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Yamagata

3 ryokans

Zaō Onsen

15 ryokans

Tsuruoka

12 ryokans

Yonezawa

6 ryokans

Tendo

7 ryokans

Kaminoyama

11 ryokans

Mogami

3 ryokans

The best ryokans in Yamagata

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Ichiraku tendo spa & brewery

Tendo Onsen, Tendo

Ichiraku tendo spa & brewery in Tendo provides accommodations with an open-air bath, a garden, and a terrace.

A
Amanda
From
Japan
What a cool place! There were so many opportunities to taste the beer that was brewed locally on-site. From the drinks bar at check-in to the tasting room open all day to the all-you-can-drink plan at dinner, the hotel was really quite generous with their liquid offerings. Even non-drinkers are accommodated with plenty of alcohol-free options. We also liked that they had multiple private baths on site. The main onsen were also quite nice. The food was fantastic and the beef served at dinner was some of the best I've had.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews
Price from
$359.03
1 night, 2 adults

Takasagoya Ryokan

Zaō Onsen

Takasagoya Ryokan features rooms in Zaō Onsen. This 3-star ryokan offers luggage storage space and daily room service.

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, 306 reviews
Price from
$178.25
1 night, 2 adults

Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya

Tendo Onsen, Tendo

Boasting natural hot spring baths, Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya is located a 15-minute walk from JR Tendo Station, 31 mi from Sendai.

B
Bongkot
From
Thailand
It was such a lovely experience to spend our night at Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya. All staff are friendly with warm smiles, as its name 😊 It is very clean. I am very impressed when I see the lady at the front desk even clean the suitcases’ wheels for us before guiding us to the room. The food and services were excellent. Especially with the food, they are very careful with the preparation, since we have some food restrictions. It is also close to Yamadera. Therefore, I would recommend staying here if you are looking for a place to spend the night near Yamadera.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews
Price from
$215.05
1 night, 2 adults

Tendo Onsen TAKINOYU

Tendo Onsen, Tendo

Tendo Onsen TAKINOYU provides a hot spring bath and a public bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodations in Tendo. This 3-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and an elevator.

M
Marc Tan
From
Malaysia
Everything, So touched, the hot & cold water jugs are freshly refilled. Example for all Japan hotel, what is "I felt welcome" means. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Price from
$227.70
1 night, 2 adults

Tamonkan

Mount Haguro, Tsuruoka

Tamonkan in Tsuruoka provides accommodations with a garden and a terrace. This ryokan offers free private parking and luggage storage space.

P
Penphan
From
Japan
This was my second stay at Tamonkan. We rarely return to the same hotel, even if we had a good experience, but we’d happily come back to Tamonkan every year! This time, we rented a car, which made it even more convenient to explore the beautiful mountains and nearby cities. Tamonkan also offers free parking right across from the ryokan. The owners are incredibly kind and are always happy to provide information and recommendations for local attractions and shops where you can buy regional products. And, of course, the breakfast and dinner are super healthy, fresh, and delicious. We stayed for 4 days and 3 nights, and although the ryokan was fully booked on some nights, it was always quiet and relaxing. I never had to share the spacious, comfortable bath and shower room with any other guests. I really enjoyed my stay and felt truly relaxed. See you again next year!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews
Price from
$101.20
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.

D
Darcy
From
Australia
Excellent all around. Amazing food and kind staff who were very attentive and accomodating. Hertiage buikding was an amazing serene setting for a holiday.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews
Price from
$341.55
1 night, 2 adults

Tendo Hotel

Tendo Onsen, Tendo

Offering city views, Tendo Hotel in Tendo provides accommodations, an open-air bath, and free bikes.

M
Moshe
From
Israel
The rooms were spacious, spotless, and wonderfully comfortable, complemented by exceptional, attentive service from the helpful staff throughout our stay. The open-air hot spring baths were also a wonderful touch, making for a truly relaxing experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
$143.11
1 night, 2 adults

Tsutaya

Nishikawa

Providing mountain views, Tsutaya in Nishikawa features accommodations and a garden. A hot tub is available for guests. The ryokan also provides free Wifi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
$297.27
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Ryokan Sagiya Sansorai

Kaminoyama Onsen, Kaminoyama

Takamiya Ryokan Sagiya Sansorai in Kaminoyama provides accommodations with an open-air bath and a garden. This ryokan features free private parking, free shuttle service, and free Wifi.

K
Keri
From
United States
Everything about our stay was wonderful! Every staff member was incredibly kind and helpful. The onsen is lovely, food is excellent with local wines and sake available, and great shuttle service which made our transit to and from nearby Zao onsen easy. It was our most memorable stay in Japan!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews
Price from
$227.70
1 night, 2 adults

Tsukinoike

Kaminoyama Onsen, Kaminoyama

Providing an open-air bath, Tsukinoike features accommodations in Kaminoyama. This 3-star ryokan offers an elevator and full-day security.

T
Thanatat
From
Thailand
Everything!!! The room, Olsen, the food, and of course all the staffs and chef.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Price from
$215.05
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Avg. price/night: $173.94
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
Area was lovely. The zao outdoor spa recommended was up hills to the top of the town, so far to walk, hotel would not give us a lift up to the outdoor spa, even though they offer a discount. Staff were nice and helpfull. Hotel onsen was lovely
Guest review byjennifer
Travelers with friends
Avg. price/night: $173.94
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 550 reviews
Onsen & the food
Guest review byMianxuan
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $104.36
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews
We would definitely recommend this ryokan as the staff was warm, helpful and considerate, the room was spacious and nicely decorated, the baths were indoor but had large windows with a nice view of a japanese garden, and the food was very very good; the staff could even accomodate the needs of my vegetarian partner. The price was also really convenient. In conclusion, we had a wonderful experience during our stay there.
Guest review byAyurzana
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
Onsens and Japanese foods
Guest review byKerrie
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $187.85
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
For the price I paid, the quality of food exceeds expectation so were the hot springs. My only grouse is the pillows were not the traditional buck wheat pillows I expected. Meals were served in the room which has a separate sitting and dining area from the bed room. The Yonezawa beef came with a price but it is well worth paying for. A very nice 2-day stay.
Guest review byChin Kiat
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Absolutely amazing food! The whole experience was fantastic and I can’t recommend it enough. The onsen was lovely especially the outdoor one. There isn’t a lot of English spoken but that didn’t matter. The staff were so kind and really made our stay perfect.
Guest review byAni
Travelers with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews
The owners are extremely lovely and accomodating. The food was superb and the building is magical. The small onsen tub was perfect for winding down after a hike up Mt Haguro.
Guest review byAndreas
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $161.41
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
Friendly staff, comfy bed, nice amenities, designated parking spot, coffee provided on lobby floor for limited hours. Easy access to the onsen. Really enjoyed the breakfast - worth the price. Nicely designed hotel and recommended to those looking for a place to stay in Tsuruoka.
Guest review byJanice
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews
Excellent Dinner and Breakfast. All inclusive drinks. Private Onsen/Hot spring was amazing. Staff were very accommodating and the Cherry blossom in full bloom along the nearby river was a huge bonus. Excellent artworks throughout the property
Guest review byCurrie
Group
Avg. price/night: $108.54
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews
We had a lovely stay at Hagurokan. Excellent Japanese hospitality- we felt very welcomed and cared for. The ryokan itself is beautiful, and the traditional meals were so good. Every dish was delicious and thoughtfully prepared. The bed was very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Guest review byLojen
Family with young children

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