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Zaō Onsen

15 ryokans

Tsuruoka

12 ryokans

Kaminoyama

10 ryokans

Tendo

8 ryokans

Yonezawa

6 ryokans

Mogami

3 ryokans

The best ryokans in Yamagata

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Ichiraku tendo spa & brewery

Tendo Onsen, Tendo

Ichiraku tendo spa & brewery features a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 19 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

A
Amanda
From
Japan
What a cool place! There were so many opportunities to taste the beer that was brewed locally on-site. From the drinks bar at check-in to the tasting room open all day to the all-you-can-drink plan at dinner, the hotel was really quite generous with their liquid offerings. Even non-drinkers are accommodated with plenty of alcohol-free options. We also liked that they had multiple private baths on site. The main onsen were also quite nice. The food was fantastic and the beef served at dinner was some of the best I've had.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews
Price from
$266.47
1 night, 2 adults

Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya

Tendo Onsen, Tendo

Boasting natural hot spring baths, Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya is located a 15-minute walk from JR Tendo Station, 31 mi from Sendai.

B
Bongkot
From
Thailand
It was such a lovely experience to spend our night at Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya. All staff are friendly with warm smiles, as its name 😊 It is very clean. I am very impressed when I see the lady at the front desk even clean the suitcases’ wheels for us before guiding us to the room. The food and services were excellent. Especially with the food, they are very careful with the preparation, since we have some food restrictions. It is also close to Yamadera. Therefore, I would recommend staying here if you are looking for a place to spend the night near Yamadera.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews
Price from
$213.90
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Koyo

Kaminoyama Onsen, Kaminoyama

11 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort in Kaminoyama, Hotel Koyo provides accommodations with access to a sauna, public bath, and open-air bath.

D
Daniel
From
United States
Amazing staff and just as equally amazing food! Such a fantastic experience. The staff went above and beyond, will definitely be coming back. Plus there is a custard pudding stand not 20ft from the premises, it’s to die for.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
Price from
$173.32
1 night, 2 adults

Tendo Onsen TAKINOYU

Tendo Onsen, Tendo

Tendo Onsen TAKINOYU provides a hot spring bath and a public bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodations in Tendo, 19 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort.

B
Brittany
From
United States
Breakfast was delicious and had a wide variety of options. I enjoyed both their Western style breakfast items, like their croissants and pastries, but especially loved their Japanese menu items and mineral eggs. It was very convenient to have breakfast on the property, and the eating area had a lovely view of the garden.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 171 reviews
Price from
$213.90
1 night, 2 adults

Hayamakan

Kaminoyama Onsen, Kaminoyama

Guests at Hayamakan can enjoy traditional multi-course meals and relax in the indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths.

M
Marek
From
Canada
The property was very luxurious, clean and just very comfortable. The staff were extremely friendly and tried to accommodate with what ever I needed. Even with the language barrier they did everything exceptionally without any issues. The food was amazing also. The dinners especially were one of the major highlights for me. I tried so many new dishes and they all tasted amazing. Being locally sourced also made if that more delicious. The room was also amazing as I had my own private onsen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 350 reviews
Price from
$157.28
1 night, 2 adults

Tamonkan

Mount Haguro, Tsuruoka

Tamonkan in Tsuruoka provides accommodations with a garden and a terrace. This ryokan offers free private parking and luggage storage space.

Đ
Đặng
From
Vietnam
I really like old-style ryokans. They feel warm and cozy, and they have a way of healing my heart.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews
Price from
$100.66
1 night, 2 adults

Arimakan

Kaminoyama Onsen, Kaminoyama

10 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort in Kaminoyama, Arimakan features accommodations with access to a sauna, hot spring bath, and hot tub.

A
Alejandro
From
Luxembourg
It was a luxury ryokan experience at a very affordable price point. The baths were really nice, and there was a complementary option to book one private bath stance. The room was way spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was top notch. Great experience overall, and very nice as a relaxing spot after touring around Japan.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
$124.56
1 night, 2 adults

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, 263 reviews
Price from
$291.03
1 night, 2 adults

Tendo Hotel

Tendo Onsen, Tendo

Offering city views, Tendo Hotel in Tendo provides accommodations, an open-air bath, and free bikes.

K
Kathy
From
United States
The staff was very friendly. I wanted to make dinner reservations and the staff attempted to call different restaurants for me.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
$116.47
1 night, 2 adults

Tsutaya

Nishikawa

Providing mountain views, Tsutaya in Nishikawa features accommodations and a garden. A hot tub is available for guests. The ryokan also provides free Wifi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
$195.02
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: $173
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews
Area was lovely. The zao outdoor spa recommended was up hills to the top of the town, so far to walk, hotel would not give us a lift up to the outdoor spa, even though they offer a discount. Staff were nice and helpfull. Hotel onsen was lovely
Guest review byjennifer
Travelers with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 578 reviews
Onsen & the food
Guest review byMianxuan
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
Onsens and Japanese foods
Guest review byKerrie
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
For the price I paid, the quality of food exceeds expectation so were the hot springs. My only grouse is the pillows were not the traditional buck wheat pillows I expected. Meals were served in the room which has a separate sitting and dining area from the bed room. The Yonezawa beef came with a price but it is well worth paying for. A very nice 2-day stay.
Guest review byChin Kiat
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
Absolutely amazing food! The whole experience was fantastic and I can’t recommend it enough. The onsen was lovely especially the outdoor one. There isn’t a lot of English spoken but that didn’t matter. The staff were so kind and really made our stay perfect.
Guest review byAni
Travelers with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews
The owners are extremely lovely and accomodating. The food was superb and the building is magical. The small onsen tub was perfect for winding down after a hike up Mt Haguro.
Guest review byAndreas
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $307.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Friendly staff, comfy bed, nice amenities, designated parking spot, coffee provided on lobby floor for limited hours. Easy access to the onsen. Really enjoyed the breakfast - worth the price. Nicely designed hotel and recommended to those looking for a place to stay in Tsuruoka.
Guest review byJanice
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews
Excellent Dinner and Breakfast. All inclusive drinks. Private Onsen/Hot spring was amazing. Staff were very accommodating and the Cherry blossom in full bloom along the nearby river was a huge bonus. Excellent artworks throughout the property
Guest review byCurrie
Group
Avg. price/night: $107.96
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
We had a lovely stay at Hagurokan. Excellent Japanese hospitality- we felt very welcomed and cared for. The ryokan itself is beautiful, and the traditional meals were so good. Every dish was delicious and thoughtfully prepared. The bed was very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Guest review byLojen
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $235.29
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews
We were upgraded to a room with a private onsen. The place was clean, staff members were kind, helpful, and very hospitable. Although communication was challenging they tried very hard to answer every question we had, which were many (highly appreciate the guy attending to dinner!) We loved the complimentary roasted green tea and wanted to buy some for souvenir but they didnt sell it. Instead they gave us 5 sachets as souvenir, much appreciated! Would come back if we have a chance.8
Guest review byIna Walks
Solo traveler