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1. Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Sakurai
Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Sakurai3.5 star property
Kusatsu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (406 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(406 reviews)
- Family-friendly ski resort retreat with outdoor pool, kids' playground, and onsen baths just steps from Kusatsu slopes.
The price is AU$405
AU$405
16 Dec - 17 Dec
2. Yuyado Tokinoniwa
Yuyado Tokinoniwa4.0 star property
Kusatsu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (232 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(232 reviews)
The price is AU$641
AU$641
16 Nov - 17 Nov
3. Urakusatsu Tou
Urakusatsu Tou3.5 star property
Kusatsu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (326 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(326 reviews)
The price is AU$300
AU$300
30 Nov - 1 Dec
4. B/C HOTEL KUSATSU
B/C HOTEL KUSATSU2.5 star property
Kusatsu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (58 reviews)
8.6/10
Excellent
(58 reviews)
The price is AU$99
AU$99
16 Nov - 17 Nov
5. Oyado Konoha Kyoritsu Resorts
Oyado Konoha Kyoritsu Resorts4.0 star property
Kusatsu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (124 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(124 reviews)
The price is AU$351
AU$351
16 Nov - 17 Nov
6. Kusatsu Onsen Eidaya
Kusatsu Onsen Eidaya2.0 star property
Kusatsu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (116 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(116 reviews)
The price is AU$244
AU$244
8 Dec - 9 Dec
7. Hotel Ichii
Hotel Ichii3.5 star property
Kusatsu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (193 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(193 reviews)
- Ski resort steps away with family-friendly amenities at this ryokan near Kusatsu's famous hot springs and parks.
The price is AU$369
AU$369
1 Dec - 2 Dec
8. Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Village
Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Village3.0 star property
Kusatsu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (173 reviews)
8.2/10
Very good
(173 reviews)
- Family paradise with 3 pools and fun activities for all ages at this Kusatsu hot springs hotel with mini golf and game room.
The price is AU$192
AU$192
14 Dec - 15 Dec
9. Kusatsu Onsen Boun
Kusatsu Onsen Boun4.0 star property
Kusatsu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (273 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(273 reviews)
10. Karuizawa Prince Hotel West
Karuizawa Prince Hotel West4.0 star property
Karuizawa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1,002 reviews)
- Family fun thrives at this ski-in/ski-out resort with tennis courts, bowling, and hot springs, perfect for adventurous getaways.
The price is AU$309
AU$309
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Kusatsu Onsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (232)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(232)
The price is AU$641
AU$641
16 Nov - 17 Nov
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (326)
8.8/10
Excellent
(326)
The price is AU$300
AU$300
30 Nov - 1 Dec
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (406)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(406)
The price is AU$405
AU$405
16 Dec - 17 Dec
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5)
8.4/10
Very good
(5)
The price is AU$618
AU$618
24 Nov - 25 Nov
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (116)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(116)
The price is AU$244
AU$244
8 Dec - 9 Dec
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (113)
8.2/10
Very good
(113)
7.8 out of 10, Good, (336)
7.8/10
Good
(336)
The price is AU$260
AU$260
18 Nov - 19 Nov
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (173)
8.2/10
Very good
(173)
The price is AU$192
AU$192
14 Dec - 15 Dec
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (124)
8.8/10
Excellent
(124)
The price is AU$351
AU$351
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Top Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Reviews
Shibu Hotel
Shibu HotelHirao
10/10 Excellent
This was easily our favourite place we stayed on our Japan trip - the hotel is a traditional Tatami mat style hotel where you sleep on mats and the flooring is reeds. It's in the centre of the Shibu village and all 9 of the public hot spring baths are within walking distance. There is a photo in their reception of the family that started the hotel and the great grandson of the founder and his mother still work there today. They have a bus that drove us around, the picked and dropped us off at...
This was easily our favourite place we stayed on our Japan trip - the hotel is a traditional Tatami mat style hotel where you sleep on mats and the flooring is reeds. It's in the centre of the Shibu village and all 9 of the public hot spring baths are within walking distance. There is a photo in their reception of the family that started the hotel and the great grandson of the founder and his mother still work there today. They have a bus that drove us around, the picked and dropped us off at...
Lee
Kamei no Yu
Kamei no YuHirao
10/10 Excellent
Good blend of traditional appearance and modern amenities, wonderful staff.
Good blend of traditional appearance and modern amenities, wonderful staff.
Bob
Ishinoyu Lodge
Ishinoyu LodgeShiga Highlands
10/10 Excellent
What a delightful place to stay! Cannot praise the staff enough! They were all so helpful, friendly and accomodating. Some English speaking staff, who were honestly the best we met in our two week stay in Japan. We were told that they don’t get many English-speaking visitors and we were the only ones there, which my teen son and I loved. We love immersing in the Japanese experience when visiting, and this hotel definitely offered this.
The rooms were simple but clean and tidy and well...
What a delightful place to stay! Cannot praise the staff enough! They were all so helpful, friendly and accomodating. Some English speaking staff, who were honestly the best we met in our two week stay in Japan. We were told that they don’t get many English-speaking visitors and we were the only ones there, which my teen son and I loved. We love immersing in the Japanese experience when visiting, and this hotel definitely offered this.
The rooms were simple but clean and tidy and well...
Amy
Wafu No Yado MASUYA
Wafu No Yado MASUYAHirao
10/10 Excellent
Our stay here in March 2025 was wonderful. The staff could not have been more friendly or helpful, even picked us up from the station without prior arrangement! The food was incredible, traditional Japanese breakfast that set us up for the day and a delicious dinner which when combined with the sake and very comfortable futons ensured a great night’s sleep. Took advantage of the private Onsen which was very relaxing. However with so many public Onsen (including at the hotel) it was a bit of an...
Our stay here in March 2025 was wonderful. The staff could not have been more friendly or helpful, even picked us up from the station without prior arrangement! The food was incredible, traditional Japanese breakfast that set us up for the day and a delicious dinner which when combined with the sake and very comfortable futons ensured a great night’s sleep. Took advantage of the private Onsen which was very relaxing. However with so many public Onsen (including at the hotel) it was a bit of an...
Sara
Hotel Tsubakino
Hotel TsubakinoHirao
10/10 Excellent
Very relaxing location. Private onsen was a really nice addition.
Very relaxing location. Private onsen was a really nice addition.
Stephen
Yuyado Tokinoniwa
Yuyado TokinoniwaKusatsu
10/10 Excellent
Loved my stay here. The property has several onsens to try, and the accomodation and dining was also good quality. Appreciate the small gestures such as free ice cream and ramen and different times of the day. One thing to note though is that the hotel is not close to the city centre, and although a free shuttle bus service is provided, it can be quite packed at times.
Loved my stay here. The property has several onsens to try, and the accomodation and dining was also good quality. Appreciate the small gestures such as free ice cream and ramen and different times of the day. One thing to note though is that the hotel is not close to the city centre, and although a free shuttle bus service is provided, it can be quite packed at times.
Charles
Ryokan Warabino
Ryokan WarabinoTakayama
10/10 Excellent
This was such a beautiful little getaway for a few days relaxing in a traditional Japanese style accomodation with onset!
The staff were incredibly lovely and accommodating, especially for my partner who has a lot of food allergies (so they quickly replanned all the amazing food courses for him!). Such a great start to our trip to Japan.
This was such a beautiful little getaway for a few days relaxing in a traditional Japanese style accomodation with onset!
The staff were incredibly lovely and accommodating, especially for my partner who has a lot of food allergies (so they quickly replanned all the amazing food courses for him!). Such a great start to our trip to Japan.
Nicole
Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen
Club Wyndham Shirakabaso ShigakogenShiga Highlands
10/10 Excellent
Absolutely loved our stay here! The buffet breakfast and dinner included were great and provided a vast range of Japanese, Western and Italian options. The staff went above and beyond to welcome us and our ten month old baby. The rooms were well maintained and spacious for Japan. Gorgeous location, but remember that it is quite a distance away (at least 20 mins by car if not further) from restaurants (for dinner, there are a few lunch options closer)/convenience stores, etc.
Absolutely loved our stay here! The buffet breakfast and dinner included were great and provided a vast range of Japanese, Western and Italian options. The staff went above and beyond to welcome us and our ten month old baby. The rooms were well maintained and spacious for Japan. Gorgeous location, but remember that it is quite a distance away (at least 20 mins by car if not further) from restaurants (for dinner, there are a few lunch options closer)/convenience stores, etc.
Kendall
Aburaya Tosen
Aburaya TosenSano
10/10 Excellent
This is a wonderful place to stay. The rooms are spacious and traditionally themed with a lot of nice touches. The view from the rooms in winter is beautiful. The staff are very friendly, welcoming and accommodating. The breakfast served was also very nice. If you can afford it treat yourself to a room with a private outdoor onsen (we did for one night - very special)
This is a wonderful place to stay. The rooms are spacious and traditionally themed with a lot of nice touches. The view from the rooms in winter is beautiful. The staff are very friendly, welcoming and accommodating. The breakfast served was also very nice. If you can afford it treat yourself to a room with a private outdoor onsen (we did for one night - very special)
Paul
KARUIZAWA FOREST SEASONS
KARUIZAWA FOREST SEASONSKaruizawa
10/10 Excellent
The most perfect stay! The hosts were so warm and friendly and went above and beyond to take care of us. They provided a baby bath, nappy bin and high chair for our infant. The villa itself is exceptionally beautiful. Can’t wait to come back.
The most perfect stay! The hosts were so warm and friendly and went above and beyond to take care of us. They provided a baby bath, nappy bin and high chair for our infant. The villa itself is exceptionally beautiful. Can’t wait to come back.
Thao Mi Monica
Shibu Onsen KOKUYA
Shibu Onsen KOKUYAHirao
10/10 Excellent
We only spent 1 night at Kokuya hotel however I wish we could have stayed longer. We were too shy to make the most of the many private and public onsens available, so we stayed in a room with our own private outside thermal bath which I highly recommend. The staff were fantastic and so accommodating. Without a doubt, they were the nicest I met on my trip.
We only spent 1 night at Kokuya hotel however I wish we could have stayed longer. We were too shy to make the most of the many private and public onsens available, so we stayed in a room with our own private outside thermal bath which I highly recommend. The staff were fantastic and so accommodating. Without a doubt, they were the nicest I met on my trip.
LORETTA
Minshuku Miyama
Minshuku MiyamaHirao
10/10 Excellent
Very welcoming and great experience.
Very welcoming and great experience.
Renee
Karuizawa Tsuruya Ryokan
Karuizawa Tsuruya RyokanKaruizawa
10/10 Excellent
Had an authentic Japanese ryokan experience. We opted for the Japanese style bedding with half board. So the complete tatami mats, sliding shoji doors and futton bedding. Dinner was Kaiseki, and fugu was on the menu, simply amazing! Staff is also very nice and polite. I definitely highly recommend Tsuyu Ryokan!
Had an authentic Japanese ryokan experience. We opted for the Japanese style bedding with half board. So the complete tatami mats, sliding shoji doors and futton bedding. Dinner was Kaiseki, and fugu was on the menu, simply amazing! Staff is also very nice and polite. I definitely highly recommend Tsuyu Ryokan!
Elaine
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Family friendly things to do in Kusatsu Onsen
Kusatsu Onsen offers a delightful blend of family-friendly activities that will keep everyone entertained. Begin your adventure at the stunning hot springs, where you can soak in the therapeutic waters that have been cherished for centuries. The unique Yubatake, or hot water field, is not just a visual treat but also serves as a central hub for the town's onsen culture, making it a great spot for families to learn about local traditions. For a fun outdoor experience, head to the scenic walking paths that surround the area, perfect for a leisurely stroll while enjoying the beautiful landscapes. Kids will love exploring the interactive displays at the local cultural center, where they can engage with hands-on exhibits that reveal the rich history of the region. Finally, don’t miss out on the chance to participate in traditional Japanese crafts or workshops, which provide a wonderful opportunity for families to bond while creating lasting memories. After a day filled with adventure, unwind at one of the charming family-friendly accommodations that cater to your every need, ensuring a relaxing and memorable stay in Kusatsu Onsen.
Find the best family friendly hotels in Kusatsu Onsen
Kusatsu Onsen is a fantastic destination for families seeking relaxation and fun in Japan. Here are some top hotel picks that cater to family-friendly needs, ensuring a comfortable stay for all.
Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Sakurai
- Why it's great for a family-friendly adventure: Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Sakurai is an excellent choice for families looking for a delightful getaway, with a superb traveler review rating of 9.2. With amenities tailored for younger travelers, such as a children's pool and games room, families can enjoy quality time together in a relaxed setting while parents appreciate the on-site hot springs for a soothing experience.
- Other amenities: The hotel features a beautiful garden, an arcade game room, and convenient dining options with children's dinnerware. Guests can also take advantage of free snacks, highchairs, and baby bathtubs, making it easy for families to settle in. Additionally, there are ample opportunities for skiing and mountain climbing nearby, perfect for adventurous families looking to explore the stunning surroundings.
- Nearby attractions: Kusatsu Town Onsen Museum - 0.1 km, Sainokawara Park - 0.3 km
- Why it's great for a family-friendly adventure: With a remarkable traveler review rating of 9.2, Kusatsu Onsen Boun offers families a luxurious yet comfortable stay. The hotel features spacious rooms with kitchen facilities, allowing families to prepare their own meals and enjoy a more personalised experience during their holiday.
- Other amenities: In addition to the family-friendly kitchen amenities, travelers can unwind in the hot springs located on-site or indulge in a variety of spa treatments. The hotel also boasts a lovely terrace and patio for relaxation, alongside daily housekeeping services. For families looking to ski, there are ski lifts and areas nearby, ensuring a fun-filled winter getaway.
- Nearby attractions: Sainokawara Park - 0.2 km, Sainokawara Street - 0 km
- Why it's great for a family-friendly adventure: Yuyado Tokinoniwa combines comfort and convenience, achieving a solid traveler review rating of 9.2, making it a fantastic family-friendly option. Families can enjoy complimentary rollaway beds for added convenience and a snack bar that caters to all ages, ensuring that everyone is well-fed throughout their stay.
- Other amenities: The hotel features a full-service spa offering body treatments, alongside relaxing hot springs available on-site. Guests can also take advantage of self-parking options and free toiletries. The inviting atmosphere and thoughtful amenities create a welcoming place for families to unwind and enjoy their time together.
- Nearby attractions: Ohtakinoyu Hot Springs - 1 km, Kusatsu Nettaiken - 0.9 km
- Why it's great for a family-friendly adventure: Yorokobinoyado Takamatsu is a charming option for families, achieving an excellent traveler review rating of 7.8. The hotel features a dedicated arcade game room to keep the younger travelers entertained, while parents can enjoy the relaxation of the on-site hot springs.
- Other amenities: Families can benefit from daily housekeeping, air conditioning, and the availability of private hot tubs for a more intimate family experience. The hotel also provides convenient self-parking and offers beautiful mountain views. Nearby skiing options and a golf course add to the family-friendly appeal, catering to various interests and ensuring an enjoyable stay for all members of the family.
- Nearby attractions: Jizo Hot Spring - 0.1 km, Ohtakinoyu Hot Springs - 0.2 km
- Why it's great for a family-friendly adventure: Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Resort offers a budget-friendly family getaway, featuring a solid traveler review rating of 7.6. Families appreciate the free amenities for children and the hotel's welcoming atmosphere, making it a great choice for those travelling with little ones.
- Other amenities: The hotel includes access to hot springs and an area shuttle to explore the surroundings effortlessly. Self-parking is free, and there are shopping options available on-site. Guests can also enjoy the picturesque mountain views and nearby skiing opportunities, providing a wonderful blend of relaxation and adventure for families.
- Nearby attractions: Kusatsu Town Onsen Museum - 0.7 km, Kosenji Temple - 0.9 km
Frequently Asked Questions
What's Kusatsu Onsen like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been thinking about a trip with your children, the culturally rich destination of Kusatsu Onsen is a good choice. The lake views, parks and festivals are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips.
What's the best family accommodation in Kusatsu Onsen?
Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Sakurai is a ryokan with a children's pool and 4 restaurants, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Kusatsu Onsen?
The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -1°C. The rainiest months in Kusatsu Onsen are July, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 246 mm of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Kusatsu Onsen?
While you and your family are visiting Kusatsu Onsen, you may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as Yubatake and Kusatsu Town Onsen Museum. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort and Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park.