Zoorasia
Family-Friendly Hotels Near Zoorasia Zoo: Zoo Trip Plus Yokohama
Family hotels at Yokohama Station, Minato Mirai, Shin-Yokohama, and Machida with easy access to Zoorasia
6 family-friendly hotels in Zoorasia Zoo, verified by Kids Stay: 4 with crib rental. Every listing is checked against the official hotel website or Rakuten Travel.
When you take the kids to Yokohama Zoological Gardens Zoorasia, it is hard to know whether to stay near the zoo or in the heart of Yokohama. Zoorasia is known for exhibits that recreate the habitats of each region of the world, and you can meet rare animals such as the okapi. Reviews often mention how big the park is, so with kids in tow, how well you can rest before and after the visit can make or break the trip.
The area around the zoo is mostly residential neighborhoods and green space, and hotels cluster around the major terminal stations. The 6 hotels we list for this area are spread across the Yokohama Station area, Minato Mirai, Shin-Yokohama, and Machida. The basic route is to take the Sotetsu Line from Yokohama Station, or the JR Yokohama Line from Shin-Yokohama or Machida, to the nearest station, then ride a local bus to the zoo. Choosing your base according to what else you want to see besides the zoo keeps the itinerary from getting strained.
If you are traveling with a baby, the sleeping setup and the prep for nursing and meals are the main things to look at. 4 hotels offer baby cribs to borrow, and the Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel and Towers and Rembrandt Hotel Tokyo Machida also list nursing rooms and formula-preparation spaces. For families thinking about baby food and toddler meals, The Westin Yokohama is a reassuring choice, with toddler menus, allergy accommodations, and a mini kitchen.
With toddlers through elementary-school kids, it also matters whether the hotel itself is fun. Shin Yokohama Prince Hotel has a themed room with a slide and other play features, and it is within walking distance of the Shinkansen (bullet train) station, so it is easy for families coming from far away. Other options where young children stay free in existing beds include Four Points Flex by Sheraton Yokohama Station West and Hilton Yokohama.
Within the prefecture you also have Yokohama and Minato Mirai, and near the prefectural border toward the Tama area there are places such as Sanrio Puroland and the Yomiuriland area, so it is easy to combine the zoo with city strolls or theme parks. Shifting your plans toward Minato Mirai, which has many indoor attractions, on a rainy day is one way your choice of base can help you prepare for the weather.
Visiting Yokohama Zoological Gardens Zoorasia with kids
A city-run zoo in Asahi Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture.
- Estimated time needed
- Not counting breaks and meals, it takes about 3 to 4 hours to walk around the whole park once.
- Strollers
- Strollers can be rented for 600 yen, and on days when the North Gate is open you can also rent one at the North Gate entrance.
- Nursing rooms and diaper changing
- There are 5 places in the park where you can nurse, including one next to the main gate, and every restroom in the park has a diaper-changing table.
- Age groups and admission
- Admission is free for children under elementary school age, 200 yen for elementary and junior high school students, 300 yen for high school students and similar groups, and 800 yen for general admission.
Source: official sitewww.hama-midorinokyokai.or.jp(2026-10-06)
Highlights
- checkSee rare animals in exhibits that recreate their natural habitats
- checkReachable by train and bus from Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama, and Machida
- checkPlenty of hotel choices that pair well with Minato Mirai sightseeing
Family-friendly features in Zoorasia Zoo
Recommended hotels (6)
The Westin Yokohama
Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel and Towers
Shin Yokohama Prince Hotel
Rembrandt Hotel Tokyo Machida
Hilton Yokohama
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Yokohama Station West
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Nearby attractions
Travel tips
The park is large and involves a lot of walking, so bring a stroller or baby carrier and plan plenty of breaks. Choosing a hotel that offers late checkout also helps, so you are not rushing the morning after a big day at the zoo. The Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel and Towers, The Westin Yokohama, Rembrandt Hotel Tokyo Machida, and Shin Yokohama Prince Hotel are among those that offer it, which makes it easier to protect your child's nap time on the day when tiredness tends to hit.
Best season
Since the zoo is mostly outdoor exhibits, spring and fall, when the weather is mild, are the easiest times to visit. The park has many trees, so you can also enjoy the changing seasons. Summer days are often very hot, so it works well to tour the park early after it opens and rest at your hotel in the afternoon. Winter air tends to be dry, so choosing a hotel that lends humidifiers or air purifiers makes it easier to look after your child's health.
Getting there
To reach Yokohama Zoological Gardens Zoorasia, the basic route is to take a local bus from the nearest station on the Sotetsu Line or the JR Yokohama Line. From hotels around Yokohama Station, use the Sotetsu Line, and from hotels in Shin-Yokohama or Machida, use the JR Yokohama Line to keep transfers to a minimum. From Minato Mirai hotels, the simplest route is to change to the Sotetsu Line at Yokohama Station. If you drive, you can use the zoo's parking lot, which is handy for families with strollers and lots of luggage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages can enjoy Zoorasia and the area around it?
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Zoorasia's exhibits recreate the environments where animals live, so everyone from babies in strollers to elementary-school kids can enjoy it in their own way. The park is large and involves a lot of walking, though, so the younger the child, the more useful it is to plan frequent breaks. Choose a hotel where you can recover before and after the zoo, ideally one with crib rental and late checkout, and the trip will go more smoothly.
Which hotels do you recommend for families with a baby?
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4 hotels offer baby cribs to borrow, so filtering by that condition first is the quickest way to narrow things down. If nursing rooms and formula-preparation spaces matter most, the Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel and Towers and Rembrandt Hotel Tokyo Machida are good candidates, and Rembrandt Hotel Tokyo Machida also lists an electric kettle for making formula, bottle sterilization, and bouncer rental. Loaner items are often limited in number, so it is reassuring to confirm when you book.
Is it inconvenient without a car?
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The usual way to reach the zoo is by local bus from the nearest station on the Sotetsu Line or the JR Yokohama Line, so you can visit without a car. Hotels around Yokohama Station let you use the Sotetsu Line, and hotels in Shin-Yokohama or Machida let you use the JR Yokohama Line, so it helps to choose your base assuming you will travel by train. For families with a baby and lots of luggage, or those who want to bring the stroller along, driving and using the zoo's parking lot is also an option.
How do we spend a rainy day?
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Zoorasia is mostly outdoor exhibits, so it can feel hard to get around on rainy days. When rain is forecast, you can swap in indoor attractions around Minato Mirai, such as the Yokohama Anpanman Children's Museum or the Cup Noodles Museum Yokohama. If you stay in Minato Mirai or around Yokohama Station, it is easier to shift your zoo day earlier or later to match the weather.
When is the best season to visit?
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Because you spend a lot of time walking outdoors, spring and fall, when the weather is mild, are the most comfortable times. Summer can get very hot, so touring early after opening and resting at the hotel during the day eases the load on your kids. Winter air tends to be dry, and many of the representative hotels list humidifier and air purifier loans, so it is easy to keep the room comfortable in any season.