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Our top choices for Zaoonsen hotels

1. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (191 reviews)
"Everything was amazing. The room was spacious and my wife and I were able to rest and recover after a long multi week trip through Japan and Korea. The only downside was that the laundry facilities were temporarily out of service during our stay. Other than that I highly recommend for a peaceful night to recover the body."
United States
Marquise
The price is Rp2.396.952
Rp2.670.889 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

2. Zao International Hotel

Zao International Hotel
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"Great hotel, excellent rolm, very relaxing and quiet. Wonderful onsen and delicious dinner."
United Kingdom
Massimo
The price is Rp3.698.155
Rp4.102.212 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Zao International Hotel

3. 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 Rp2.511.093
Rp2.796.444 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

4. Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (178 reviews)
"Lovely traditional hotel. Excellent breakfast and perfect location."
Canada
Linda
The price is Rp2.116.789
Rp2.595.557 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Omiya Ryokan

5. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"Good outdoor onsen, good service"
Hong Kong SAR China
Man Ho
The price is Rp5.430.801
Rp6.639.753 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

6. Kinosato

Kinosato
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"The staff was amazing! So kind "
United States
Drew
The price is Rp3.561.186
Rp3.951.547 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Kinosato

7. Meitoya So

Meitoya So
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (83 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
Canada
Shirley
The price is Rp1.850.927
Rp2.273.864 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Meitoya So

8. Takamiya Hotel Jurin

Takamiya Hotel Jurin
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23 reviews)
"good location clean room"
United States
Wish
The price is Rp3.158.163
Rp3.855.821 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Takamiya Hotel Jurin

9. Takamiya Rurikura Resort

Takamiya Rurikura Resort
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (37 reviews)
"Clean room, spacious with outdoor tub!"
United States
Tracie
The price is Rp2.241.306
Rp2.746.223 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Takamiya Rurikura Resort

10. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Takamiya Hotel Hammond
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"The service was nice."
Hong Kong SAR China
Monoceros
The price is Rp1.185.667
Rp1.354.849 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Takamiya Hotel Hammond

11. Le Vert Zao

Le Vert Zao
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
7.4 out of 10, Good, (31 reviews)
"Chan room. Convince location "
United States
Janet Ho
The price is Rp2.732.755
Rp3.341.077 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Le Vert Zao

12. YuiLocalZao

YuiLocalZao
2.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Excellent option for the region. Super clean and close to the lift. "
United States
Rodrigo
The price is Rp2.261.483
Rp2.487.631 total
14 Nov - 15 Nov
YuiLocalZao

13. KKR Zao Hakuginso

KKR Zao Hakuginso
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
The price is Rp2.226.294
Rp2.483.367 total
19 Nov - 20 Nov
KKR Zao Hakuginso

14. Lodge Scole

Lodge Scole
2.5 star property
Zaoonsen
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (11 reviews)
"非常西洋派的旅館,很適合要來藏王花很多天雪的人~~飯店人員也都是外國人(為了來滑雪打工換宿那種),氣氛很有趣! 離看樹冰的纜車比較遠(約步行15分鐘),另外如果有大件行李,建議走溫泉街上去,旁邊的車道比較危險。最後,早餐好吃🙂"
United States
Dennis
The price is Rp216.961.049
Rp262.522.869 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Lodge Scole

15. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
2.5 star property
10.9 km from Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (416 reviews)
"This hotel was wonderful. From its staff to its location - it was a perfect place to rest after touring Yamagata! "
United States
Jennifer
The price is Rp1.203.351
Rp1.323.686 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

16. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
3.5 star property
Kasumicho, 11.1 km from Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay after arriving at Yamagata station."
United States
Piper
The price is Rp1.161.723
Rp1.405.755 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

17. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
3.0 star property
Futabacho, 11.3 km from Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (273 reviews)
"Overall, it was a very nice place to stay."
United States
MASAYO
The price is Rp1.255.546
Rp1.381.101 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

18. Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
3.0 star property
8.7 km from Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (146 reviews)
"Service was very good, but breakfast was a bit stingy for Japanese standards"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is Rp1.483.828
Rp1.632.210 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae

19. Hayamakan

Hayamakan
4.0 star property
12 km from Zaoonsen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"Excellent food, customer service, and overall experience."
United States
Licia
The price is Rp2.967.655
Rp3.332.905 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hayamakan

20. Yuyunosato Yusa

Yuyunosato Yusa
3.0 star property
8.7 km from Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (61 reviews)
"a great hotel with very comfortable bed and clean room, nice room, best in class service, thank you and a great stay."
United States
Sam
The price is Rp2.176.889
Rp2.428.820 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Yuyunosato Yusa
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Compare popular hotels in Zaoonsen

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and chairs.
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
254 reviews
View
A modern indoor pool area with wooden benches and a view of trees and mountains.
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
191 reviews
View
A traditional Japanese building with multiple floors, a stone wall, and a small garden area with steps leading up to the entrance.
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
104 reviews
View
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.
YuiLocalZao
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
8 reviews
View
A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden benches and a stone platform.
Kinosato
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
12 reviews
View

Where to stay in Zaoonsen

Find the best Zaoonsen areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Kasumicho

While Kasumicho may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata Castle.

Futabacho

Futabacho might not have many top sights, but Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Nanukamachi

Nanukamachi might not have many top sights, but Yamagata Castle and Yamagin Kenmin Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jonanmachi

While Jonanmachi isn't home to many top sights, Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata Castle are some notable places to visit nearby.

Honcho

While Honcho may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Yamagata Castle and Yamagin Kenmin Hall.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Zaoonsen?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Yamagata's Zaoonsen neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway as part of your Zaoonsen travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Zaoonsen?
Based on our traveller data, Omiya Ryokan is one of the top choices for your stay in Zaoonsen. This ryokan is a short 1-minute walk from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, and it offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Zao International Hotel and Takamiya Hotel Hammond.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Zaoonsen area?
Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodation options in Zaoonsen to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Yamagata area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Zaoonsen, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Zaoonsen.
What are the top things to see and do in Zaoonsen?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Zaoonsen with a visit to Shiginoya Chinuma and Zao Quasi-National Park. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway are some other places worth a visit. Zao Sanroku Station, Zao Sky Cable and Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort are just a few of the places to visit in and around Zaoonsen. Zao Super Slider and Dokko Numa (Dokko Pond) are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Yamagata.