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Our top choices for Zaoonsen hotels

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, steps leading up to the entrance, and a sign above the doors.

1. 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 NT$5,518
NT$6,132 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Zao International Hotel
A hotel with a curved facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

2. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (190 reviews)
"excellent place. multiple numbers of onsens. food was incredible."
United States
Sam Yi-Shang
The price is NT$5,774
NT$6,413 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No 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, (253 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 NT$5,330
NT$5,925 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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, (177 reviews)
"Great location in Zao onsen town. Very traditional—uniquely like “infinity castle” with stairs and tatami everywhere. The shuttle service from/to Yamagata station is a plus. Only public bathroom available, but there’s toilet in the room."
United States
Sara
The price is NT$3,802
NT$4,662 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Omiya Ryokan
A traditional Japanese building with multiple floors, a stone wall, and a small garden area with steps leading up to the entrance.

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 NT$8,968
NT$10,974 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
A building with a snow-covered entrance and illuminated windows.

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 NT$3,424
NT$3,875 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Meitoya So
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Hammond.'

7. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Takamiya Hotel Hammond
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"Great property tucked away in Zao. Beautiful views and amenities make this a must-stay!"
United States
David
The price is NT$2,130
NT$2,434 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a projection screen displaying a nature scene.

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 NT$5,703
NT$6,962 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
A modern building with a curved glass facade and a rectangular structure with a flat roof.

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 NT$3,784
NT$4,276 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Takamiya Rurikura Resort
A traditional Japanese onsen with a stone bath, wooden walls, and large windows.

10. KKR Zao Hakuginso

KKR Zao Hakuginso
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
The price is NT$3,975
NT$4,434 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
KKR Zao Hakuginso
Hot springs

11. Kinosato

Kinosato
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"The staff was amazing! So kind "
United States
Drew
The price is NT$6,396
NT$7,098 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Kinosato
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 NT$5,490
NT$6,704 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Le Vert Zao
A two-story building with a sign that reads "Lodge Scole."

13. 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 NT$389,693
NT$471,529 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Lodge Scole
A Daiwa Roynet Hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

14. 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, (410 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 NT$2,208
NT$2,429 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a flat roof.

15. 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 NT$2,138
NT$2,587 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
A tall hotel building with the name "Richmond Hotel" on the facade.

16. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
3.0 star property
Futabacho, 11.3 km from Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (271 reviews)
"Overall, it was a very nice place to stay."
United States
MASAYO
The price is NT$2,358
NT$2,593 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
A signpost with multiple directional signs in a snowy environment.

17. Pension Snowfall Meteor

Pension Snowfall Meteor
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Zaoonsen
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"非常友善"
Taiwan
WEI-WEI
The price is NT$3,588
NT$3,946 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Pension Snowfall Meteor
A modern hotel building with a name sign, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

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, (144 reviews)
"Service was very good, but breakfast was a bit stingy for Japanese standards"
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is NT$2,663
NT$2,930 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
Room

19. Comfort Hotel Yamagata

Comfort Hotel Yamagata
3.0 star property
Kasumicho, 11 km from Zaoonsen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (258 reviews)
"Conveniently located and room is spacious."
United Kingdom
Wilson
The price is NT$1,603
NT$1,763 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Comfort Hotel Yamagata
A hotel complex surrounded by dense forest and mountains.

20. Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
14.7 km from Zaoonsen
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (498 reviews)
"We had no issues whatsoever. The rooms were clean and spacious. The hot springs were great. If you come by car, the location of the hotel is also good. Overall a very pleasant experience."
Japan
Dmitry
The price is NT$1,843
NT$2,231 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels in Zaoonsen

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
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
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A stone-walled room with a wooden window and a stone bench.
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
253 reviews
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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
104 reviews
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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
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A hot tub with a stone wall backdrop and a wooden floor.
Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
177 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.

Top Zaoonsen Hotel Reviews

Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan

10/10 Excellent
"Classic Japanese interior with tatami flooring but more modern bedding. Walls are thin so be careful not to be too loud and disturb the others. I could hear the conversation of others when they walked by my door and in their rooms when I walked by theirs. Onsen was nice and has a small covered outdoor section. I went inbetween the peak seasons and you can see the the town itself asleep, so many shops were closed. I speak Japanese but the staff were quick to double check if I needed things to be explained in English. I wouldn't bring a big loud group here. I do recommend for a classic quiet, slow, relaxed, Japanese ryokan."
Kevin 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Omiya Ryokan

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.

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