
Hotels and inns geared toward three-generation travelers have become increasingly popular in recent years due to the increase in family travel. The whole family can spend a relaxing time at an inn with well-equipped facilities and services. Therefore, we would like to introduce the most popular rankings of accommodation recommended for family trips across the country by Tabiiro readers.
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割烹旅館 湯の花荘
Tochigi
Tochigi
割烹旅館 湯の花荘
Kappo Ryokan Yunohanaso is a hospitality inn located within Nikko National Park. All guest rooms face the Hokigawa Valley, and you can enjoy not only the beauty of the valley, but also the harmony of Nikko's mountains and the valley. The hot water is a weak salt spring that is said to be effective against fatigue and women's diseases, and is 100% free-flowing from the source without any heating or addition of water. In addition to the open-air bath and large communal bath, the 8 guest rooms with open-air baths also have hot water flowing directly from the source. In addition, the chef's signature kaiseki cuisine, which changes monthly and uses carefully selected ingredients, and the breakfast, which is so beautiful that you might mistake it for dinner, are also popular.
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楓リゾート 鬼怒川温泉
Tochigi
Tochigi
楓リゾート 鬼怒川温泉
"Kaede Resort Kinugawa Onsen" is a quiet inn in the Kinugawa Onsen area of Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture. Each room is an independent villa-style unit designed to ensure privacy and comfort. All rooms are equipped with a microwave, kettle, and refrigerator, allowing guests to bring in their own food and drinks. Filled with a nostalgic charm, the detached cottages offer a relaxing atmosphere where time flows gently, making guests feel right at home.
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箱根 吟遊
Kanagawa
Kanagawa
箱根 吟遊
An inn in Miyanoshita, Hakone - about an hour’s drive from Tokyo - welcomes guests with a spectacular view unfolding beyond the lobby. The lush green peaks of the Hakone Mountains rise close at hand, creating a grand landscape that instantly evokes a world apart from the everyday. The atmosphere, reminiscent of a luxury resort in Bali, heightens the anticipation for the journey ahead. A soak in the open-air bath on the spacious terrace of the guest room, combined with private moments spent listening to the sounds of nature, gently soothes both body and spirit weary from the bustle of the city.
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箱根湯本温泉 ホテルおかだ
Kanagawa
Kanagawa
箱根湯本温泉 ホテルおかだ
A Japanese-style resort hotel in Hakone-Yumoto featuring abundant hot spring water from five natural sources. A total of 13 bathing facilities are available, including open-air baths surrounded by mountains, a spacious public bath, a footbath overlooking Mount Yusaka, and the baths at the affiliated facility "Yunosato Okada." Five distinct guest room types reflect the beauty of traditional Japanese design, providing a relaxing stay. Options include the highest-grade rooms with private open-air baths overlooking Hakone's expansive natural scenery and hot springs, allowing accommodations to suit a variety of travel styles. Seasonal cuisine showcases the flavors of each season, completing the experience at this refined retreat.
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ロッテシティホテル錦糸町
Tokyo
Tokyo
ロッテシティホテル錦糸町
Built around the concept of "Everything for the Perfect Morning," this is Japan's first premium business hotel operated by the Lotte Group. Directly connected to Tokyo Metro Kinshicho Station, the hotel offers convenient access to central Tokyo and nearby sightseeing destinations. Popular beauty devices are available for use in guest rooms, allowing for a comfortable self-care routine while traveling. Breakfast features a wellness-focused buffet and signature treats such as "Koala's March Pancakes," "Ghana Chocolate Fountain," "Ghana Chocolate Drinks," and chocolate-free versions of Pie no Mi, Toppo, and Koala's March. Views of Tokyo Skytree® add to the appeal, making the hotel a convenient base for exploring the city.
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秋川渓谷リバーティオ
Tokyo
Tokyo
秋川渓谷リバーティオ
Located approximately a 60-minute drive from central Tokyo, "Akigawa Valley Rivertio" is a cottage and camping facility along the Akigawa Valley. Surrounded by green mountains and a clear river, the site offers shallow-water river activities and barbecues. The scenery changes with each season, from fresh spring greenery to winter night skies filled with stars. Nearby attractions include the "Akigawa Valley Seoto-no-Yu" hot spring facility and several walking areas, providing a refreshing natural retreat for families and groups of friends.
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BON-MAL TREE
Chiba
Chiba
BON-MAL TREE
Nestled quietly in the mountains, this private guesthouse rental offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature. The expansive wood deck, with a sense of openness reminiscent of being above the clouds, overlooks layered mountain scenery and catches the refreshing mountain breeze, while a sky filled with stars emerges after dark. Barbecues are available on the property, providing an opportunity to gather local seafood and game meats for a memorable meal. A private dog run for guests allows stays with dogs, and pet supplies are provided for added convenience. Intentionally free of clocks and televisions, the guesthouse offers a relaxed setting for families, friends, and couples to spend unhurried time together.
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箱根パークス吉野
Kanagawa
Kanagawa
箱根パークス吉野
"Hakone Parks Yoshino" stands in a location where you can see the magnificent nature of Hakone. Mountains and mountain streams spread out beside the inn, and once you step inside the inn, you can feel the changing seasons throughout the inn, incorporating nature into the lobby, large public bath, and dining area. The guest rooms are available to suit a variety of styles, including tasteful pure Japanese rooms and natural, modern Japanese-Western rooms. Not only families, but also couples and women's travelers can spend a comfortable time here. Spend a relaxing moment forgetting your daily life with three different types of private open-air baths that emphasize privacy and the chef's special cuisine.
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草津温泉 ホテルヴィレッジ
Gunma
Gunma
草津温泉 ホテルヴィレッジ
This activity-rich hot spring resort receives frequent comments that a single night is not enough. A wide variety of guest rooms accommodates two to five guests, making the property well-suited to group and family trips. The hot spring facilities include a large communal bath and an open-air bath supplied by the Yubatake spring, a symbol of Kusatsu Onsen. In winter, the "Snow-Viewing Open-Air Bath" offers bathing amid snowy scenery. Extensive indoor and outdoor activities offer a variety of ways to spend the stay, regardless of the weather.
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日光 星の宿
Tochigi
Tochigi
日光 星の宿
Nikko Hoshinoyado is a tranquil hot spring inn located just a 3-minute walk from Shinkyo Bridge, the gateway to the World Heritage-listed Nikko shrines and temples. The inn offers an immersive experience of Nikko’s nature and history. Guests can indulge in the specialty dish, "Hikiage Yuba", while enjoying views of the Japanese garden, and take advantage of the skin-enhancing hot springs, available for day-use and lunch. The inn features 12-tatami Japanese-style rooms, exuding a calm and traditional atmosphere, as well as "Special rooms", including Japanese-Western rooms with attached bathrooms, offering flexibility to suit different occasions. Nikko Hoshinoyado is also renowned as a celebratory inn, ideal for marking significant milestones and creating cherished memories.
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水上温泉 あらたし みなかみ
Gunma
Gunma
水上温泉 あらたし みなかみ
Minakami Onsen is the center of Minakami Onsen Village, located at the southern foot of Mt. Tanigawadake. Spend a relaxing time at this stylish hotel where you can enjoy the famous Minakami Onsen. All guest rooms have open-air baths, and you can enjoy bathing while looking out at the seasonal scenery and the Tone River. There is also a large public bath and sauna, and it is wonderful to take alternating hot and cold baths in the auto-rouri sauna and cold water bath, and experience the feeling of being "totono" while bathing in the open air. For dinner, enjoy French cuisine made with local ingredients. You can rent a "Haori" to wear over the "relaxation wear" in your room and enjoy a walk around the hotel or nearby area.
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THREE
Tokyo
Tokyo
THREE
This newly built apartment-style urban hotel, located near Oimachi Station in Tokyo, opened in June 2021. Surrounded by unique interiors, it offers a stylish space that provides a touch of the extraordinary. There are three different types of guest rooms to choose from depending on your mood and situation, catering to various needs, from solo travelers and girls' getaways to family vacations and group trips. The kitchens are fully equipped with cooking appliances, and some rooms even feature a large TV, making it an ideal spot for gatherings with family and friends or business meetings.
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お宿 玉樹
Gunma
Gunma
お宿 玉樹
A pure Japanese-style hot spring inn right in front of the entrance to Ishidangai, the symbol of Ikaho Onsen. There are 16 different types of guest rooms, including rooms with terraces and open-air baths, and guest rooms with open-air baths on the top floor where you can enjoy the hot spring all to yourself. A large public bath where you can enjoy Ikaho Onsen's "Kogane no Yu" and "Shirogane no Yu" flowing directly from the source, and a private rock bath where you can enjoy "Golden Hot Spring" that is 100% free flowing from the source. It is also popular. Kaiseki cuisine incorporating seasonal flavors is also one of the inn's specialties. Spend a luxurious time relaxing in Ikaho's hot springs and savoring seasonal dishes.
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閑閑舎
Chiba
Chiba
閑閑舎
"Kankansha," a private villa near Motoyoshi Beach in the Kujukuri area, features a retreat defined by the deep shadows of a traditional hipped roof and the clean lines created by the harmony of stone and wood, offering a setting for quiet relaxation; the "sand wall sauna," where earthen walls retain heat, maintains a gentle temperature of around 70°C, while cooling down can be experienced in the open air with sea breezes or in the private pool, and evenings include cuisine prepared by a visiting chef that highlights the natural flavors of the ingredients.
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atsumaro villa minamiboso
Chiba
Chiba
atsumaro villa minamiboso
This private villa rental is located in Fukuzawa, Tomiura-machi, Minamiboso City, Chiba Prefecture. Situated at the gateway to the Minamiboso area, approximately 90 minutes by car from central Tokyo via the Tokyo Bay Crossing Road (Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line), the villa provides a convenient base for sightseeing. Surrounded by the sea and greenery, the property is approximately a 5-minute drive from Haraoka Beach and the well-known Okamoto Pier (Haraoka Pier). Its location allows an easy return for relaxation after swimming, and Mount Fuji may be visible from the rooftop when conditions permit. Nearby roadside stations and convenience stores also make the villa well-suited to workations.
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割烹旅館 清風園
Gunma
Gunma
割烹旅館 清風園
Authentic Japanese kaiseki cuisine highlights seasonal ingredients, centering on fresh produce from Gunma Prefecture and skillfully incorporating mountain and river delicacies year-round. Delicate, dashi-forward flavors bring out the natural umami of each ingredient, while the progression from appetizers and sashimi to grilled dishes reflects the craftsmanship of a traditional kappo ryokan. The changing seasons unfold through every sense in a calm dining setting overlooking a clear stream and surrounding nature. *Image courtesy of Liberty Co., Ltd.
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プライベートオーシャンヴィラ藍水
Chiba
Chiba
プライベートオーシャンヴィラ藍水
Along the Pacific coast in Kamogawa City, Chiba, "Private Ocean Villa Ransui" is located along the coastline, with excellent access by public transport and car. All six villas are individually situated on a vast site surrounded by sea, sky, and greenery, allowing guests to enjoy a stay in harmony with nature, without worrying about the eyes of other guests or the hustle and bustle of the surrounding area. Each villa features an oceanfront outdoor terrace and a private pool, providing opportunities for both playful splashing and leisurely relaxation to the sound of the waves. The horizon unfolds majestically before the eyes, creating an exceptional sense of the extraordinary to be enjoyed in complete privacy.
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by the river Isumi
Chiba
Chiba
by the river Isumi
This private villa, located approximately an hour and a half's drive from central Tokyo, is surrounded by lush nature. Situated on the banks of the Isumi River in Isumi City, Chiba Prefecture, it offers a luxurious experience of tranquility. The villa features a sophisticated living room with carefully selected amenities such as BoConcept sofa and "Morso" wood stoves. Additionally, you can enjoy views of the serene river from the bedroom and bathroom, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in this space in harmony with nature.
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リッチモンドホテル成田
Chiba
Chiba
リッチモンドホテル成田
The "Comfort Twin Room" is especially popular among female guests, thanks to its thoughtful beauty amenities, including a ReFa hair dryer and curling iron - ideal for those who want to keep up their beauty routine while traveling. Among hotels near the station, this property is known for its particularly spacious rooms, offering a comfortable stay even for international guests or those who prefer extra room to relax. Semi-queen single rooms are also available, making this a great option for solo travelers.
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Retreat Villa Aym
Chiba
Chiba
Retreat Villa Aym
Opened in July 2023, this facility features three villas that can be rented as a whole. Renting multiple villas together on a group trip is also a wonderful experience. The villas are designed with the concept of a "retreat," a trip that refreshes tired body and mind in an extraordinary space, and are equipped with a variety of ingenious features. A spacious garden features a pool, a terrace for arbecues, and a bathroom with a large window overlooking the view. From the bedrooms on the upper floors, with the starry sky and sunlight to the fullest, providing a moment of relaxation. Experience the Minami Boso location and delicious locally produced food, and relax to your heart's content.