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Our top choices for Zao hotels

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Chikusenso Onsen

Chikusenso Onsen

Chikusenso Onsen
4.5 star property
Zao
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Very quiet and peaceful. Beautiful decor, great service, great food . Highly recommend."
Australia
Garry
The price is €687
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Chikusenso Onsen
Hot springs
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro
3.5 star property
Zao
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Food was really good and the rooms are good too though they only have a few open electric sockets for plug-in. "
United States
kenneth
The price is €150
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Zao
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (412 reviews)
"Nice quiet resort "
Malaysia
Melvyn
The price is €51
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
Lobby
Sendai Kokusai Hotel

Sendai Kokusai Hotel

Sendai Kokusai Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Sendai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,715 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Was close to train station "
United States
Rebecca
The price is €56
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Sendai Kokusai Hotel
Reception
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai
3.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,051 reviews)
"Good hotel for travellers"
United States
Sampath
The price is €56
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai
Public bath
Dormy Inn Sendai ANNEX Natural Hot Spring

Dormy Inn Sendai ANNEX Natural Hot Spring

Dormy Inn Sendai ANNEX Natural Hot Spring
3.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good place, good onsen "
France
Laurent
The price is €65
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Dormy Inn Sendai ANNEX Natural Hot Spring
Front of property
Hotel Monterey Sendai

Hotel Monterey Sendai

Hotel Monterey Sendai
3.5 star property
Downtown Sendai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,479 reviews)
"good hotel"
United States
KAO
The price is €68
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Hotel Monterey Sendai
Exterior
Sendai Royal Park Hotel

Sendai Royal Park Hotel

Sendai Royal Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Izumi Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Professional staffs and well managed property"
United States
Hyunwook
The price is €100
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Sendai Royal Park Hotel
Exterior
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
3.0 star property
Yamagata
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (220 reviews)
"I enjoyed the complimentary ice cream and drinks"
United States
Brian
The price is €69
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
Hot springs
Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (143 reviews)
"nice room, onsen and food"
Hong Kong SAR China
SIU KIN
The price is €294
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Omiya Ryokan
Exterior
Hotel JAL City Sendai

Hotel JAL City Sendai

Hotel JAL City Sendai
3.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (620 reviews)
"Excellent location and friendly, helpful staff. "
Canada
Dianne
The price is €47
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hotel JAL City Sendai
Reception
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai-nishiguchi PREMIER

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai-nishiguchi PREMIER

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai-nishiguchi PREMIER
3.5 star property
Downtown Sendai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (530 reviews)
"Best hotel we stayed at this trip. Highly recommend and would return to this one or other properties in Japan. Great location, very clean, excellent staff and luggage storage options prior to check-in time. In room coffee provided was fantastic which meant a wonderful start to the day. "
United States
Shirley
The price is €65
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai-nishiguchi PREMIER
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner
The Westin Sendai

The Westin Sendai

The Westin Sendai
5.0 star property
Aoba Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were amazing, so attentive and easy to talk to. Room was beautiful, loved the bathroom & the tub - 10/10 we loved it all"
Australia
Rachel
The price is €178
14 Jan - 15 Jan
The Westin Sendai
Royal Suite, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Hotel Metropolitan Sendai

Hotel Metropolitan Sendai

Hotel Metropolitan Sendai
4.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"It was a decent hotel. "
United States
Chikayo
The price is €103
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hotel Metropolitan Sendai
Exterior
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
2.5 star property
Yamagata
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (320 reviews)
"Nice new hotel with spacious room and nice bathroom. It is a block from the train station and bus terminal so it is easy to explore the regions such as Zao Onsen and Yamadera. The hotel restaurant is one of the best serving famous local beef and hotel guests have a decent discount. Highly recommended for visiting Yamagata."
United States
yongwei
The price is €75
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
Exterior
Onyado Nono Sendai Hot Spring

Onyado Nono Sendai Hot Spring

Onyado Nono Sendai Hot Spring
3.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (265 reviews)
"Wonderful onsen "
United States
Jean
The price is €114
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Onyado Nono Sendai Hot Spring
Front of property – evening/night
Hotel Monte Hermana Sendai

Hotel Monte Hermana Sendai

Hotel Monte Hermana Sendai
3.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,039 reviews)
"Convenient location with a hot spring. "
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is €46
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hotel Monte Hermana Sendai
Premier Suite, Non Smoking (East)
Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East

Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East

Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East
4.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff were excellent"
United Kingdom
ross
The price is €111
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East
Exterior
Richmond Hotel Premier Sendai Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Sendai Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Sendai Ekimae
3.0 star property
Downtown Sendai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (353 reviews)
"Great location"
Taiwan
JIANHONG
The price is €65
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Richmond Hotel Premier Sendai Ekimae
Hot tub, hot springs/mineral springs
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (236 reviews)
"Great staff and amenities "
Canada
Wen Qing
The price is €228
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
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Stay near popular Zao attractions

Mt. Zao

4.4/5 (17 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Zao during your travels in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.
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Togatta Onsen

You can take time to visit Togatta Onsen during your travels to Zao. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
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Learn more about Zao

Soak in the therapeutic waters of Zao Onsen's sulfur-rich hot springs after a day exploring the surreal 'snow monster' trees on nearby Mount Zao. Fox Village offers a delightful encounter with dozens of fluffy foxes, while the vibrant Okama Crater lake changes colour throughout the seasons.

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Snow Monsters Mountain, Zao, Japan; Shutterstock ID 474357550

Top Zao Hotel Reviews

Sendai Washington Hotel

Sendai Washington Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"comfortable "
poting 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sendai Washington Hotel

More cheap stays in Zao

Hotel Livemax Sendai Hirose-dori

Hotel Livemax Sendai Hirose-dori

2-8-4 Honcho, Aoba-ku Sendai Miyagi Prefecture
The price is €21 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
€21
28 Jan - 29 Jan
7.8/10 Good! (188 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Zao?
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This ryokan offers a restaurant and free parking. Other favourite options based on traveller reviews include Chikusenso Onsen and Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Zao.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Zao has to offer?
HKZAO Zao Sansuien Gaia Resort - HKZAO / Kattagun Miyagi: This highly rated holiday home rental in Zao has air conditioning and laundry facilities to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Some other homes for rent in Zao include Private cottage with natural hot springs and a dog / Kattagun Miyagi and Nina Zao a rental villa with hot springs Zao Sa / Kattagun Miyagi. See all vacation rentals in Zao.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Zao, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Zao.
What's the best LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Zao?
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, affiliated with IGLTA, that features a full-service spa and ski slopes. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Zao.
What's the best luxury place to stay in Zao?
Chikusenso Onsen is a luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free valet parking, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in Zao.
What's the best hotel for a trip to the slopes in Zao?
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa is a top hotel for a winter getaway, and features ski-in/ski-out access and free WiFiThis hotel is located 10 minutes by car from Sumikawa Snow Park. See all ski hotels in Zao.
What is the best spa hotel in Zao?
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa is a top ski spa hotel with a restaurant. Spend an afternoon at the spa where you'll find facials, body treatments and aromatherapy. Other popular spa hotels in Zao include Chikusenso Onsen and Yutomori Club. See all spa hotels in Zao.
What is staying in Zao like?
Visitors can enjoy all that Zao has to offer, including the mountain views, ski areas and museums. In Zao, there are 32 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Zao.
What should I see while I'm in Zao?
Natural beauty is on display at Togatta Onsen, Mt. Zao and Okama Crater. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Sumikawa Snow Park and Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Zao guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Zao?
The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 3°C. The rainiest months in Zao are September, August, July and October, with each month seeing an average of 203 mm of rainfall.

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