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Takasagoya Ryokan

Zao Onsen

Takasagoya Ryokan offers a public bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Zao Onsen, 200 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

S
Sue
From
Australia
The meals were exceptional. Our traditional ryokan type of room was very comfortable. The staff (owners) were so helpful, warm and welcoming. A delightful stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
Price from
US$181.31
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

W
Wan-Ling
From
Taiwan
Cozy vibe for snow lovers. Staff are very friendly and responsive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
US$123.03
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

C
Chong
From
Malaysia
First, the design of the house is super western and super beautiful just right infront of ski slopes. I have a once in a lifetime view from my room and also breakfast area! Second, that's the only hostel comes with private room (as far as I know). Third, I actually paid for the breakfast and dinner and I NEVER REGRET to do so (even though you can have some food out there but is abit far). The dinner is just WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL. Experience yourself and you will know what I meant. It is Extremely exceeded my expectation, even after so many days I am back to my country while I writing this review, I am still so in love of everything I have experience here. Come here during winter, must come. And I'm super pleased to be served by the old couple, so simple, so genuine, soooo awe!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
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US$161.88
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

D
Debbra
From
Singapore
Excellent property. Comfortable stay, attentive and patient staff who anticipated and attended to our every need and request. Food was excellent and they accommodated my dietary restrictions and remembered them throughout my stay. Wonderful stay, highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
Price from
US$327.65
1 night, 2 adults
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Pension Puutaro

Zao Onsen

Set 500 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Pension Puutaro offers 3-star accommodation in Zao Onsen and features a garden.

s
siu
From
Hong Kong
As well as having a separate entrance to the dry room, the location is very close to the ski slopes.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Price from
US$142.45
1 night, 2 adults
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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, 396 reviews
Price from
US$230.78
1 night, 2 adults
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蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里

Zao Onsen

Located within less than 1 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort in Zao Onsen, 蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里 offers accommodation with seating area.

S
Siau
From
Australia
We had an excellent stay, food and presentations were exquisite. We admired the thought that went into presenting food in dishes that are compatible with the “mood” of the food. Only 5 minutes walk to the lift. Staff were professional, rooms were comfortable and clean. We really enjoyed our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$267.10
1 night, 2 adults
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Meitoya So

Zao Onsen

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.

S
Susan
From
United Kingdom
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Having stayed at Zao Onsen thirty years ago when I worked in Japan, I wanted to share the Zao Onsen experience with my husband, and chose this hotel on the basis of the photos and reviews on Booking.com. On arrival, it all seemed very familiar. After experiencing the onsen bath, and the location of our room, I'm quite sure I had chosen the same hotel where I stayed back then! Obviously it has been quite recently refurbished, but there are some parts that don't change so much. We opted to have dinner at the hotel, which was excellent. Due to some confusion about exactly where the Z90 bus for Zao Onsen left Yamagata city,we missed the bus we wanted to take, so arrived around 6.45pm. (According to Google Maps, we could catch the Z90 from a stop about 50 yards from our previous hotel, but the reception staff there insisted we had to go to Yamagata station... so we missed the bus by one minute. After an hour and a half wait for the next one, the first stop after Yamagata station was, yes, you guessed it, 50 yards from our previous hotel!) As dinner is set out with fresh ingredients to be cooked at your table, you can't be later than 7pm. There is a shuttle bus from the hotel to Zao bus termius, but we didn't know about it, so walked to the hotel. Unfortunately, the short cut route we had planned was closed due to road works, so it was a much longer, and steeper, walk. The next morning, we got the shuttle bus to the bus terminus to return to Yamagata city. The onsen is really wonderful. Zao has a very special PH balance to the water. The bath at this onsen is superb.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 656 reviews
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US$149.58
1 night, 2 adults
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Matsupokkuri

Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Matsupokkuri features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The ryokan has family rooms.

N
Nok
From
Australia
You get well beyond what you paid for, comfortable bedding and pillow. Owner was super helpful and friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Price from
US$129.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Matsukaneya Annex

Zao Onsen

Located in Zao Onsen, Matukaneya Annex offers 3-star accommodation with hot spring baths including a free-flowing natural hot spring bath. The property features a restaurant serving unique cuisine.

R
Regina
From
Singapore
The hospitality and service provided by the staff - they sent us to the bus station when needed, allowed us to use the bath after coming from an overnight bus, and changed our rooms when the heater wasn't working.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
Price from
US$185.19
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
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Save money on places to stay in Zao Onsen and nearby – budget options available

蔵王温泉 林檎屋

Yamagata
Budget options available
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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

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

From US$90.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 343 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$91.30 per night

Takamiya Hotel Lucent

Zao Onsen
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews

Set in Zao Onsen, 400 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Lucent features accommodation with a public bath and an open-air bath.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 60 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...

Yoshidaya

Zao Onsen
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 79 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$121.09 per night

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Zao Onsen
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 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.

Matsukaneya Annex

Zao Onsen
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews

Located in Zao Onsen, Matukaneya Annex offers 3-star accommodation with hot spring baths including a free-flowing natural hot spring bath. The property features a restaurant serving unique cuisine.

Great access to the city centre. Check these places to stay in Zao Onsen and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 6 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$97.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 107 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$97.13 per night

Le Vert Zao

Zao Onsen
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 189 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$187.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 469 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.

Zao Plaza Hotel

Zao Onsen
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 144 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.

Lodge Scole

Zao Onsen
Central location
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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 383 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.

Enjoy breakfast in Zao Onsen and nearby

G-SQUARE

Yamagata
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 379 reviews

Located in Yamagata, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, G-SQUARE provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 90 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$131.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews

Yuuyu No Sato Yusa offers a sauna and free private parking, and is within 12 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 2.9 km of Lina World.

From US$284.91 per night

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.

YuiLocalZao

Yamagata
Breakfast options

YuiLocalZao is located in Yamagata, less than 1 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort. This ryokan provides free private parking and a shared kitchen.

Zao Sunvalley Hotel is set in Yamagata, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort. With a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

Sailer Hütte

Zao Onsen
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

Set in Zao Onsen and with Zao Onsen Ski Resort reachable within 700 metres, Sailer Hütte offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant.

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Matsupokkuri

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Avg. price/night: US$142.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
The property is in a very convenient location with bathhouses a short walk away as well as a little convenience/souvenir shop across the road. The owner is very very kind and accomodating. Make sure you try their Iga Mochi store downstairs (run buy the accomodation owner too)! I regret not purchasing more.
Guest review by
Jenny Nu Thuy Trang
Young couple

Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Great location. Just steps from the cable car/rope way. Great onsen.
Guest review by
Borwornsom
Family with young children

Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews
Large room space. Quiet location.not too far from the lifts.
Guest review by
John
People with friends

Pension Puutaro

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Avg. price/night: US$155.41
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
The location is amazing for skiing. The staff are amazing. The food was amazing.
Guest review by
porter
Young couple

Wakamatsuya

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 20 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
Young couple

Forest Inn Sangoro

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Great piste-side location . Funky Jazz music . Food great & rooms comfortable
Guest review by
Pete
Young couple

Matsukaneya Annex

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
Excellent location and free shuttle in between ski ropeway.
Guest review by
YU-WEI
People with friends

Matsukaneya Annex

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
Good location and good food.
Guest review by
Shin Yi
Young couple

Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
View is good. Location near the gondola.
Guest review by
Ssu Yuan
Family with young children

Takamiya Hotel Lucent

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews
Great location close to the gondola. The onsen is great. The meals were good.
Guest review by
Lynne
Young couple

Matsupokkuri

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Avg. price/night: US$142.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Excellent location and friendly and helpful owner.
Guest review by
Eng Huat
Young couple

Takamiya Hotel Lucent

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews
They have good location, nice onsen, friendly staff.
Guest review by
Chloe
People with friends

Lodge Scole

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews
The location is good, there are many ramen restaurants and cafes around, and the food at the hotel's restaurant is also great. Clean and tidy. The staff service is very good, Can be said to be excellent service . Impeccable. There is also a very cute dog named Yuki.
Guest review by
LANG NEE
Family with young children

Takasagoya Ryokan

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Avg. price/night: US$119.14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
Great location and friendly staff. The food was excellent - we had two dinners and both were exceptional.
Guest review by
Paul
Family with young children

Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews
I mainly booked this hotel because it was the only one that had available rooms for the period we wanted. There's nothing particularly good about it but also nothing particularly bad. The best thing about it is the location close to the ski slope.
Guest review by
Anders
Family with young children

Zao Shiki no Hotel

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews
This beautiful hotel is in a great location. It only took us a 10-minute walk from the JR Station and a 5-minute walk from the ropeway station. The dinner was superb, with a variety of delicate Japanese dishes and grill beef. The famous beef was so tender and delicious. We were so full and the staff offered us take-away dessert that we could enjoy later in our room. Free shuttle bus service from Yamagata JR Station to the hotel could be reserved in advance. Great service!
Guest review by
lo
Young couple

Zao Shiki no Hotel

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews
Great location to ski fields
Guest review by
Duncan
Solo traveller

Pension Puutaro

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Avg. price/night: US$155.41
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Good location, cozy and clean room, friendly host loves to provide useful information, even recommend us a nice hot spring place with discount!
Guest review by
Mavis
Family with young children

Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Excellent location for ski in ski out, owner was very helpful.
Guest review by
Diane
Young couple

Forest Inn Sangoro

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Brilliant location
Guest review by
Grange
Solo traveller

Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Place to Stay in Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews
Great location. Cool common area. Good sized traditional style rooms. Outdoor onsen
Guest review by
Natalie
Family with young children

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