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Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Hotel in Yamagata

Located in Yamagata, 17 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking and massage services.

J
JoM
From
Hong Kong
The room is spacious. Very close to the JR station. The bathroom is spacious too. Staff is very nice. They arranged me on the same floor with the washing machine, i am so happy with that.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,007 reviews
Price from
US$81.15
1 night, 2 adults

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.

K
Kristina
From
United Arab Emirates
Loved it from the get go. Beautiful scenery, handy location for the ropeway, nice traditional rooms, very kind staff, tasty buffet style breakfast, lovely onsen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
Price from
US$472.56
1 night, 2 adults

Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29366

Hotel in Sakata

Situated in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29366 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

R
Rafael
From
Brazil
Everything was so perfect, all the staff were Very helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
US$97.89
1 night, 2 adults

Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29372

Hotel in Sakata

Located in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29372 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

D
David
From
Australia
You probably need to get a taxi as it's a bit of a hike from the station. Once you are there it's a good location for visiting the town. Manager is a really nice bloke and has decorated the hotel with interesting and tasteful art. Nice bath house. Good size, comfortable rooms.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
US$97.89
1 night, 2 adults

Comfort Hotel Yamagata

Hotel in Yamagata

Situated 16 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Comfort Hotel Yamagata offers 3-star accommodation in Yamagata and has free bikes. The property is non-smoking and is located 100 metres from Yamagata...

A
Arshad
From
India
I really liked the location of the place. Also the staff was really helpful. The breakfast and room were good for the price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,393 reviews
Price from
US$58.17
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel in Yamagata

Directly connected to JR Yamagata Shinkansen (bullet train) Station, Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata offers comfortable guest rooms with warm colours and modern facilities.

W
Wen
From
Taiwan
Perfect location, the entrance is connected to JR station; super convenient!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,059 reviews
Price from
US$127.35
1 night, 2 adults

Tsukino HOTEL

Hotel in Sakata

Situated in Sakata, 23 km from Kamo Aquarium, Tsukino HOTEL features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

G
Gil
From
Portugal
Excellent location, really attentive staff. Modern spacious rooms with smart tv
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 505 reviews
Price from
US$80.55
1 night, 2 adults

Toyoko Inn Yamagata-eki Nishi-guchi

Hotel in Yamagata

Located within 18 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 400 metres of Yamagata Station, Toyoko Inn Yamagata-eki Nishi-guchi provides rooms in Yamagata. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

D
David
From
Australia
Great location, and the breakfast buffet had a surprising amount of variety and was very nutritious!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 486 reviews
Price from
US$76.52
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae-

Hotel in Yamagata

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...

S
Saar Moshe
From
Japan
Great value for money, the hotel feels brand new
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews
Price from
US$72.88
1 night, 2 adults

Super Hotel Yamagata Sakurambo-Higashine Station Front

Hotel in Higashine

Situated in Higashine, 45 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Super Hotel Yamagata Sakurambo-Higashine Station Front features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

E
Ekkaluck
From
Thailand
Big Car parking Lot and big room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
Price from
US$89.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Yamagata's best hotels with breakfast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Located in Ōyama, 3.7 km from Kamo Aquarium, Yunohama HOTEL provides accommodation with a spa and wellness centre and free private parking.

From US$239.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Located in Tsuruoka, within 28 km of Kamo Aquarium and 47 km of Shinjo Station, Kyukamura Shonai-Haguro provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

From US$179 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,187 reviews

Just a 1-minute walk from JR Yamagata Train Station, Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae offers modern accommodations with free wired internet and a video-on-demand (VOD) system.

From US$95.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

Situated in Yonezawa, 48 km from Kitakata Station, Royal Pines Hotel Yonezawa - Opening in Mar 2025 features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant.

From US$100.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews

Situated in Yonezawa, 49 km from Kitakata Station, Hotel Alpha-One Yonezawa features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From US$93.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews

Set within 50 km of Kitakata Station and 50 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Toyoko Inn Yonezawa Ekimae features rooms in Yonezawa. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

From US$66.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews

Located in Murayama, 49 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Murayama Nishiguchi Hotel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$99.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews

Located within 17 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 500 metres of Yamagata Station, Hotel Sakuranbo provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Yamagata.

From US$47.95 per night

Budget hotels in Yamagata

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews

Situated in Sakata, 24 km from Kamo Aquarium, Hotel Alpha-One Sakata features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a restaurant and massage services.

From US$86.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 449 reviews

Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel offers rooms in Yamagata. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property features a restaurant.

From US$71.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews

Set within 48 km of Kitakata Station and 49 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Hotel Montoview Yonezawa offers rooms in Yonezawa.

From US$110.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 772 reviews

Offering free WiFi, APA Hotel Yamagata Tsuruoka Ekimae is set in Tsuruoka. The property is around 10 km from Kamo Aquarium and 25 km from Atsumi Onsen. The restaurant serves Japanese cuisine.

From US$85.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

Set in Yonezawa, within 48 km of Kitakata Station and 49 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Hotel Benex Yonezawa offers accommodation with a restaurant and as well as free private parking for guests who...

From US$79.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews

Select Inn Yonezawa is situated in Yonezawa, 49 km from Kitakata Station and 49 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

From US$50.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 263 reviews

Set in Tendo, Yamagata region, Tendo Central Hotel is located 30 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage space and free WiFi.

From US$62.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 698 reviews

Set in Tsuruoka, Yamagata region, Hotel Route-Inn Tsuruoka Ekimae is situated 12 km from Kamo Aquarium. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space.

From US$95.25 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 403 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
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Situated in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29366 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

Located in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29372 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$97.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,393 reviews

Situated 16 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Comfort Hotel Yamagata offers 3-star accommodation in Yamagata and has free bikes.

From US$86.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 486 reviews

Located within 18 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 400 metres of Yamagata Station, Toyoko Inn Yamagata-eki Nishi-guchi provides rooms in Yamagata. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews

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

From US$182.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews

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

From US$231.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 84 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$161.10 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Everything from the moment we Checked-in was perfect. Its a beautiful old japanese house, with a lot of love and taste renovated. The interior is a mix of western and japanese designers. Every room is unique. The private onsen water was so comforting that even me, as not much a onsen lover, loved it to dip in. We stayed two nights and every morning they offered us some kind of activity. For us it was rice planting and going up to the mountain to see basin of yamagata. Also the owners are very nice and are actively taking care of the guests and support them with informations and tell their long family history in yamagata. the highlight is also the restaurant, you can enjoy highend japanese cuisine, cooked with a lot of passion by using mostly local ingredients from yamagata prefecture in a cool low dimmed counterseating or a private room. Please be hungry cuz you will eat a lot.
Guest review by
ReneH
Japan
From US$547.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
Extraordinary, kind and attentive staff, beautiful facilities. The meals were fantastic. Hotel is in a rather remote area, expect mainly Japanese speaking guests and staff. Translation apps will be helpful :)
Guest review by
Felicitas
Switzerland
From US$127.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 769 reviews
My favorite hotel during my stay in Japan. Staff was so helpful even though I did not speak any Japanese. Their hospitality was unmatched, could not thank them enough.
Guest review by
Filippo
United States
From US$365.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
A very friendly welcome on arrival. Excellent service. Beautifully appointed rooms.
Guest review by
Alan
Australia
From US$151.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
Staff is very nice and provide excellent services. Good meals and good Onsen.
Guest review by
Rodney Wong
Hong Kong
From US$188.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Beautiful rooms and facilities with very helpful staff
Guest review by
Greg
New Zealand
From US$85.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 772 reviews
Staff very friendly and the room was very comfortable.
Guest review by
Bernardo Daniel
Mexico

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10

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata!

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata! The location is absolutely perfect—conveniently connected to the station, making it easy to explore the city and surrounding areas. The hotel itself is modern, clean, and well-maintained, providing a comfortable and relaxing experience. The staff were very welcoming and attentive, always ready to assist with a smile. While their hospitality was excellent, I did find that a bit more fluency in English communication would enhance the experience for international guests. That being said, their warmth and willingness to help more than made up for any language barriers. Overall, I truly enjoyed my stay and would definitely recommend Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata to anyone visiting the area. Looking forward to staying here again in the future!
Guest review by
Rolando
Australia
2.0

We booked this hotel specifically because it was sold and...

We booked this hotel specifically because it was sold and represented as offering a mountain view room. Unfortunately, this turned out to be a serious misrepresentation. Only about 10% of the view included any mountain at all. The overwhelming majority of what we saw from our room was another building and rooftops. This was extremely disappointing and upsetting, especially given the premium we paid for this experience. The disappointment left us distressed and unable to even enjoy the expensive dinner and breakfast that were included in our package. What was meant to be a highlight of our trip turned into a very unpleasant experience. To make matters worse, when we left hastily, we accidentally forgot one of our cell phones in the room. Several hours later, after driving back, we were relieved that the phone had been recovered and placed at the front desk. However, the staff made no effort during the entire day to contact us on our primary phone number to alert us. This lack of initiative and courtesy only added to our frustration. For a hotel of this caliber, we expected honesty in advertising, basic consideration for guests’ wellbeing, and a proactive approach to guest service. Unfortunately, none of these expectations were met.
Guest review by
Jeff Rayden
United States
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
10

The main town section can offer so many places to visit.

The main town section can offer so many places to visit. Modern looking new museum, small yet beautiful and historic park/shrine, traditional sake brewery, and many many restaurants. We took a long bus ride to a remote onsen town, Shirabu Onsen. Boy, we had fun.. You can hike, see a gorgeous, majestic waterfall, enjoy soba noodle, shopping AND soak in one of the three public bathhouses (they are actually inn but open their baths to the daytime visitors.) The one we went to, Nishiya?, had a spectacular waterfall bath. It's smaller - but if you can visit during weekdays, you may be able to enjoy the space, alone, which we both did. I will never forget being in the bath. Oh, AND, you will probably come across bunch of wild monkeys, roaming around like they own the place :-)
Guest review by
Richard
United States
10

Sakata is a very quiet town with a few facilities.

Sakata is a very quiet town with a few facilities. Most of the attractions are walkable if you stay close to the river, slightly long walk from train station. You can visit all attractions within a day (two night stays recommended if you arrived late). Please make sure that the day you arrive all the places are open (not Tuesday or Wednesday). Another interesting town in Japan for a visit.
Guest review by
NANTANA
Thailand
10

Yamagata is a beautiful city.

Yamagata is a beautiful city. It was also our base for visiting other places. We went to Yamadera, Ginza Onsen and Zao Onsen by train and bus, from the Yamagata station. Had Ramen, which was reasonable in value
Guest review by
Anonymous
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

Yonezawa city has Uesugi Jinjya, the site of the Uesugi clan...

Yonezawa city has Uesugi Jinjya, the site of the Uesugi clan castle. It is very nice, and they have museum and things to see. It's worth a visit to check it out. There is two near-by Onsen, the Onogawa and Shirabu to stay. Yonezawa beef is superb, one of the best in the country. It is also expensive.
Guest review by
Yamashita
United States
10

The Yamagata Ski area (Zao Onsen) is fantastic.

The Yamagata Ski area (Zao Onsen) is fantastic. It wasnt crowded, lessons for kids and adults were AUD$55 for 4 hours, lifts were @4$ per lift. Gear hire was AUD$65 for 2 days PP. In Australia lift passes are $250 per day alone. The hotel Sailor Hutte was literally at the base of the ski lifts. Food was cheap ($10-14 per meal) booze was cheap ($3.50 for a beer). The guys at the Hotel Sailor Hutte were great, make an effort to chat with them via your translator app. Its worth it. One more thing, I would recommend buying Shinkansen tickets directly from JR East rail online. Heaps cheaper than buying a seven day pass unless you are planning to spend 7 days on the train. FYI there are 3 Shinkansen companies East, Central and West. They have there own websites a bit clunky in English but it works. Good luck.
Guest review by
Kieran
Australia
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