> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.nipponstays.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Family Hotels in Takamatsu and Naoshima: Where to Stay With Kids - URL: https://www.nipponstays.com/family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima/ - Published: 2026-07-12T11:22:41.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-19T04:39:13.000Z - Description: Family hotels in Takamatsu and Naoshima: verified triple rooms, family suites, ferry and rental-bike details for traveling with kids. - Author: Hideaki - Tags: Kagawa, Family Travel, #2026-12-kagawa-01 For families, [RIHGA Hotel Zest Takamatsu](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-705178/rihga-hotel-zest-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19118339&ref=nipponstays.com) is the clearest pick: triple rooms, kids' menus, and children 5 and under stay free, from ¥8,000 in low season. Base in Takamatsu and take the ferry to Naoshima as a day trip — the island's limited family rooms and steep hills make it best as a deliberate overnight stay, not a default. Of the 5 family-friendly hotels verified in this guide, 3 are based in Takamatsu (from ¥8,000 per room) and 2 are on Naoshima (from ¥12,500); RIHGA Hotel Zest Takamatsu is the only Takamatsu pick that explicitly offers a dedicated triple room alongside a kids' menu and a free-stay policy for children 5 and under (checked July 2026). ## Family Hotels in Takamatsu and Naoshima: The Short Answer If you are lining up family hotels in Takamatsu and Naoshima, the short version is this: base in Takamatsu and treat Naoshima as a day trip unless your kids are old enough to enjoy a slower island pace. Takamatsu has the room configurations, kids' menus, and easy transport that make traveling with children simple. Naoshima has real hills, limited kid-sized rental bikes, and only a couple of hotels set up for families, so an overnight there works best as a deliberate choice rather than a default. *Some links in this guide are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.* For most families, that means a station- or port-area Takamatsu hotel with a triple or Japanese-Western room, a day ferry over to Naoshima for the art museums and outdoor sculptures, and dinner back in Takamatsu's Marugamemachi arcade. If your kids are drawn to the art and you want two unhurried days on the island, one of Naoshima's small family-friendly properties is worth the extra planning. I cover both paths below with verified hotels and room types. ## Family Hotels at a Glance | Name | Base | Price range | Best for (family) | | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------- | ------------------------------ | -------------------------------------------------------- | | [RIHGA Hotel Zest Takamatsu](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-705178/rihga-hotel-zest-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19118339&ref=nipponstays.com) — [check rates](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-705178/rihga-hotel-zest-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19118339&ref=nipponstays.com) | Chuo-dori city center | from ¥8,000, varies by season | Triple rooms, kids' meals, kids 5 and under stay free | | [JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-1648171/jr-hotel-clement-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19117947&ref=nipponstays.com) — [check rates](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-1648171/jr-hotel-clement-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19117947&ref=nipponstays.com) | Takamatsu Station / Port | from ¥9,000, varies by season | 1-min to the station, steps from the Naoshima ferry pier | | [Dormy Inn Takamatsu Natural Hot Spring](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-705619/dormy-inn-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19118626&ref=nipponstays.com) — [check rates](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-705619/dormy-inn-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19118626&ref=nipponstays.com) | Chuo-dori city center | from ¥8,500, varies by season | Japanese-Western rooms sleep 3, arcade access | | [MY LODGE Naoshima](https://www.trip.com/hotels/naoshima-hotel-detail-60147650/my-lodge-naoshima/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19119424&ref=nipponstays.com) — [check rates](https://www.trip.com/hotels/naoshima-hotel-detail-60147650/my-lodge-naoshima/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19119424&ref=nipponstays.com) | Naoshima, near Miyanoura Port | from ¥12,500, varies by season | Dedicated family room with sea view | | [Benesse House](https://www.trip.com/hotels/naoshima-hotel-detail-112447567/benesse-house/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19119788&ref=nipponstays.com) — [check rates](https://www.trip.com/hotels/naoshima-hotel-detail-112447567/benesse-house/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19119788&ref=nipponstays.com) | Naoshima, museum grounds | from ¥40,000, varies by season | Splurge pick, sleeping inside the art site | These are low-season floors sourced from booking platforms. Rates vary by season and rise sharply around Golden Week and the summer school holidays — book your dates and confirm room capacity before you rely on any of these figures. ## The Takamatsu Family Hotels, Room by Room [RIHGA Hotel Zest Takamatsu](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-705178/rihga-hotel-zest-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19118339&ref=nipponstays.com) is the easiest all-around family pick. It is a 10-min walk from JR Takamatsu Station and has a dedicated triple room with three beds, plus two on-site restaurants that serve kids' meals alongside the regular menu. Children 5 and under stay free using existing beds when sharing your room; kids 6 and up are charged as adults. That makes it a straightforward budget for a family of three or four without hunting for a rare quad room. [JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-1648171/jr-hotel-clement-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19117947&ref=nipponstays.com) sits right at JR Takamatsu Station and about a 3-min walk to the Takamatsu Port ferry terminal, which matters if you are managing kids, strollers, and bags on a Naoshima day trip. With 300 rooms and multiple restaurants on site, it has more flexibility than a small business hotel if you need to swap room types. Rates run from ¥9,000, varies by season — the pricier Takamatsu pick, but the one-stop convenience for the ferry and the airport bus is real. [Dormy Inn Takamatsu Natural Hot Spring](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-705619/dormy-inn-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19118626&ref=nipponstays.com) is a 5-min walk from Kotoden Kawaramachi Station, a separate private-line stop from JR Takamatsu Station, inside the Marugamemachi arcade district. Its Japanese-Western rooms combine two beds with a futon area and can sleep three. The hotel's natural hot spring bath is a nice reset after a day of walking, though the water runs hot enough that very young children may find it uncomfortable — plan on the in-room bath for toddlers instead. ### Naoshima With Kids: One Family Room, One Splurge [MY LODGE Naoshima](https://www.trip.com/hotels/naoshima-hotel-detail-60147650/my-lodge-naoshima/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19119424&ref=nipponstays.com) has a genuine family room with a sea-facing terrace, roughly a 7-to-10-min walk from Miyanoura Port up a noticeably steep hill — manageable with a light daypack, tougher with a full suitcase, so consider a luggage-delivery service if staying overnight. Children up to 5 can stay free without using a bed in select room categories; ask which types qualify when you book. Rates from ¥12,500, varies by season. [Benesse House](https://www.trip.com/hotels/naoshima-hotel-detail-112447567/benesse-house/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19119788&ref=nipponstays.com) is the splurge option, putting you inside the museum grounds. Its Beach building rooms suit two adults and two children, and a shuttle connects the property to Miyanoura Port. Children aren't permitted in the hotel's other buildings or the Museum restaurant, so request Beach specifically. Rates from ¥40,000, varies by season. For the fuller breakdown of Takamatsu's station, port, and city-center bases beyond the family angle, see our [where to stay in Takamatsu guide](https://www.nipponstays.com/where-to-stay-in-takamatsu/). ## Naoshima With Kids: Ferry, Bikes, and What to Expect Ferries to Naoshima leave from Takamatsu Port. The regular ferry to Miyanoura takes about 50 minutes and costs from ¥680 one-way for adults, ¥340 for children; the high-speed passenger boat takes about 30 minutes and costs from ¥1,590 one-way for adults, ¥800 for children. Both run several times a day, though schedules shift with the season, so check departure times the night before. Once on the island, rental cycles are the standard way to get around, and Naoshima has real hills near the Chichu Art Museum area, so an e-assist bike is worth it with a child on board. Ougiya Rent-a-Cycle, near the port, stocks electric-assist bikes fitted with a child seat for kids roughly 2 to 5 years old, at around ¥1,900 per day including a helmet. The shop owns only a handful of these units and takes reservations online in advance — don't plan to walk up and rent one on a busy day. If your kids are too young or reluctant to cycle the hills, stick close to Miyanoura and the town-bus route (¥100 adult / ¥50 child) that runs to the museum area, rather than the full loop by bike. For most families with young kids, a single day trip from a Takamatsu hotel covers the highlights without the packing and lodging complexity of an island overnight — our [Naoshima day-trip guide](https://www.nipponstays.com/naoshima-day-trip-from-takamatsu-where-to-stay/) walks through the timing. ## Easy Family Food Wins Sanuki udon is the simplest food win with kids in Takamatsu. The noodles have a strong wheat aroma and a firm, springy "koshi" bite, and most shops let you order a plain noodle-and-broth bowl a picky eater will actually finish. Many udon shops in the Marugamemachi arcade are self-serve — you collect noodles at a counter, add toppings, and pay before sitting — which takes a minute to explain to kids the first time but turns lunch into a bit of a game once they catch on. Our [best udon in Takamatsu guide](https://www.nipponstays.com/best-udon-in-takamatsu/) has specific shop recommendations. Marugame's honetsukidori — bone-in grilled chicken leg, seasoned hard with garlic and black pepper — comes in two versions worth knowing before you order for the table. Wakadori, from a young bird, is more tender and the easier entry point for kids trying it for the first time. Oyadori, from a mature hen, has a chewier texture and a stronger, more savory bite that local regulars prefer; it suits adventurous older kids or the adults at the table better than toddlers. ## Practical Constraints to Know Before You Book **2026 is not a Setouchi Triennale year.** The festival runs on a roughly three-year cycle; the most recent edition took place in 2025, and the next full Triennale is planned for 2028\. That makes 2026 comparatively easy for booking family rooms in Takamatsu and on Naoshima. The island's permanent art — the Chichu Art Museum and the Benesse House Museum — stays open year-round regardless of the festival calendar. **Golden Week and summer school holidays still spike demand.** Late April through early May and the July–August school break bring the busiest domestic family travel of the year, even without a festival. Triple and family rooms sell out first at these times — book several weeks ahead if your dates fall in these windows. **Getting into town from Takamatsu Airport with kids.** The Kotoden airport limousine bus is the realistic option: about 40 minutes to JR Takamatsu Station, from ¥1,000 for adults and ¥500 for children, timed to flight arrivals. A rental car is possible but not recommended — city streets are narrow and congested, hotel parking often costs extra, and Naoshima does not allow visitor cars. **Prices listed here are low-season floors.** All rates are "from" figures sourced from booking platforms and climb on weekends, holidays, and around any future Triennale session — check specific dates and confirm room capacity if traveling with more than two children. ## Final Comparison | Name | Base | Price range | Best for (family) | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ----------------------------- | ------------------------------ | --------------------------------------------- | | [RIHGA Hotel Zest Takamatsu](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-705178/rihga-hotel-zest-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19118339&ref=nipponstays.com) | Chuo-dori city center | from ¥8,000, varies by season | Best value, triple rooms, kids' meals on site | | [Dormy Inn Takamatsu Natural Hot Spring](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-705619/dormy-inn-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19118626&ref=nipponstays.com) | Chuo-dori city center | from ¥8,500, varies by season | Japanese-Western rooms for 3, arcade dining | | [JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-1648171/jr-hotel-clement-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19117947&ref=nipponstays.com) | Takamatsu Station / Port | from ¥9,000, varies by season | Station and ferry pier in one stop | | [MY LODGE Naoshima](https://www.trip.com/hotels/naoshima-hotel-detail-60147650/my-lodge-naoshima/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19119424&ref=nipponstays.com) | Naoshima, near Miyanoura Port | from ¥12,500, varies by season | Dedicated family room, sea view | | [Benesse House](https://www.trip.com/hotels/naoshima-hotel-detail-112447567/benesse-house/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19119788&ref=nipponstays.com) | Naoshima, museum grounds | from ¥40,000, varies by season | Splurge pick, sleep inside the art site | ## Booking a Room With Kids in Japan: Two Things to Know **The booking-site disappearing-act.** When you add children to a search on a booking site, the results often drop sharply — not because the hotels can't take kids, but because many Japanese properties never register their child settings with third-party platforms. The rooms are there; the OTA just can't show them. Before you give up, check the chain's own website or send a quick email to the hotel directly. Every hotel in this article handles English correspondence, so a short message asking about family room availability usually gets a clear answer. **Co-sleeping rules by chain.** In Japan, a child sharing an adult's existing bed — no extra bedding, no separate room — often stays free. Of the chains in this article, Dormy Inn charges ¥3,000 per night for children from age 3 through elementary school who share a bed; infants (0–2) co-sleep free. Toyoko Inn allows co-sleeping free for children 12 and under (one child per bed), with breakfast included. Confirm the policy at your specific property when booking, as co-sleeping rules can change. ## Trip Essentials for Kagawa Things worth booking before you land, all in English: - **eSIM** — [Airalo's Japan eSIM](https://airalo.tpm.lv/2TWpibQS?ref=nipponstays.com): install it at home and data works as soon as you switch off airplane mode at Takamatsu Airport. Comparing providers? See our [Japan eSIM guide](https://www.nipponstays.com/best-esim-for-japan/). - **Tickets and day trips** — [Klook](https://klook.tpm.lv/9FPtAdQc?ref=nipponstays.com) covers Naoshima day trips and Shikoku rail passes; booking ahead skips the ticket-window line. Two things travel with you to Takamatsu: [how small a Japanese hotel room is](https://www.nipponstays.com/hotel-room-sizes-in-japan-explained/), and [how to ask about a food allergy](https://www.nipponstays.com/food-allergies-in-japan-with-kids/) once you are away from the big cities and English menus thin out. ## FAQ **What are the best family hotels in Takamatsu and Naoshima?** In Takamatsu, [RIHGA Hotel Zest Takamatsu](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-705178/rihga-hotel-zest-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19118339&ref=nipponstays.com) has dedicated triple rooms and kids' meals, and [JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu](https://www.trip.com/hotels/takamatsu-hotel-detail-1648171/jr-hotel-clement-takamatsu/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19117947&ref=nipponstays.com) puts you minutes from both the station and the Naoshima ferry pier. On Naoshima, [MY LODGE Naoshima](https://www.trip.com/hotels/naoshima-hotel-detail-60147650/my-lodge-naoshima/?Allianceid=9711325&SID=327049682&trip%5Fsub1=family-hotels-takamatsu-naoshima&trip%5Fsub3=D19119424&ref=nipponstays.com) is the main dedicated family-room option. **Is Naoshima good for a family with young kids?** As a day trip, yes — the outdoor sculptures and Miyanoura area are easy with kids of any age. An overnight works best once children can handle hills and a slower pace, since kid-sized and child-seat rental bikes are limited and family hotel choices are few. **How much is the ferry to Naoshima for kids?** The regular ferry from Takamatsu Port to Miyanoura runs about 50 minutes for ¥680 one-way (adult) and ¥340 (child); the high-speed boat takes about 30 minutes for ¥1,590 (adult) and ¥800 (child). **Can I rent a bike with a child seat on Naoshima?** Yes, at Ougiya Rent-a-Cycle near Miyanoura Port, which stocks electric-assist bikes with child seats for kids roughly 2 to 5 years old. Reservations are made online in advance, and the shop has only a handful of these units — book before you arrive. **Do I need a rental car for this trip?** No. Takamatsu's city streets are narrow and congested for visitors to navigate, hotel parking usually costs extra, and Naoshima does not allow visitor cars at all. The airport bus, ferry, and rental cycles cover the whole trip. **Is 2026 a Setouchi Triennale year?** No. The most recent edition ran in 2025 and the next full edition is planned for 2028, so family rooms are easier to book than in a festival year. Golden Week and summer school holidays still fill up fast regardless. --- **Information audit:* Last fact-checked July 2026 · Prices checked July 2026 (all rates are “from” floors that vary by season) · *How this guide was researched:* hotel facilities, prices and access details are verified against official and primary sources; we have not personally stayed at every property listed. The author has traveled in this area personally; original photographs on this site are from those trips · How this site verifies information:* [*About NipponStays*](https://www.nipponstays.com/about/)*.*