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Nagoya: 10 Excellent Hotels Near Ghibli Park! Plus Free Stays for Kids
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Ghibli Park is a Studio Ghibli theme park that opened near Nagoya in November 2022. Tickets for international guests will go on sale starting January 10, 2023. Read on to learn about Nagoya hotels near Ghibli Park for friends and family alike!
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Editorial assistant at MATCHA since 2022. I'm from Tokyo, and I often go to parks on weekends to see nature and dogs.
I have loved international exchange since I was a child, and during my university years I studied abroad in San Jose, USA. Now, I'm really enjoying discovering new things by seeing Japan from the perspective of a tourist visiting Japan.
Hobbies: Walking, coffee, art, movies, traveling
Favorite places: Shibuya, Yoyogi Park, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Isshiki Beach, Aso in Kumamoto
The Best Hotels for a Trip to Ghibli Park
Ghibli Park is a Studio Ghibli theme park based on the animation studio’s many popular works and opened in Aichi Prefecture in November 2022. Individual tickets for international guests are set to go on sale on January 10, 2023, and will make it easier for international visitors to have a joyful time at the park.
Ghibli Park is around two hours by car from the Chubu Centrair International Airport. The park is located around 50 minutes away from Nagoya Station, a stop on the Shinkansen (bullet train), after transferring to a local train line.
Unfortunately, there aren’t many accommodations near Nagakute, the region in Aichi where Ghibli Park is located. If you want to stay overnight at a hotel for a trip to Ghibli Park, then we recommend browsing through the many hotels with great access near Nagoya Station!
In this article, we introduce our top 10 recommended Nagoya hotels with easy access to Ghibli Park!
1. Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel
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Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel–a hotel with outstanding access and direct connection to Nagoya Station–is located about one hour by train from Ghibli Park.
Guest rooms are located on the 20th floor and above, providing each floor with a sweeping view of the city. Various guest room types are available. If you wish to spend your stay comfortably in a spacious room, then we recommend a Family Fourth Room, furnished with a dining table, or a Connecting Room.
The hotel has an indoor pool that can be used by guests ages four and up. Not only that but a child aged 12 or younger can stay for free per adult in the party, making it the perfect accommodation for families.
Nagoya Castle is accessible in 15 minutes by train while Legoland Japan Resort is accessible in around 40 minutes by train from the hotel. It's extremely convenient to stay at a hotel with a direct connection to the station.
■ Parking Lot: Private parking lot available (paid)
■ Free Kids Stay Eligibility: One child per adult ages 12 or younger
2. Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel
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Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel is another hotel with direct connection to Nagoya Station. The Ghibli Park is accessible in one hour by train.
The guest rooms are furnished with high ceilings and large glass windows that provide a sweeping view of the city. It has an outstanding spaciousness and comfort!
The rooms are also furnished with Simmons mattresses for spacious and quality sleeping comfort as well as a deep soak bathtub to aid in complete recovery from the day’s fatigue brought on by sightseeing in Nagoya. There is also a 24-hour fitness room that guests with exercise routines will appreciate.
This hotel has a great night view from each room and is the perfect accommodation for couples or friends. One child aged 12 or younger can also stay for free per bed in the room, making this an ideal accommodation for families.
■ Parking Lot: Affiliated parking lot available (paid)
■ Free Kids Stay Eligibility: One child per bed ages 12 or younger
3. Mitsui Garden Hotel Nagoya Premier
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Nagoya Premier–gorgeously designed with Japanese elements reminiscent of Nagoya–is a hotel directly connected to the underground concourse of Nagoya Station. Nagoya Castle is accessible in 20 minutes by train, Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium in 30 minutes, and Ghibli Park in one hour.
The guest rooms offer a high-quality interior and view. There are various types available from reasonably priced rooms to a Junior Suite Twin room with a spacious living room. The hotel also has a selection of facilities including a large public bath, massage services, restaurants, and coin laundry.
One child under the age of 12 can stay for free per bed in the room, so this hotel is also recommended for families with children.
■ Parking Lot: Affiliated parking lot available (paid)
■ Free Kids Stay Eligibility: One child per bed under the age of 12
4. Montblanc Hotel Raffine Nagoya Ekimae
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Montblanc Hotel Raffine Nagoya Ekimae, where you can enjoy gorgeous Japanese interior design, is great for those that want to stay in a wonderful hotel available at reasonable prices. It is located only three minutes on foot from Nagoya Station and guests can access the Ghibli Park in about one hour by train.
The hotel has clean, modern guest rooms with an expansive and open city view from its windows! The separate toilet and bathroom make for a pleasant stay regardless of how many guests stay in the room. The Quad Room allows a maximum of four beds to be set up in the room.
Another appealing aspect to the hotel is the use of its convenient facilities. They include, but are not limited to, coin laundry, microwaves, and self-service lockers that are free to use prior to check-in or after check out.
■ Parking Lot: Affiliated parking lot available (paid)
■ Free Kids Stay Eligibility: One child per bed ages 12 or younger
5. Meitetsu Grand Hotel
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The Meitetsu Grand Hotel is directly connected to the underground concourse of Nagoya Station and makes it easy to be on the move even during days with bad weather. The hotel is a one-hour train ride to Ghibli Park.
The guest rooms have a classical, tranquil ambience and are available in numerous variations from Standard Rooms to Family Rooms with four beds. One child under the age of 12 can stay for free per bed in the room.
There are three restaurants in the hotel, including a Japanese cuisine restaurant where you can savor Japanese liquor. Facilities such as coin laundry are also available and convenient.
■ Parking Lot: Parking lot available (paid)
■ Free Kids Stay Eligibility: One child per bed under the age of 12
6. GRAND BASE Nagoya Chiyokura
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The GRAND BASE Nagoya Chiyokura is a hotel where you can delight in the distinct Japanese atmosphere. It is located a seven-minute walk to Nagoya Station and is 70 minutes by train to Ghibli Park.
Executive Suite E, the hotel’s largest guest room, has a maximum capacity of eight people. Children ages six and under can also stay for free in any guest room type. Some guest rooms include a kitchen equipped with tableware and kitchenware as well as a laundry machine. This makes it the perfect hotel for groups and families.
The guest rooms have incorporated traditional Japanese colors into a spatial design and makes a stay at the hotel feel as if you’re at home.
■ Parking Lot: None (Paid coin-operated parking available within a five-minute walk)
■ Free Kids Stay Eligibility: Child(ren) must be six years of age or younger
7. ibis Styles Nagoya
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Ibis Styles Nagoya, more than well equipped for a pleasant stay, is great if you want your stay to be at a reasonable price. Nagoya Station is accessible in eight minutes on foot and Ghibli Park in one hour by train.
The guest rooms are stylish and bright. You can choose between two room types with either a double bed or two single beds.
Yanagibashi Central Market, which has around 300 shops and stalls selling fresh fish, is located about a three-minute walk from the hotel. This is a great place to enjoy breakfast or lunch.
■ Parking Lot: Parking lot available (paid)
■ Free Kids Stay Eligibility: One child per room under the age of 12
8. Nagoya Prince Hotel Sky Tower
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Nagoya Prince Hotel Sky Tower is a hotel seven minutes by shuttle bus to Nagoya Station. The Ghibli Park is accessible in 70 minutes by train.
The hotel is located in GLOBAL GATE, a shopping mall home to restaurants, cafes, and more, and make up floors 31 to 36 of the building. It is an attractive accommodation for not only shopping, but also Nagoya’s night view.
The guest rooms have a natural, refined atmosphere and are characteristic for its spacious layout. Stay in either the Sky Twin, an adjoining room that can be connected to the neighboring room, or the Deluxe Corner Room, furnished with a living room space, for a spacious and comfortable stay even with a group or family.
Stay in a guest room with Club Lounge access and you can enjoy whatever desserts or alcoholic beverages as you please from 8:00 to 21:00 in the Club Lounge.
■ Parking Lot: GLOBAL GATE underground parking lot available (paid)
■ Free Kids Stay Eligibility: One child per bed ages 12 or younger
9. Courtyard by Marriott Nagoya
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Courtyard by Marriott Nagoya is a brand-new riverside hotel opened in March 2022. It is located 11 minutes on foot from Fushimi Station on the Nagoya City Higashiyama Line, a train line with convenient access to Ghibli Park, and is one hour by train to the Ghibli Park.
The guest rooms are fairly spacious. The rooms have a sophisticated, Japanese atmosphere accented by cushions made with Arimatsu shibori, a tie-dyeing technique that is a traditional craft in Nagoya. This is another hotel that would be perfect for couples.
Children under the age of 12 can stay for free. Adjoining rooms that connect are available as well, so we also recommend this hotel to families traveling with children.
■ Parking Lot: Hotel parking lot available (paid) *First-come first-served basis
■ Free Kids Stay Eligibility: One child per adult under the age of 12
10. Hilton Nagoya
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The last hotel we will introduce is Hilton Nagoya, a hotel chain with an established reputation for their high-quality service and hospitality. Much like the hotel introduced earlier, the closest station to the hotel is Fushimi Station. The Ghibli Park is accessible in one hour by train.
The guest rooms, designs inspired by Nagoya Castle, is a charming space with a Japanese essence that exudes throughout the entire room. There are various other guest rooms available including a Japanese-style room for guests to fully immerse themselves in the Japanese mood and an adjoining room suited for a stay with family.
The hotel is fully equipped with facilities such as a fitness room, a heated indoor pool that children will love, and an outdoor tennis court!
You’ll also find restaurants where you can savor Japanese cuisine such as teppanyaki (dishes prepared on an iron griddle) and tempura together with a cooking performance. Without a question, this hotel is where you can make wonderful memories of your Nagoya travels.
■ Parking Lot: Hotel parking lot available (paid)
■ Free Kids Stay Eligibility: Child must be under the age of 12
What to Prepare Next: Transportation and WiFi
Once your travel schedule to Ghibli Park and Nagoya have been made and your hotel reserved, the next thing to do is to prepare for transportation.
International visitors can purchase an unlimited ride pass for the bullet train called the JR PASS at a fixed price. This is an amazing deal if you plan to travel around Japan, so please be sure to check it out.
Check out information on the JR PASS and get an international visitors-exclusive unlimited rides pass at a value
It would also be beneficial to rent a car if you are traveling from Chubu Centrair International Airport, Nagoya Station, or would like to visit other places outside of Ghibli Park.
Make a rental car reservation at Tabirai Car Rental
MATCHA has a coupon exclusive to international visitors that can be used to rent a car from Nippon Rent-A-Car, one of Japan’s leading rental car companies, at a 10% discount. Be sure to check it out if you are an international visitor.
The places that offer free WiFi in Japan are limited. International visitors will find it handy to rent a pocket WiFi during their travels. MATCHA has a coupon for NINJA WiFi (English) that gets you a great discount at 20% off so please feel free to use it.
Stay at a Nagoya Hotel for Easy Access to Ghibli Park!
Ghibli Park is a theme park located in the outskirts of Nagoya. For that reason, we recommend staying at a hotel near Nagoya Station for easy access to the Ghibli Park by train.
This time, we introduced a selection of various hotels near Nagoya Station. These hotels ranged from hotels available at reasonable prices to hotels that make for a pleasant stay even as a family with kids.
We hope you find this article useful in selecting a hotel as a base for your long-awaited Ghibli Park visit!
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Editorial assistant at MATCHA since 2022. I'm from Tokyo, and I often go to parks on weekends to see nature and dogs.
I have loved international exchange since I was a child, and during my university years I studied abroad in San Jose, USA. Now, I'm really enjoying discovering new things by seeing Japan from the perspective of a tourist visiting Japan.
Hobbies: Walking, coffee, art, movies, traveling
Favorite places: Shibuya, Yoyogi Park, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Isshiki Beach, Aso in Kumamoto
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