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Zao Kokusai Hotel

Hotel in Zao 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.

P
Pui Ki Peggy
From
Hong Kong
Great onsen hotel. The room was nicely refurbished. Private osen can be rented at a very reasonable price. The public osen was beautiful. Meals were absolutely delicious. Exceptional service. Staff were very friendly and professional.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 385 reviews
Price from
US$233.68
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

T
Terence
From
Malaysia
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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
US$173.10
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen, 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

S
SUJARIN
From
Thailand
the location is good for us is near cable car to top view. and staffs are so kind to suggest good information for us. onsens here is good love it all
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews
Price from
US$89.16
1 night, 2 adults

Onsen & Stay OAKHILL

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Onsen & Stay OAKHILL features views of the mountain. With ski-to-door access, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

M
Maurizio
From
United Kingdom
The location was very good, quiet street and easy walk to town. The staff is AMAZING!! Very good breakfast, super clean rooms and good amenities for the stay! I loved the free yukata provided for the onsen and breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Price from
US$175.56
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Hotel Jurin

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Jurin offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and ski-to-door access.

L
Liang Tso
From
Taiwan
Location is convenient for ski enthusiasts, onsen was very comfortable, and room was very comfortable and spacious for family stay. Can see the lift right from the window of the hotel room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Price from
US$266.86
1 night, 2 adults

Takasagoya Ryokan

Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Takasagoya Ryokan features accommodation with access to a public bath.

H
Heike
From
Ireland
The rooms were very spacious and the food was exceptionally. It was a fantastic authentic experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews
Price from
US$183.59
1 night, 2 adults

Forest Inn Sangoro

Zao Onsen

With Zao Onsen Ski Resort reachable in 3.1 km, Forest Inn Sangoro offers accommodation, a restaurant, a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property.

K
KOK KEEN
From
Malaysia
Love this place very much, hope we can stay more days. Surrounding was beautiful. Staff was friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our stayed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
US$124.58
1 night, 2 adults

Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte

Zao Onsen

Featuring a garden and a bar, Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte is located in Zao Onsen. The 3-star guest house features mountain views and is 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

A
Adam
From
United Kingdom
Fantastic location, right on Uwanodai slope - actual ski-in ski-out. Host was extremely friendly and helpful, the food in the restaurant was great and good value. Nice draught beer! Shower in room with a shared hot bath that could be booked for free. There's a ski/boot room in the basement that opens onto the slope. The decor is a bit dated but in a very charming way.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
US$163.92
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Zao Onsen

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

K
Katrina
From
United States
Both onsens were amazing. The staff were very kind. Food was out of this world, all sourced from the area. We had a Cedar tub in our room and it was great for soaking, plus it hae an amazing view.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
Price from
US$331.77
1 night, 2 adults

Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira

Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen, less than 1 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira has ski-to-door access, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

D
DT4
From
Germany
Great hot spring baths, friendly and professional staff, tasty food and lots of fun activities for adults as well as for children.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$306.86
1 night, 2 adults
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Best hotels with breakfast in Zao Onsen and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews

    Set in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Le Vert Zao offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath.

    From US$203.26 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

    Located in Zao Onsen, 300 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Yoshidaya has ski-to-door access, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

    From US$122.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 448 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.

    From US$204.83 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

    Situated in Zao Onsen, Zao Plaza Hotel features accommodation with a public bath and an open-air bath. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

    From US$259.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Yamagata Zao Pension Aplon Stage is a 3-star property set in Kaminoyama. It offers free WiFi, ski-to-door access, a garden and a restaurant.

    From US$91.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Situated in Kaminoyama in the Yamagata region, Snowfall Meteor 飛雪流星 has a garden. It is located 2.2 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort and provides luggage storage space.

    From US$97.37 per night
  • Set in Kaminoyama in the Yamagata region, Zao Liza Woody Lodge offers accommodation with free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews

    Located in Yamagata, within 13 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 4.3 km of Yamagata Station, Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae- provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi...

    From US$92.45 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Zao Onsen

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

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

    From US$111.46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

    Situated in Zao Onsen, 400 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, ロッヂ スガノ features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$98.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

    Situated in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Onsen & Stay OAKHILL features views of the mountain. With ski-to-door access, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$261.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

    Situated in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Winter Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room features accommodation with free WiFi and...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

    Situated in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Green Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room features accommodation with free WiFi and...

    From US$88.52 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 654 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.

    From US$194.73 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews

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

    From US$533.72 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

    Set in Zao Onsen, less than 1 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira has ski-to-door access, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

Budget hotels in Zao Onsen and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Situated in Yamagata with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Zao Base スキー場から徒歩1分 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub.

    From US$65.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

    Situated in Yamagata, 200 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, 蔵王温泉 林檎屋 has ski-to-door access, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

  • Situated in Yamagata, 500 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Onsen Lodge Sukore - Vacation STAY 55497v features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Situated in Yamagata, 500 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Onsen Lodge Sukore - Vacation STAY 55487v features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • 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 Zao Onsen, not far from Zao Onsen Ski Resort. Complimentary WiFi is provided and private parking is available on site.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

    Lodge Christmas Rose Zao has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Zao Onsen, less than 1 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

    Featuring a garden and a bar, Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte is located in Zao Onsen. The 3-star guest house features mountain views and is 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews

    Set in Yamagata and with Zao Onsen Ski Resort reachable within 600 metres, オーベルジュ樹氷 offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

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What guests said about Zao 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 US$102.93 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews
    Traditional Japanese hotel. Family of four, 3 beds and one futon. Kids happy with that arrangement. No facilities for food in room or available to buy onsite. Can cook own food like toast/cereal/noodles in communal kitchen. Onsen set up was amazing. Location brilliant for walk to chairlift - 5-8 min walk.
    Guest review by
    Megan
    New Zealand
  • From US$201.95 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
    Japan traditional hotel. Dinner and Breakfast are really good ! Hot spring all good Hotel staff are super nice and friendly even they can't understand English. I requested booking a local tour and they are pleasure for help By the way, they have two adorable dogs😍 Everything all good. I am love them
    Guest review by
    Ingrid Jiang
    Taiwan
  • From US$115.40 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews
    Shu san and his family was so kind to me and nice they made me feel at home. Also the ryokan location is winner,you have public onsen in front of the ryokan. If you like to feel the Japanese tradition then this is for you.
    Guest review by
    Yehonatan
    Israel
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews
    Fabulous !!! The hotel is splendid the dining experience is amazing one of the best food I eat in Japan. The outside onsen with the snow fall when you are in the bath is just amazing and the staff so nice !!
    Guest review by
    Pierre
    United Arab Emirates
  • From US$252.43 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
    It was a few min walk from the ski resort and only a 10 min walk from the village. The suite was very comfortable.
    Guest review by
    Vasileios
    Greece