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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.

H
Henry Adrian Jr
From
United Arab Emirates
Breakfast: Japanese Buffet Dinner: Japanese Cusine Onsen: Private and Public (Best Onsen) Room:
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$214.90
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Hotel in Zaō Onsen

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 6-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

P
Płaska
From
South Korea
The room was spacious, clean and nice. The view from the window was charming. The onsens, both outdoor and indoor, were great, comfortable and nice. The whole hotel is a pleasant place to relax.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 374 reviews
Location 8.3
Price from
$92.24
1 night, 2 adults

Onsen & Stay OAKHILL

Hotel in Zaō Onsen

Onsen & Stay OAKHILL is located in Zaō Onsen, a 8-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. Featuring ski-to-door access, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

A
Andrew
From
Australia
Everything. The hotel is in a great location. The rooms were clean and well equipped. The facilities were good, but the onsen (particularly the outdoor section) was magical. The breakfasts were excellent. The staff were incredibly welcoming and were friendly and helpful at all times.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
Location 8.6
Price from
$128.21
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Hotel Jurin

Hotel in Zaō Onsen

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 9-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Jurin provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and ski-to-door access.

C
Christophe
From
France
Location. Very attentionnée staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
$276.09
1 night, 2 adults

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.

A
Alvarez Vieyra
From
Mexico
The staff was welcoming and always willing to help despite they do not speak English, it seems to be more oriented to Japanese tourists but as a foreign, everithing went smoothly. I had 1 dinner in the restaurant and it was really tasty
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Location 8.0
Price from
$94.97
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort

Hotel in Zaō Onsen

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 8-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

A
Anastasia
From
United Arab Emirates
Very friendly and helpful staff, warm and clean rooms, onsen in the building, rental and lift tickets, storage in the building. Coffee machine available at extra price in the lobby
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
$179.09
1 night, 2 adults

Takasagoya Ryokan

Zaō Onsen

Takasagoya Ryokan features rooms in Zaō Onsen. The 3-star ryokan is a 2-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. The ryokan offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi.

I
Ivy
From
Philippines
Warmest accommodations I’ve ever received. I loved every aspect of the place - sleeping, living, dining, showering, onsen, accessibility to the slopes. This is a beautiful place! The owners were very nice and they were very forgiving of our mistakes and helped out with our request.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$119.39
1 night, 2 adults

Forest Inn Sangoro

Zaō Onsen

With Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort reachable in 1.9 miles, Forest Inn Sangoro provides accommodations, a restaurant, a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property....

L
Leah
From
Singapore
It’s beautifully situated. Up in the mountains with gentle slopes and lovely hiking trails. Property is cozy and clean and the staff were very nice, responsive and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$122.10
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

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.

C
Chun Ying
From
Canada
Friendly staff, excellent meals, traditional ryokan with full of histories!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$343.25
1 night, 2 adults

Pension Puutaro

Zaō Onsen

Offering a garden, Pension Puutaro offers accommodations in Zaō Onsen.

N
Navapon
From
Thailand
Excellent service! The staff at Pension Puutaro were incredibly friendly and attentive, going above and beyond to make my stay comfortable. Highly recommend for their exceptional hospitality!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
$169.59
1 night, 2 adults
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Best hotels with breakfast in Zaō Onsen and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

    Snowfall Meteor 飛雪流星 offers accommodations in Kaminoyama, 1.4 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

    From $100.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews

    Yuuyu No Sato Yusa offers a sauna and free private parking, and is within 7.7 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort and 1.8 miles of Lina World.

    From $273.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews

    A 4-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort in Zaō Onsen, Takamiya Hotel Lucent features accommodations with access to a public bath and open-air bath.

    From $186.55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews

    Takasagoya Ryokan features rooms in Zaō Onsen. The 3-star ryokan is a 2-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. The ryokan offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    From $119.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

    Winter Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room offers accommodations in Zaō Onsen, a 3-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

    Zao Base スキー場から徒歩1分 is a recently renovated guest house in Yamagata near Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. This guest house features free private parking, full-day security, and free Wifi.

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

    Providing a bar, 蔵王温泉 林檎屋 provides accommodations in Yamagata. Featuring free private parking, the 2-star ryokan is a 2-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

Hotels located in the center of Zaō Onsen

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

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

    From $115.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 659 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

    A 3-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort in Zaō Onsen, Yoshidaya features accommodations with access to a hot spring bath and public bath.

    From $126.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews

    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.

    From $373.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

    Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira in Zaō Onsen provides accommodations with an open-air bath and a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

    Zao Plaza Hotel in Zaō Onsen provides accommodations with an open-air bath and a garden. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is a 6-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

    From $231.32 per night
  • 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 Zaō Onsen, not far from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. Complimentary WiFi is provided and private parking is available on site.

Budget hotels in Zaō Onsen and nearby

  • Located in Yamagata, a 6-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Zao Onsen Lodge Sukore - Vacation STAY 55497v has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Located in Yamagata, a 6-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Zao Onsen Lodge Sukore - Vacation STAY 55487v has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 374 reviews

    Located in Zaō Onsen, a 6-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    A 11-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort in Zaō Onsen, 蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里 offers accommodations with access to a hot spring bath.

    From $298.48 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews

    Located in Yamagata and with Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort reachable within a 7-minute walk, オーベルジュ樹氷 provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

  • Located in Yamagata, a 8-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Zao Sunvalley Hotel provides accommodations with a restaurant and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews

    G-SQUARE offers accommodations in Yamagata, a 8-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    Onsen & Stay OAKHILL is located in Zaō Onsen, a 8-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. Featuring ski-to-door access, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    From $124.65 per night

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What Guests Said About Zaō 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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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 $119.39 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
    The place is so cute, especially the staff. Keep in mind that you are in more rural parts of Japan so alot of people do not speak English but they tried so hard and explained everything even though I only understood like half of what they said, the staff was so lovely. Even though the structure itself is old (with squeaky floors included) the ryokan is really charming and it feels really warm. They give you so much quality food and I was left pretty stuffed at the end
    Guest review by
    Leeann
    Australia
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
    The hosts were so kind to give me a room that had a view of the ski slopes. I was so pleasantly surprised to see that! The Ryokan had a very traditional feel to it - reminds me of the old Japan we see in history books. There was an eclectic collection of equipment, kokeshi dolls and interesting photos that tell the history of Zao onsen and this ryokan. Breakfast was also really delicious - particularly the nasu. I felt so honoured to have stayed in such a place.
    Guest review by
    Karen カレン
    Singapore
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
    We had a great stay at Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira. Lots of onsens and the breakfast a mix of Japanese and western food. The hotel provided us with discount vouchers for ski hire and offered a shuttle service. Zao Onsen is a beautiful resort and the hotel was a short walk from the bottom of onsen no. 4 quad.
    Guest review by
    Emilla
    Australia
  • From $393.99 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
    The hotel was lovely and staff were excellent. Great location and an easy walk to the ski field and village for dinner. I stayed in a traditional Japanese room and the view of the village was beautiful. The staff were always helpful and very friendly. Highly recommend.
    Guest review by
    Louise
    Australia
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 443 reviews
    The breakfast was great but a little repetitive for 7 days straight. Location was perfect. Short easy walk up to gondola and easy walk to restaurants… loved the Onsen and loved the traditional style of the hotel…
    Guest review by
    Julie
    Australia
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