themed around the cute animals of Asahiyama Zoo, so you can enjoy a fun stay at the hotel while still feeling like you are at the zoo. Children will be delighted by the rooms filled with animals! Some rooms even have penguin-themed games, so the whole family can have fun.

Image provided by: OMO7 Asahikawa by Hoshino Resort (https://omo-hotels.com/asahikawa/)

Sauna Plateau is a hot bath facility where you can also enjoy a sauna. It is a bright and spacious facility where you can experience various baths such as sleeping baths and bubble baths, and children will be delighted. There are stuffed animals in the lounge where you can relax after the sauna! Have your child take pictures with animals. In the evening, you can take turns taking turns taking a bath in the sauna.
*Children can use it after their diapers are taken off.

Image provided by: OMO7 Asahikawa by Hoshino Resort (https://omo-hotels.com/asahikawa/)

A colorful and delicious breakfast buffet that will blow away your drowsiness as soon as you see it! Waffles with potatoes kneaded into them can be enjoyed as meal with salmon, or as a dessert with fruit and cream. There are more than 20 kinds of bread and colorful vegetables, all of which are easy to eat even for small children.

"Premier Hotel -CABIN-Asahikawa" boasts an excellent location, about a 3-minute walk from Asahikawa Station. Although it is located in the center of Asahikawa, it is also recommended that there are full-fledged natural onsen facilities. With Japanese-style rooms, amenities for children, and a breakfast buffet, it's a family-friendly hotel.

There are not only Western-style rooms, but also Japanese-style rooms, so everyone can lay out their futons and sleep comfortably. The Japanese-style room has an indoor natural onsen bath, so you can take a bath with your baby. This is a Hollywood-type bed that is attached to the bed, so it is easy to sleep together. You can also rent bed guards, so please inquire in advance. In addition to providing work clothes and amenities for children, it is also nice to be able to borrow picture books ♪

The large public bath is a natural onsen that you can use as many times as you like during your stay. There is also a sauna and bubble bath, so it is a full-fledged facility. You can slowly heal the fatigue of a long trip. A hotel with excellent cost performance, where you can use a large public bath on par with a super public bath. Recommended for families who like onsen.

Dairy farming and agriculture are thriving in Asahikawa, and fresh seafood is also available, making it a city where you can enjoy a lot of delicious food. For breakfast, you can enjoy a buffet full of dishes made with local seasonal ingredients such as rice delivered directly from contracted farmers, Asahikawa soy sauce ramen, and sashimi. Panoramic view overlooking the city and Daisetsuzan. Thank you for the scenery.

Art Hotel Asahikawa is located about 5 minutes by car or 15 minutes on foot from Asahikawa Station. There is a direct bus stop from Asahikawa Airport right in front of the hotel, so it is very convenient. What's more, elementary school students and younger can sleep in the same bed for free, which is also attractive and easy on the wallet. In addition, all rooms are equipped with air purifiers and humidifiers, and the buffet restaurant has a menu for children, making this a hotel that is friendly to families.

This is a "comfort triple" that can accommodate up to 4 people. Cribs and bed guards are also available for rent. There are also Japanese-style rooms, so even if your baby is crawling or just starting to walk, the gentle tatami mats will give moms peace of mind. Children's pajamas, slippers, and toothbrushes are also provided, so you can reduce your luggage and save space for souvenirs in your bag.

There is a spa "Alpa" equipped with a good balance of hot water and hot air baths, such as two types of saunas and jacuzzis, sleeping baths, and low-temperature baths for relaxation. Guests can enter at a discounted rate (preschoolers are free). The low-temperature bath in the photo is about 30°C, so even children who don't like hot baths will enjoy it as if it were a pool.

For breakfast, the buffet at Hokkaido Sky Terrace MINORI on the 15th floor is popular. You can start your morning overlooking Asahikawa city! There is also a kids corner with menus that are popular with children. Children may want to come back again and again to experience the opportunity to pick and eat what they like.

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“Natural onsen Kamui no Yu Dormy Inn Asahikawa” is located in a good location, about 10 minutes on foot from Asahikawa Station, and is a hotel with attractions such as natural onsen and a small bowl breakfast buffet that boosts immunity. Even though it's in the middle of the city, the parking lot is large and easy to park, so it's recommended for families traveling by car.

There are Western-style rooms with spacious beds, such as double rooms and queen rooms, but if you are traveling with children, we recommend the Japanese-Western room. There are two beds, but two futons are also provided, so it is easy for large families to stay, and it is also helpful that you can choose according to the child's rhythm. Amenities such as pajamas, toothbrushes, and body sponges are also provided.

Speaking of "Dormy Inn", it's a natural onsen with an open-air bath! The large public bath on the top floor has ultra-soft water in the indoor bath and a natural onsen in the open-air bath. Super soft water is said to make your skin smooth. Chairs and buckets for children are also available, so you can take them with you with peace of mind. After taking a bath, it would be nice to let the children choose their favorite manga in the manga corner.

A luxurious breakfast that will make you sleepy! Each hotel in the Dormy Inn Group has a "local specialty dish", but in Asahikawa, this "Gokai Mori Kaisendon"! A lot of side dishes are served in small bowls, so you can save the trouble of sorting them out. Omelettes and tempura are prepared on the spot by the staff, so you can enjoy them freshly made. There are tableware for children, and they eat by themselves, so mothers can concentrate on their own meal.

Directly connected to JR Asahikawa Station! Directly connected to Aeon Mall! "JR Inn Asahikawa" is a hotel in a good location. No need to walk around with your child in the rain or heat. You can also buy rice, baby food, diapers, etc. at the food court, making life on the road smoother. Depending on the room, you can see trains, so it is recommended that families with train-loving kids make a request in advance.

Preschool children can sleep in the same bed for free! If you plan to sleep in the same bed as your child, we recommend the "Economy Double" where the three of you can get along in a row. Also, with the exception of some rooms, the toilet and bathroom are separate, so you can give your child a bath just like at home.

On the other hand, I want to finish bath time with the whole family at once. In such a case, go to the large public bath. Children will be delighted by the unusually large bathtub♪After bathing, cool down with a free drink in the guest lounge, where about 500 manga and magazines are lined up. Before returning to the room, stop by the "Pillow Corner" and get a pillow that fits your child's body, then go into a dream...

"Y's HOTEL (Y's Hotel) Asahikawa Ekimae" is located next to JR Asahikawa Station, and the bus stop for Asahiyama Zoo and Asahikawa Airport is right in front of you. A convenience store is also conveniently located within a 30-second walk. Location that train can see from guest room. Room time, which tends to be boring for children, is safe with train view and Wi-Fi.

After having fun at the tourist spots, take a break in the large public bath and sauna. The large public bath is not only fully stocked with amenities for mothers such as cleansing lotion and milky lotion, but it also has a coin laundry, which is a nice feature! It's great that you can wash your kids' clothes right away even if they get them dirty. This makes traveling lighter possible.

In the morning, power up with a breakfast buffet using ingredients unique to Hokkaido! From local gourmet dishes unique to Hokkaido to Hokkaido rice "Kitakurin", freshly baked bread and desserts, you can whet your appetite from the morning. It seems to be a very satisfying breakfast for both white rice and bread people.

"Hotel Amanek Asahikawa" is about a 3-minute walk from JR Asahikawa Station. There is a drug store on the first floor, which is reassuring. There is an open-air bath with a view on the top floor of the hotel, and on a sunny day, it is a scenic spot where you can see the Tokachi mountain range. For those traveling with children, who find it difficult to move around, it is a great point to be able to enjoy the scenery from the hotel without having to go out to high ground spots.

The rooms are inspired by the white birch trees that color the scenery of Hokkaido, and are filled with gentleness and warmth that will make you feel relieved. For families, we recommend the 30㎡ "Deluxe Twin" or the "Standard Triple" where you can sleep in the shape of a river. You can watch YouTube, Abema, and Hulu on the TV in your room, so your kids will never get bored.

A luxurious breakfast buffet that will bring smiles to both adults and children who are usually in a bad mood in the morning. There are about 50 types of dishes lined up, mainly using ingredients from Hokkaido. There is a wide variety of options, from sashimi such as scallops, salmon roe, octopus, and salmon to soup curry, roast chicken, and fried vegetables! There are lots of things that children love, such as bread, pizza, and fruit.

Some families may prefer to spend a relaxing time at a hotel rather than sightseeing around. For such a family, we recommend a hotel with a full range of facilities and services. There are many hotels that will make you want to stay even if they are a little far from the station, such as long-established hotels that make you feel like you have traveled back in time, hotels that give you the feeling of glamping, and hotels where you can enjoy a superb view! Let's check it out right away.

Asahikawa Toyo Hotel is conveniently located with access to Daisetsuzan National Park, the hill town of Biei, and Asahiyama Zoo in about 30 minutes by car. Check-out is until 11:00, so you can take your time getting ready in the morning. You can also purchase tickets to Asahiyama Zoo at a discount in advance at the front desk. The rooms have a warm atmosphere with white and brown as the main colors.

Restaurant Yashima is particular about using only ingredients from Hokkaido for breakfast. You can enjoy the bounty of Hokkaido from the morning, such as white rice cooked with Hokkaido 's brand rice "Nanatsuboshi" and stewed Genghis Khan, a specialty of Nayoro, Hokkaido. The children's lunch has many menu items that children will love, such as hamburger steak, fried shrimp, and octopus sausages, so children will be delighted♪ Advance reservations are required, so please ask the inn for details.

There is a convenience store called "Seico Mart" directly connected to the lobby on the first floor. It is open from 6:00 to 25:00, which is a long time, so it is a nice point. If you are traveling with children and run into a small problem such as running out of wet wipes or snacks, it is reassuring to have a convenience store nearby.

In the lobby, children are often left waiting for things like check-in and check-out procedures and family meetings about sightseeing spots, and they tend to get bored. Even in such times, you can rest assured if there is a kids' corner nearby! There are safe toys and picture books that children will enjoy and they can use freely.

Ryokan Senshoen is located on a hill about a 10-minute drive from Asahikawa Station. Depending on the room, you can enjoy a spectacular view overlooking Asahikawa city. Founded in 1938, the charming entrance may make you nervous about whether you can stay with children, but it is a child-friendly ryokan that offers meal for children. Everything in this historic space is new to children! It piques their curiosity.

​All rooms are Japanese-style, so you don't have to worry about being fully booked if you want to stay in a Japanese-style room. Tatami rooms are comfortable to stay in. Some rooms are connected to each other, so children can have fun in the spacious space. Children's amenities and rental items are also available, so you'll be happy with the child-friendly consideration.

Large public bath of "Senshoen" with rustic atmosphere using natural stones. The dynamic rock walls and hot water heated by the cold springs of Takasagodai will invite you out of the ordinary. The large public bath for women has a shallow part for children like this one, which is a nice consideration. There is a baby mat in the large public bath and a baby bed in the dressing room, so bathing with a baby is stress-free!

For dinner, adults can enjoy kaiseki cuisine such as "pumpkin gratin" and small bowls. For breakfast, we have a menu that is easy on the stomach and intestines from the morning, such as rice made with great care by local farmers and seasonal fresh vegetables. It's nice to have children's meals prepared for breakfast and dinner. Children will be delighted with the luxurious dishes just like adults♪

Surrounded by the mountains of Daisetsuzan, "Showa Retro Spa Hotel Takasago onsen" is located on a hill overlooking the streets of Asahikawa. The Retro Shop, where you can enjoy retro games and candy stores, will be renewed in 2021, making it a facility where you can spend a relaxing day with your family. The rooms are mainly Japanese-style, and boast a view. There are also rooms with rock baths, so you can have a relaxing stay.

The name of the hotel is "Takasago onsen". You can also enjoy unusual baths such as "ozone bath", "Chinese herbal extract medicinal bath" and "germanium ore bath". You can enjoy a beautiful night view at night from the open-air bath, and have an elegant time. If you are not confident about taking a bath with your baby, try the family bath (additional charge).

This is the kids corner. There are mini slides, mini jungle gyms, RODY, DVD corners, picture books, etc., so even small children will be delighted! One of the key points when choosing a hotel for traveling with children is that there are facilities where children can play with peace of mind.

​"Retro Shoten" has a corner of nostalgic games such as retro games, candy corner, table tennis table, and air hockey. You can pay for the sweets in the mouth of the beckoning cat.

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"A-GATE HOTEL Asahikawa" is about 18 minutes by car from JR Asahikawa Station. Parking is free and high roof cars are OK. There is a room where you can enjoy indoor camping, and about 5000 comics are lined up, so it is full of playfulness. There is also a kids corner with a kids pool and indoor athletics. You will be hungry after playing. At this hotel, drink bars, sweets, and cup noodles are free! I am glad that it is kind to children and wallets.

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The rooms are spacious and comfortable, with a microwave, refrigerator, and kettle. All rooms have a bath with a washing area, so bathing is easy. In addition to amenities, there are plenty of toys and pajamas for children to rent.

Breakfast is in-room dining all rooms! You can pick it up at any time between 6am and 9am. Children tend to be cranky in the morning. It's convenient to in-room dining without having to worry about the people around you. The set includes a daily main dish such as graham roll, rice ball, bacon sandwich, banana, yogurt, potage, coffee, etc.
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About 40 minutes by car from JR Asahikawa Station, "Morino Yuhana Kagura" is located in the forest adjacent to "Higashikagura Forest Park". In addition to the park where you can enjoy playing water and park golf, all the grounds of the inn, which is rich in nature, are playgrounds for children. Just running around in the vast nature will be the best refreshment. There is also a free shuttle bus from JR Asahikawa Station, making it easy to access even for those who prefer trains.

Mori no Yu Hanakagura is a onsen inn certified by Miki House Child Care Research Institute Welcome Baby. There are lots of thoughtful things that you can reach for itchy places, such as auxiliary toilet seats and body soap for babies. In this guest room with an open-air bath, you can enjoy onsen as much as you like, and adults can also relax. We also recommend the cottages where you can feel like you are in a villa.

Dinner is a Japanese-Western fusion meal. Elementary school students and infants can have a children's meal. It is a luxurious menu filled with all the things children love, perfect for a dinner to brighten up the night of your trip. Breakfast, on the other hand, is a buffet style. Children can eat as much as they like of whatever they like, and they will be in a good mood.

Asahikawa City has many hotels where you can feel safe staying with your children, including ryokan near the station that have amenities for children and inns where you can relax in Japanese-style rooms and large communal baths. Enjoying Hokkaido 's delicious gourmet food is the purpose of your trip, right? Each of the hotels we introduced has its own characteristics. Please choose a hotel based on your family's preferences and use it as a reference for creating wonderful memories.