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A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, stone steps, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

1. Chikusenso Onsen

Chikusenso Onsen
4.5 star property
Zao
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"It was a magical stay."
United States
Anderson
The price is Rp12.842.218
Rp14.324.119 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Chikusenso Onsen
A covered outdoor pool area with a wooden pergola structure, a hot tub, and a small rectangular pool.

2. Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Zao
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (505 reviews)
"We had no issues whatsoever. The rooms were clean and spacious. The hot springs were great. If you come by car, the location of the hotel is also good. Overall a very pleasant experience."
Japan
Dmitry
The price is Rp943.300
Rp1.141.393 total
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
A hot spring bath with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape.

3. Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro
3.5 star property
Zao
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (35 reviews)
"Absolutely adore Kappa no Yado, and I still daydream of being in Togatta. 10/10 an absolutely beautiful experience. Every staff member was kind, helpful and thoughtful throughout our honeymoon. The grounds have a heartbeat, with hot spring water flowing through the town, bubbling forth rich life. The sounds of bear bells jingling in the street. The glow of modern Japan meets rural Japan in small notable ways."
United States
Estevan
The price is Rp2.707.592
Rp3.100.827 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro
A wet floor in a public restroom with multiple sinks and stools.

4. Bardenya Soho

Bardenya Soho
3.0 star property
Zao
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4 reviews)
"お風呂も料理も素晴らしい 東館のツインベッドで、部屋施設に電子レンジ、冷蔵庫、ミニ電気コンロ、シンク、ユニットバス、トイレあり"
Japan
Kaya
The price is Rp1.412.657
Rp1.666.805 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Bardenya Soho
A spa area with a stone bench and a hot tub, surrounded by large windows with a forest view.

5. Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi

Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi
4.0 star property
Zao
The price is Rp2.981.175
Rp3.279.293 total
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi
A modern building with a wooden exterior, a covered outdoor area, and a well-lit pathway leading to it.

6. makinokutsurogizao

makinokutsurogizao
2.0 star property
Zao
The price is Rp7.088.299
Rp7.797.129 total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
makinokutsurogizao
A modern indoor seating area with tables and chairs, a large window with a view of the sky, and a potted plant.

7. Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao
3.0 star property
Shiroishi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (280 reviews)
"Great location and price!!"
Australia
Jin Myeon
The price is Rp874.110
Rp961.521 total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a TV. The room has a city view through large windows.

8. Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East

Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East
4.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location and reasonable price Calm and Clean"
United States
Seungjun
The price is Rp2.136.521
Rp2.702.699 total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East
A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a glass display cabinet.

9. Mitsui Garden Hotel Sendai

Mitsui Garden Hotel Sendai
4.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Professional staff And good location"
United States
Paul
The price is Rp1.301.434
Rp1.431.577 total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Mitsui Garden Hotel Sendai
A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden beams, a stone bath, and a view of lush greenery.

10. TAOYA Akiu

TAOYA Akiu
2.0 star property
Taihaku Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (273 reviews)
"The Tanya was really a great stay. The Onsen water is wonderful; the staff is great, as well as the food. It is as clean as it can be considering its age and number of visitors. I will go back again."
United States
Rand
The price is Rp3.837.791
Rp4.221.570 total
2 Dec - 3 Dec
TAOYA Akiu
A modern hotel room with a dining table, two beds, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Hotel Metropolitan Sendai

Hotel Metropolitan Sendai
4.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location adjacent to Sendai Station and bus terminals. Good value for a quality hotel. Shinkansen stop so access if great."
United States
Jose
The price is Rp1.310.457
Rp1.657.729 total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hotel Metropolitan Sendai
A stone-walled room with a wooden window and a stone bench.

12. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (254 reviews)
"Staff are nice, room is clean, onsen is awesome!! And location is great, right next to the bus terminal. "
Taiwan
Aileen
The price is Rp2.503.553
Rp2.788.047 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
A spacious hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a city view through floor-to-ceiling windows.

13. The Westin Sendai

The Westin Sendai
5.0 star property
Aoba Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"All the staff we spoke with were very kind and accommodating to anything we asked for. They went out of their way for us and I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Sendai!"
United States
Joseph
The price is Rp3.180.647
Rp4.023.519 total
10 Dec - 11 Dec
The Westin Sendai
A Daiwa Roynet Hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

14. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
2.5 star property
Yamagata
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (417 reviews)
"Good"
United States
CHU
The price is Rp1.128.089
Rp1.240.898 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Richmond' sign, large windows, and a glass facade.

15. Richmond Hotel Premier Sendai Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Sendai Ekimae
4.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (439 reviews)
"Clean room"
United States
Chiaki
The price is Rp1.183.497
Rp1.301.847 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Richmond Hotel Premier Sendai Ekimae
A tall hotel building with a grid of windows, a visible name sign, and surrounding trees.

16. Hotel Grand Bach Sendai

Hotel Grand Bach Sendai
4.0 star property
Miyagino Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (787 reviews)
"Very central close to the JR station. Very nice stay."
Canada
Allan
The price is Rp1.351.919
Rp1.487.111 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hotel Grand Bach Sendai
A spacious hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, grey sofas, and a central coffee table.

17. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai-nishiguchi PREMIER

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai-nishiguchi PREMIER
3.5 star property
Downtown Sendai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (654 reviews)
"very convenient location , close to stores restaurants and starbucks ."
Canada
Marat
The price is Rp1.448.306
Rp1.593.170 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai-nishiguchi PREMIER
A pathway lined with large planters containing olive trees, leading to a building with a modern design.

18. Sendai Washington Hotel

Sendai Washington Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Nice stay"
Canada
Harashdeep
The price is Rp1.109.757
Rp1.342.815 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Sendai Washington Hotel
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and woven chairs.

19. Sendai Royal Park Hotel

Sendai Royal Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Izumi Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
United States
Gary
The price is Rp1.208.989
Rp1.529.330 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Sendai Royal Park Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a TV.

20. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
3.5 star property
Kasumicho
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location - entry from the station concourse, and right next to shops and buses."
Australia
Mark
The price is Rp1.158.235
Rp1.401.535 total
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
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Mt. Zao

9.0/10 (18 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Zao during your travels in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.
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Soak in the therapeutic waters of Zao Onsen's sulfur-rich hot springs after a day exploring the surreal 'snow monster' trees on nearby Mount Zao. Fox Village offers a delightful encounter with dozens of fluffy foxes, while the vibrant Okama Crater lake changes colour throughout the seasons.

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A snow-covered mountain landscape with a ski lift and a green sign.

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Sendai Washington Hotel

Sendai Washington Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great place. Nice and central"
Jonathan 2-night trip
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Sendai Washington Hotel

More cheap stays in Zao

Hotel Mayflower Sendai

Hotel Mayflower Sendai

1-13-28 Honcho, Aoba-ku Miyagi Sendai Miyagi-ken
The price is Rp446.657 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
Rp446.657
Rp540.540 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
7.6/10 Good! (297 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Zao?
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Bardenya Soho is another good choice for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Zao.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Zao has to offer?
Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi: This highly rated holiday home rental in Zao has laundry facilities and WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. This holiday rental also comes with free parking to give you added peace of mind. See all vacation rentals in Zao.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Zao, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Zao.
What's the best family accommodation in Zao?
Bardenya Soho is a ryokan with free parking and free WiFi, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Also, attractions in the area such as Zao Fox Village and Lina World are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Zao.
What's the best LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Zao?
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, affiliated with IGLTA, that features a full-service spa and ski slopes. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Zao.
What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Zao?
Makinokutsurogizao is a top dog-friendly option for your stay. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Zao.
What's the best luxury place to stay in Zao?
Chikusenso Onsen is a luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free valet parking, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in Zao.
What's the best hotel for a trip to the slopes in Zao?
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa is a top hotel for a winter getaway, and features ski-in/ski-out access and free WiFiThis hotel is located 10 minutes by car from Sumikawa Snow Park. See all ski hotels in Zao.
What is the best spa hotel in Zao?
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa is a top ski spa hotel with a restaurant. Spend an afternoon at the spa where you'll find facials, body treatments and aromatherapy. Other popular spa hotels in Zao include Chikusenso Onsen and Yutomori Club. See all spa hotels in Zao.
What is staying in Zao like?
Visitors can enjoy all that Zao has to offer, including the mountain views, ski areas and museums. In Zao, there are 19 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Zao.
What should I see while I'm in Zao?
Natural beauty is on display at Togatta Onsen, Mt. Zao and Okama Crater. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall and Zao Dairy Farm. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Zao guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Zao?
The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 3°C. The rainiest months in Zao are September, August, July and October, with each month seeing an average of 203 mm of rainfall.