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Family-friendly hotels near Matsuyama Station
Information checked on 2026-11-05. Hours, admission and facilities can change; please confirm on the official site before you go.
About Matsuyama Station
Matsuyama Station is a JR Shikoku Yosan Line station at Minamiedo 1-chome in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, and serves as the main station of the prefectural capital. It was elevated on September 29, 2024, and is now an elevated station with two island platforms and four tracks. The ticket gates and Dandan-dori, a shopping area with shops and restaurants, are on the first floor, and the platforms are on the third floor. The Shiokaze, Ishizuchi, and Uwakai limited express trains stop here, and the Shiokaze connects to the Sanyo Shinkansen at Okayama Station. Buses to Dogo Onsen and Matsuyama Airport leave from in front of the station, and there is also a JR Matsuyama-ekimae stop on the Iyotetsu (Iyo Railway) city tram.
Visiting Matsuyama Station with kids
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Cross-platform limited express transfers
The Shiokaze and Ishizuchi use Platform 1, and the Uwakai uses Platform 2 (except Uwakai No. 7), so transfers are made across the same platform. Only Uwakai No. 7 differs from this arrangement.
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Restrooms and coin lockers
The ticket gates are on the first floor, and the first floor also has restrooms (outside the gates) and coin lockers. There are restrooms on the second floor as well.
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Shops inside the station
Dandan-dori, the shopping area on the first floor, has souvenir shops, restaurants, and a convenience store. There is also a kiosk on the platform for Platforms 1 and 2, selling ekiben (boxed meals sold at stations) and drinks.
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Second-floor waiting room
The second floor has a waiting room that doubles as a Taiwan exchange gallery. Because the platforms are on the third floor, you go up from the ticket gates before boarding your train.
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Bus stops in front of the station
From the bus stops in front of the station, Iyotetsu buses toward Dogo Onsen leave from Stops 2 and 3, and limousine buses to Matsuyama Airport leave from Stop 5.
The JR Matsuyama-ekimae tram stop is scheduled to be relocated and extended. The boarding location may change.
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Hotels within 1.5 km of Matsuyama Station (3, nearest first)
Of the family-friendly hotels listed on Kids Stay, 3 are within 1.5 km of Matsuyama Station. They are sorted from nearest to farthest, with the distance to each.
HOTEL MYSTAYS Matsuyama
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Travel tips
Limited express trains run hourly. The Uwakai arrives at Platform 2 (except No. 7), and the Shiokaze and Ishizuchi arrive at Platform 1, so transfers involve only a short walk. The platforms are on the third floor and the ticket gates are on the first floor, so if you have a lot of luggage, it is easier to use a coin locker on the first floor first. Ekiben and drinks can be bought at the kiosk on the platform for Platforms 1 and 2.
Best season
In the Dogo Onsen area, where you will likely be based, spring and autumn bring mild weather, which makes sightseeing comfortable, along with cherry blossoms and fall foliage at Matsuyama Castle and Dogo Park. Summer is very hot, so it is best to save outdoor activities for the cooler mornings and evenings. Winter is relatively warm and easy to enjoy in this region.
Getting there
During the daytime, the city tram takes about 11 minutes to Matsuyama City Station on Line 2 and about 25 minutes to Dogo Onsen on Line 5. Buses to Dogo Onsen and Matsuyama Airport leave from the stops in front of the station.
Access and basic information
| location_onAddress | Minamiedo 1-chome, Matsuyama, Ehime |
|---|---|
| trainNearest station | JR Shikoku Yosan Line (station numbers Y55 and U00), Iyotetsu city tram JR Matsuyama-ekimae |
| local_parkingParking | Park & Ride Kisuke parking lot available |
| callPhone | 089-926-1013(案内所) |
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FAQ
Are there coin lockers?
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Yes, on the first floor. The ticket gates are also on the first floor, so you can store your luggage before boarding your train.
Are the restrooms outside the ticket gates?
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The first-floor restrooms are outside the gates. There are also restrooms on the second floor.
How do I get to Dogo Onsen?
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Buses toward Dogo Onsen leave from Stops 2 and 3 in front of the station. By city tram, Line 5 takes about 25 minutes.
Can I take a bus to the airport?
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Yes. Limousine buses and regular buses to Matsuyama Airport leave from Stop 5 in front of the station.
Are there family-friendly lodgings near the station?
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Yes, there are 3 within 1.5 km. The nearest is HOTEL MYSTAYS Matsuyama, about 0.7 km away. It offers baby crib rental and free stays for children who share a bed.