Hotel Nampūrō

Top choice in Kyūshū


This cheerful, busy resort is the place to stay, especially with kids in tow. English-speaking staff are welcoming, and there's a large family-friendly play area for young children, a pool (summer only), inflatable toys, and even a pen with goats and rabbits. For onsen bathers, multiple rotemburo (outdoor baths; day-use permitted) offer stunning sea views, especially at sunrise.

Choose from Japanese, Western-style or combination rooms, some with private rotemburo.

Other family-friendly features: free beverage and ice-cream bar, table tennis, lawn games, and cosplay costumes for the entire family. Dinners are kaiseki style, and there's a breakfast buffet.