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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.

S
Sue
From
Australia
The meals were exceptional. Our traditional ryokan type of room was very comfortable. The staff (owners) were so helpful, warm and welcoming. A delightful stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
Price from
US$185.92
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
Ricky
From
Australia
staff was really friendly and would go above and beyond. breakfast and dinner was also delish! would happily come back again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Price from
US$335.98
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.

D
DT4
From
Germany
Great hot spring baths, friendly and professional staff, tasty food and lots of fun activities for adults as well as for children.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$258.96
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$273.90
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$153.38
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$132.80
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$189.90
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.

C
Chloe
From
Australia
They have good location, nice onsen, friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
Price from
US$182.60
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
Ricky Chan
From
Singapore
The location is centrally located. It is within minutes walk to two ropeway cable car stations. The room is big and well heated. The Ryokan is well maintained and clean. I am impressed with the breakfast and dinner provided. It is a must try if you are staying here. You will be surprised how well it was.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
Price from
US$146.08
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
Kelly
From
Singapore
A hotel with large room size and excellent service. Staying here felt like living in a Singapore 3 rooms flat. So large and comfortable and they even provide a massage chair in the room for guests to enjoy. Perfect location and we truly enjoyed the dinner.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
Price from
US$194.28
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 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
  • 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 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 146 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 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 654 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 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews

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

    From US$207.43 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.

  • 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$224.96 per night

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

  • 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$292.16 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.

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Ryokans that guests love in Zao Onsen

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  • Avg. price/night: US$224.96
    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$207.43
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 454 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$540.49
    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
  • 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
    Guest review by
    Maria Inês
    Solo traveller