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Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Hotel in Yamagata

Located in Yamagata, 17 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking and massage services.

V
Vivienne
From
Australia
everything was great: convenience, cleanliness and comfort. outstanding value! and the amazing onsen packets at the front counter. Turn your bath into your own onsen!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,970 reviews
Price from
US$82.17
1 night, 2 adults

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.

J
Jeannine
From
United States
I love the quiet location, lots of areas to walk around and appreciate I was surprised at all the choices for breakfast and personally preferred the Japanese style breakfast all the food, fresh tasty and attractive
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 384 reviews
Price from
US$223.80
1 night, 2 adults

HOTEL SLOW VILLAGE - Vacation STAY 66828v

Hotel in Hagyū

Set in Hagyū, 49 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, HOTEL SLOW VILLAGE - Vacation STAY 66828v offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

T
Thomas
From
Australia
The rooms were excellently furnished at a fantastic price point. The amenities available were top class and the service from staff was excellent. Definitely a gem hidden in regional Japan. There is even a fantastic common area and sky deck that I don't recall seeing on the listing prior, that only enhances the quality of the space!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$125.09
1 night, 2 adults

Comfort Hotel Yamagata

Hotel in Yamagata

Situated 16 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Comfort Hotel Yamagata offers 3-star accommodation in Yamagata and has free bikes. The property is non-smoking and is located 100 metres from Yamagata...

A
Arshad
From
India
I really liked the location of the place. Also the staff was really helpful. The breakfast and room were good for the price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,378 reviews
Price from
US$65.11
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel in Yamagata

Directly connected to JR Yamagata Shinkansen (bullet train) Station, Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata offers comfortable guest rooms with warm colours and modern facilities.

L
Laura
From
France
The location was perfect for me, just into Yamagata station, so convenient. It was very clean and the view was so nice. I recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,090 reviews
Price from
US$122.89
1 night, 2 adults

Tsukino HOTEL

Hotel in Sakata

Situated in Sakata, 23 km from Kamo Aquarium, Tsukino HOTEL features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

S
Steve
From
United Kingdom
This was the perfect hotel for a logistical overnight. Beautiful lobby, compact but excellent rooms. Great staff. Great value.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 434 reviews
Price from
US$85.45
1 night, 2 adults

Toyoko Inn Yamagata-eki Nishi-guchi

Hotel in Yamagata

Located within 18 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 400 metres of Yamagata Station, Toyoko Inn Yamagata-eki Nishi-guchi provides rooms in Yamagata. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

D
David
From
Australia
Great location, and the breakfast buffet had a surprising amount of variety and was very nutritious!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 486 reviews
Price from
US$81.18
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae-

Hotel in Yamagata

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae- is located in Yamagata, 13 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 4.3 km from Yamagata Station.

M
Martijn
From
Netherlands
Friendly staff, clean and spacious rooms, very nice facilities (4 washing machines, vending machines, included breakfast), easily accessible with public transit and a nice view from our hotel window.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
Price from
US$77.31
1 night, 2 adults

Super Hotel Yamagata Sakurambo-Higashine Station Front

Hotel in Higashine

Situated in Higashine, 45 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Super Hotel Yamagata Sakurambo-Higashine Station Front features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

E
Ekkaluck
From
Thailand
Big Car parking Lot and big room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews
Price from
US$108.51
1 night, 2 adults

Shonai Hotel Suiden Terrasse

Hotel in Tsuruoka

Set in Tsuruoka, 11 km from Kamo Aquarium, Shonai Hotel Suiden Terrasse offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a bar.

S
Sophia
From
Australia
I don't know why this isn't a 5 star hotel. They had better service, facilities, rooms, food, everything - much better than any of the 5-star hotels I've ever stayed at. Everything was amazing. They had open air onsen, gym area (mostly cardio and 1 pull, 1 push machine), sake bar and lounge, library to hang out. So many things, I really wish I stayed a bit longer!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 826 reviews
Price from
US$115.29
1 night, 2 adults
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Yamagata's best hotels with breakfast

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 356 reviews

    Only a 5-minute walk from JR Yamagata Station’s West exit, Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae features comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi, drinks vending machines and massage treatments.

    From US$118.01 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

    Set in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$193.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews

    Located in Tendo, 30 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Hotel Route-Inn Tendo provides accommodation with massage services and free private parking.

    From US$95.63 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

    Located in Tsuruoka, within 28 km of Kamo Aquarium and 47 km of Shinjo Station, Kyukamura Shonai-Haguro provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

    From US$189.89 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,406 reviews

    Set in Yamagata, 9 km from Lina World, Yamagata Grand Hotel offers accommodation with a bar. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. The restaurant serves European cuisine.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,225 reviews

    Just a 1-minute walk from JR Yamagata Train Station, Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae offers modern accommodations with free wired internet and a video-on-demand (VOD) system.

    From US$101.73 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

    Situated in Yonezawa, 49 km from Kitakata Station, Hotel Alpha-One Yonezawa features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

    From US$99.69 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews

    Set within 50 km of Kitakata Station and 50 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Toyoko Inn Yonezawa Ekimae features rooms in Yonezawa. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

    From US$70.50 per night

Budget hotels in Yamagata

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 382 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$106.46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Featuring 4-star accommodation, Hiyori Yama Hotel is located in Sakata, 37 km from Kisakata Harbor and 43 km from Konoura Harbor. The property is non-smoking and is situated 23 km from Kamo Aquarium.

    From US$63.17 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

    Located in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29370 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

    Located in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29372 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 102 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$101.73 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews

    Situated in Sakata, 24 km from Kamo Aquarium, Hotel Alpha-One Sakata features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a restaurant and massage services.

    From US$91.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 363 reviews

    Set within 17 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 600 metres of Yamagata Station, Hotel Capital in Yamagata offers rooms in Yamagata.

    From US$52.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews

    Located in Murayama, 49 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Murayama Nishiguchi Hotel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$100.51 per night

Hotels in Yamagata that you can book without a credit card

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Set in Hagyū, 49 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, HOTEL SLOW VILLAGE - Vacation STAY 66828v offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 547 reviews

    Hotel Route-Inn Shinjyo Ekimae is situated in Shinjo, 700 metres from Shinjo Station and 25 km from Oishida Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 69 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$138.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Set in Kaminoyama, 16 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, ステイインホテル材木栄屋 offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Situated in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29460 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Situated in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29362 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

    Set in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29375 offers accommodation with free WiFi 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$290.95 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
    Everything from the moment we Checked-in was perfect. Its a beautiful old japanese house, with a lot of love and taste renovated. The interior is a mix of western and japanese designers. Every room is unique. The private onsen water was so comforting that even me, as not much a onsen lover, loved it to dip in. We stayed two nights and every morning they offered us some kind of activity. For us it was rice planting and going up to the mountain to see basin of yamagata. Also the owners are very nice and are actively taking care of the guests and support them with informations and tell their long family history in yamagata. the highlight is also the restaurant, you can enjoy highend japanese cuisine, cooked with a lot of passion by using mostly local ingredients from yamagata prefecture in a cool low dimmed counterseating or a private room. Please be hungry cuz you will eat a lot.
    Guest review by
    ReneH
    Japan
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
    Everything was wonderful - the pickup and drop off at Sanze station, the kind staff, the food, the beautiful view from my room, and dinner (with sunset view). I very much enjoyed the outdoor onsen. In my experience, large onsen hotels with scenic views (eg Enoshima) tend to not offer very good food and cut a few corners on maintenance but the food was very good and everything (including music playing in the corridors) was thoughtfully and carefully maintained. This stay was one of the highlights of my 10-day solo trip.
    Guest review by
    Delia
    Australia
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,406 reviews
    We stayed a tripple room. It was huge. The furniture is not fixed to the walls or floor so you can move it around as you need it. We moved all the beds together and slept as a family of four (one elementary school kid, we announced the number of guests beforehand and payed for the additional breakfast at check in) very comfortable in the three beds. An additional blanket was in the cupboard and each bedding consisted of two pillows anyhow, so no problem.
    Guest review by
    Maria
    Japan
  • From US$217.84 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 767 reviews
    Amazing Onsen resort. Being able to choose Yukata's according to colour and size. Great dinner, especially my biggest gratitude to the elderly waitresses. She recognised me in the morning, and even with the language barrier, she was a great waitress and hospitable company. Onsen was great, especially the outdoor onsen with lots of snow.
    Guest review by
    Jonathan Jethro
    Netherlands
  • From US$181.28 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 171 reviews
    The private onsen in the room is amazing! The window can be fully opened and we enjoy the mountain view and fresh air so much. Tachibahana location is great too. We can take a pleasant walk along the Atsui river and experience the mountain village life.
    Guest review by
    Chang Chao-Chi
    Taiwan
  • From US$276.03 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
    Hotel and room is clean and new and spacious. Friendly staff. Free shuttle van service to and fro. ski slope morning and afternoon. Buffet breakfast and included dinner is superb. Onsen in the hotel and free access to outdoor onsen which is 1min walk away.
    Guest review by
    Kit Hang
    Malaysia
  • From US$613.09 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
    Superb! Well exceeded our expectations. The facilities were amazing. There are free private spas, unlimited drinks including alcohol, and free bar cocktails at night and also open fire to roast marshmallows. We had an amazing experience!
    Guest review by
    Wendy
    Hong Kong
  • From US$241.71 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 384 reviews
    I love the quiet location, lots of areas to walk around and appreciate I was surprised at all the choices for breakfast and personally preferred the Japanese style breakfast all the food, fresh tasty and attractive
    Guest review by
    Jeannine
    United States
  • From US$430.25 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
    The staff are friendly, polite, and patient. I can't speak Japanese well, but the staff did their best to communicate with me.
    Guest review by
    Tiffany
    Japan
  • From US$246.59 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
    This hotel has multiple beautiful indoor and outdoor spring water spa. Food is nice too. room is spacious.
    Guest review by
    Linda
    Australia
  • From US$105.80 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 787 reviews
    Very comfortable beds, probably the best we tried within this price range. Very helpful and kind staff.
    Guest review by
    Robert
    Spain
  • From US$358.09 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
    A very friendly welcome on arrival. Excellent service. Beautifully appointed rooms.
    Guest review by
    Alan
    Australia
  • From US$185.01 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 448 reviews
    BREAKFAST AND DINNER IS EXOTIC AND LOCAL FOR FOREIGNER AWESOMENESS IS NOT ENOUGH
    Guest review by
    Shang Lun
    Taiwan
  • From US$656.49 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
    Very friendly and helpful staff. Japanese breakfast and dinner was nice.
    Guest review by
    Bee
    Malaysia
  • From US$152.63 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
    Beautifully presented Ryokan with a lovely bath facing the river
    Guest review by
    Sophie
    Australia

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  • 10.0

    I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata!

    I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata! The location is absolutely perfect—conveniently connected to the station, making it easy to explore the city and surrounding areas. The hotel itself is modern, clean, and well-maintained, providing a comfortable and relaxing experience. The staff were very welcoming and attentive, always ready to assist with a smile. While their hospitality was excellent, I did find that a bit more fluency in English communication would enhance the experience for international guests. That being said, their warmth and willingness to help more than made up for any language barriers. Overall, I truly enjoyed my stay and would definitely recommend Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata to anyone visiting the area. Looking forward to staying here again in the future!
    Guest review by
    Dela Cruz
    Australia
  • 2.0

    We booked this hotel specifically because it was sold and...

    We booked this hotel specifically because it was sold and represented as offering a mountain view room. Unfortunately, this turned out to be a serious misrepresentation. Only about 10% of the view included any mountain at all. The overwhelming majority of what we saw from our room was another building and rooftops. This was extremely disappointing and upsetting, especially given the premium we paid for this experience. The disappointment left us distressed and unable to even enjoy the expensive dinner and breakfast that were included in our package. What was meant to be a highlight of our trip turned into a very unpleasant experience. To make matters worse, when we left hastily, we accidentally forgot one of our cell phones in the room. Several hours later, after driving back, we were relieved that the phone had been recovered and placed at the front desk. However, the staff made no effort during the entire day to contact us on our primary phone number to alert us. This lack of initiative and courtesy only added to our frustration. For a hotel of this caliber, we expected honesty in advertising, basic consideration for guests’ wellbeing, and a proactive approach to guest service. Unfortunately, none of these expectations were met.
    Guest review by
    Jeff Rayden
    United States
  • 8.0

    Yonezawa city has Uesugi Jinjya, the site of the Uesugi clan...

    Yonezawa city has Uesugi Jinjya, the site of the Uesugi clan castle. It is very nice, and they have museum and things to see. It's worth a visit to check it out. There is two near-by Onsen, the Onogawa and Shirabu to stay. Yonezawa beef is superb, one of the best in the country. It is also expensive.
    Guest review by
    Yamashita
    United States
  • 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
  • 10.0

    Sakata is a very quiet town with a few facilities.

    Sakata is a very quiet town with a few facilities. Most of the attractions are walkable if you stay close to the river, slightly long walk from train station. You can visit all attractions within a day (two night stays recommended if you arrived late). Please make sure that the day you arrive all the places are open (not Tuesday or Wednesday). Another interesting town in Japan for a visit.
    Guest review by
    NANTANA
    Thailand
  • 10.0

    Yamagata is a beautiful city.

    Yamagata is a beautiful city. It was also our base for visiting other places. We went to Yamadera, Ginza Onsen and Zao Onsen by train and bus, from the Yamagata station. Had Ramen, which was reasonable in value
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
  • 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
  • 10.0

    The Yamagata Ski area (Zao Onsen) is fantastic.

    The Yamagata Ski area (Zao Onsen) is fantastic. It wasnt crowded, lessons for kids and adults were AUD$55 for 4 hours, lifts were @4$ per lift. Gear hire was AUD$65 for 2 days PP. In Australia lift passes are $250 per day alone. The hotel Sailor Hutte was literally at the base of the ski lifts. Food was cheap ($10-14 per meal) booze was cheap ($3.50 for a beer). The guys at the Hotel Sailor Hutte were great, make an effort to chat with them via your translator app. Its worth it. One more thing, I would recommend buying Shinkansen tickets directly from JR East rail online. Heaps cheaper than buying a seven day pass unless you are planning to spend 7 days on the train. FYI there are 3 Shinkansen companies East, Central and West. They have there own websites a bit clunky in English but it works. Good luck.
    Guest review by
    Kieran
    Australia
  • 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