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Zao Kokusai Hotel, hotel in Zaō 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.

The location was very convenient to get bus and lopeway
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
303 reviews
Price from£138.63per night
Takamiya Hotel Hammond, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Only a 5-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Hotel Hammond Takamiya offers public hot-spring baths. Guests can use free Wi-Fi in guest rooms and at the public areas.

The price, location ae affordable. Got additional discount for rental event the lift. Definitely stay again if come to Zao!!!
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
199 reviews
Price from£65.64per night
Takamiya Hotel Jurin, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Offering ski-to-door access right across from Uwanodai Ski Area, Hotel Jurin features a hot spring bath, free Wi-Fi at the lobby and a restaurant.

This was a very clean and comfortable hotel, right on the ski slopes. We sent our skiis to and from Narita airport via the affordable luggage delivery. Room was huge and clean, onsen was nice, staff was very helpful and friendly. Discount ski lift tickets are available at the front desk.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
93 reviews
Price from£192.54per night
ロッヂ スガノ, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 5-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, ロッヂ スガノ has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Breakfast is ok. You can walk to the end of the road and reach the slopes
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
17 reviews
Price from£56.51per night
Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Takamiya Rurikura Resort features ski-to-door access from Yokukura ski slope, an outdoor hot spring bath and karaoke rooms.

rooms are nice and clean Coffee is good
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
110 reviews
Price from£154.03per night
Zao Shiki no Hotel, hotel in Zaō Onsen

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.

Friendly staff, delicious dinner, room is spacious and we enjoyed the outdoor onsen outlooking cherry blossom trees during our stay.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
254 reviews
Price from£132.57per night
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso, hotel in 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.

I would absolutely recommend this property to anyone! It is a little out of the way (1 hr bus ride from Yamagata station) but it’s well worth it. Two separate baths with two separate origin waters and a private bath you can book by the hour, and an outdoor bathtub in your room was really cool. It includes a very traditional dinner and breakfast using local specialties. Local sake selection for dinner/room service was also excellent. The staff was so polite and nice - they even carried our luggage to our room and picked us up at the bus station! Room was nice and big with seasonal nature sounds.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
153 reviews
Price from£231.04per night
Le Vert Zao, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Just a 1-minute walk to Nakamori Ski Resort, Le Vert Zao offers both Japanese and Western-style rooms.Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas and free private parking is provided.

location is good, close to the chair lift and central cable.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
85 reviews
Price from£135.03per night
Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Located just an 8-minute walk from Zao-onsen Ski Resort, Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira features various natural hot spring baths and stunning seasonal views of surrounding Zao mountains.

very friendly staff. many of them can explain in simple english. Private onsen is very fantastic. great room for family. the hotel is a bit far from bus terminal but no problem because hotel provide free shuttle van from hotel to many ropeway and also shuttle van from Yamagata st. to hotel (round trip).
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
96 reviews
Price from£104.52per night
Pension Puutaro, hotel in Zaō Onsen

Only a 1-minute walk from the Zao Onsen Ski resort, Pension Puutaro offers Japanese-style rooms, a French course for dinner and free Wi-Fi.

They got us discounted rentals and lift pass.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
175 reviews
Price from£100.02per night
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What Guests Said About Zaō Onsen:

  • 8.0
    Scored 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)
    Camilla
    Denmark
  • 10
    Scored 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.
    Ed
    Malaysia
  • 10
    Scored 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!
    Tamsyn
    Australia
  • 4.0
    Scored 4.0

    I booked for a group of 3 families.

    I booked for a group of 3 families. When I checked in they assumed that the Japanese family is the primary contact. The hotel front refused my ID and address and INSISTED that the Japanese family should be the primary contact and address. This is unacceptable considering that I am the one booking. It caused a lot of confusion and uncomfortable to my group. If you do not want foreigner to book the property then why bother listing it in the booking.com?
    Reza Surja
    Japan
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Interesting for its hot springs one can find almost...

    Interesting for its hot springs one can find almost everywhere and its location in a charming mountain are. The little town itself doesn't offer much and is rather boring. Few restaurants that close early at about 3 pm and hardly any shopping facilities. Fortunately, there is at least a small convenience store. The sulphurous smell of the hot springs can be noticed all around the area.
    Gerd
    Germany
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Staying at the Christmas Rose Hotel was perfect for hot...

    Staying at the Christmas Rose Hotel was perfect for hot springs ( onsen ) and also close to convenience store. The owners are very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Free rides to zao hp town and had coupons for the four main hot springs there. Tatami mat flooring and Japanese type hotel. Perfect for relaxing away from major city type hotels. Peaceful time memories. I have videos on youtube also about it. Highly recommended!! Zao Onsen is an amazing place.
    Rockitfish Ray
    United States of America

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  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews
    Oraphin, Taka, and Yui are the best! The were so friendly and helpful. My fiance and I stayed for a few days and don't speak Japanese so Oraphin and Taka helped us reserve a private onsen and a dinner reservation at a nearby restaurant. Zao Onsen is a small town, but even still the location of the house was very close to everything and just steps away from many nice onsens. Oraphin and Taka will help you with whatever your needs may be, I would gladly come back and stay with them again!
    Edward
    United States of America
  • From £100.02 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 175 reviews
    Amazing location, about 2 minutes walk maximum to the gondola. 4-5 minute walk to a lovely public onsen with an outdoor area. few minutes walk to restaurants in the area. The host lady was phenomenal, so helpful, kind and friendly. She recommended to get a taxi from the stop before Yamagata as we traveled Friday night and there was no buses. Booked our taxi and it was very cheap. Room was comfortable and we enjoyed the Kotatsu in the room. Hot bath area was fine :).
    David
    Japan
  • From £138.63 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 303 reviews
    Enjoyed our stay at this ryokan. The tourists info center at the bus terminal arranged for our shuttle bus pickup. On arrival, that has an English peaking person who checked us in, explained everything in detail, showed us to our room and answered all our questions. The onsen was very good. The Japanese kaiseki dinner was outstanding as was the breakfast the following morning. The staff were very attentive and helpful.
    George
    United States of America
  • From £138.63 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 303 reviews
    The hotel offers great onsen facilities. Public baths: 1 indoor pool and 2 outdoor pools as well as 3 private facilities. The rooms are spacious and the staff is extremely polite and helpful. They offer a free shuttle bus service to and from Yamagata station which has to be reserved 3 days in advance. Wonderful dinner which was included in our room rate and very good and copious breakfast.
    Gerd
    Germany
  • From £231.04 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 154 reviews
    Very nice, traditional experience! We were very surprised with the diversity of the breakfast. If you want to experience a proper Japanese breakfast, here is one place where you can do that very well. The onsen was very pleasant too, but you might need to get accustomed to the temperature. All in all we had a very pleasant stay here and we can definitely recommend! Thanks a lot :)
    EntCrafter
    Germany
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 31 reviews
    Great location! Near to Ropeway 3, convenience store, sake museum, and onsen. Plus points for the delicious barbecue restaurant in front of the hotel. The hosts Oraphin and Taka were very warm and spoke great English too. They had a lot of stories to share and it was such a pleasure to stay in their company. Coffee and tea were provided in the common area. Clean and well-kept place!
    Erika
    Philippines
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 220 reviews
    Stayed 4 night during CNY holiday. Location is great ski in ski out. It is up on the mountain but the boss drove me from the bus stop. Free onsen ticket for 3 public onsen in the town. Room is warm and slept welll. Boss is friendly and helpful, and speak good english!
    Tat Man
    Hong Kong
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 38 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.
    Louise
    Australia
  • From £114.42 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 261 reviews
    Very beautiful traditional ryokan, the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. Had a blast snowboarding for the first time and enjoyed the onsen after a whole day out in the cold. Breakfast and dinner are delicious and very large portions.
    Kent
    Malaysia
  • From £88.02 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 249 reviews
    I got the best value for the price I paid, good food and accommodation. It is a walk distance from the bus station and the public baths. If you want a rustic old Japanese Ryokan experience on a reasonable budget this is the place for you.
    R
    Rhea
    Japan
  • From £100.02 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 175 reviews
    The house is clean and under good maintenance. It’s just opposite to the ski resort which is very convenient. The room is not big but good enough for 3 of us. The host is super helpful and thoughtful and I’m really appreciated it.
    Tiffany Pui Yee
    Hong Kong
  • From £88.02 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 249 reviews
    - The staff are very nice. - It has its own public bath. - ⁠the style is lake a Japanese home with tatami mats and a kotatsu, you have a sink in your room and a heater. - ⁠it’s easy to get to it from the bus statio.
    AlBuarki
    Bahrain
  • From £65.01 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 71 reviews
    Great location, 5 minutes walking from the ski resort, 1 minute from public onsen, 2 minutes walking from the bus stop. A lot of restaurants around. The stuff are friendly. The breakfast is really good, Japanese style.
    Alessandra
    Japan
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 220 reviews
    The lodge is really near to the ski resort. Literally you can just walk to play ski or snowboard. Even though there is no bathroom in the property, but you can have free token to enter onsen near the property.
    Izwan Muayyad Muhammad
    Japan
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 199 reviews
    Spacious Japanese style room with great view. Friendly staff and service; Flexible check in process; A lot of entertainment facilities, although I only used Onsen.
    Richard
    Australia
  • From £114.42 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 261 reviews
    We have had a very remarkable stayed at omiya ryokan with fully retreated in a Japanese local life style we will comeback to this place again..
    visessak
    Thailand
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 199 reviews
    We were a family of four and the Japanese style family room was spacious. The onsen was good especially the indoor. Self check-in was easy m
    Melvin
    Australia
  • From £80.01 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 80 reviews
    Everything, the atmosphere of the hotel, the warm welcome of the staff as well as the delicious dinner, everything was perfect
    Jean
    Japan
  • From £185.38 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 254 reviews
    Just a normal hotel that is not on the ski slopes The bed was comfortable
    Lauren
    Australia
  • From £185.38 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 254 reviews
    Only near ski resort
    lee
    Malaysia