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Family Hotels & Resorts in Matsushima

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Best Matsushima Family Hotels

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Frequently asked questions

What's Matsushima like for family-friendly holidays?
The culturally rich destination of Matsushima is a good choice if you’ve been thinking about a trip with your children. The island setting, museums and parks are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Take to the air and fly into Sendai (SDJ), which is located 19.5 mi (31.4 km) from the city centre.
What's the best hotel for a family trip to Matsushima?
Shintomi-tei is a top 3-star ryokan on Expedia for families, and features free parking and free breakfast. Other good choices to stay with the children include Matsushima Onsen Motoyu Hotel Ubudo and Komatsukan Kofutei.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Matsushima?
The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 3°C. The rainiest months in Matsushima are September, August, October and July, with each month seeing an average of 199 mm of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Matsushima?
Matsushima Islands Pleasure Boat and Kyohei Fujita Glass Museum are interesting attractions that you and your family may enjoy exploring while you are staying in Matsushima. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Matsushima Retoro Kan and Fukuura Island.
What's the best way for us to get around Matsushima?
If you want to venture outside the area, hop on a train at Matsushimakaigan Station. Matsushima may not have many public transport choices, so consider a car rental to maximise your time.