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Our top choices for Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort hotels

A modern indoor pool area with wooden benches and a view of trees and mountains.

1. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 1.3 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
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 RM666
RM740 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden benches and a stone platform.

2. Kinosato

Kinosato
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 1.2 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"The staff was amazing! So kind "
United States
Drew
The price is RM799
RM887 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Kinosato
A traditional Japanese building with multiple floors, a stone wall, and a small garden area with steps leading up to the entrance.

3. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.3 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"Good outdoor onsen, good service"
Hong Kong SAR China
Man Ho
The price is RM1,219
RM1,490 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
A modern hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a view of a forested hillside.

4. Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.3 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (178 reviews)
"Lovely traditional hotel. Excellent breakfast and perfect location."
Canada
Linda
The price is RM475
RM582 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Omiya Ryokan
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, a tatami mat table, and a view of a forest through a large window.

5. Takamiya Rurikura Resort

Takamiya Rurikura Resort
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen, 1.2 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (37 reviews)
"Clean room, spacious with outdoor tub!"
United States
Tracie
The price is RM503
RM616 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Takamiya Rurikura Resort
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Hammond.'

6. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Takamiya Hotel Hammond
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.4 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"The service was nice."
Hong Kong SAR China
Monoceros
The price is RM293
RM363 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
A building with a covered entrance and snow accumulation around it.

7. Takamiya Hotel Jurin

Takamiya Hotel Jurin
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.2 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23 reviews)
"good location clean room"
United States
Wish
The price is RM696
RM849 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
A hotel entrance with a tiled walkway, a curved archway, and a dining area with tables and chairs visible through a glass wall.

8. Le Vert Zao

Le Vert Zao
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.6 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
7.4 out of 10, Good, (31 reviews)
"Chan room. Convince location "
United States
Janet Ho
The price is RM610
RM745 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Le Vert Zao
A room with three beds, wooden walls, a hanging light fixture, and a small table with a chair.

9. Pension Snowfall Meteor

Pension Snowfall Meteor
2.0 star property
2.2 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"非常友善"
Taiwan
WEI-WEI
The price is RM693
RM762 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Pension Snowfall Meteor
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

10. KKR Zao Hakuginso

KKR Zao Hakuginso
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.7 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
The price is RM497
RM554 total
19 Nov - 20 Nov
KKR Zao Hakuginso
A Daiwa Roynet Hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

11. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
2.5 star property
10.4 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (417 reviews)
"Good"
United States
CHU
The price is RM276
RM303 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, stone steps, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

12. Chikusenso Onsen

Chikusenso Onsen
4.5 star property
15.1 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"It was a magical stay."
United States
Anderson
The price is RM2,921
RM3,542 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Chikusenso Onsen
A hanging bell with heart-shaped cutouts.

13. Shouhakutei Azumaso

Shouhakutei Azumaso
3.5 star property
20.8 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"Room was amazing and huge! We got a private Onsen in ours and it was so cool! Definitely recommend staying there!!"
United States
Vanessa
The price is RM774
RM860 total
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Shouhakutei Azumaso
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a table, surrounded by a wooden deck and a glass railing overlooking a garden.

14. Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya

Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
20.9 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"Big rooms, amazing staff and beautiful surroundings. The Onsen was the best part. Would stay here again. "
United States
Billy
The price is RM792
RM966 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya
A tall hotel building with the name "Richmond Hotel" on the facade.

15. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
3.0 star property
Futabacho, 10.8 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (273 reviews)
"Overall, it was a very nice place to stay."
United States
MASAYO
The price is RM282
RM310 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

16. Ichiraku tendo spa & brewery

Ichiraku tendo spa & brewery
4.5 star property
20.9 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (23 reviews)
"Hi All, We have a wonderful stay and the vegetarian meals for the two days were sumptuous and interesting. Room was clean and the servers at the restaurant were extremely polite and helpful. However, it would be nice if shuttle service can be provided during winter from the train station. "
Singapore
Ligek
The price is RM1,151
RM1,273 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Ichiraku tendo spa & brewery
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with chairs and ottomans, and a patterned wall.

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

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (146 reviews)
"Service was very good, but breakfast was a bit stingy for Japanese standards"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is RM333
RM366 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
A modern spa room with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a bed in the background.

18. Yuyunosato Yusa

Yuyunosato Yusa
3.0 star property
8.7 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (61 reviews)
"a great hotel with very comfortable bed and clean room, nice room, best in class service, thank you and a great stay."
United States
Sam
The price is RM488
RM545 total
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Yuyunosato Yusa
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a cup, and a view of a bamboo garden through a shoji screen.

19. Hayamakan

Hayamakan
4.0 star property
12.3 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"Excellent food, customer service, and overall experience."
United States
Licia
The price is RM666
RM748 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hayamakan
A spacious indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding landscape and mountains.

20. Hotel Koyo

Hotel Koyo
3.0 star property
12.3 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (207 reviews)
"Spotless rooms, absolutely amazing staff"
United States
Brayden
The price is RM706
RM791 total
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Hotel Koyo
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Compare popular hotels close to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern indoor pool area with wooden benches and a view of trees and mountains.
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
191 reviews
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A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden benches and a stone platform.
Kinosato
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
12 reviews
View
A traditional Japanese building with multiple floors, a stone wall, and a small garden area with steps leading up to the entrance.
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
104 reviews
View
A modern hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a view of a forested hillside.
Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
178 reviews
View
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, a tatami mat table, and a view of a forest through a large window.
Takamiya Rurikura Resort
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
37 reviews
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Top Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort Hotel Reviews

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

8/10 Good
"Great location - entry from the station concourse, and right next to shops and buses."
Mark 4-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Other attractions near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Zao Sky Cable Ski Lift

8.8/10 (10 reviews)
You can take time to visit Zao Sky Cable during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort?
Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort is located in Yamagata. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 36 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort?
Adjacent to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, Omiya Ryokan is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this ryokan offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Takamiya Hotel Hammond and Meitoya So.
How many hotels will I find near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort?
Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort.
What can I see and do near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Zao Bodaira Highlands and Zao Quasi-National Park. Surround yourself with nature at Okama Crater, Shiginoya Chinuma and Dokko Numa (Dokko Pond). Zao Sanroku Ropeway, Zao Sanroku Station or Zaō Liza World are some local sights worth checking out.