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Zao Kokusai Hotel, hotel in Zaō 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.

The location was very convenient to get bus and lopeway
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
302 reviews
Price from$197.57per night
Takamiya Hotel Hammond, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Only a 5-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Hotel Hammond Takamiya offers public hot-spring baths. Guests can use free Wi-Fi in guest rooms and at the public areas.

Many games to play and relax
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
202 reviews
Price from$92.24per night
Takamiya Hotel Jurin, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Offering ski-to-door access right across from Uwanodai Ski Area, Hotel Jurin features a hot spring bath, free Wi-Fi at the lobby and a restaurant.

This was a very clean and comfortable hotel, right on the ski slopes. We sent our skiis to and from Narita airport via the affordable luggage delivery. Room was huge and clean, onsen was nice, staff was very helpful and friendly. Discount ski lift tickets are available at the front desk.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
93 reviews
Price from$264.85per night
ロッヂ スガノ, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 5-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, ロッヂ スガノ has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Breakfast is ok. You can walk to the end of the road and reach the slopes
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
22 reviews
Price from$95.01per night
Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Takamiya Rurikura Resort features ski-to-door access from Yokukura ski slope, an outdoor hot spring bath and karaoke rooms.

rooms are nice and clean Coffee is good
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
114 reviews
Price from$200.43per night
Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Only a 5-minute walk from the Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Omiya Ryokan features Japanese-style rooms, hot spring baths and massage treatments.

日式風格的房間
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
268 reviews
Price from$148.89per night
Zao Shiki no Hotel, hotel in Zaō Onsen

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.

Clean room with beautiful green view from room. Close to 2 onsen.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
259 reviews
Price from$180.39per night
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso, hotel in Zaō Onsen

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

I would absolutely recommend this property to anyone! It is a little out of the way (1 hr bus ride from Yamagata station) but it’s well worth it. Two separate baths with two separate origin waters and a private bath you can book by the hour, and an outdoor bathtub in your room was really cool. It includes a very traditional dinner and breakfast using local specialties. Local sake selection for dinner/room service was also excellent. The staff was so polite and nice - they even carried our luggage to our room and picked us up at the bus station! Room was nice and big with seasonal nature sounds.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
155 reviews
Price from$314.96per night
Le Vert Zao, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Just a 1-minute walk to Nakamori Ski Resort, Le Vert Zao offers both Japanese and Western-style rooms.Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas and free private parking is provided.

location is good, close to the chair lift and central cable.
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
86 reviews
Price from$188.72per night
Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Located just an 8-minute walk from Zao-onsen Ski Resort, Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira features various natural hot spring baths and stunning seasonal views of surrounding Zao mountains.

The fountain view was nice and the hotel was very clean.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
98 reviews
Price from$136.01per night
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  • Scored 8.0
    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)
    Camilla
    Denmark
  • Scored 10
    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.
    Ed
    Malaysia
  • Scored 10
    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!
    Tamsyn
    Australia
  • Scored 4.0
    4.0

    I booked for a group of 3 families.

    I booked for a group of 3 families. When I checked in they assumed that the Japanese family is the primary contact. The hotel front refused my ID and address and INSISTED that the Japanese family should be the primary contact and address. This is unacceptable considering that I am the one booking. It caused a lot of confusion and uncomfortable to my group. If you do not want foreigner to book the property then why bother listing it in the booking.com?
    Reza Surja
    Japan
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0

    Interesting for its hot springs one can find almost...

    Interesting for its hot springs one can find almost everywhere and its location in a charming mountain are. The little town itself doesn't offer much and is rather boring. Few restaurants that close early at about 3 pm and hardly any shopping facilities. Fortunately, there is at least a small convenience store. The sulphurous smell of the hot springs can be noticed all around the area.
    Gerd
    Germany
  • Scored 10
    10

    Staying at the Christmas Rose Hotel was perfect for hot...

    Staying at the Christmas Rose Hotel was perfect for hot springs ( onsen ) and also close to convenience store. The owners are very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Free rides to zao hp town and had coupons for the four main hot springs there. Tatami mat flooring and Japanese type hotel. Perfect for relaxing away from major city type hotels. Peaceful time memories. I have videos on youtube also about it. Highly recommended!! Zao Onsen is an amazing place.
    Rockitfish Ray
    United States of America

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  • From $354.33 per night
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 302 reviews
    The facilities are well kept. Love the old Japan hotel feeling with clean, comfortable and unpretentious decorations. A car stop at entrance plus a close by car park in addition to the bigger car park. Staff at check in is professional and at breakfast are great. At dinner, food was nicely presented and it is also a pleasant experience with some selection of sake. Sofa chair in the room we booked extra for was clean and nice! Thank you.
    Ka Chun
    Germany
  • From $214.75 per night
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 86 reviews
    Superb customer service. Thanks a lot for help us to get on the bus on time and get to the cable car. Appreciate. The room is big and clean, with a fantastic room view. There is onsen in the hotel for 24 hours. Love it so much! Highly recommended!
    CLAIRE
    Malaysia
  • From $130.15 per night
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 117 reviews
    This was a wonderful boutique ski in ski out resort with wonderful food and friendly service. It was exactly what we were after!
    Andrew Sydney
    Australia
  • From $214.75 per night
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 154 reviews
    It was our second time in this wonderful hotel. the staff and the food are excellent.
    Adriana
    Spain
  • From $174.24 per night
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 202 reviews
    The room was spacious. Could use other Takamiya hotel’s onsen bath.
    miki
    Australia