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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
    From
    US$233
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews
    From
    US$143
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 479 reviews
    From
    US$111
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
    From
    US$264
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 661 reviews
    From
    US$92
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
    From
    US$112
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
    From
    US$128
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
    From
    US$179
    1 night, 2 adults
  • From
    US$127
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
    From
    US$134
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
    From
    US$137
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
    From
    US$120
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
    From
    US$128
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
    From
    US$91
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
    From
    US$169
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews
    From
    US$190
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews
    From
    US$139
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
    From
    US$215
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
    From
    US$324
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
    From
    US$227
    1 night, 2 adults

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Takasagoya Ryokan

Zao Onsen

Takasagoya Ryokan offers a public bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Zao Onsen, 200 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

A
Alexandre
From
France
A friend and I stayed there during one week-end. It was a very good experience. The room is quite large and very clean. The highlight of this stay was for sure the dinner. The food was delicious, made with high quality products and with a large selection of different dishes. The owners were very nice with us. If you want to have an experience in a traditionnal family owned ryokan, I highly recommend to stay there :) It is exactly the kind of place that I hope will still exist in some years!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
Price from
US$179.04
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.

C
Cindy
From
Hong Kong
The food and service were excellent. Staff were very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Price from
US$309.48
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 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
US$263.76
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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 661 reviews
Price from
US$147.71
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 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Price from
US$127.89
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, 196 reviews
Price from
US$182.88
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.

T
Thanasak
From
Thailand
Nice traditional Japanese ryokan. Spacious room, nice and helpful staff, mountain view, and great location in Zao onsen. The downside is the hotel is so great we don’t want to go out and explore the town.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Price from
US$161.78
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.

M
Maria Carmela
From
Italy
Our stay was exceptional! Everything was spotless and perfectly maintained, with great attention to detail. The room was beautiful and had every comfort we could need. The food was absolutely delicious, both dinner and breakfast were a real highlight of our stay. The staff were truly outstanding: kind, professional, and always attentive. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 479 reviews
Price from
US$140.67
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.

A
AM
From
Canada
Wonderful Ryokan, amazing dinner and great breakfast. Relaxing Onsen, attentive staff, comfortable rooms, everything was great. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews
Price from
US$177.25
1 night, 2 adults

Le Vert Zao

Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Le Vert Zao offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath.

N
Nadia Ya Han
From
Singapore
The staff members are all kind and provided me free shuttle services to cable cars. Though the facilities are not brand new but it is reminiscent of my childhood as most items in the hotel are the same ones we used in my old family house. Besides, they are all well kept. Obviously it is clean and bright.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
Price from
US$198.22
1 night, 2 adults
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Takasagoya Ryokan

Zao Onsen

Takasagoya Ryokan offers a public bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Zao Onsen, 200 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

A
Alexandre
From
France
A friend and I stayed there during one week-end. It was a very good experience. The room is quite large and very clean. The highlight of this stay was for sure the dinner. The food was delicious, made with high quality products and with a large selection of different dishes. The owners were very nice with us. If you want to have an experience in a traditionnal family owned ryokan, I highly recommend to stay there :) It is exactly the kind of place that I hope will still exist in some years!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
Price from
US$179.04
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.

C
Cindy
From
Hong Kong
The food and service were excellent. Staff were very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Price from
US$309.48
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 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
US$263.76
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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 661 reviews
Price from
US$147.71
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 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Price from
US$127.89
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, 196 reviews
Price from
US$182.88
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.

T
Thanasak
From
Thailand
Nice traditional Japanese ryokan. Spacious room, nice and helpful staff, mountain view, and great location in Zao onsen. The downside is the hotel is so great we don’t want to go out and explore the town.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Price from
US$161.78
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.

M
Maria Carmela
From
Italy
Our stay was exceptional! Everything was spotless and perfectly maintained, with great attention to detail. The room was beautiful and had every comfort we could need. The food was absolutely delicious, both dinner and breakfast were a real highlight of our stay. The staff were truly outstanding: kind, professional, and always attentive. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 479 reviews
Price from
US$140.67
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.

A
AM
From
Canada
Wonderful Ryokan, amazing dinner and great breakfast. Relaxing Onsen, attentive staff, comfortable rooms, everything was great. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews
Price from
US$177.25
1 night, 2 adults

Le Vert Zao

Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Le Vert Zao offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath.

N
Nadia Ya Han
From
Singapore
The staff members are all kind and provided me free shuttle services to cable cars. Though the facilities are not brand new but it is reminiscent of my childhood as most items in the hotel are the same ones we used in my old family house. Besides, they are all well kept. Obviously it is clean and bright.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
Price from
US$198.22
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a ryokan?

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.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 661 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 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 479 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 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Zao Onsen

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, 190 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.

From US$379.82 per night

Yoshidaya

Zao Onsen
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

Located in Zao Onsen, 300 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Yoshidaya has ski-to-door access, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

From US$211.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 479 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$323.55 per night

Zao Plaza Hotel

Zao Onsen
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 144 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.

From US$267.28 per night

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

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, 65 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.

From US$218.68 per night

Yuuyu No Sato Yusa

Yamagata
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 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.

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Avg. price/night: US$438.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 386 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$323.55
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 479 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$745.57
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 242 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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 661 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