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Takasagoya Ryokan

Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Takasagoya Ryokan features accommodation with access to a public bath.

J
Jack
From
United Kingdom
Meals were exquisite Staff/Family all very helpful and tolerant with my dodgy Japanese（すみません!） Room very spacious and comfortable, having the kotatsu was also a bonus Bathing facilities excellent Well prepared for people who cannot understand Japanese too また来ます！
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews
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US$183.69
1 night, 2 adults
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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
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US$164.01
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

C
Cindy
From
Hong Kong
The food and service were excellent. Staff were very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews
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US$331.96
1 night, 2 adults
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Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira

Zao Onsen

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.

T
Taniya
From
Australia
Very beautiful onsen. Mix bath and private onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
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US$307.03
1 night, 2 adults
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蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里

Zao Onsen

Located within less than 1 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort in Zao Onsen, 蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里 offers accommodation with seating area.

S
Siau
From
Australia
We had an excellent stay, food and presentations were exquisite. We admired the thought that went into presenting food in dishes that are compatible with the “mood” of the food. Only 5 minutes walk to the lift. Staff were professional, rooms were comfortable and clean. We really enjoyed our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
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US$270.62
1 night, 2 adults
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Meitoya So

Zao Onsen

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.

S
Susan
From
United Kingdom
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Having stayed at Zao Onsen thirty years ago when I worked in Japan, I wanted to share the Zao Onsen experience with my husband, and chose this hotel on the basis of the photos and reviews on Booking.com. On arrival, it all seemed very familiar. After experiencing the onsen bath, and the location of our room, I'm quite sure I had chosen the same hotel where I stayed back then! Obviously it has been quite recently refurbished, but there are some parts that don't change so much. We opted to have dinner at the hotel, which was excellent. Due to some confusion about exactly where the Z90 bus for Zao Onsen left Yamagata city,we missed the bus we wanted to take, so arrived around 6.45pm. (According to Google Maps, we could catch the Z90 from a stop about 50 yards from our previous hotel, but the reception staff there insisted we had to go to Yamagata station... so we missed the bus by one minute. After an hour and a half wait for the next one, the first stop after Yamagata station was, yes, you guessed it, 50 yards from our previous hotel!) As dinner is set out with fresh ingredients to be cooked at your table, you can't be later than 7pm. There is a shuttle bus from the hotel to Zao bus termius, but we didn't know about it, so walked to the hotel. Unfortunately, the short cut route we had planned was closed due to road works, so it was a much longer, and steeper, walk. The next morning, we got the shuttle bus to the bus terminus to return to Yamagata city. The onsen is really wonderful. Zao has a very special PH balance to the water. The bath at this onsen is superb.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 653 reviews
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US$151.54
1 night, 2 adults
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Matsupokkuri

Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Matsupokkuri features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The ryokan has family rooms.

B
Benjamin
From
United Kingdom
In the heart of Zao Onsen village and a short walk to the main "ropeway" or cable car. The room was beautiful with a table and cushionbs and a cupboard with futons to put out. We went western style and left our futons out all the time we were there and had some of the cushions as a makeshift bedhead against the cupboard. The food was absolutely amazing - we had a shabu shabu hot pot dinner that was cooked on our table and it was difficult to stop eating although despite the very generous serving. Breakfast was also plentiful and nutritiously so well balanced that we could go on skiing for hours without a break. The owner is charming and although we hired a local guide for going back country we should have just talked to the owner. He has been skiing is Zao all his life and was a champion giant slalom skier and is a volunteer search and rescue patrol guy too. The mother has a shop downstairs and her delicious sweet dumplings get sold out everyday. Don't worry about not having a private bathroom (I normally prefer this) as the facilities are scrupulously clean. There is a lovely communal bath (one for men, another for women) and the best onsen in town just opposite (free voucher available from the front desk). Felt really well looked after. Will definitely come back!! Zao Onsen is like a ghibli world. There are snow rabbits running about in the breathtaking scenery of the snow monsters and apparently giant foxes and (musasabi) giant flying squirrels with 1.6m wingspan (very rare to see though). Just lovely! Zao also has a new excellent music bar/restaurant called Takiyama Studio. The chefs drum and play guitiar and various instruments and a waitress sings - it was amazing, especially the qualilty of the waitresses singing and guitar playing. The chef's singing was not my cup of tea but he knew his way around an axe!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$131.21
1 night, 2 adults
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Matsukaneya Annex

Zao Onsen

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.

S
Sandy
From
Malaysia
Like it very much and Osen very nice, natural~ relax and my friend also like it very much.. highly recommended.. got free shuttle bus..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
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US$187.63
1 night, 2 adults
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Takamiya Hotel Lucent

Zao Onsen

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.

Q
Qing Chang
From
Singapore
free onsen. very close to ski rental shop and snowboarding instructor. fairly close to the ski ropes and the gondola to see the snow monster. has an equipment room to store your ski / snowboarding gears. nice authentic dinner and breakfast provided by the hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
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US$180.41
1 night, 2 adults
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Pension Puutaro

Zao Onsen

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

パ
パベル
From
Japan
Very kind and attentive staff. Excellent location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
Price from
US$164.01
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 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$91.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 123 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$312.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 177 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 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 61 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 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

    Situated in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Green Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room features accommodation with free WiFi and...

    From US$88.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 205 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.

    From US$202.06 per night

  • Zao Plaza Hotel

    Zao Onsen
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    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.

    From US$259.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 234 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.

These holiday rentals in Zao Onsen and nearby have options with free cancellation

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Located within less than 1 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort in Zao Onsen, 蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里 offers accommodation with seating area.

    From US$342.78 per night

  • Zao Shiki no Hotel

    Zao Onsen
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 375 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.

    From US$277.11 per night

  • ユニテ蔵王ジョーニダ リゾート

    Yamagata
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews

    ユニテ蔵王ジョーニダ リゾート is a recently renovated apartment in Yamagata, near Zao Onsen Ski Resort. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available.

  • G-SQUARE

    Yamagata
    Free cancellation options available
    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.

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  • Meitoya So

    Holiday Rental in Zao Onsen
    Avg. price/night: US$194.84
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 653 reviews
    Well , from the moment we arrived up until our departure, we were spoiled, the staff , the facilities, breakfast, all were sooo good , to be a little precious the traditional style of bedding was a little hard 🙃) Though that was a first world problem, considering all that was offered to us ! We can highly recommend this place A short stroll to all of the village , great onsens The list could go on !!!
    Guest review by
    Wayne
    Young couple

  • Wakamatsuya

    Holiday Rental in Zao Onsen
    Avg. price/night: US$1,017.52
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
    The hotel was lovely and staff were excellent. Great location and an easy walk to the ski field and village for dinner. I stayed in a traditional Japanese room and the view of the village was beautiful. The staff were always helpful and very friendly. Highly recommend.
    Guest review by
    Louise
    Young couple

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

    Holiday Rental in Zao Onsen
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
    Great place to stay Taka, Oraphin and Yui are great hosts and we really enjoyed our time in Zao. The location is perfect easy access to #3 and restaurants in the village.
    Guest review by
    Rob
    Solo traveller

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

    Holiday Rental in Zao Onsen
    Avg. price/night: US$88.57
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews
    Spacious room, good heating, very welcoming family, central to the rest of the village, close to the ski station and free Onsen!
    Guest review by
    Louise
    Young couple

  • Pension Puutaro

    Holiday Rental in Zao Onsen
    Avg. price/night: US$157.45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
    This is a fairly simple guest house, but the host is absolutely wonderful. We could not have been looked after better, and this made it our favourite place to stay during a 2 week trip through Japan. We didn't dine there in the evening (we had only booked for 1 night) but wished we had, as the breakfast we had was incredible, and I've no doubt the dinner would have been just as good. Highly recommended. In addition, the property is well located, within easy walking distance of everything in the village.
    Guest review by
    Stevie
    Group