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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, 332 reviews
Price from
US$185.71
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.

R
Ray Ming
From
Taiwan
Everything is perfect! The amazing experience was starting from the transportation service. Then the check-in and dinner services, everything feels perfect! I can feel the staffs are all proud of this Hotel and its history and spirit. Thanks for Takamiya gave us such warm experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Price from
US$335.61
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, 106 reviews
Price from
US$275.92
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$273.60
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.

R
Rick
From
Australia
Where do I start? This place is amazing to stay at! I regret that we only stayed one night! The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. Breakfast was included and it was buffet style. Due to it being so early in the season, a lot of restaurants were closed, but the reception staff recommended a lovely BBQ place a short walk away which was delicious! The baths were to die for! We used both the private and public baths.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews
Price from
US$153.21
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$132.65
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
Sandy
From
Malaysia
Like it very much and Osen very nice, natural~ relax and my friend also like it very much.. highly recommended.. got free shuttle bus..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
Price from
US$189.69
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, 178 reviews
Price from
US$182.40
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.

R
Rod
From
Australia
Beautiful place to stay. Very traditional and it was an amazing experience for the kids. The staff could not have been more helpful and lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 453 reviews
Price from
US$145.92
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.

B
BYONGWON
From
South Korea
good food, good location with mizubasho field behind the hotel, good trail, the best I ever experienced.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews
Price from
US$194.07
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.

Most booked ryokans in Zao Onsen and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 453 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews

These ryokans in Zao Onsen and nearby have non-smoking options

  • Le Vert Zao

    Zao Onsen
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews

    Set in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Le Vert Zao offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath.

    From US$192.35 per night
  • Yoshidaya

    Zao Onsen
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 77 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$124.03 per night
  • Yuuyu No Sato Yusa

    Yamagata
    Non-smoking options available
    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$291.84 per night
  • 蔵王温泉 林檎屋

    Yamagata
    Non-smoking options available
    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.

  • Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira

    Zao Onsen
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

    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.

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

  • Zao Plaza Hotel

    Zao Onsen
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 145 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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Ryokans that guests love in Zao Onsen

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  • Avg. price/night: US$255.36
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 376 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$207.20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 453 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$539.90
    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, 106 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 652 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
    Guest review by
    Maria Inês
    Solo traveller