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BedandVegetable Kahoku
Interior

BedandVegetable Kahoku

3.0 star property
The price is €79
1 Sept - 2 Sept
BedandVegetable Kahoku
Super Hotel Yamagata Sakuranbo Higashine Ekimae
Restaurant

Super Hotel Yamagata Sakuranbo Higashine Ekimae

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (218)
"A wonderful experience in a quiet area with exteremeky easy access to shopping, food and the train station. Highly recommend!"
Super Hotel Yamagata Sakuranbo Higashine Ekimae
HOTEL LiVEMAX Tendo
Reception

HOTEL LiVEMAX Tendo

2.5 star property
The price is €43
31 Aug - 1 Sept
HOTEL LiVEMAX Tendo
Lodge Scole
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Lodge Scole

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (9)
"非常西洋派的旅館，很適合要來藏王花很多天雪的人～～飯店人員也都是外國人（為了來滑雪打工換宿那種），氣氛很有趣！ 離看樹冰的纜車比較遠（約步行15分鐘），另外如果有大件行李，建議走溫泉街上去，旁邊的車道比較危險。最後，早餐好吃🙂"
The price is €114
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Lodge Scole
Zao International Hotel
Combined shower/bathtub, deep-soaking bathtub, free toiletries

Zao International Hotel

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (51)
"Nice hotel"
The price is €171
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Zao International Hotel
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
Property entrance

Takamiya Hotel Jurin

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (22)
"We had a great stay at Jurin. Glad that the hotel rooms are renovated. Toilets are fine, only thing is the tap is still old. We were glad to read the reviews before driving up. It was too steep to drive up. so we call for help at Takamiya Lucent. The staffs are all very helpful. and shuttles are very helpful for us during this trip."
The price is €221
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
Exterior

Takamiya Hotel Hammond

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67)
"Great property tucked away in Zao. Beautiful views and amenities make this a must-stay!"
The price is €121
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
Takamiya Rurikura Resort
Lounge

Takamiya Rurikura Resort

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (28)
"餐飲豐富"
The price is €140
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Takamiya Rurikura Resort
Takasagoya Ryokan
Property entrance

Takasagoya Ryokan

2.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"-A traditional, neat Ryokan which run by a three gen family. -The family is very hospitable. -You can visit 3 share onsen freely by stay in the Ryokan. -Don't miss the dinner and breakfast which prepare by the owner. Very fresh ingredient with huge amount of dishes and please make space from your stomach before the meal."
The price is €106
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Takasagoya Ryokan
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
Japanese Style Deluxe Twin Room Non smoking

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (152)
"The hotel offers a pleasant stay, with delicious dining and courteous service. Additionally, the hotel features two hot spring pools with scenic views. "
The price is €150
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
Hot tub, hot springs/mineral springs

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (227)
"Perfect location Perfect onsen Perfect meal free shuttle bus to and from Zao Ski area"
The price is €143
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
Property grounds

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (80)
"Excellent"
The price is €257
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
Le Vert Zao
Exterior

Le Vert Zao

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (23)
"Great location if you are planning on skiing. Cosy little hotel, alittle tired, but clean. Staff very hospitable, and pleasant,only to keen to try and help .Not a lot of English. Service was great.They pick up and drop off as required, this made it much easier to get around. Could rent skis from there, as well as pay for lift pass. Could also purchase other day tours from there. Breakfast was great."
Le Vert Zao
Meitoya So
Pool

Meitoya So

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (68)
"We had a room with half board and enjoyed the 24 hr Natural hot spring within the hotel. Free shuttle to the bus station after check out was helpful as it snowed the night before "
The price is €123
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Meitoya So
Hotel Lucent Takamiya
1 bedroom

Hotel Lucent Takamiya

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52)
"Breakfast better than dinner in variety . Housekeeping guy is so kind to return the left over T shirt while check out . Sulfur Onsen is very nice."
The price is €140
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Lucent Takamiya
Omiya Ryokan
Hot springs

Omiya Ryokan

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (121)
"We had a wonderful stay during the ski season. The staff is very friendly and the location is close to the gondola. "
The price is €130
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Omiya Ryokan
Kinosato
Hot springs

Kinosato

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"和風モダンの部屋だったのですが畳の上にベッド置いただけでベッドも小さくあまり寝られなかった。風呂はいいのですが、値段に合っていないと思いました。食事は普通に美味しいです。"
The price is €242
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Kinosato
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Spacious clean room, parking available and convenient to walk to eateries"
The price is €66
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
Comfort Hotel Tendo
Exterior

Comfort Hotel Tendo

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (189)
"Enjoyed my stay. "
The price is €41
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Comfort Hotel Tendo
Tendo Central Hotel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Tendo Central Hotel

3.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (166)
"that’s good"
The price is €31
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Tendo Central Hotel
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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, Gokan no Yu Tsuruya is the highest ranked property in Zaoonsen. This ryokan is a short 2-minute walk from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, and it offers a full-service spa and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso and Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel.

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

Expedia has 28 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 Shiginoya Chinuma and Zao Quasi-National Park. 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.