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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.

H
Henry Adrian Jr
From
United Arab Emirates
Breakfast: Japanese Buffet Dinner: Japanese Cusine Onsen: Private and Public (Best Onsen) Room:
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews
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$190.37
1 night, 2 adults
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Onsen & Stay OAKHILL

Hotel in Zaō Onsen

Onsen & Stay OAKHILL is located in Zaō Onsen, a 8-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. Featuring ski-to-door access, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

J
Juan Pablo
From
Colombia
The location was fantastic! Able to walk to the farthest ski lift to warm up and work our way out to the other end of the resort. Walked straight from the bus stop to the hotel, roughly 10 minute walk with all our luggage. The accommodation was clean, ADORABLE, and the staff was some of the friendliest I have experienced in my life. The room was spacious, the onsen was absolutely incredible. Cinderella bar/restaurant was phenomenal as well as the other restaurant in the hotel. Breakfast was amazing as well. HIGHLY recommend staying here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
Price from
$101.07
1 night, 2 adults
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Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort

Hotel in Zaō Onsen

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 8-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

A
Anastasia
From
United Arab Emirates
Very friendly and helpful staff, warm and clean rooms, onsen in the building, rental and lift tickets, storage in the building. Coffee machine available at extra price in the lobby
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
Price from
$120.27
1 night, 2 adults
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Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Hotel in Zaō Onsen

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 6-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

R
Richard
From
Australia
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.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 535 reviews
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$73.09
1 night, 2 adults
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Takamiya Hotel Jurin

Hotel in Zaō Onsen

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 9-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Jurin provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and ski-to-door access.

H
Hendra Fu
From
Indonesia
The view was amazing, we even got free Onsen anytime..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
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$164.82
1 night, 2 adults
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Takasagoya Ryokan

Zaō Onsen

A 2-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort in Zaō Onsen, Takasagoya Ryokan features accommodations with access to a public bath.

L
Lucas Sakurai
From
Brazil
The staff was very kind, as expected from a family owned ryokan. The bath area is small, but you schedule your personal bath time. Food is incredible, a must try when visiting Zao. Location is near the main attractions, like the cable car is reachable by walking. Lots of nearby onsens.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 317 reviews
Price from
$103.84
1 night, 2 adults
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Forest Inn Sangoro

Zaō Onsen

With Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort reachable in 1.9 miles, Forest Inn Sangoro provides accommodations, a restaurant, a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property....

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
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$109.61
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

P
Panuwat
From
Japan
Very nice, old style but classic hotel. Staff very supportive and food was very good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews
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$262.71
1 night, 2 adults
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Pension Puutaro

Zaō Onsen

Offering a garden, Pension Puutaro features accommodations in Zaō Onsen. This 3-star guest house offers luggage storage space and bicycle parking.

S
Shane
From
United States
The hosts went above and beyond to help us find certain things to do! Also the location is right next to the main lift which was a huge bonus!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews
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$103.84
1 night, 2 adults
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YuiLocalZao

Zaō Onsen

YuiLocalZao is offering accommodations in Zaō Onsen. Housed in a building dating back to 2025, this ryokan is a 9-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

Y
Yu An
From
Taiwan
+ brand new facility + brilliant location, right next to Yokokura Slope No.23, where you could meet most of the lesson instructors there. + convenient unmanned check in procedures. + got a new rack and storage spaces for snowboards, helmet and boots. + free car park in front of the property.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Price from
$102.80
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 535 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews

A 4-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort in Zaō Onsen, Takamiya Hotel Lucent features accommodations with access to a public bath and open-air bath.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

Matsupokkuri offers accommodations in Zaō Onsen. The 2-star ryokan is a few steps from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. The ryokan features free Wifi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 2-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Japanese Hostel Miuraya has air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 5-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, ZAO SPA HOTEL Kiraku provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, ski-to-door access and a spa & wellness...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews

Le Vert Zao features accommodations in Zaō Onsen. Offering free private parking, the 2-star ryokan is a 7-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 580 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 485 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 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews

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

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Zao Base スキー場から徒歩1分 is a recently renovated guest house in Yamagata near Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. This guest house features free private parking, full-day security, and free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 535 reviews

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 6-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

Yamagata Zao Pension Apron Stage offers accommodations in Kaminoyama, 1.4 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. It offers free Wifi, ski-to-door access, a garden, and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Offering a bar, 蔵王ペンション kobaya provides accommodations in Kaminoyama. Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort is within 1.4 miles of the bed and breakfast.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews

Located in Yamagata, within 8.2 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort and 2.7 miles of Yamagata Station, Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae- provides accommodations with a restaurant and...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Located in Yamagata, 10 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Yamagata-City AKOYA has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Located in Zaō Onsen, しばママのお宿 ShibaMamas Casual Hotel offers accommodations with free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a shared lounge and ski-to-door access.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

Winter Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room offers accommodations in Zaō Onsen, a 3-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Located in Yamagata, a 3-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, KKRzaoHakuginso provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 8-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 406 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 9-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Jurin provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and ski-to-door access.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews

Zao Snowfall Meteor 蔵王飛雪流星 offers accommodations in Kaminoyama, 1.4 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira in Zaō Onsen provides accommodations with an open-air bath and a garden.

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What Guests Said About Zaō Onsen:

Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byChristian
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byMeng
Malaysia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byNANTANA
Thailand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byCamilla
Denmark
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byEdward
Malaysia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byTamsyn
Australia

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Pension Puutaro

Zaō Onsen
From $120.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews
Great location and is a short walk to both gondola stations, onsen,convenient stores, and restaurants close by. Breakfast was healthy and fresh. Accommodation was clean and quiet, considering it was fully booked out during my stay The owner, Keiko, was a sweet lady who always greeted you with a big smile and was always willing to help out. I would stay at Pension Puutaro next time to visit Zao Onsen.
Guest review byBenjamin
Australia

Lodge Christmas Rose Zao

Zaō Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Stayed 4 night during CNY holiday. Location is great ski in ski out. It is up on the mountain but the boss drove me from the bus stop. Free onsen ticket for 3 public onsen in the town. Room is warm and slept welll. Boss is friendly and helpful, and speak good english!
Guest review byTat Man
Hong Kong

Green Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room

Zaō Onsen
From $69.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
Matsuo house is a fantastic place to stay at Zao Onsen. The hosts go beyond in every way to make you feel welcome and provide information on the area. Restaurant ideas, rental options and the Onsen possibilities explained perfectly. Will return.
Guest review byRob
Australia

Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan

Zaō Onsen
From $201.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 485 reviews
Lovely ryokan, good location, nice onsen. Ability to use onsens in sister hotel.
Guest review byCarole
Australia

Zao Shiki no Hotel

Zaō Onsen
From $192.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews
It has big rooms. The location of the hotel is pratical
Guest review bySofia
Italy

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