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A covered outdoor pool with a wooden pergola structure, surrounded by greenery.

1. Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

14.7 km from Zaoonsen

Dmitry

￥10,030 total

Dec 2 - Dec 3

A tranquil indoor hot spring area with a wooden ceiling and a view of lush greenery outside.

2. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zaoonsen

Marquise

￥25,980 total

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A spacious interior with a wooden floor, large windows, and a view of a rocky garden.

3. Zao International Hotel

Zaoonsen

Massimo

￥33,300 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hallway with a tiled floor, a dark wall with a framed picture, and a wooden partition with vertical slats.

4. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Kasumicho, 11.1 km from Zaoonsen

Mark

￥11,864 total

Dec 11 - Dec 12

A person sitting by a wooden deck with a bamboo wall in the background.

5. Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu

27.9 km from Zaoonsen

Pao-Ping

A stone-walled room with a wooden window and a stone bench.

6. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Zaoonsen

Aileen

￥23,840 total

Dec 4 - Dec 5

A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden interiors and stone walls.

7. Omiya Ryokan

Zaoonsen

Linda

￥21,627 total

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A wooden cabin with a hot tub surrounded by snow.

8. Hotel Lucent Takamiya

Zaoonsen

Lim

A wooden staircase with a handrail, a wall-mounted light, and a decorative vase with flowers.

9. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Zaoonsen

Brett

￥58,225 total

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A restaurant with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape during sunset.

10. Takamiya Rurikura Resort

Zaoonsen

Tracie

￥21,060 total

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A building with two storefronts, one with a sign in Japanese and another with a sign in English.

11. Genghis Khan Lodge

Zaoonsen

Ido

A corner room with a view of mountains, a couch, a table with chairs, and a treadmill.

12. Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte

Zaoonsen

Alan

A wooden spa area with a pool, benches, and a wooden fence.

13. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Zaoonsen

Monoceros

￥13,721 total

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A compact room with a bed, a small table, a television, and a window with blinds.

14. ZaoSunvalley Hotel

Zaoonsen

Marielyn

￥43,470 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden bathhouse, a stone hot spring, and a forested backdrop.

15. Meitoya So

Zaoonsen

Shirley

￥14,914 total

Dec 3 - Dec 4

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a table, and a view of a garden through sliding doors.

16. Hotel Koyo

12.1 km from Zaoonsen

Brayden

￥28,983 total

Nov 25 - Nov 26

17. Kinosato

Zaoonsen

Drew

￥34,308 total

Dec 14 - Dec 15

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a wooden headboard, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

18. YuiLocalZao

Zaoonsen

Rodrigo

￥17,820 total

Nov 28 - Nov 29

A hotel entrance with snow-covered surroundings and a visible signboard.

19. Takamiya Hotel Jurin

Zaoonsen

Wish

￥23,375 total

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A Daiwa Roynet Hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

20. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

10.9 km from Zaoonsen

CHU

￥11,779 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Where to stay in Zaoonsen

Find the best Zaoonsen areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Zaoonsen

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.

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Futabacho

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

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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.

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Jonanmachi

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

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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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Top Zaoonsen Hotel Reviews

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, stone steps, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

Chikusenso Onsen

Zao

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zaoonsen

10/10 Excellent

Marquise

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of a waterfall and greenery.

Tendo Hotel

Tendo

10/10 Excellent

We stayed here for a week while visiting our daughter who lived nearby. The staff were friendly, and polite. No problem with communication even though I do not speak Japanese. I really enjoyed their breakfast buffet. The view of the mountains from the room can't be beat. I agree with one review that said the toilet in the reception is the best toilet I have been to in Japan, as crazy as that may sound. Highly recommend!

David

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden building, large rocks, and a koi pond.

Shouhakutei Azumaso

Tendo

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

A wooden outdoor hot spring area with a wooden deck and a circular hot spring bath.

Suzukiya Ryokan

Shiroishi

10/10 Excellent

Incredible experience at Suzukiya Ryokan! Staff is incredible! They speak some English and you can communicate perfectly fine with all of them. They are so incredibly kind and welcoming! The room was very traditional with straw mats, room dividers, very comfortable beds on the floor. Hot spring baths indoors as well as outdoors were absolutely fantastic! They are separated by gender, you wash up before entering a really hot bath and relax like you haven't relaxed in a long time! Then they bring...

Eugene

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a table, surrounded by a wooden deck and a glass railing overlooking a garden.

Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya

Tendo

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Omiya Ryokan

Zaoonsen

10/10 Excellent

Sara

A long, narrow indoor pool with a view of a garden through large windows.

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae

Yamagata

10/10 Excellent

Jun

A tall hotel building with the name "Richmond Hotel" on the facade.

Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Futabacho

10/10 Excellent

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in Zaoonsen?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting Yamagata's Zaoonsen neighborhood. Be sure to check out 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 our traveler data, Omiya Ryokan is one of the top choices for your stay in Zaoonsen. This ryokan is a short 1-minute walk from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, and it offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Zao International Hotel and Takamiya Hotel Hammond.

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

Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodations 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, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that 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, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Zaoonsen.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Zaoonsen?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Zaoonsen, head over to our customer service page.

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 neighborhood, Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway are some other places worth a visit. Zao Sanroku Station, Zao Sky Cable, and Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort are just a few of the places to visit in and around Zaoonsen. Zao Super Slider and Dokko Numa (Dokko Pond) are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Yamagata.

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Our top choices for Zaoonsen hotels

1. Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

2. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

3. Zao International Hotel

4. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

5. Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu

6. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

7. Omiya Ryokan

8. Hotel Lucent Takamiya

9. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

10. Takamiya Rurikura Resort

11. Genghis Khan Lodge

12. Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte

13. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

14. ZaoSunvalley Hotel

15. Meitoya So

16. Hotel Koyo

17. Kinosato

18. YuiLocalZao

19. Takamiya Hotel Jurin

20. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

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Where to stay in Zaoonsen

Kasumicho

Futabacho

Nanukamachi

Jonanmachi

Honcho

Top Zaoonsen Hotel Reviews

Chikusenso Onsen

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in Zaoonsen?

Where is the best place to stay in Zaoonsen?

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

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Zaoonsen, will I receive a refund?

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Zaoonsen?

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

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