Zaoonsen

Yamagata

A snow-covered landscape with a river and trees.
A snowy landscape with a clear path and snow-covered trees.
A snow-covered ski slope with a ski lift, buildings, and mountains in the background.
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A snow-covered road flanked by trees.
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A snow-covered ski slope with a town in the valley below.
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Stay near popular Zaoonsen attractions

Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

8.8/10 (121 reviews)
Hit the slopes in Yamagata with a visit to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
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Things to do

Yamagata 6 Hours Private Tour with Licensed Guide

Yamagata 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle

￥111,360
per adult
Yamagata 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle
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Zaoonsen Hotel Deals

Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan

3 out of 5
46 Zao Onsen Yamagata Yamagata
The price is ￥17,247 per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
￥17,247
￥21,442 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Book a stay at this spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (177 reviews)
"Classic Japanese interior with tatami flooring but more modern bedding. Walls are thin so be careful not to be too loud and disturb the others. I could hear the conversation of others when they walked by my door and in their rooms when I walked by theirs. Onsen was nice and has a small covered outdoor ..."

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2026

Omiya Ryokan
Zao International Hotel

Zao International Hotel

3.5 out of 5
933 Zao Onsen Yamagata Yamagata
The price is ￥26,930 per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
￥26,930
￥29,923 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stay at this ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sanroku Station ...
Zao International Hotel
Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Takamiya Hotel Hammond

3 out of 5
Zao Onsen Uenodai 94-1 Yamagata Yamagata
The price is ￥9,943 per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
￥9,943
￥11,375 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Stay at this hotel in Yamagata. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on site, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sky Cable ...
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

3 out of 5
1272, Zao-Onsen Yamagata Yamagata
The price is ￥25,200 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
￥25,200
￥28,300 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Book a stay at this spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sanroku ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (190 reviews)
"excellent place. multiple numbers of onsens. food was incredible."

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
Meitoya So

Meitoya So

3 out of 5
48, Zao-Onsen, Yamagata-shi Yamagata Yamagata-ken
The price is ￥14,065 per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
￥14,065
￥15,965 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Stay at this ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sky Cable are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (83 reviews)
"Great hotel!"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026

Meitoya So
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

3.5 out of 5
Zao-onsen 710 Yamagata
The price is ￥24,440 per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
￥24,440
￥27,340 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Book a stay at this spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
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Where to stay in Zaoonsen

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Kasumicho

While there might not be top attractions in Kasumicho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata Castle.

Futabacho

When in Futabacho, you can plan a visit to Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A red pagoda on a rock, a valley with houses, and mountains in the background.

Nanukamachi

Though Nanukamachi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yamagata Castle and Yamagin Kenmin Hall.

Jonanmachi

Jonanmachi might not have many top sights, but Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Honcho

While Honcho might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Yamagata Castle and Yamagin Kenmin Hall.

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