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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.

E
Ed
From
Malaysia
The breakfast and dinner is traditional Japanese and is excellent and value for money. The dinner was especially sumptuous and was more than expected. It had a small onsen and for the more adventurous you can also use on of the 3 public onsen that was only steps away from the front door. It's exceptionally close to the ski lift - easily walkable even with gear.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
Price from
US$183.28
1 night, 2 adults

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.

B
Bee
From
Malaysia
Very friendly and helpful staff. Japanese breakfast and dinner was nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Price from
US$331.21
1 night, 2 adults

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, 105 reviews
Price from
US$255.28
1 night, 2 adults

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
Price from
US$270.01
1 night, 2 adults

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.

T
Tracy
From
Singapore
The service was excellent, dinner and bfast served was delicious. I just amazed with their warm hospitality especially when we encountered the problems to get to the ropeway of Zao Onsen Ropeway station, the front desk without hesitate and drove 4 of us to the bus terminal for luggage kept at the locker and then further dropped us at the zao ropeway cable car. It was really unexpected and they extend their great hospitality to fetch us around especially that day it was snow heavily. We were much appreciated and enjoyed the stay in the Ryokan. Thanks to the drivers and front desk staffs, it was so touch and definitely a memorable stay and will definitely come back again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
Price from
US$151.20
1 night, 2 adults

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.

N
Nok
From
Australia
You get well beyond what you paid for, comfortable bedding and pillow. Owner was super helpful and friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$130.91
1 night, 2 adults

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
Shin Yi
From
Taiwan
Good location and good food.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews
Price from
US$187.20
1 night, 2 adults

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, 179 reviews
Price from
US$180
1 night, 2 adults

Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan

Zao Onsen

Only a 5-minute walk from the Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Omiya Ryokan features Japanese-style rooms, hot spring baths and massage treatments.

G
Greg
From
New Zealand
Beautiful rooms and facilities with very helpful staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews
Price from
US$144
1 night, 2 adults

Zao Shiki no Hotel

Zao 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.

K
Kit Hang
From
Malaysia
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.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
Price from
US$191.52
1 night, 2 adults
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Experience culture authentically with a stay at this traditional Japanese-style accommodation. Sleep on the floor (on a futon roll) in a room furnished with tatami flooring and sliding doors. Guests can often expect access to a communal bath plus a complimentary Japanese garment called a yukata.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Highly rated ryokans in Zao Onsen and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 126 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$288.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Situated in Yamagata, 200 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, 蔵王温泉 林檎屋 has ski-to-door access, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 203 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 377 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$272.17 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these ryokans in Zao Onsen and nearby

Yoshidaya

Zao Onsen
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

Located in Zao Onsen, 300 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Yoshidaya has ski-to-door access, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

From US$122.40 per night

Zao Plaza Hotel

Zao Onsen
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 146 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.

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Avg. price/night: US$272.17
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
- Great hospitality - amazing onsen (both traditional outside the hotel and within the hotel) - yukata - fantastic breakfast
Guest review by
Marco
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$161.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 456 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.
Guest review by
Kent
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$475.21
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Amazing experience at the Ryokan. Rooms are really nice and the Onsen and food are great
Guest review by
Andre
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Close to the property. Love the private onsen, the host even provides the local milk to the customer to enjoy after soaking in the hot spring. Also the shuttle bus service is pretty handy.
Guest review by
serena
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$180
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
It’s well located. Close to the most famous onsen in Zao. The rooms are typical ryokan room, but I had to set my own futon. Onsen are great too
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Maria Inês
Solo traveller