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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.

A
Adriana
From
Spain
breakfast buffet is excellent. the hot springs are beautiful and very peaceful. the view from the room’s window was incredible.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews
Price from
US$227.71
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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
US$168.67
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.

d
david
From
Israel
Amazing, beautiful and so nice. Honestly couldn't recommend this place more.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 417 reviews
Price from
US$86.88
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
Maryana
From
Indonesia
Wonderful location, in my opinion the best in Zao. Western room was spacious comfortable. Great shower. Hotel facilities are very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews
Price from
US$171.07
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$260.04
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, 107 reviews
Price from
US$193.21
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$102.23
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.

M
Marquez
From
Canada
Family friendly (we were family of 6, 8 yo, 14 yo , 18 yo and 3 adults), the hosts/owner was very accommodating, kind and helpful. Room was clean, traditional tatami room, also kept clean every morning. The dinner and breakfast is a must have if you want to experience traditional, delicious, home cooked Japanese meal (locally sourced). Few mins walk from all the 3 public onsens which is very convenient, you get to try them for free too (the ryokan provides the coupons for you). The inhouse public onsen is also a great option, a few steps from the rooms. For those who ski/snowboard, it is also a few minute walk from the Ski resort (ski ticketing/renting area). You can buy lift tickets from the ryokan at a discounted rate as well They also assisted is in shipping (Takuhaibin) our 5 luggage of ski gears to our next destination.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews
Price from
US$178.90
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.

A
Adam
From
United Kingdom
Fantastic location, right on Uwanodai slope - actual ski-in ski-out. Host was extremely friendly and helpful, the food in the restaurant was great and good value. Nice draught beer! Shower in room with a shared hot bath that could be booked for free. There's a ski/boot room in the basement that opens onto the slope. The decor is a bit dated but in a very charming way.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
US$159.73
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Zao Onsen

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.

R
Ricky
From
Australia
staff was really friendly and would go above and beyond. breakfast and dinner was also delish! would happily come back again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
Price from
US$323.29
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 417 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 342 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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews

Set in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Le Vert Zao offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath.

From US$185.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

Located in Zao Onsen, 300 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Yoshidaya has ski-to-door access, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 470 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.

From US$157.43 per night
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.

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 383 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.

G-SQUARE

Hotel in Yamagata
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 379 reviews

Located in Yamagata, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, G-SQUARE provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

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.

From US$260.04 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Zao Onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

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

From US$95.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

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.

From US$95.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 417 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$100.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews

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.

From US$117.40 per night
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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews

Set 500 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Pension Puutaro offers 3-star accommodation in Zao Onsen and features a garden.

From US$153.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 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$463.85 per night

Budget hotels in Zao Onsen and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews

Yamagata Zao Pension Apron Stage is a 3-star property set in Kaminoyama. It offers free WiFi, ski-to-door access, a garden and a restaurant.

From US$89.45 per night

Featuring a bar, 蔵王ペンション kobaya is set in Kaminoyama in the Yamagata region, 2.3 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort. The bed and breakfast features family rooms.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 342 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$86.25 per night
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.

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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Boasting a private open-air bath, 一棟貸し 露天風呂付き Snowfall Meteor is set in Kaminoyama. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge.

From US$1,177.26 per night

FAQs about hotels in Zao Onsen

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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews
when you arrive at the station and cannot find public phone, you can contact tourist information staff to call the hotel so they will send the shuttle bus to pick you up. The location is just right in front of the Zao Chuo Ropeway and close to Lawson. The dinner and breakfast have buffet and for the dinner they arrange the local beef shabu shabu which is great.
Guest review by
Suthisa
Thailand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 659 reviews
location is good, just few minutes walk to gondola lift station. It is clean and spacious. The meals are so good! also the hot spring is very clean and the outdoor environment is very pretty. they offer shuttle bus between hotel and bus station. the staffs are wonderful too! we had an excellent experience in this hotel so it was really value for money!!!
Guest review by
Yuk Man
Hong Kong
From US$463.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
Amazing 16th century Ryokan complete with Japanese clothing to wear. Enormous living quarters was unexpected. Great history with enough modern features to be functional. Allowed us to store luggage and carried it down the hill for us. Excellent onsens with clear explanation for use
Guest review by
Gaylene
Australia
From US$157.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews
- The ryokan feels like traditional Japanese Inn - Onsen is as expected. - Food is pretty good
Guest review by
CTO75
Malaysia
From US$185.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
Ski in ski out. Friendly staff Food was Nice
Guest review by
Jon
Australia