The Complete Guide to Shinjuku Family Hotels

Shinjuku is the first place most people discover when they start searching for somewhere to stay in Tokyo. It shows up in every travel guide, every “where to stay” list, and most social media posts about the city. The transport connections are great, the hotels cover every price point, and the neon and energy are exactly what many people picture when they think of Tokyo.

We have been visiting Shinjuku regularly since 2015 and have stayed in four hotels across the area, from business to premium. Overall, we’ve stayd in close to 40 Tokyo hotels, so we have a clear picture of how each part of Shinjuku actually feels to stay in and which property types match what families need.

Shinjuku suits families with older teenagers and young adults. The best-known part of Shinjuku is Kabukicho. Its energy, food, and late-night entertainment work very well for these age groups (particularly if your children are 20+).

However, Shinjuku doesn’t work as well when you’re travelling with younger children. The train station is the biggest and most complex in the world, and after dark, Kabukicho transforms into an adult-entertainment area. If you are travelling with younger children, steer clear of that part of Shinjuku at night and base yourself in the west, south, or south-east. This will sidestep many issues Shinjuku is known for.

To learn more about how well Shinjuku works for families at different ages, check out our “Is Shinjuku Right For Your Family?” article.

However, if Shinjuku sounds like the right fit for your family, the rest of this guide covers hotels for families of different sizes and price points. Most places are for families of four, with dedicated sections for larger families (five or more) and families of three.

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Shinjuku Family Hotels – At a Glance

Asakusa and Ueno both have many more dedicated apartment hotels than Shinjuku. In Shinjuku, there are a limited number of choices (&Here, Mimaru), plus illi Tas if you can get in, though its seven apartments fill fast.

However, across the wider range of hotels and hostels in Shinjuku, there are a surprising number of choices for families, at different price points and property types. However, groups of six or more will struggle to find accommodation in Shinjuku.

Here are our top six picks. Our full guide covers 21 properties, including room details, walk times, and what each one gets right and wrong.

• &Here Shinjuku: The best apart hotel for families of four, with the widest range of room configurations in this guide, including an accessible family room for multi-generational groups. Room options for 3 to 6 people. Click here to check out and book.
• Mimaru Tokyo Shinjuku West: The best apart hotel for families with young children; children under six stay free, baby cots are available on request, and the west Shinjuku location is the quietest base in this guide. For families with 4 to 6 people (up to 8 people, if two children are 6 and under). Click here to check out and book.
• Imano Tokyo Hostel: The only property in this guide that falls into the true budget category; a family of five can stay here for less than half the cost of other hotels that cater to families. Bunk beds save floor space. Small rooms and shared bathrooms are what you accept for the price. Great value for families of up to 5 people. Click here to check out and book.
• Hyatt Regency Tokyo: The best premium option, freshly renovated, with airport buses and a free shuttle to the station. Sleeps up to 4 people. Click here to check out and book.
• Hotel Gracery Shinjuku: The only hotel in this guide built around a single pop culture icon; the Godzilla floor, giant rooftop head, and lobby experience make it the obvious pick for families with Godzilla fans aged ten and up. Families of three can book the triple room on the floor. It suits a family of 3. Click here to check out and book.
• Onsen Ryokan Yuen Shinjuku: The only ryokan in this guide, with a rooftop onsen fed by Hakone hot spring water and the most distinctive stay of any property here. For families up to 4 people. Click here to check out and book.

How Shinjuku Fits into Tokyo’s Family Hotel Picture

Tokyo’s family-friendly areas each offer something different. The main alternatives to Shinjuku are:

• Ueno-Okachimachi. Lots of apartment hotels with Ueno Zoo, Ueno Park, and several museums close by. Excellent train connections and a good first-time family base. Ameyoko market streets are lively – some families enjoy them, others find them too much.
• Asakusa. Has a similar number of apartment hotels to Ueno, on traditional streets near Senso-ji, rickshaws, and Skytree. Well-suited to families with younger children. The distance from the JR Yamanote Line makes some day trips slower than those from Shinjuku.
• Tokyo Station-Nihonbashi. Quiet streets with the best Shinkansen and airport connections in the city. More apartment hotels than in Shinjuku. It suits families for whom bullet-train day trips are a big focus.
• Ginza. Central Ginza has almost no apartment hotels and higher room rates. East Ginza, Tsukiji, and Hatchobori are different: there is a significant number of apartment hotels with direct Keiyo Line access to Tokyo Disney.

The entertainment options in Kabukicho suit families with older teenagers and young adults. For families with younger children, the station makes it very easy to get around Tokyo, but it is one of the most complex in Japan, and the street environment in parts of Shinjuku at night is not for younger children. Asakusa and Ueno are easier bases for families with kids up to around age 10.

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Types of Family Hotels in Shinjuku

Shinjuku’s family hotels fall into five types. Which one best suits you will depend on your needs, your budget and the kind of trip you are taking.

• Apartment Hotels. This hotel category has exploded in Japan since around 2018, after AirBnB licensing requirements were introduced. They are properties with a kitchen, typically a washing machine, and enough space for 2 to around 8 (or even 12) people. This is a category many families are looking for. There are not many apartment hotel choices in Shinjuku, only &Here, Mimaru and illi.
• Budget and Mid-Level Hotels. There are many budget and mid-level hotels that offer rooms suitable for families. However, based on our research and experience, for the same nightly rate, you can stay in an Apartment Hotel and usually get a larger room and better amenities.
• Hostels with Private Family Rooms. A small number of hostels (Imano and Unplan) have private rooms sleeping four or five people at significantly lower rates than conventional hotels. Most hostels will have shared bathrooms. These work best for families with older kids or teenagers who are comfortable with a hostel environment and treating the room as a base rather than a retreat.
• Premium Hotels with Family Options. Large full-service hotels in West Shinjuku, where room size, connecting rooms, club lounges, and transport connections make them work for families rather than apartment-style living. Hyatt Regency, Keio Plaza, Hotel Groove, and The Knot are all in this category. Keio Plaza is the only hotel in this guide with a direct Disney Resort shuttle.
• Ryokan. There is one ryokan that works for families in this guide: Onsen Ryokan Yuen Shinjuku, with a rooftop onsen fed by Hakone hot spring water. Book it for the experience, not the family facilities. The suite accommodates up to four people, and a kids’ breakfast is available; however, there are no baby cots, and children aged 5 and over count as adults.

Should You Consider Airbnb or Short-Term Rental Apartments in Shinjuku?

Tokyo’s 2018 rental laws cut Airbnb’s Japanese listings by around 80% overnight. Shinjuku was one of the hardest-hit areas. What’s left is a much smaller number of choices, mostly run by semi-professional or professional operators. The same legal framework applies to short-term rentals listed on Booking.com, Vrbo, and similar platforms, so the available supply is similarly limited across all of them.

Short-term rentals work best for larger groups and longer stays. You can find properties that match or beat apartment hotel pricing, with more space than most hotels can offer. Weigh that against what apartment hotels bring: staffed reception, consistent quality, and no grey areas around compliance.

If you go the short-term rental route, read the terms and conditions for each property carefully before booking, regardless of which platform you use. Individual listings vary significantly, and some have requirements and penalty clauses that go well beyond what you’d encounter at a standard hotel.

Our take: When travelling with kids, we prefer to book standard hotels through Booking.com. Having a staffed reception is important, particularly if something goes wrong, whether that’s a sick child in the middle of the night or just needing a local restaurant recommendation. You get a consistent, familiar hotel experience with fewer surprises, and someone to turn to when you need help.

Where the Family Hotels Are Located

The family hotels in this guide are spread across four distinct parts of Shinjuku.

• South East Shinjuku. This part of Shinjuku has quieter streets than Kabukicho, is close to Shinjuku Gyoen, and has smaller subway stations that connect to other parts of Tokyo without going through the main station. The Nichome entertainment district is nearby, which means weekend evenings get louder than the daytime streets suggest.
• West Shinjuku. The skyscraper district on the far side of the station, with hotels such as Hyatt Regency, Keio Plaza, and Mimaru. It’s quieter and more corporate than the east side of Shinjuku. Airport limousine buses stop at several hotels, and free station shuttles run from some properties. Tochomae Station is a short walk away, with Oedo Line connections to Roppongi, Tsukiji, Ryogoku, and Ueno without going through the main station.
• Kabukicho. This is Shinjuku’s nightlife and entertainment district with neon, bars, late-night food, and busy streets at any hour. After dark, parts of the area shift toward adult entertainment. It’s best suited to families with older teenagers or young adults.
• South West Shinjuku. Hotel Sunroute Plaza, Odakyu Century Southern Tower, and JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom are all near the South and New South Exits. The area is practical and much quieter than Kabukicho. Busta Shinjuku, with limousine buses to both airports, is steps away. It has fewer dining options immediately outside the door than other parts of the area but there are still plenty of choices.

See our map below to better understand the four areas and see where our recommended family hotels are located.

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Apartment Hotels in Shinjuku

An apartment hotel puts a whole family in one room, with a kitchen and (normally) a washing machine. You can cook simple meals, heat baby food, and pack fewer clothes. The per-person cost is usually lower than booking two separate hotel rooms.

This section covers three dedicated apartment hotels and one hotel with apartment-style rooms. See the map below to learn where each apartment hotel is located.

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&Here Shinjuku

&Here has the widest range of family room configurations in this guide – 65 rooms across 11 types, including bunk bed family rooms and two concept suites (a bar room and a cinema room) for groups of six.

• Triple rooms: 27–30 sq m (290–325 sq ft) / 3 people
• Family rooms: 38–42 sq m (410–450 sq ft) / 4 people
• Concept suites: 70 sq m (750 sq ft) / 6 people
• Accessible Deluxe Family room

A terrace lounge hosts regular DJ events. Laundry is shared on the ground floor.

Area: South East Shinjuku
Walk: About 10–12 min from JR Shinjuku Station (East Exit), or 4–6 min from Shinjuku-Sanchome Station on the Marunouchi and Fukutoshin Lines.
Book: View &Here Shinjuku on Booking.com

Mimaru Tokyo Shinjuku West

The tatami rooms with futons are the reason to choose Mimaru Shinjuku West over the other apartment hotels in this guide – a Japanese-style sleep setup that most apartment hotels don’t have. West Shinjuku keeps you well clear of Kabukicho.

• Apartments: 40–42 sq m (430–450 sq ft) / 4 people
• Larger apartments: 58–60 sq m (625–645 sq ft) / 6 people
• Full kitchen · Coin laundry on-site · Children 6 and under free

Area: West Shinjuku
Walk: About 8 min to Tochomae Station (Oedo Line) and about 10 min to JR Shinjuku Station (West Exit).
Book: View Mimaru Tokyo Shinjuku West on Booking.com

illi Tas Shinjuku

Illi Tas has eight units on a quiet street close to Shinjuku Gyoen. Illi Tas is small enough that availability is the first thing to check. The main apartments have enough floor space for up to six people to be quite comfortable, without worrying about tripping over luggage, and the bunk beds will suit families with kids. Check-in is via an iPad system. The smaller top-floor room has a private balcony, but no washing machine, and requires stairs from the 8th floor.

• Main apartments: 51 sq m (550 sq ft) / up to 6 people / 3 double beds · Full kitchen · In-room washer/dryer
• Top floor room: 31 sq m (335 sq ft) / 3 people / private balcony, no washing machine
• 8 units only, so book early

Area: South East Shinjuku
Walk: About 5 min from Shinjuku-Gyoemmae Station (Marunouchi Line) and about 15 min from JR Shinjuku Station.
Book: View illi Tas Shinjuku on Booking.com

Tokyu Stay Shinjuku Eastside

Tokyu Stay is a business hotel with apartment-style rooms in Kabukicho. It’s the backup option if the dedicated apartment hotels in this guide are full and you need to be in this part of Shinjuku.

Families of four get two connected rooms with a door between them, not one open space. Book Residential, not Comfort rooms, or you won’t get the cooktop.

• 3-person rooms:
  • Superior Twin 32 sq m (345 sq ft)
  • Deluxe Twin 41 sq m (440 sq ft)
  • Garden Suite 69 sq m (745 sq ft)
• Adjoining Room A: 43 sq m (465 sq ft) combined / 4 people
• Adjoining Room B: 61 sq m (655 sq ft) combined / 5 people
• Washer in all rooms · Cooktop in Residential and Garden Suite rooms only

Prices are higher than those of the apartment hotels in this guide for similar space. The Garden Suite is a large room for three with a private terrace, but it is expensive and rarely available.

Area: Kabukicho
Walk: About 4 min from Higashi-Shinjuku Station and about 8–10 min from Shinjuku-Sanchome Station.
Book: View Tokyu Stay Shinjuku Eastside on Booking.com

Budget Family Hotels and Hostels in Shinjuku

Budget accommodation in Shinjuku works best for families with older kids and a willingness to treat the room as a place to sleep rather than spend time. None of the three properties below has a kitchen. The only one you will really save money on compared to apartment hotels is Imano Tokyo Hostel.

See the map below to learn more about where each budget family accommodation option is located.

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Imano Tokyo Hostel

The only property in this section where the price is actually ‘budget’. A family of five can book here for less than half of what almost all the other hotels in this guide charge. Bunk beds keep floor space clear for bags. Shared bathrooms and small rooms are the obvious trade-off. The Japanese-style room with futons suits three. Best for older kids and teenagers comfortable with a hostel environment.

• Japanese-style room: 10 sq m (110 sq ft) / 3 people/futons
• Family Room: 14–15 sq m (150–160 sq ft) / 5 people/bunk beds
• Shared bathrooms · Shared kitchen · Coin laundry on-site · Free breakfast available

Area: Kabukicho
Walk: About 8–10 min from JR Shinjuku Station (East Exit) and about 6–8 min from Shinjuku-Sanchome Station.
Book: View Imano Tokyo Hostel on Booking.com

Super Hotel Shinjuku Kabukicho

A 24 sq m (129 sq ft) space is achieved by using two connected rooms, each 12 sq m (64 sq ft), leaving little space for luggage. At four-person rates, Super Hotel prices are closer to the apartment hotels in this guide, but without the kitchen or the space.

• Quad room: 2 connecting rooms / 12 sq m (130 sq ft) each / 4 people, no kitchen

What it has, though, is a free breakfast buffet, a carbonated spring public bath, and a free welcome bar each evening. These features are not worth it for the price, given what you get from an apartment hotel. The Kabukicho streets outside are busy at any hour. It’s near a hospital and Okubo Park, where there are street prostitutes at night.

Area: Kabukicho
Walk: About 10 min from JR Shinjuku Station (East Exit).
Book: View Super Hotel Shinjuku Kabukicho on Booking.com

Unplan Shinjuku

Hostel-style rooms at prices that sit close to the apartment hotels in this guide. The downside is shared bathrooms and tight spaces, rather than a kitchen and room to move. Unplan is best for families with older kids and teenagers who are comfortable treating the room as a place to sleep rather than a place to spend time. However, you will get much more for similar money at apartment hotels.

• 4 Person Family Room: 12 sq m (130 sq ft) / 4 people / 4 single beds
• Superior Double: 15 sq m (160 sq ft) / 4 people / 1 bed + 2 futons
• 5 Person Family Room: 14 sq m (150 sq ft)
• Shared bathrooms · Coin laundry on-site · No kitchen

Area: South East Shinjuku
Walk: About 12–15 min from JR Shinjuku Station, or 6–8 min from Shinjuku-Sanchome Station.
Book: View Unplan Shinjuku on Booking.com

Mid-Range Family Hotels in Shinjuku

Both properties here are mid-range hotels with room options that work for families of three or four. We know that you’ll get better value for money from the apartment hotels mentioned earlier. See the map below to learn more about where each Mid-Range hotel is located.

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The Knot Tokyo Shinjuku

The Knot sits directly opposite Shinjuku Central Park, with rooms overlooking either the park or the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. There are two bars, a coffee shop, and two on-site restaurants, plus a bakery that is good for grabbing breakfast to eat in the park across the road. Standard rooms are compact, and the hotel suits families best when booking the larger room types or the Terrace Suite.

• Deluxe Triple: 21 sq m (225 sq ft) / 3 people
• Universal: 46 sq m (495 sq ft) / 3 people
• Deluxe Fourth: 28 sq m (300 sq ft) / 4 people
• Terrace Suite: 109 sq m (1,175 sq ft) room + 137 sq m (1,475 sq ft) terrace / 4 adults + 2 children under 5 · Full kitchen in suite · Free airport taxi with suite booking
• Coin laundry on-site

Area: West Shinjuku
Walk: About 12–15 min from JR Shinjuku Station (West Exit), or Tochomae Station on the Oedo Line (about 5–7 min).
Book: View The Knot Tokyo Shinjuku on Booking.com

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi-Shinjuku Premier

Daiwa Roynet is a 4-star business-style hotel in West Shinjuku with 280 rooms and an on-site breakfast restaurant. It is a practical, no-fuss base rather than a destination hotel. Nishi-Shinjuku Station on the Marunouchi Line is a short walk away, giving direct access to central Tokyo without going through the main Shinjuku interchange.

For families, the Junior Suite is the main reason to consider it, offering considerably more space than the standard rooms and one of the few options in this guide where a baby crib is available.

• Family Room: 24 sq m (260 sq ft) / 3 people
• Junior Suite: 49 sq m (525 sq ft) / up to 4 people · Extra bed and baby crib available in Junior Suite

Area: West Shinjuku
Walk: About 400m from Nishi-Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) and about 10–12 min from JR Shinjuku Station (West Exit).
Book: View Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi-Shinjuku Premier on Booking.com

Premium Family Hotels in Shinjuku

West Shinjuku dominates this category of hotels. Airport limousine buses stop at the door of several properties, free station shuttles run from some of the properties, and the nearby Oedo Line at Tochomae Station connects directly to Ueno, Ryogoku, Tsukiji, and Roppongi without transfers.

The key differences between properties here are room size, club lounge access, loyalty programmes, and (unique to Keio Plaza) a direct Disney Resort shuttle.

See the map below to learn more about where each premium and luxury family hotel is located.

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Hyatt Regency Tokyo

Four people means two adults in the king bed and two children on sofa beds. This is comfortable for younger kids, but less so for teenagers who may want their own sleeping space. The Corner Studio adds 16 sq m (172 sq ft) and is worth checking for families who plan to spend time in the room.

Hyatt prices are at a significant premium over the apartment hotels in this guide, and you miss out on the kitchen. However, you get full-service features, an airport bus at the door, and a free station shuttle. Taxis and the nearby Tochomae Station also make it easy to get around.

• King Studio: 48 sq m (515 sq ft) / 4 people
• Corner Studio: 64 sq m (685 sq ft) / 4 people · King bed + 2 sofa beds
• Free cribs on request · Airport limousine bus at door · Free hotel shuttle to Shinjuku Station every 20 min
• Renovation completed September 2025

Area: West Shinjuku
Walk: About 10–15 min from JR Shinjuku Station (West Exit), or use the free shuttle. Tochomae Station (Oedo Line) is about 1–2 min.
Book: View Hyatt Regency Tokyo on Booking.com

Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo

Keio Plaza Hotel is the only hotel that has a direct Disney shuttle service to Disneyland or DisneySea without navigating the train network with young children and a day pack.

The Luxury Family Room is 46 sq m (498 sq ft) and fits five people. The connecting rooms option is the better choice for families of five who want more space. The main building shows its age against newer Tokyo hotels, and the size of the complex can feel anonymous. Both worth knowing before you book.

• Luxury Family Room: 46 sq m (500 sq ft) / up to 5 people
• Connecting Deluxe Rooms: 71 sq m (765 sq ft) combined / 2 rooms
• Disney Resort shuttle daily · Under-5s free at breakfast · Baby kit for under-3s

Area: West Shinjuku
Walk: About 5 min from JR Shinjuku Station (West Exit) via covered walkway; Tochomae Station is about 1–2 min.
Book: View Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo on Booking.com

Keio Plaza Hotel Premier Grand

The 45th-floor lounge with breakfast and evening drinks, and a quieter check-in are what Premier Grand adds over standard Keio Plaza. However, for families, the room situation is worse: 35 sq m (380 sq ft) twin rooms with no connecting rooms, compared to the dedicated family rooms and connecting rooms at the standard Keio. If family space is the priority, book the standard Keio Plaza.

• Premier Grand Wide Twin: 36 sq m (382 sq ft) / 2 wide twin beds
• Floors 35–41 · Private lounge (floor 45): breakfast, afternoon tea, evening drinks
• Separate check-in area · Same Disney shuttle as main Keio Plaza

Area: West Shinjuku
Walk: About 5 min from JR Shinjuku Station (West Exit) via covered walkway. Tochomae Station is about 1–2 min.
Book: View Keio Plaza Hotel Premier Grand on Booking.com

Hotel Groove Shinjuku

Most room options suit families of three; the Garden Suite is the pick for four. The standout is the Japanese Suite – tatami flooring, futon bedding, and space for six in one room. Under-12s stay free on existing beds, which helps with the per-person cost for families with younger children.

The hotel sits above Kabukicho Tower with restaurants, a bar, and a cinema. The area is better suited to families with older teenagers than those with young children. The airport limousine bus from the tower eliminates the need to navigate to a separate bus terminal.

• Premier King/Twin: 32 sq m (345 sq ft) / 3 people
• Premier Triple: 37 sq m (400 sq ft) / 3 people
• Garden Suite King: 53 sq m (570 sq ft) / 4 people
• Premier Suite: 61 sq m (655 sq ft) / 4 people
• Japanese Suite: 61 sq m (655 sq ft) / up to 6 people/tatami + futons
• Free cribs/infant beds · Under-12s stay free on existing beds (up to 2 children) · Airport limousine bus

Area: Kabukicho
Walk: About 5–8 min from JR Shinjuku Station (East Exit). Airport limousine bus from Kabukicho Tower.
Book: View Hotel Groove Shinjuku on Booking.com

Family Ryokans in Shinjuku

A ryokan stay follows different routines and a different pace to a hotel stay — different room setup, different bathing customs, different rhythm to the day. Onsen Ryokan Yuen is the only property in Shinjuku where that experience is available, with a rooftop onsen about 15 minutes from the main station on foot.

See the map below to learn where Onsen Ryokan Yuen is located.

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Onsen Ryokan Yuen Shinjuku

The only property in Shinjuku where a ryokan experience (rooftop onsen, yukata and futons) is available. Children under 5 sleep in the adult bed at no charge; children 6 and over count as adults for occupancy. The whole facility closes June 1–21, 2026; the restaurant stays closed until September 30; construction noise runs 9 am–5 pm through January 31, 2027. The onsen remains open from June 22 onwards.

• Double Room: 25 sq m (270 sq ft) / up to 3 people
• Yuen Suite: 51 sq m (550 sq ft) / up to 4 people
• Premium Double: 33 sq m (355 sq ft) / up to 4 people
• Futons provided for groups of 3+
• Rooftop onsen (Hakone hot spring water) · Kids breakfast 1,000 yen · Children under 5 sleep in adult bed at no charge · Children 6 and over count as adults for occupancy · No baby cots

Area: South East Shinjuku
Walk: About 8–10 min from Shinjuku-Sanchome Station and about 15 min from JR Shinjuku Station.
Book: View Onsen Ryokan Yuen Shinjuku on Booking.com

Hotels for Larger Families (Five Plus People) in Shinjuku

Shinjuku has fewer options for groups of five or more than Asakusa or Ueno. Most options are either smaller than you would like or require splitting your family across two separate connecting rooms (which costs a fair bit more).

For groups of seven or more needing one comfortable space, Shinjuku does not have any options. You are better off looking to stay in Ueno or Asakusa.

• Apartment Hotels:
  • &Here Shinjuku – two concept suites at 70 sq m (755 sq ft) sleeping six adults; a bar room and a cinema room. Themed rooms, not standard family apartments. More details in the Apartment Hotels section.
  • Mimaru Tokyo Shinjuku West – larger apartments at 58–60 sq m (625–645 sq ft) sleeping six, with a full kitchen and tatami room options. Their deluxe Japanese apartment can accommodate up to 8 people (with 2 children who are 6 and under). Full details in the Apartment Hotels section.
  • Illi Tas Shinjuku – seven apartments at 51 sq m (550 sq ft) sleeping up to six, with a full kitchen and in-room washer/dryer. Book early as units fill fast. Full review in the Apartment Hotels section.
• Budget & Hostels:
  • Unplan Shinjuku – 5-person family room at 14 sq m (150 sq ft) with shared bathrooms; the tightest space in this guide. Full details in the Budget and Hostel Options section.
• Premium and Luxury Hotels:
  • Hotel Groove Shinjuku – Japanese Suite at 61 sq m (655 sq ft) sleeping up to six on tatami and futons. Full details in the Premium Family Options section.
  • Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo – connecting rooms across two separate hotel rooms for five or more. Full details in the Premium Family Options section.
• Mid Level Hotels:
  • The Knot Tokyo Shinjuku – Terrace Suite at 109 sq m (1,175 sq ft) with a 137 sq m (1,475 sq ft) private terrace, fitting 4 adults plus 2 children under 5. Full details in the Premium Family Options section.

See the map below to learn more about where the larger family hotels are located.

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Hotels for Families of Three People in Shinjuku

All the properties we’ve discussed above also work for families of three. The additional properties below accommodate only three people. They don’t have room options for four.

See the map below to learn more about where each hotel suitable for a family of three is located.

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Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

The top pick for families of three in this guide, and the only hotel here themed around a single pop culture character. The Godzilla floor has a giant rooftop head, a photo gallery corridor, dedicated themed rooms, and a public terrace. The experience is in the building, not just the room.

Book the Triple Room via the Godzilla Floor package. The room is 28 sq m (300 sq ft). That’s not a lot of space if you have heaps of luggage. It’s best for Godzilla fans aged ten and up, which fits Kabukicho’s energy anyway.

Area: Kabukicho
Walk: About 8–10 min from JR Shinjuku Station (East Exit).
Book: View Hotel Gracery Shinjuku on Booking.com

JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Shinjuku

A well-run modern hotel close to the south exit that works well for families of three in either room type. The Corner Twin at 30 sq m (325 sq ft) fits three without feeling cramped; the Premium Twin at 38 sq m (410 sq ft) gives more floor space and is the more comfortable option if it’s in budget.

We stayed at Hotel Blossom Shinjuku (see our detailed review here) and found it to be an excellent base. It’s well located, has great access to Shinjuku Station and the bus terminal in the station, and the coin laundry across three floors with in-room status monitoring means you can check machine availability without leaving the room.

Walk: About 3–5 min from JR Shinjuku Station (South Exit) via the New South Exit.
Book: View JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Shinjuku on Booking.com

Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo

Studio suites at 40 sq m (430 sq ft) for three, with a high floor option at 52 sq m (560 sq ft). Design-led interiors, deep soaking bath, complimentary minibar, and the closest walk to the main station exits of any hotel in this section. No kitchen and no family-specific facilities.

Prices are above those of the premium hotels already in this guide. It’s worth it if design and location are the priority and you aren’t worried about the price, less so if space and value are more important to you.

Area: South West Shinjuku
Walk: About 7–10 min from JR Shinjuku Station (South and New South exits).
Book: View Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo on Booking.com

Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku

Hotel Sunroute has two triple room options: a Standard Triple at 27 sq m (285 sq ft) and the Pure Wellness Deluxe Twin Triple at 28 sq m (305 sq ft). Both fit three via a sofa converted to an extra bed rather than three separate beds.

It’s one of the closest hotels in this guide to JR Shinjuku Station’s south exit, with airport limousine buses to both airports stopping directly at the hotel.

Area: South West Shinjuku
Walk: Very close to JR Shinjuku Station (South Exit) and Busta Shinjuku bus terminal.
Book: View Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku on Booking.com

Shinjuku Washington Hotel

The Shinjuku Washington has standard Triple rooms that are 24 sq m (260 sq ft). The Sky Residence at 95 sq m (1,020 sq ft), sleeping up to six with a full kitchen, might work for larger groups but is priced well above most hotels in this guide.

A 24-hour FamilyMart inside the building is useful for early starts and late arrivals. Airport limousine buses to both airports stop at the door. Shinjuku Central Park, with a playground, is about an 8-minute walk away.

Area: West Shinjuku
Walk: About 7 min from JR Shinjuku Station (West Exit) and a few min from Tochomae Station (Oedo Line).
Book: View Shinjuku Washington Hotel on Booking.com

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex

The Shinjuku Washington Hotel has triple rooms which are 25 sq m in size (270 sq ft). It’s directly connected to the Annex building, so it shares access to restaurants and other facilities. It’s about 7 minutes to JR Shinjuku Station and a few minutes to Tochomae Station (Oedo Line).

Area: West Shinjuku
Walk: About 7 min from JR Shinjuku Station (West Exit) and a few min from Tochomae Station (Oedo Line).
Book: View Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex on Booking.com

Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower

Odakyu Hotel Century has triple rooms at 31 sq m (335 sq ft) with two twin beds and a sofa bed.

It’s one of the best-connected locations in this guide. It’s directly connected to Shinjuku Station’s south side with JR, Odakyu, and Keio line access, plus the Busta Shinjuku bus terminal is very close. The airport limousine bus service stops at the hotel.

The hotel will be closed for renovation from October 2026 for about 18–24 months.

Area: South West Shinjuku
Walk: A few min from JR Shinjuku Station (South Exit), directly connected to the station area.
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Final Thoughts

Shinjuku works as a family base because of its transport connections and variety, not because the area was built with families in mind.

The apartment hotels in the west and south-east are the practical option for most families. The premium hotels in West Shinjuku suit families who want a full-service hotel, and the Disney shuttle at Keio Plaza is the one thing in this guide that no other Shinjuku hotel can match. Imano Tokyo Hostel is your best budget family option in Shinjuku by a long way.

If budget is the priority, or you want a slower pace and a more traditional vibe, Asakusa and Ueno will offer much more choice and suit most families better.

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