Winter closure of the open-air baths "Shirakaba-no-yu" (Late December - 28 February) Due to the accumulation of snow, the open-air bath will be closed during the winter. Until it reopens, you will only be able to use the indoor baths. Please note that the outdoor baths, indoor baths and footbaths of "Hanareyu Hyakuhappo" are open for use as usual. Only a minute's walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Shiki no Hotel offers Japanese Yukata robes and indoor/outdoor public hot-spring baths. Free WiFi is availble in public areas. Guests sleep in Japanese futon bedding on tatami (woven-straw) floors or in Western rooms with beds and carpeted floors. Green tea can be enjoyed and each comes with a flat-screen TV and a fridge. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. Local souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop and massages can be requested for an extra cost. Sauna rooms are on-site and ski storage is provided. Yama no Uta restaurant serves Japanese dishes and a breakfast buffet. Shiki no Hotel Zao is a 5-minute walk from Zao Rope Way Station, a 15-minute drive from Yamagata City Wild Plants Garden and a 90-minute drive from Okama Crater. Lina World is a 30-minute drive away. JR Yamagata Train Station is a 40-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Zaō Onsen, this property has an excellent location score of 8.4!

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Open-air bath, ​Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
and
1 futon bed
2 twin beds
and
2 futon beds
2 twin beds
and
1 futon bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Zaō Onsen
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  • Yuko
    United States of America United States of America
    Clean, high end facilities and friendly staff. Dinner and breakfast were amazing.
  • F
    Fensy
    Indonesia Indonesia
    I love the atmosphere as well as tbhe friendly staff
  • Thomas
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff very pleasant and accommodating. Even gave us a ride to the bus station because it was very snowy. Great location close to shops and ropeway.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • 山の詩
    • Cuisine
      Japanese
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Zao Shiki no Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Skiing
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
    Safety & security
    • Safe
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    Spa
    • Public Bath
    • Open-air bath
    • Hot spring bath
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Sauna
    Languages Spoken
    • Japanese

    House rules

    Zao Shiki no Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 7 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Zao Shiki no Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    If you need to change ingredients due to allergies, please kindly contact us by 12:00 the day before since we are not able to make changes on the day.

    Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.

    Please note that restaurants around the area are limited and may close early in the evening. Dining options may be difficult to find after 19:00.

    FAQs about Zao Shiki no Hotel

    • The prices at Zao Shiki no Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Zao Shiki no Hotel is 2,150 feet from the center of Zaō Onsen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Zao Shiki no Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • 山の詩

    • Yes, Zao Shiki no Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Zao Shiki no Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Zao Shiki no Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Sauna
      • Massage
      • Skiing
      • Open-air bath
      • Hot spring bath
      • Public Bath

    • Room options at Zao Shiki no Hotel include:

      • Twin
      • Suite
      • Triple