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Recommended hotels in Zao

A covered outdoor pool area with a wooden pergola structure, a hot tub, and a small rectangular pool.

1. Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Zao
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (473 reviews)
"So lovely. Breakfast was about 3,000 each and dinner was 5,000 each"
United States
Madelaine
The price is ￥8,926
￥10,801 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
A hot spring bath with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape.

2. Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro
3.5 star property
Zao
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (35 reviews)
"Absolutely adore Kappa no Yado, and I still daydream of being in Togatta. 10/10 an absolutely beautiful experience. Every staff member was kind, helpful and thoughtful throughout our honeymoon. The grounds have a heartbeat, with hot spring water flowing through the town, bubbling forth rich life. The sounds of bear bells jingling in the street. The glow of modern Japan meets rural Japan in small notable ways."
United States
Estevan
The price is ￥24,250
￥26,750 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, a wooden table with a fire pit, and a deer head decoration.

3. Bardenya Soho

Bardenya Soho
3.0 star property
Zao
"ご飯が美味しかったです？"
Japan
tamura
The price is ￥9,310
￥10,610 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Bardenya Soho
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, stone steps, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

4. Chikusenso Onsen

Chikusenso Onsen
4.5 star property
Zao
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"It was a magical stay."
United States
Anderson
The price is ￥105,328
￥117,541 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Chikusenso Onsen
A spa area with a stone bench and a hot tub, surrounded by large windows with a forest view.

5. Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi

Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi
2.0 star property
Zao
The price is ￥24,034
￥26,437 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi
A modern building with a flat roof, surrounded by a fenced area, a paved road, and a hilly landscape with trees.

6. makinokutsurogizao

makinokutsurogizao
2.0 star property
Zao
The price is ￥61,560
￥68,040 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
makinokutsurogizao
A modern indoor seating area with tables and chairs, a large window with a view of the sky, and a potted plant.

7. Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao
3.0 star property
Shiroishi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (272 reviews)
"Great location and price!!"
Australia
Jin Myeon
The price is ￥7,708
￥8,518 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao
A tranquil indoor hot spring area with a wooden ceiling and a view of lush greenery outside.

8. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (187 reviews)
"excellent place. multiple numbers of onsens. food was incredible."
United States
Sam Yi-Shang
The price is ￥26,040
￥29,140 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
The exterior of a hotel with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling and a sign that reads "SUPERHOTEL".

9. Super Hotel Sendai Airport Inter

Super Hotel Sendai Airport Inter
3.0 star property
Natori
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"Good location,clean,friendly service."
Taiwan
PEI HUA
The price is ￥9,736
￥10,710 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Super Hotel Sendai Airport Inter
A stone-walled room with a wooden window and a stone bench.

10. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (250 reviews)
"Staff are nice, room is clean, onsen is awesome!! And location is great, right next to the bus terminal. "
Taiwan
Aileen
The price is ￥20,460
￥22,960 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered area and a sign above the entrance.

11. Hotel Route-Inn Natori

Hotel Route-Inn Natori
3.0 star property
Natori
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (334 reviews)
"The star was very kind and helpful. They helped us when we were lost and helped call a taxi for us. The hotel has a very relaxing onsen. "
United States
Enrique
The price is ￥11,733
￥12,906 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Route-Inn Natori
A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden beams, a stone bath, and a view of lush greenery.

12. TAOYA Akiu

TAOYA Akiu
2.0 star property
Taihaku Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (256 reviews)
"The Tanya was really a great stay. The Onsen water is wonderful; the staff is great, as well as the food. It is as clean as it can be considering its age and number of visitors. I will go back again."
United States
Rand
The price is ￥37,550
￥41,382 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
TAOYA Akiu
A wooden spa area with a pool, benches, and a wooden fence.

13. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Takamiya Hotel Hammond
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (82 reviews)
"Great property tucked away in Zao. Beautiful views and amenities make this a must-stay!"
United States
David
The price is ￥9,738
￥11,220 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and woven chairs.

14. Sendai Royal Park Hotel

Sendai Royal Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Izumi Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Breakfast was excellent and the shopping next door was great."
Canada
Glenn
The price is ￥10,440
￥13,255 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Sendai Royal Park Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a television displaying a scenic view.

15. Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station West

Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station West
3.0 star property
Jonanmachi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (427 reviews)
"Great breakfast - good location - excellent price"
Canada
Claire
The price is ￥8,788
￥9,733 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station West
A Daiwa Roynet Hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

16. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
2.5 star property
Yamagata
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (395 reviews)
"This hotel was wonderful. From its staff to its location - it was a perfect place to rest after touring Yamagata! "
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥9,914
￥10,905 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
A man in a suit with a briefcase standing in front of a building with a sign that reads "VALUE THE".

17. Value The Hotel Sendai Natori

Value The Hotel Sendai Natori
3.0 star property
Natori
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (204 reviews)
"Very competitive price in around the Sendai area. Great hotel breakfast with many choice for each preference."
United States
WAI
The price is ￥8,667
￥10,488 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Value The Hotel Sendai Natori
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a TV.

18. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
3.5 star property
Kasumicho
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Was a nice hotel to stay at really enjoyed the view and hospitality of staff "
Canada
Jared
The price is ￥9,711
￥11,901 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
A view through a window with reflections of bamboo and a building.

19. Super Hotel Yamagataeki Nishiguchi Natural Hot Springs

Super Hotel Yamagataeki Nishiguchi Natural Hot Springs
3.0 star property
Futabacho
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (62 reviews)
"A super value hotel with Onsen, large car park, early check in and later check out than other hotels around."
Singapore
Goh
The price is ￥8,384
￥9,522 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Super Hotel Yamagataeki Nishiguchi Natural Hot Springs
A tall hotel building with the name "Richmond Hotel" on the facade.

20. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
3.0 star property
Futabacho
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (266 reviews)
"Overall, it was a very nice place to stay."
United States
MASAYO
The price is ￥10,120
￥11,220 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
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Top Zao Hotel Reviews

Hotel Grand Bach Sendai

Hotel Grand Bach Sendai

10/10 Excellent
"A great hotel with the added bonus of beautiful music in the evening. Quiet location a short walk from the station, would definitely recommend."
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Hotel Grand Bach Sendai

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Zao Resorts information

Number of reviews
4,359
Accommodation
3 Resorts
Lowest Price
￥8,518
Highest Price
￥117,541

Frequently asked questions

What is Zao like for a resort vacation?
Longing for a relaxing getaway? Treat yourself to the comforts of a resort, where you can find everything you want for your vacation from tasty dining options to entertainment and shopping. Browse the resort options in the area and discover the best one for you, whether you envision yourself kicking back in a luxury suite or checking out the on-site boutiques.
What's the best resort in Zao?
Our highest-rated resorts near Zao: Hotel Zao Mets - 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Zao. The Yukawa Ichijoh - 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Zao.
What can I do in Zao?
Check out the interesting exhibits at Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall, or head for the ski slopes at Sumikawa Snow Park. A few other attractions you may want to see are Togatta Onsen and Mt. Zao.
What's the weather like in Zao?
The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 37°F. The rainiest months in Zao are September, August, July, and October, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.
What's the best way to get to and around Zao?
Fly into Sendai Airport (SDJ), which is located 18.5 mi (29.8 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Yamagata Airport (GAJ), which is 24.3 mi (39.1 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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