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Three-Star Hotels in Zao Onsen

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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

Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte

Zao Onsen

Featuring a garden and a bar, Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte is located in Zao Onsen. The 3-star guest house features mountain views and is 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

A
Adam
From
United Kingdom
Fantastic location, right on Uwanodai slope - actual ski-in ski-out. Host was extremely friendly and helpful, the food in the restaurant was great and good value. Nice draught beer! Shower in room with a shared hot bath that could be booked for free. There's a ski/boot room in the basement that opens onto the slope. The decor is a bit dated but in a very charming way.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
US$166
1 night, 2 adults

Pension Puutaro

Zao Onsen

Set 500 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Pension Puutaro offers 3-star accommodation in Zao Onsen and features a garden.

J
Johannes
From
Germany
Everything very clean. Very large room for single or 2 persons, can probably fit a whole family. Keiko was super nice and helpful and had great suggestions for restaurants. There’s just a lot of attention to every detail overall. The toilets even had the highest quality toilet paper I’ve ever seen in Japan😀 The price in summer/off season was very fair. There is no AC but it should unusually not be needed. Even when it was 37 degree in Tokyo it was only 25 in Zao onsen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Price from
US$166
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

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

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 Hammond

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen, 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

S
SUJARIN
From
Thailand
the location is good for us is near cable car to top view. and staffs are so kind to suggest good information for us. onsens here is good love it all
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 390 reviews
Price from
US$94.12
1 night, 2 adults

Onsen & Stay OAKHILL

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Onsen & Stay OAKHILL features views of the mountain. With ski-to-door access, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

M
Marvin
From
Germany
Very nice staff, comfy central hall to chill out in with the free amenities. Amazing onsen, one of the best of those we tried in Zao!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Price from
US$177.78
1 night, 2 adults

Takamiya Hotel Jurin

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Jurin offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and ski-to-door access.

L
Liang Tso
From
Taiwan
Location is convenient for ski enthusiasts, onsen was very comfortable, and room was very comfortable and spacious for family stay. Can see the lift right from the window of the hotel room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Price from
US$270.24
1 night, 2 adults

Sailer Hütte

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen and with Zao Onsen Ski Resort reachable within 700 metres, Sailer Hütte offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant.

M
MATTHIAS
From
Austria
Best location directly next to the chairlift. Friendly owner. Cozy beds. Great atmosphere in Zao Onsen. Onsen Vouchers for other Ryokan Facilities were highly appreciated.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews
Price from
US$106.24
1 night, 2 adults
All three-star hotels in Zao Onsen

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Combining comfort with value for money, three-star hotels offer a wide assortment of amenities to keep you content. You can expect to find en suite bathrooms, WiFi in public areas and a dining area with breakfast options. Plenty of chain hotels fall within this star rating and offer central locations close to popular landmarks.

Most booked three-star hotels in Zao Onsen and surroundings in the past month

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

    Yamagata Zao Pension Aplon Stage is a 3-star property set in Kaminoyama. It offers free WiFi, ski-to-door access, a garden and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 336 reviews

    Located in Yamagata, within 13 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 4.3 km of Yamagata Station, Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae- provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi...

    From US$89.64 per night
  • Zao Plaza Hotel

    Zao Onsen
    Breakfast options
    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.

  • Zao Sunvalley Hotel is a 3-star property situated in Yamagata. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the...

  • Sailer Hütte

    Zao Onsen
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

    Set in Zao Onsen and with Zao Onsen Ski Resort reachable within 700 metres, Sailer Hütte offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant.

  • G-SQUARE

    Yamagata
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 379 reviews

    Located in Yamagata, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, G-SQUARE provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free private parking.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
    This was a great experience - the traditional room and bedding, the meals, and the service were all fantastic. Location is a bit tricky to get to if you don't have a car, but well worth the effort.
    Guest review by
    Rebecca
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$116.86
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
    Friendly, helpful and hospitable. The meal was incredible. The location was great and we really enjoyed the experience. It felt authentic.
    Guest review by
    Angela
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$108.06
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 390 reviews
    location is good, staff is really friendly but the room quite old need to collect the trash after checking out
    Guest review by
    Đặng
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$199.20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
    The owners are super friendly and gentle, everything is clean and tidy. The breakfast is awesome! We had a really pleasant time there! Also the location is convenient, hope to come back soon :)
    Guest review by
    Tien
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
    Location is good as it is a walking distance to the ski lift. Staffs are nice. They have English speaking and Chinese speaking staffs that provide better service to foreign guests. The dinner and breakfast are good and well serve.
    Guest review by
    Geoffrey
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$108.06
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 390 reviews
    The location was amazing The vibe was amazing Staff was friendly and super helpful
    Guest review by
    Jacinda
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$199.20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
    Great location, just 1 min walk to the cable car station and 30s walk to ski-rental shop. The hotel provided the rental discount coupon, only 2500 yen per day!
    Guest review by
    Weichia
    Solo traveller