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Zao Kokusai Hotel

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Only a 1-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Kokusai Hotel offers indoor/outdoor spacious hot-spring baths and Japanese-style rooms.

M
Michael
From
Italy
Everything. A little paradise in zao onsen!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews
Price from
US$234.65
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

M
Ming Yik
From
Hong Kong
Staff are friendly and they can speak simple English. Breakfast and dinner are delicious. Room is big and provided the charge cables. Spa is good. Also, there is a big car park on the ground floor.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
US$173.82
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen, 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

S
SUJARIN
From
Thailand
the location is good for us is near cable car to top view. and staffs are so kind to suggest good information for us. onsens here is good love it all
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Price from
US$89.53
1 night, 2 adults

Onsen & Stay OAKHILL

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Onsen & Stay OAKHILL features views of the mountain. With ski-to-door access, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

Y
Yoni Katz
From
Israel
Just next to a ski resort, it was excellent and above and beyond expectations. And I really loved the onsen, an amazing experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Price from
US$176.28
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Hotel Jurin

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Jurin offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and ski-to-door access.

L
Liang Tso
From
Taiwan
Location is convenient for ski enthusiasts, onsen was very comfortable, and room was very comfortable and spacious for family stay. Can see the lift right from the window of the hotel room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Price from
US$267.97
1 night, 2 adults

Sailer Hütte

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen and with Zao Onsen Ski Resort reachable within 700 metres, Sailer Hütte offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant.

B
Brooke
From
Australia
Absolutely amazing location, snowboard right to the front door! The room we booked was a twin room with private ensuite and it was spacious and had everything we needed. Bed was really comfy but the pillow not as much.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews
Price from
US$105.34
1 night, 2 adults

Takasagoya Ryokan

Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Takasagoya Ryokan features accommodation with access to a public bath.

E
Ed
From
Malaysia
The breakfast and dinner is traditional Japanese and is excellent and value for money. The dinner was especially sumptuous and was more than expected. It had a small onsen and for the more adventurous you can also use on of the 3 public onsen that was only steps away from the front door. It's exceptionally close to the ski lift - easily walkable even with gear.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
Price from
US$184.35
1 night, 2 adults

Forest Inn Sangoro

Zao Onsen

With Zao Onsen Ski Resort reachable in 3.1 km, Forest Inn Sangoro offers accommodation, a restaurant, a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property.

L
Leonard
From
Singapore
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Facilities were clean and well thought out. Meals were really of high quality / restaurant worthy. Staff were attentive, helpful, responsive and friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
US$125.09
1 night, 2 adults

Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte

Zao Onsen

Featuring a garden and a bar, Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte is located in Zao Onsen. The 3-star guest house features mountain views and is 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

A
Adam
From
United Kingdom
Fantastic location, right on Uwanodai slope - actual ski-in ski-out. Host was extremely friendly and helpful, the food in the restaurant was great and good value. Nice draught beer! Shower in room with a shared hot bath that could be booked for free. There's a ski/boot room in the basement that opens onto the slope. The decor is a bit dated but in a very charming way.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
US$164.60
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Zao Onsen

Located within a 10-minute walking distance from the Zao Sky Cable aerial lift, Miyamaso Takamiya features 9 natural hot spring baths for guests to enjoy.

R
Ray Ming
From
Taiwan
Everything is perfect! The amazing experience was starting from the transportation service. Then the check-in and dinner services, everything feels perfect! I can feel the staffs are all proud of this Hotel and its history and spirit. Thanks for Takamiya gave us such warm experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Price from
US$333.15
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 392 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Zao Onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

Situated in Zao Onsen, 400 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, ロッヂ スガノ features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$98.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Located in Zao Onsen, 300 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Yoshidaya has ski-to-door access, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

From US$123.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

Situated in Zao Onsen, Zao Plaza Hotel features accommodation with a public bath and an open-air bath. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

Situated in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Onsen & Stay OAKHILL features views of the mountain. With ski-to-door access, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

From US$120.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

Set in Zao Onsen, 400 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Lucent features accommodation with a public bath and an open-air bath.

From US$181.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Located in Zao Onsen, しばママのお宿 ShibaMamas Casual Hotel offers accommodation with free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a shared lounge and ski-to-door access.

From US$98.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

Situated in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Winter Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room features accommodation with free WiFi and...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Situated in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Green Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room features accommodation with free WiFi and...

Budget hotels in Zao Onsen and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

Yamagata Zao Pension Aplon Stage is a 3-star property set in Kaminoyama. It offers free WiFi, ski-to-door access, a garden and a restaurant.

From US$92.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews

Situated in Kaminoyama in the Yamagata region, Snowfall Meteor 飛雪流星 has a garden. It is located 2.2 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort and provides luggage storage space.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Situated in Yamagata with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Zao Base スキー場から徒歩1分 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Situated in Yamagata, 200 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, 蔵王温泉 林檎屋 has ski-to-door access, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 653 reviews

Renovated in 2017, Meitoya Sou offers a modern-style ryokan with natural hot spring baths. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site.

From US$152.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews

Located within a 10-minute walking distance from the Zao Sky Cable aerial lift, Miyamaso Takamiya features 9 natural hot spring baths for guests to enjoy.

From US$564.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

Set in Zao Onsen, less than 1 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira has ski-to-door access, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

Situated in Yamagata, 500 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Onsen Lodge Sukore - Vacation STAY 55497v features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

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Set in Kaminoyama in the Yamagata region, Zao Liza Woody Lodge offers accommodation with free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews

Yuuyu No Sato Yusa offers a sauna and free private parking, and is within 12 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 2.9 km of Lina World.

From US$289.69 per night

Situated in Yamagata, 500 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Onsen Lodge Sukore - Vacation STAY 55487v features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

Providing a restaurant and a bar, Lodge Scole is located in Zao Onsen, not far from Zao Onsen Ski Resort. Complimentary WiFi is provided and private parking is available on site.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

Lodge Christmas Rose Zao has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Zao Onsen, less than 1 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 392 reviews

Situated in Zao Onsen, 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$89.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

Featuring a garden and a bar, Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte is located in Zao Onsen. The 3-star guest house features mountain views and is 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Located within less than 1 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort in Zao Onsen, 蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里 offers accommodation with seating area.

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What guests said about Zao Onsen:

8.0

Nice village style ski resort.

Nice village style ski resort. Not busy except for the weekend, which ended up a long weekend as it was the Emperor's birthday on the monday. Always good to check public holidays when going to a ski resort and arrive on a Sunday afternoon.
Guest review by
Christian
Australia
8.0

Lots of snow during our stay in December. Great skiing.

Lots of snow during our stay in December. Great skiing. Ideally stay around ski lifts so its easier to get to the lifts.. Just be aware to choose a sunny day to take the ski lifts to view the Snow Monster! Takes around more than 1 hour to get on the ski lifts. Many tourist and queue is long. You wont be able to see much if the weather is bad. Never short of snow in Zao Onsen. Nice little village with Lawsons, Family Marts to get your usual Japanese stuff. Limited restaurants but can get by with simple meals. If you want to get to Yamagata City its only 30 mins away by taxi. You have a choice if you want more varieties.
Guest review by
Meng
Malaysia
8.0

In the summer, Zao is very quiet during weekdays.

In the summer, Zao is very quiet during weekdays. It rains almost every day, so it's advisable to pack quick-dry clothes and sturdy shoes for walking uphill and downhill. If you prefer fruits and vegetables, make sure to bring some with you, as there's no fresh market in town and the only local convenience store doesn't offer many healthy choices. If you happen to encounter a serow, don't make the mistake we did by running away thinking it was a hyena—quite silly of us!
Guest review by
NANTANA
Thailand
8.0

Zao onsen is a lovely getaway in the Japanese mountains.

Zao onsen is a lovely getaway in the Japanese mountains. Mostly tailored to skiers and snowboarders though, with the many hills and ski facilities. But it's also a lovely place for a brief visit if you want some relaxation and onsens. We visited mainly for seeing the Zao Snow monsters and relaxing at a nice hotel. Unforuntately the Snow Monsters had already melted when we were there, and only one cablecar worked going up the mountain, so there was a huge line. The town is cozy with a few restaurant options. We did not ski and stayed for two nights which was just the right amount of time, as there's not that much to experience in the town, other than ski, visit onsen and take the cablecar (if it's working properly)
Guest review by
Camilla
Denmark
10

It's good for a few days of hitting the slopes and had a...

It's good for a few days of hitting the slopes and had a surprising number for eateries compared to some of the other onsen towns. The juhyo (snow monster) is an interesting sight (depending on the weather) especially since you will have to go right to the top of the mountain to see it. It has a night viewing session depending on the season for the juhyo also. And if you're driving, Yamagata town is just a short 30mins drive down the mountain and you'll have more eateries to choose from.
Guest review by
Ed
Malaysia
10

I stayed in Zao Onsen in mid October and had a beautiful...

I stayed in Zao Onsen in mid October and had a beautiful time absorbed in the energy of the mountains and blown away by the ‘koyo’ autumn leaves 🧡 In the off season, it proves a serene escape to soak in the onsens, and take in the clean air and stunning views on various hikes. I can only imagine how much fun it would be when covered in snow!
Guest review by
Tamsyn
Australia

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From US$304.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
Spacious, courteous staff and free shuttle bus from Yamagata Station to the hotel. The hotel dinner was exceptional, and breakfast included a great variety of food. The outside onsen was cosy, and they provided a common pantry for use; there were drinks, ice cream, and manga to enjoy. They even had a call service to call you to catch the shuttle bus. The place is also within walking distance to the ropeway. Overall, stay was beyond satisfaction.
Guest review by
Chrystabel Cai Jing
Singapore
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
The accommodation is great and the host family is super nice! Great place to stay when skiing. They helped us out a lot and gave us lots of good advice that allowed us to enjoy Zao Onsen to the max.
Guest review by
Magnus
Japan
From US$208.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews
Good location, just 1 min walk to the ski resorts. The rooms are clean and spacious. Private onsen available
Guest review by
Xuechen
Singapore
From US$162.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
Lovely ryokan, good location, nice onsen. Ability to use onsens in sister hotel.
Guest review by
Carole
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Excellent location for ski in ski out, owner was very helpful.
Guest review by
Diane
New Zealand