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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 95 reviews	View
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 246 reviews	View
Zao International Hotel	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 65 reviews	View
Omiya Ryokan	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 156 reviews	View
Kinosato	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 8 reviews	View

Top Zaoonsen Hotel Reviews

Takamiya Rurikura Resort

8/10 Good

"Staffs are friendly. Locates opposit; 60m from chairlift."

Zao International Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, amenities, massage chair, suite-like room, futuristic Toyo toilet, TV in each room, two beds, spacious bathroom, the whole package. I stayed for three nights in the Luxury suite. It was worth it. They have three restaurants in the hotel. The Zao Ropeway is 5 to 10 minutes away. You can by your gondola tickets at the front desk at a discounted price. Location wise, you are literally near the slopes. The bus terminal is a 7 to 10 minute walk."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Zaoonsen?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Yamagata's Zaoonsen neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit 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 Expedia customer reviews, Genghis Khan Lodge is the highest ranked property in Zaoonsen. This hotel is steps from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, and offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso and Gokan no Yu Tsuruya.

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

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodation options 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, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get 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 in Zaoonsen.

What are the top things to see and do in Zaoonsen?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Zaoonsen with a visit to Zao Quasi-National Park and Shiginoya Chinuma. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway are some other places worth a visit. Zao Sky Cable, Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Super Slider are just a few of the places to visit in and around Zaoonsen. Dokko Numa (Dokko Pond) and Sato Museum of History and Culture are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Yamagata.

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