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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.

J
James
From
United States
Size of the room, beautiful, wonderful amenities, amazing staff, addition of footbath!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews
Price from
$197.73
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 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
Price from
$92.59
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.

S
Snook
From
United States
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 out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Price from
$277.12
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.

J
Juan Pablo
From
Colombia
The location was fantastic! Able to walk to the farthest ski lift to warm up and work our way out to the other end of the resort. Walked straight from the bus stop to the hotel, roughly 10 minute walk with all our luggage. The accommodation was clean, ADORABLE, and the staff was some of the friendliest I have experienced in my life. The room was spacious, the onsen was absolutely incredible. Cinderella bar/restaurant was phenomenal as well as the other restaurant in the hotel. Breakfast was amazing as well. HIGHLY recommend staying here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
Price from
$141.55
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, 132 reviews
Price from
$179.75
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.

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Yvonne
From
Canada
Hot spring at the lodge, though a bit tiny. Walking distance to bus terminal, convenient store & ropeway station. But be prepared that the lodge is slightly uphill.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Price from
$95.32
1 night, 2 adults

Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan

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.

c
chonticha
From
Thailand
Onsen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 444 reviews
Price from
$149.79
1 night, 2 adults

Zao Shiki no Hotel

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.

Y
Yibing
From
United States
Great property with great Onsen. There are two different choices of Onsen. Room was spacious, beds were comfortable. Location was perfect, next to the life.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews
Price from
$188.74
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.

K
Kevin
From
United States
Excellent food and service at dinner and breakfast. The server spoke English and made the translation of ingredients and the hotel's history more informative, and in general, added a welcoming touch to converse about his experience. The staff was very accommodating and efficient in performing their duties down to carrying our bags to the parking area on departure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews
Price from
$359.50
1 night, 2 adults

Le Vert Zao

Zaō Onsen

Le Vert Zao features accommodations in Zaō Onsen. Offering free private parking, the 2-star ryokan is a 7-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

J
James
From
Czech Republic
We did not eat at the lodge. The location was near the heart of Zao, so restaurants and the bus to Yamagata were very accessible. Only a 1-block walk to put your skis on and glide to the base of the gondola. The lodge was vibrant with activity but the rooms were quiet. A nice big room to store ski and dry equipment, boots and clothing. The natural onset (hot spring) was nice and hot, with a very well-maintained set-up through an insulated passageway from the main lodge. The proprietors were very understanding and generous when problems with the bullet train caused us to miss the first night of our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
Price from
$197.45
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 98 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 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 384 reviews

    Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae- is located in Yamagata, 8.5 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort and 2.9 miles from Yamagata Station.

  • 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 7.6
    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.

  • ZAO BASE - Vacation STAY 97269v offers accommodations in Yamagata, a 5-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. This apartment provides free private parking and free Wifi.

  • ZAO BASE - Vacation STAY 97270v offers accommodations in Yamagata, a 5-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. The guest house also provides free Wifi and free private parking.

  • 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

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

Hotels located in the center of Zaō Onsen

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

    Matsupokkuri offers accommodations in Zaō Onsen. The 2-star ryokan is a few steps from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. The ryokan features free Wifi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews

    Le Vert Zao features accommodations in Zaō Onsen. Offering free private parking, the 2-star ryokan is a 7-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 68 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 444 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 139 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 353 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 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews

    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.

Best hotels with breakfast in Zaō Onsen and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Located in Kaminoyama, 1.4 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Zao Pension Aramiya - Vacation STAY 40314v provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 113 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

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

  • 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.

  • Located in Yamagata, a 6-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Zao Onsen Lodge Sukore - Vacation STAY 07009v has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Yamagata, a 6-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Zao Onsen Lodge Sukore - Vacation STAY 04418v provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

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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 $172.26 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 663 reviews
    The staffs are super friendly and helpful. The two gentlemen from the reception counter tried their best to help me with information of the ski resorts and the road way from the hotel to the onsen town, not forgetting also the lovely Filipino lady who gave me and my family with such a warm welcome. Really like their services.
    Guest review by
    TEE
    Malaysia
  • From $119.83 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews
    Nice room with Kotatsu and Tatami mats. Friendly staff, and close to the main street and natural hotspring. The hotel bath is not the onsen water, which is fine, because the onsen water is a bit acidic in this area. So I recommend showering first at the hotel, then enjoy the natural bath, then return to the hotel bath.
    Guest review by
    Ann
    Japan
  • From $149.79 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
    The house is clean and under good maintenance. It’s just opposite to the ski resort which is very convenient. The room is not big but good enough for 3 of us. The host is super helpful and thoughtful and I’m really appreciated it.
    Guest review by
    Tiffany Pui Yee
    Hong Kong
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
    The hospitality of the staff is the best, they are friendly and helpful. The location of the report is great , just opposite the ski resort
    Guest review by
    Terence
    Malaysia
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
    Excellent location for ski in ski out, owner was very helpful.
    Guest review by
    Diane
    New Zealand

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