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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.

Y
Yew Siong
From
Singapore
Excellent breakfast and dinner - good spread and top quality food. Great location near Zaō Ropeway
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 392 reviews
Price from
US$231.35
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.

M
Ming Yik
From
Hong Kong
Staff are friendly and they can speak simple English. Breakfast and dinner are delicious. Room is big and provided the charge cables. Spa is good. Also, there is a big car park on the ground floor.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
US$171.37
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.

M
Michal
From
Czech Republic
24/7 open onsen was amazing as well as the outdoor one. Lounge was nicely equiped and it was a pleasant place to spend relaxing time. Overall having bed connected directly to free-to-use onsen is great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews
Price from
US$88.27
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
Marvin
From
Germany
Very nice staff, comfy central hall to chill out in with the free amenities. Amazing onsen, one of the best of those we tried in Zao!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
Price from
US$173.80
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$264.19
1 night, 2 adults

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.

p
pasara
From
Thailand
Very friendly staff. Very close to ski slope by walking 1min.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$196.29
1 night, 2 adults

Sailer Hütte

Hotel in Zao Onsen

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.

M
MATTHIAS
From
Austria
Best location directly next to the chairlift. Friendly owner. Cozy beds. Great atmosphere in Zao Onsen. Onsen Vouchers for other Ryokan Facilities were highly appreciated.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews
Price from
US$103.86
1 night, 2 adults

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.

A
Alexandre
From
France
A friend and I stayed there during one week-end. It was a very good experience. The room is quite large and very clean. The highlight of this stay was for sure the dinner. The food was delicious, made with high quality products and with a large selection of different dishes. The owners were very nice with us. If you want to have an experience in a traditionnal family owned ryokan, I highly recommend to stay there :) It is exactly the kind of place that I hope will still exist in some years!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews
Price from
US$181.75
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.

I
Ingibjorg Bjorgvinsdotti
From
Japan
The food, restaurant, and ambience are so great. It's ski in, ski out, and caters very well to skiing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
US$123.33
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.

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
Price from
US$162.28
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 336 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Zao Onsen and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 92 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$90.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 336 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$87.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 128 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$285.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 181 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 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Offering mountain views, Wakamatsuya in Zao Onsen provides accommodation, an open-air bath, a garden, a terrace, a bar and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews

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

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...

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.

Hotels located in the centre of Zao Onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 459 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 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$471.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 392 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.

From US$205.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 199 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.

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.

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, 227 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.

Budget hotels in Zao Onsen and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 34 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$77.89 per night
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$96.39 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 404 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$101.90 per night
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.

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.

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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

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

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$471.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Me and my family we all voted this hotel as our favorite one from our 12 days travel in east Japan. The service and the food was excellent, the hotel is run by a family, very historical and cultural. If you are looking for something unique and this is definitely your best choice! Our only regret is that we only stayed here for 1 night:( we wish to stay longer next time
Guest review by
mei
Hong Kong
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
Zao onsen is a beautiful town, a great place to go skiing but our stay was memorable thanks to the big kindness of Oraphin and Taka. They are such beautiful people, willing to help you and to make sure you have everything you need. We bring back home wonderful memories and we wish to come back. Thanks again!
Guest review by
Chloé
France
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews
Beautiful hotel (on the inside) with great onsen and a nice relaxation space. Very spacious rooms as well. The hotel breakfast is an amazing display of Japanese variety in dishes.
Guest review by
Mairsil
Netherlands
From US$205.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 392 reviews
Good location, just 1 min walk to the ski resorts. The rooms are clean and spacious. Private onsen available
Guest review by
Xuechen
Singapore
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews
A beautiful hotel with lovely rooms and gracious staff.
Guest review by
Julie
Australia