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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.

Onsen beautiful, location near rope way
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
299 reviews
Price from£142.96per night
Takamiya Hotel Jurin, hotel in Zao Onsen

Offering ski-to-door access right across from Uwanodai Ski Area, Hotel Jurin features a hot spring bath, free Wi-Fi at the lobby and a restaurant.

Ski in and ski out resort. Breakfast and dinner are the same menu throughout your stay. The staff are helpful and friendly.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
92 reviews
Price from£192.35per night
ロッヂ スガノ, hotel in Zao Onsen

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. The hotel has family rooms.

Very friendly staff. Very close to ski slope by walking 1min.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
17 reviews
Price from£74.49per night
Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort, hotel in Zao Onsen

Takamiya Rurikura Resort boasts ski-to-door access from Yokukura ski slope, an outdoor hot spring bath and karaoke rooms.

Great location. Just steps from the cable car/rope way. Great onsen.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
111 reviews
Price from£158.68per night
Takamiya Hotel Hammond, hotel in Zao Onsen

Only a 5-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Hotel Hammond Takamiya offers public hot-spring baths. Guests can use free Wi-Fi in guest rooms and at the public areas.

The location was amazing The vibe was amazing Staff was friendly and super helpful
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
194 reviews
Price from£66.97per night
Meitoya So, hotel in 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.

Location is good as it is a walking distance to the ski lift. Staffs are nice. They have English speaking and Chinese speaking staffs that provide better service to foreign guests. The dinner and breakfast are good and well serve.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
533 reviews
Price from£108.17per night
Zao Shiki no Hotel, hotel in Zao 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.

good food, good location with mizubasho field behind the hotel, good trail, the best I ever experienced.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
250 reviews
Price from£118.83per night
Takamiya Hotel Lucent, hotel in Zao Onsen

Situated in the Zao Onsen hot spring area, Hotel Lucent Takamiya is just a 2-minute walk away from Zao Chuo Ropeway's Onsen Station. The property offers hot spring baths and free Wi-Fi at public...

Good value
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
100 reviews
Price from£119.39per night
Forest Inn Sangoro, hotel in 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.

Talk about Ski in Ski out!! I didn't actually realise when I booked, that this is completely on mountain accommodation. Absolutely outstanding. Room was clean and comfortable, staff were absolutely great. Very helpful and accommodating. Breakfast in the mornings had a great selection to fuel up for the slopes and I thought other meals were tasty and great value for money. Catch the Ropeway and get picked up in a snowmobile.. how many places can you stay that do that!!
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
80 reviews
Price from£81.64per night
Matsukaneya Annex, hotel in 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.

A traditional Japanese hotel with tatami futon mats. Wonderful staff who were super helpful and always making sure that I was taken care of. They even had English instructions on how to prepare my sukiyaki / shabushabu. The food was awesome, I stayed for 3 nights and the courses were never repeated. They offered discounted lift pass and rental so just ask. They also had shuttle service to the bus terminal & ski lift, but it was just a 5-min walk to the ski lift anyway. (The lady at tourist information at the bus terminal was nice enough to call the hotel for me for pickup when I was asking for a phone booth.) Walking to the main streets wasn't too bad as well so I took a stroll out there every day. Loved the onsens especially after a long day of snowboarding. Overall a very pleasant stay for a ski trip.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
151 reviews
Price from£113.78per night
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What guests said about Zao Onsen:

  • 8.0
    Scored 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)
    Camilla
    Denmark
  • 10
    Scored 10

    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.
    Ed
    Malaysia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    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!
    Tamsyn
    Australia
  • 4.0
    Scored 4.0

    I booked for a group of 3 families.

    I booked for a group of 3 families. When I checked in they assumed that the Japanese family is the primary contact. The hotel front refused my ID and address and INSISTED that the Japanese family should be the primary contact and address. This is unacceptable considering that I am the one booking. It caused a lot of confusion and uncomfortable to my group. If you do not want foreigner to book the property then why bother listing it in the booking.com?
    Reza Surja
    Japan
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Interesting for its hot springs one can find almost...

    Interesting for its hot springs one can find almost everywhere and its location in a charming mountain are. The little town itself doesn't offer much and is rather boring. Few restaurants that close early at about 3 pm and hardly any shopping facilities. Fortunately, there is at least a small convenience store. The sulphurous smell of the hot springs can be noticed all around the area.
    Gerd
    Germany
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Staying at the Christmas Rose Hotel was perfect for hot...

    Staying at the Christmas Rose Hotel was perfect for hot springs ( onsen ) and also close to convenience store. The owners are very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Free rides to zao hp town and had coupons for the four main hot springs there. Tatami mat flooring and Japanese type hotel. Perfect for relaxing away from major city type hotels. Peaceful time memories. I have videos on youtube also about it. Highly recommended!! Zao Onsen is an amazing place.
    Rockitfish Ray
    United States

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  • From £91.84 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 96 reviews
    The english-spoken staff is helpful, as well as other staffs were nice. The private onsens are exceptional. There are 7 types of private onsens, and 5 of them are absolutely FREE! We love the stunning scenic view from both hotel area and also from private onsen. There was a bottle of delicious milk provided as after-bath service. The hotel also provide a ride to(and from) bus terminal and ropeways, as well as ropeway's discount voucher. The location is on the steep hill, good exercise if you get there by walking.
    Atcha
    Thailand
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 83 reviews
    I really like the staff; they are nice and easy to talk with even though my Japanese is poor. The location of the hotel is very close to one of the lifts, but you have to ask the staff to send you to the nearest ticket center first. Yes, you can ask the staff to drive you to nearby locations you like, such as Onsen Street, the ticket center, and the bus terminal. Although it was simply because the icy slope to the hotel makes it impossible to access on foot. There was nothing much to talk about; it was average.
    Yu
    Japan
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews
    Oraphin, Taka, and Yui are the best! The were so friendly and helpful. My fiance and I stayed for a few days and don't speak Japanese so Oraphin and Taka helped us reserve a private onsen and a dinner reservation at a nearby restaurant. Zao Onsen is a small town, but even still the location of the house was very close to everything and just steps away from many nice onsens. Oraphin and Taka will help you with whatever your needs may be, I would gladly come back and stay with them again!
    Edward
    United States
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 221 reviews
    The hotel owners are very friendly and helpful. They will take you anytime you ask to go to the three Onsens - and have coupons for free admission! They have continental breakfast and free coffee and teas. Excellent location for shopping and near the Resort Lift to see Snow Monsters. They even let me stay in my room until my bus arrives which is super nice. the Hotel is an old style tatami mat floor room and have wifi. Mountain Views! Loved it!!
    Rockitfish Ray
    United States
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 119 reviews
    We love the meals, services, big rooms and the strategic location to Zao Sky Cable. It is quite a walk to Sanroku Ropeway but the hotel offers pick up and drop off service whenever you want, which is a total plus. Breakfast and Dinner are just marvelous. The facilities are quite old but it is clean and very traditional Japanese. The Onsen is the best in town and it's open 24 hrs.... Overall, we love it and definitely will go back.
    Poppy
    Taiwan
  • From £213.27 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 144 reviews
    Stunning historical ryokan with a number of historic and new onsens. The rooms are renovated in a gorgeous traditional Japanese style and the meal was exceptional. The chef kindly catered for my allergy as I advised in advance. Staying at this ryokan was an exceptional experience and I would highly recommend it to anyone staying in Zao Onsen.
    Kathryn
    Japan
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 83 reviews
    - there was breakfast although we did not book it (was coffee and toast but since we did not book it…) - free pick up and drop off from the Zao Onsen bus terminal - quick reply to our questions beforehand - they would have driven us to any spot in Zao Onsen and asked us every time we passed the reception
    Flummi86
    Germany
  • From £152.10 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 251 reviews
    The beautiful view from your bedroom high ceiling windows, along corridors, lobby abs breakfast venue is fabulous. Outdoor sulfer onsen is really good, but you have to walk pass thru snow, (hotel provide you a snow coat,boots and umbrella for you to use). Dining and breakfast are variety.
    jackvisa
    Thailand
  • From £213.27 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 144 reviews
    Everything is perfect! The amazing experience was starting from the transportation service. Then the check-in and dinner services, everything feels perfect! I can feel the staffs are all proud of this Hotel and its history and spirit. Thanks for Takamiya gave us such warm experience!
    Ray Ming
    Taiwan
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 54 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.
    LANG NEE
    Malaysia
  • From £137.76 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 78 reviews
    Superb customer service. Thanks a lot for help us to get on the bus on time and get to the cable car. Appreciate. The room is big and clean, with a fantastic room view. There is onsen in the hotel for 24 hours. Love it so much! Highly recommended!
    CLAIRE
    Malaysia
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 173 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.
    Tiffany Pui Yee
    Hong Kong
  • From £152.10 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 251 reviews
    Lovely hotel, with very large, comfortable rooms. Inside and outside onsens are gorgeous, they even have massage chairs Modern and clean luxury hotel feel. Let down with only a couple of fixable issues
    Karen
    Australia
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 31 reviews
    The accommodation is great and the host family is super nice! Great place to stay when skiing. They helped us out a lot and gave us lots of good advice that allowed us to enjoy Zao Onsen to the max.
    Magnus
    Japan
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 194 reviews
    Spacious Japanese style room with great view. Friendly staff and service; Flexible check in process; A lot of entertainment facilities, although I only used Onsen.
    Richard
    Australia
  • From £89.80 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 241 reviews
    The location was very convenient and located less than five minutes from the bus terminal. The Ryokan was very comfy and the hosts were very hospitable.
    Winner
    Thailand
  • From £157.15 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 111 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
    Terence
    Malaysia
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 173 reviews
    the location to the Ski and Sky lift was amazing, the Japanese style futon room was comfortable, warm, was quiet and had a great view.
    McCabe
    Japan
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 80 reviews
    Everything, the atmosphere of the hotel, the warm welcome of the staff as well as the delicious dinner, everything was perfect
    Jean
    Japan
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 299 reviews
    Breakfast: Japanese Buffet Dinner: Japanese Cusine Onsen: Private and Public (Best Onsen) Room:
    Henry Adrian Jr
    United Arab Emirates