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Our top choices for Zaoonsen hotels

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

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 P9,576
P10,654 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
A spacious interior with a wooden floor, large windows, and a view of a rocky garden.

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 P11,970
P13,287 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Zao International Hotel
A stone-walled room with a wooden window and a stone bench.

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 P8,778
P9,776 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
A hot tub with a stone wall backdrop and a wooden floor.

4. Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (179 reviews)
"Lovely traditional hotel. Excellent breakfast and perfect location."
Canada
Linda
The price is P7,400
P9,073 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Omiya Ryokan
A traditional wooden bathhouse with a stone hot spring, wooden beams, and a view of lush greenery.

5. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Absolutely brilliant stay! The staff couldn't have been more helpful, even took our luggage to the rooms and then came and got them on check-out and actually took us in a car to the bus stop which was lovely. The area is beautiful. The onsens were amazing I preferred the open air up onsen myself. The dinner and breakfast were great, you definitely won't go hungry there, keep up the good work."
United Kingdom
Brett
The price is P18,985
P23,211 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden bathhouse, a stone hot spring, and a forested backdrop.

6. 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 P6,452
P7,927 total
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Meitoya So
A compact room with a bed, a small table, a television, and a window with blinds.

7. ZaoSunvalley Hotel

ZaoSunvalley Hotel
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Vista impressionante, funcionários atenciosos, Tei foi muito prestativa! "
Brazil
Marielyn
The price is P15,768
P17,345 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
ZaoSunvalley Hotel
Hot springs

8. 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 P13,072
P14,498 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Kinosato
A wooden spa area with a pool, benches, and a wooden fence.

9. 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 P4,570
P5,650 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
A restaurant with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape during sunset.

10. 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 P7,835
P9,600 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Takamiya Rurikura Resort
A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden structures and a glass ceiling.

11. Wakamatsuya

Wakamatsuya
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"食事が美味しく、温泉も温まりました。 ウェルカムドリンクや、ナイトサービスもあり寛げました。 また利用させていただきたいと思います。 "
Japan
???
The price is P16,062
P19,555 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Wakamatsuya
A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden walls, a wooden bathtub, and a tiled floor.

12. 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 P9,497
P11,611 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Le Vert Zao
A sauna room with wooden walls and a large window.

13. 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 P9,770
P10,867 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
A two-story building with a sign that reads "Lodge Scole."

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 P9,165
P11,089 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Lodge Scole
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

15. 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 P6,464
P7,110 total
Nov 28 - Nov 29
YuiLocalZao
A traditional Japanese onsen with a stone bath, wooden walls, and large windows.

16. KKR Zao Hakuginso

KKR Zao Hakuginso
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
The price is P7,737
P8,630 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
KKR Zao Hakuginso
A Daiwa Roynet Hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

17. 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, (418 reviews)
"Clean room with a nice massage chair; easy access parking at the hotel; friendly staffs; great location"
Canada
Melissa Shuk Han
The price is P4,298
P4,728 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a TV.

18. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
3.5 star property
Kasumicho, 11.1 km from Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location - entry from the station concourse, and right next to shops and buses."
Australia
Mark
The price is P4,061
P4,914 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
A tall hotel building with the name "Richmond Hotel" on the facade.

19. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
3.0 star property
Futabacho, 11.3 km from Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (275 reviews)
"Overall, it was a very nice place to stay."
United States
MASAYO
The price is P4,389
P4,828 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
A long, narrow indoor pool with a view of a garden through large windows.

20. 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, (147 reviews)
"Service was very good, but breakfast was a bit stingy for Japanese standards"
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is P5,187
P5,705 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
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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 onsen with wooden structures and a glass ceiling.
Wakamatsuya
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
40 reviews
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A tranquil indoor hot spring area with a wooden ceiling and a view of lush greenery outside.
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
191 reviews
View
A spacious interior with a wooden floor, large windows, and a view of a rocky garden.
Zao International Hotel
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
79 reviews
View
A stone-walled room with a wooden window and a stone bench.
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
254 reviews
View
A traditional wooden bathhouse with a stone hot spring, wooden beams, and a view of lush greenery.
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
105 reviews
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Where to stay in Zaoonsen

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

Kasumicho

While there might not be top attractions in Kasumicho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata Castle.

Futabacho

When in Futabacho, you can plan a visit to Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A red pagoda on a rock, a valley with houses, and mountains in the background.

Nanukamachi

Though Nanukamachi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yamagata Castle and Yamagin Kenmin Hall.

Jonanmachi

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

Honcho

While Honcho might 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in Zaoonsen?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting Yamagata's Zaoonsen neighborhood. Be sure to check out 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 traveler 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 neighborhood include Zao International Hotel and Takamiya Hotel Hammond.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Zaoonsen area?

Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodations 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, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that 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, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Zaoonsen.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Zaoonsen?

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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 neighborhood, 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.