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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a TV.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved seating area, a bar, and a chandelier.

A hallway with a tiled floor, a dark wall with a framed picture, and a wooden partition with vertical slats.

A modern hotel room with a large glass door, a bed, a desk, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

1. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

19.6 km from Mt. Zao

Jared

P4,051

P4,902 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bathroom with multiple urinals, a large stone basin, and a fish tank with aquatic plants.

A modern hotel building with a name sign, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with chairs and ottomans, and a patterned wall.

A modern restaurant interior with wooden bar counters, bar stools, and a patterned floor.

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

17.2 km from Mt. Zao

Anonymous traveler

P5,170

P5,687 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hot tub with a stone wall backdrop and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a view of a forested hillside.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and chairs.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and two wooden chairs.

3. Omiya Ryokan

8.9 km from Mt. Zao

Sara

P7,375

P9,043 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A large indoor pool with a glass ceiling, offering a view of the mountains and a crescent moon.

A room with a table and two chairs facing a large window with a view of mountains and a crescent moon.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a seating area, and a large window.

A modern spa room with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a bed in the background.

4. Yuyunosato Yusa

16.8 km from Mt. Zao

Sam

P8,749

P9,743 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A Daiwa Roynet Hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a sign for Dalwa Roynet Hotel, and a person walking towards the desk.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a city view.

5. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

19.4 km from Mt. Zao

Jennifer

P4,284

P4,712 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a countertop, and a built-in microwave.

A modern interior with large windows, wooden tables, and hanging pendant lights.

A multi-story building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a balcony and multiple windows.

6. YuiLocalZao

8.4 km from Mt. Zao

Rodrigo

P6,442

P7,087 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A tranquil indoor hot spring area with a wooden ceiling and a view of lush greenery outside.

A spacious indoor swimming pool with a view of lush greenery outside.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a wooden ceiling.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

7. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

8.5 km from Mt. Zao

Sam Yi-Shang

P13,282

P14,730 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A tall hotel building with the name "Richmond Hotel" on the facade.

A modern reception desk with a counter, two chairs, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

A buffet setup with various dishes and a sign indicating a special offer.

8. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

19.8 km from Mt. Zao

MASAYO

P4,573

P5,031 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden interiors, a stone hot spring, and a view of a garden with rocks and a pagoda.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance and a sign in Japanese.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with tea set, sliding doors, and a view of greenery outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view of a forested area through large windows.

9. Bekkan Fujiya Ryokan

18.2 km from Mt. Zao

Sandar

P5,567

P6,363 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern building with a glass facade, a landscaped garden with rocks and a water feature, and a brick wall with vertical lines.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a cup, and a view of a bamboo garden through a shoji screen.

A corridor with a lamp, a plant, and a window.

A room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

10. Hayamakan

18.2 km from Mt. Zao

Licia

P8,789

P9,906 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A traditional wooden bathhouse with a stone hot spring, wooden beams, and a view of lush greenery.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a cup, and a chair.

A traditional Japanese building with multiple floors, a stone wall, and a small garden area with steps leading up to the entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a window with blinds.

11. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

8.9 km from Mt. Zao

Man Ho

P19,538

P23,880 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious interior with a wooden floor, large windows, and a view of a rocky garden.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A room with two chairs and a table, large windows with a view of a snowy landscape.

A hot spring area with wooden flooring, a wooden deck, and a view of a lush forest.

12. Zao International Hotel

8.4 km from Mt. Zao

Massimo

P11,552

P12,827 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A wooden spa area with a pool, benches, and a wooden fence.

A room with leather seating, a wooden table, and large windows with a view of greenery.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Hammond.'

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a built-in bench, and a window with shoji screens.

13. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

9.2 km from Mt. Zao

David

P4,555

P5,631 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A stone-walled room with a wooden window and a stone bench.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and chairs.

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a reception area with a reception desk and plants.

A wooden cabin with a stone-tub hot spring, a wooden bench, and a view of a forested mountain.

14. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

9 km from Mt. Zao

Aileen

P11,930

P13,243 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern indoor hot tub with a view of mountains and a cityscape.

A hot spring with a wooden bench and metal railings, surrounded by snow-covered rocks and a view of mountains.

A modern living room with a large window offering a view of a cityscape and mountains at dusk.

A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and seating areas.

15. Hotel Koyo

18.3 km from Mt. Zao

Brayden

P12,203

P13,662 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A stone hot spring area with a view of a cityscape and mountains in the background.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a lamp, and a view of trees and mountains through large windows.

A building with a sloped roof and a balcony with plants.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a sofa.

16. Kaminoyama Azumaya

17.6 km from Mt. Zao

Jasmine

P7,212

P8,172 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A view through a window with reflections of bamboo and a building.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a mirror, and a window.

A hotel with a sign reading "Super Hotel" and a large illuminated entrance.

A traditional Japanese onsen with a large window overlooking bamboo, tiled walls, and a wooden bench.

17. Super Hotel Yamagataeki Nishiguchi Natural Hot Springs

19.8 km from Mt. Zao

Goh

P2,942

P3,355 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern indoor seating area with tables and chairs, a large window with a view of the sky, and a potted plant.

A spacious conference room with a patterned carpet, recessed lighting, and a large chandelier.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a round ottoman.

A hotel with a modern facade, illuminated signage, and a well-maintained outdoor area with palm trees and a pathway.

18. Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

19.4 km from Mt. Zao

Jin Myeon

P2,899

P3,189 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

A room with a glass table, a chair, a small table with a teapot and cup, and a view of greenery through a sliding door.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a sofa, and a tea set.

19. Chikusenso Onsen

8.5 km from Mt. Zao

Alexander

P35,931

P40,149 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wooden deck, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and a view of the outdoors.

A traditional building with a wooden entrance, a stone wall, and a tree in the foreground.

A fire pit surrounded by lounge chairs, a covered patio area, and string lights.

20. Oyado Morinone - Adults Only

18.2 km from Mt. Zao

Tomomi

P12,174

P13,630 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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Compare popular hotels close to Mt. Zao

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae	9.2 Wonderful 140 reviews	View
Omiya Ryokan	9.2 Wonderful 173 reviews	View
Yuyunosato Yusa	9.4 Exceptional 53 reviews	View
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae	9.4 Exceptional 400 reviews	View

Top Mt. Zao Hotel Reviews

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

8/10 Good

"酒店位置很好，就在山形站旁边。房间还可以，但比较小。停车场的位置和入口非常难找，我们绕了很大一圈才找到。另外，我把洗面奶落在酒店后曾与酒店沟通，但酒店不愿意帮忙寄出，也不愿意接受到付寄送，这点体验不好。"

Kaminoyama Azumaya

8/10 Good

"The room was just like any business hotel room. It was clean but definitely dated in some places. Breakfast buffet was great. Free refreshments. Onsen was great. I added breakfast by paying extra when i made this reservation, but at the check in, I was told that it's not included. In the end all was fine."

Super Hotel Yamagataeki Nishiguchi Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"A super value hotel with Onsen, large car park, early check in and later check out than other hotels around."

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"excellent place. multiple numbers of onsens. food was incredible."

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"So lovely. Breakfast was about 3,000 each and dinner was 5,000 each"

Meitoya So

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel!"

Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu

10/10 Excellent

"The view from the room was excellent and lots of activities within the resort to keep you busy. Excellent food and hotel staff were very hospitable! Can’t wait to be back for another stay!"

Hayamakan

10/10 Excellent

"Staying here was a great experience. Relaxing in our private onsen while looking out at the mountain and city was stunning. Our other favorite part was the dinner - our server was so amazing with us and compliments to the chef for preparing the delicious food. As foreigners, it was our first time trying some of these foods, and we enjoyed most of it. Thank you!"

Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A cosy hotel room with a good breakfast option "

Other attractions near Mt. Zao

Sumikawa Snow Park

8.0/10 (13 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Zao with a visit to Sumikawa Snow Park. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

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Mt. Katsutadake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Katsutadake during your travels in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

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Okama Crater

8.8/10 (20 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Okama Crater during your travels in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.

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Mt. Fubosan

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Fubosan during your travels in Shichikashuku. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Zaō Liza World

Hit the slopes at Zaō Liza World during your trip to Kaminoyama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Takimidai Lookout

4.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Zao when you take a trip to Takimidai Lookout. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

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Zao Bodaira Highlands

Explore the great outdoors at Zao Bodaira Highlands, a lovely green space in Kaminoyama. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mt. Zao?

Mt. Zao is located in Zao. You'll find 7 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Mt. Zao?

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. You'll find it 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Mt. Zao. Other good choices in the area include Zao International Hotel and Omiya Ryokan.

How many hotels will I find near Mt. Zao?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Mt. Zao.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mt. Zao, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Mt. Zao.

What can I see and do near Mt. Zao?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Zao Bodaira Highlands and Zao Quasi-National Park. Head up the mountain to Sumikawa Snow Park or Zaō Liza World to see the views or enjoy some snowy fun. You can enjoy nature at Okama Crater, Mt. Katsutadake, or Mt. Fubosan.

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Our top choices for Mt. Zao hotels

1. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

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

3. Omiya Ryokan

4. Yuyunosato Yusa

5. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

6. YuiLocalZao

7. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

8. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

9. Bekkan Fujiya Ryokan

10. Hayamakan

11. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

12. Zao International Hotel

13. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

14. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

15. Hotel Koyo

16. Kaminoyama Azumaya

17. Super Hotel Yamagataeki Nishiguchi Natural Hot Springs

18. Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

19. Chikusenso Onsen

20. Oyado Morinone - Adults Only

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Top Mt. Zao Hotel Reviews

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Kaminoyama Azumaya

Super Hotel Yamagataeki Nishiguchi Natural Hot Springs

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Meitoya So

Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu

Hayamakan

Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel

Other attractions near Mt. Zao

Sumikawa Snow Park

Mt. Katsutadake

Okama Crater

Mt. Fubosan

Zaō Liza World

Takimidai Lookout

Zao Bodaira Highlands

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