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Zao Onsen – 26 hotels and places to stay

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews
    From
    US$231
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
    From
    US$171
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews
    From
    US$88
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
    From
    US$173
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
    From
    US$264
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
    From
    US$196
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews
    From
    US$104
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
    From
    US$181
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
    From
    US$123
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
    From
    US$162
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews
    From
    US$328
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
    From
    US$142
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
    From
    US$267
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 658 reviews
    From
    US$150
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
    From
    US$130
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
    From
    US$185
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews
    From
    US$164
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
    From
    US$142
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews
    From
    US$179
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
    From
    US$201
    1 night, 2 adults

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

Popular with guests booking hotels in Zao Onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Zao Onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Zao Onsen

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

Popular with guests booking hotels in Zao Onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Zao Onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Zao Onsen

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

Popular with guests booking hotels in Yamagata

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews

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

Hotels located in the centre of Zao Onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 6 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$97.13 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$97.13 per night
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$187.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 469 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 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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews

Situated in Zao Onsen, 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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.

Best hotels with breakfast in Zao Onsen and nearby

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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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 94 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$90.65 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$131.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 343 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$91.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 130 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$284.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews

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

From US$119.14 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 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 79 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.

From US$121.09 per night

Budget hotels in Zao Onsen and nearby

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 234 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 197 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.

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.

YuiLocalZao is located in Yamagata, less than 1 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort. This ryokan provides free private parking and a shared kitchen.

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 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.

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 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
The hotel has a very comfortable Japanese-style ambiance, and the staff are all kind and friendly. The meals are prepared with great care, and I especially appreciate that they offer vegetarian options. The hotel also provides rubber boots for guests, allowing me to walk safely through the heavy snow. The onsen space is relatively small, I particularly liked the one with the circular bath. Due to the heavy snowfall, we didn’t experience the onsen at the sister hotel. We had a truly enjoyable time here.
Guest review by
YU-HSIN
Taiwan
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
Absolutely amazing. The hosts are the loveliest people and really welcome you into their home. They take a lot of effort into making sure that you're enjoying your stay in Zao Onsen. They show you the layout of the town and give great recommendations for various activities that you'd like to do. I felt really cared for. It's a true authentic Japanese experience. Highly recommend!
Guest review by
vanessa
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 234 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 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews
The English speaking receptionist answer our question quickly. Just 3 minutes walk to the ropeway station. The dinner is good taste and the waiter and waitress do their best to service us. There are free shuttle pick up to/from the Yamagata Station. We are also have hot spring in sister hotel. Good hotel.
Guest review by
williamcktong
Hong Kong
From US$247.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews
Everything. A little paradise in zao onsen!
Guest review by
Michael
Italy