Miyakojima Family Hotels: Miyako Blue Seas & White-Sand Beaches

When choosing a family hotel on Miyakojima, the first thing you'll wrestle with is whether to stay close to the beach or somewhere in town that's convenient for shopping. If the clear, turquoise waters known as "Miyako Blue" are the whole reason you're coming, a beachfront resort is tempting; but if you plan to explore the island by rental car, a hotel in town has its own appeal. With a young child in tow, the burden of getting around and the hotel's facilities matter just as much.

Miyakojima's biggest draw is its white-sand beaches and the vivid sea color known as Miyako Blue, and the island offers everything from beachfront resorts to hotels in town. What's great for families is that many hotels are within walking distance of the beach. When you can walk to the water, it's easy to build a day around your child's pace — a swim in the morning, a nap back in the room, and another swim in the afternoon. Of the hotels on this page, six are close to the beach, so you're unlikely to run short of options on Miyakojima.

Many families want to prioritize a pool, and four hotels have shallow pools where kids can play. Even if the ocean still feels a bit early for your child's age, a shallow pool makes it easier for them to get their first taste of water play. For a refuge on rainy days or during the strongest sun, three hotels also have indoor play areas. On an island trip that's often at the mercy of the weather, having an indoor play space gives parents a bit more peace of mind.

If you're traveling with a baby, three hotels offer crib rental, 2 provide baby food, and 1 are certified Welcome Baby hotels that put extra effort into welcoming families with children. If you want time that belongs to just your family, three hotels also offer cottages or whole-building rentals where you can relax without worrying about other guests. And for families who want to soothe the fatigue of travel, one hotel has a communal bath. Centered on the ocean and beaches, but with options to match your family's makeup and your child's age — that's what makes choosing a hotel on Miyakojima interesting.