Top Zaoonsen Hotels from ￥6,455

Discover 149 Zaoonsen hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

"We had a wonderful stay during the ski season. The staff is very friendly and the location is close to the gondola. "

￥19,455 total

Jul 16 - Jul 17

Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

"Nice hotel"

￥25,680 total

Jul 18 - Jul 19

"Great property tucked away in Zao. Beautiful views and amenities make this a must-stay!"

￥11,311 total

Jul 25 - Jul 26

"The staff was great! They take care of everything and are super friendly. "

￥43,456 total

Jul 22 - Jul 23

"Perfect location Perfect onsen Perfect meal free shuttle bus to and from Zao Ski area"

￥21,860 total

Jul 18 - Jul 19

Japanese Style Deluxe Twin Room Non smoking | Free WiFi

"The hotel offers a pleasant stay, with delicious dining and courteous service. Additionally, the hotel features two hot spring pools with scenic views. "

￥21,595 total

Jul 29 - Jul 30

"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 "

￥21,090 total

Jul 23 - Jul 24

"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."

￥21,011 total

Jul 16 - Jul 17

[Mountain Side Luxury] Guaranteed Corner Room on 3rd Floor, Japanese-Modern Twin, Non-Smoking | View from room

"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。"

￥36,300 total

Jul 16 - Jul 17

"餐飲豐富"

￥21,600 total

Jul 13 - Jul 14

"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."

￥23,764 total

Jul 16 - Jul 17

"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."

￥33,820 total

Jul 16 - Jul 17

"-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."

￥18,000 total

Jul 10 - Jul 11

Privilege, Deluxe Suite, 2 Twin Beds, Mountain View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"good hospitality "

￥10,200 total

Jul 24 - Jul 25

"食事が美味しい食事中に携帯でのフォトサービスもしてくれる気が利いてるスタッフの笑顔がとてもよかった"

￥31,685 total

Jul 23 - Jul 24

"Great location, comfort room and quiet."

￥6,143 total

Jul 27 - Jul 28

"Close to the train station, parking available at hotel, staff helpful"

￥9,092 total

Jul 13 - Jul 14

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

"Enjoyed my stay. "

￥7,100 total

Jul 13 - Jul 14

"Very good modern hotel in Yamagata, near station and restaurants. "

￥11,750 total

Jul 13 - Jul 14

"The Hotel is Directory located at the train station."

￥7,809 total

Jul 27 - Jul 28

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5/5 Excellent

"I just stayed here one night as part of a longer journey, but the hotel was beautiful. Clean, comfortable, quie. All the staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, and it’s connected to the train station for ease of travel and options for dining."

A verified traveler stayed at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Posted 3 weeks ago

5/5 Excellent

Jan 2025 Family Ski Trip

"The staff are super friendly and always ready to help. The daily prepared meals were delicious and many varieties to choose from. Being able to book hot spring without leaving the resort was super convenient. Loved our family time here in Japan and will definitely come back again soon."

A verified traveler stayed at Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Posted 5 months ago

5/5 Excellent

Onsen was an enexpected bonus.

"A comfortable, clean business hotel with the added advantage of an onsen on the ground floor. Conveniently located in the traditional area of Yamagata on a bus route from the station. Breakfast in the top floor restaurant was buffet style."

A verified traveler stayed at Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel

Posted 5 months ago

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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 Expedia customer reviews, Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso is the highest ranked property in Zaoonsen. This ryokan is a short 1-minute walk from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, and it offers free parking and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Zao International Hotel and Omiya Ryokan.

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

Expedia has 28 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 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.

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Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan

Zao International Hotel

Zao International Hotel

Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Meitoya So

Meitoya So

Hotel Lucent Takamiya

Hotel Lucent Takamiya

Kinosato

Kinosato

Takamiya Rurikura Resort

Takamiya Rurikura Resort

Le Vert Zao

Le Vert Zao

Takamiya Hotel Jurin

Takamiya Hotel Jurin

Takasagoya Ryokan

Takasagoya Ryokan

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Sendai Sakunami

Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Sendai Sakunami

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Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Comfort Hotel Tendo

Comfort Hotel Tendo

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

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Yamagata Eki Nishiguchi Washington Hotel

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