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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.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
292 reviews
Price from$179.27per night
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
Hotel in Zaō 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.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
191 reviews
Price from$84.88per night
Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort
Hotel in Zaō Onsen
Takamiya Rurikura Resort features ski-to-door access from Yokukura ski slope, an outdoor hot spring bath and karaoke rooms.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
111 reviews
Price from$199.19per night
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
Hotel in Zaō 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.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
92 reviews
Price from$241.88per night
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. The hotel has family rooms.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
17 reviews
Price from$94.42per night
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.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
253 reviews
Price from$147.97per night
Meitoya So
Zaō 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.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
530 reviews
Price from$128.05per night
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.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
141 reviews
Price from$298.79per night
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.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
251 reviews
Price from$148.68per night
Takasagoya Ryokan
Zaō Onsen
Takasagoya Ryokan is offering accommodations in Zaō Onsen. The 3-star ryokan is a 2-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. The ryokan offers both free Wifi and free private parking.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
241 reviews
Price from$113.82per night
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- 8.0Scored 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)
CamillaDenmark - 10Scored 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.EdMalaysia - 10Scored 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!
TamsynAustralia - 4.0Scored 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 SurjaJapan - 8.0Scored 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.GerdGermany - 10Scored 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 RayUnited States of America
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- From $128.05 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 531 reviewsNice hotel, we were able to check-in a bit earlier than expected. The onsen baths were small (especially on women's side) but the water temperature was perfect (42°C, maybe? It was not written). We liked the shabu shabu for dinner, and the buffet breakfast was good as well. Very courteous staff. Our room probably had the worst view (parking side), but at 19 000 yen/night for 2, with a bathroom and meals, it was incredible value for money :) Also: it is only a short walk away from Zao Dai Rotenburo, don't miss it!MegFrance
- From $135.17 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 119 reviewsWe 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.
PoppyTaiwan - From $135.17 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 119 reviewsWonderful stay. Beautiful Japanese-style room with a lovely covered balcony area with great views over the town. Exquisite food. Very helpful staff. Room was warm and well-equipped and the hot spring baths are open 24-hours so were never too busy. The hotel is a short walk from the centre of town, ropeway etc but this meant that it has great views over the town and to the mountains beyond. Shuttle to the bus station available.
MargaretUnited Kingdom - From $179.27 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 292 reviewsEnjoyed our stay at this ryokan. The tourists info center at the bus terminal arranged for our shuttle bus pickup. On arrival, that has an English peaking person who checked us in, explained everything in detail, showed us to our room and answered all our questions. The onsen was very good. The Japanese kaiseki dinner was outstanding as was the breakfast the following morning. The staff were very attentive and helpful.
GeorgeUnited States of America - 8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 95 reviewsvery friendly staff. many of them can explain in simple english. Private onsen is very fantastic. great room for family. the hotel is a bit far from bus terminal but no problem because hotel provide free shuttle van from hotel to many ropeway and also shuttle van from Yamagata st. to hotel (round trip).McmanawatThailand
- 8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 38 reviewsA nice ryokan with a nice onsen. Very hospitable staff. The free milk/coffee/pudding service at the lounge is a nice touch, especially the fresh milk is very creamy and delicious. They served the famous Zao beef for dinner which was delicious. The room is huge and comfortable with all the amenities
IsaacAustralia - From $113.82 per night9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 241 reviewsthe location is in the heart of Zao onsen. 5-10 mins walk to all three slopes. the host family is friendly and considerate. dinner and breakfast are delicious. very clean rooms. one of the public onsens is right across the street. I can’t ask for a better experience. will def stay here again!WeiJapan
- 7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 191 reviewsThe stuffs are very kind and help us a lot, even call other hotel for our transit, also help my friend to buy cigarettes 🚬 , just for help, room is bigger than the picture, also the public bath is good enough,very private and not so many people.
Ya WenTaiwan - From $84.07 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 68 reviewsGreat location, 5 minutes walking from the ski resort, 1 minute from public onsen, 2 minutes walking from the bus stop. A lot of restaurants around. The stuff are friendly. The breakfast is really good, Japanese style.
AlessandraJapan - 7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 221 reviewsThe lodge is really near to the ski resort. Literally you can just walk to play ski or snowboard. Even though there is no bathroom in the property, but you can have free token to enter onsen near the property.Izwan Muayyad MuhammadJapan
- 9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 3 reviewsFabulous !!! 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 !!
PierreUnited Arab Emirates - 7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 221 reviewsThe staff and owners are very kind and helpful. We went during winter where there was heavy snow, and they offered pickup and drop off from bus station to hotel, to onsen, to restaurant and Zao ropeway.
katesuanJapan - 7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 191 reviewsSpacious Japanese style room with great view. Friendly staff and service; Flexible check in process; A lot of entertainment facilities, although I only used Onsen.
RichardAustralia - From $147.97 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 253 reviewsWe have had a very remarkable stayed at omiya ryokan with fully retreated in a Japanese local life style we will comeback to this place again..
visessakThailand - 7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 111 reviewsIt was a few min walk from the ski resort and only a 10 min walk from the village. The suite was very comfortable.VasileiosGreece
- From $174.62 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 78 reviewsLovely staff, good location for access to Zao Onsen attractions, loved walking around the area, was very prettyCherAustralia
- From $241.88 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 92 reviewsSki-in-out perfect. Perfect Japanese breakfast. Onsen. Big Japanese rooms with comfy beds. Nice helpful staff.
MayaThailand - From $113.82 per night9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 241 reviewsFairly quiet even though other groups a bout. Japanese old charm. Room was a good size with good heating.
andrewAustralia - From $179.27 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 292 reviewsExcellent food. Nearly Ski in ski out from resort. Mice indoor outdoor onsen.TonyHong Kong
- From $157.22 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 251 reviewsOnly near ski resortleeMalaysia
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