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Takamiya Hotel Hammond
Hotel in Zao Onsen
Only a 5-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Hotel Hammond Takamiya offers public hot-spring baths. Guests can use free Wi-Fi in guest rooms and at the public areas.
Đặng
Vietnam
location is good, staff is really friendly but the room quite old
need to collect the trash after checking out
Scored 7.6
7.6Rated good
Good 209 reviews
Price from
£91.32
per night
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
Hotel in Zao Onsen
Offering ski-to-door access right across from Uwanodai Ski Area, Hotel Jurin features a hot spring bath, free Wi-Fi at the lobby and a restaurant.
Cindy
Singapore
Ski in and ski out resort. Breakfast and dinner are the same menu throughout your stay. The staff are helpful and friendly.
Scored 8.2
8.2Rated very good
Very good 93 reviews
Price from
£216.10
per night
ロッヂ スガノ
Hotel in Zao Onsen
Situated in Zao Onsen, 400 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, ロッヂ スガノ features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
pasara
Thailand
Very friendly staff.
Very close to ski slope by walking 1min.
Scored 8.2
8.2Rated very good
Very good 24 reviews
Price from
£76.95
per night
Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort
Hotel in Zao Onsen
Takamiya Rurikura Resort boasts ski-to-door access from Yokukura ski slope, an outdoor hot spring bath and karaoke rooms.
Borwornsom
Thailand
Great location. Just steps from the cable car/rope way. Great onsen.
Scored 7.6
7.6Rated good
Good 115 reviews
Price from
£163.92
per night
Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan
Zao Onsen
Only a 5-minute walk from the Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Omiya Ryokan features Japanese-style rooms, hot spring baths and massage treatments.
Cheng Lai
Singapore
Charming little onsen town. Mostly non Japanese people visiting
Scored 8.5
8.5Rated very good
Very good 277 reviews
Price from
£122.18
per night
Meitoya So
Zao Onsen
Renovated in 2017, Meitoya Sou offers a modern-style ryokan with natural hot spring baths. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site.
佐藤エリック
Japan
The hotel facilities are nice and the staff very friendly.
Scored 8.1
8.1Rated very good
Very good 577 reviews
Price from
£123.34
per night
Le Vert Zao
Zao Onsen
Just a 1-minute walk to Nakamori Ski Resort, Le Vert Zao offers both Japanese and Western-style rooms.Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas and free private parking is provided.
Natacha
Australia
I think there could have been a bit more choice for breakfast.
Scored 7.8
7.8Rated good
Good 86 reviews
Price from
£154.44
per night
Zao Shiki no Hotel
Zao Onsen
Winter closure of the open-air baths "Shirakaba-no-yu" (Late December - 28 February) Due to the accumulation of snow, the open-air bath will be closed during the winter.
Nicola
Australia
Big room. Every comfort has been considered. Great food. Welcoming staff. Enjoyable onsen
Scored 8.8
8.8Rated fabulous
Fabulous 249 reviews
Price from
£147.69
per night
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
Zao Onsen
Located within a 10-minute walking distance from the Zao Sky Cable aerial lift, Miyamaso Takamiya features 9 natural hot spring baths for guests to enjoy.
Clement
Australia
The taxi driver told us there are 4 "Takamiya" in the region, which was an interesting trivia, but can get confusing.
Rooms were spacious and meals were delicious. Staff were helpful and carried our luggage to the room.
Scored 9.0
9.0Rated superb
Superb 158 reviews
Price from
£268.29
per night
Pension Puutaro
Zao Onsen
Only a 1-minute walk from the Zao Onsen Ski resort, Pension Puutaro offers Japanese-style rooms, a French course for dinner and free Wi-Fi.
Anni
Japan
The staff was helpful and kind. The room was clean and comfortable, and the location was not too far from the bus terminal.
Scored 8.8
8.8Rated fabulous
Fabulous 183 reviews
Price from
£105.42
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FAQs about hotels in Zao Onsen
What guests said about Zao Onsen:
- Scored 8.08.0
In the summer, Zao is very quiet during weekdays.
In the summer, Zao is very quiet during weekdays. It rains almost every day, so it's advisable to pack quick-dry clothes and sturdy shoes for walking uphill and downhill. If you prefer fruits and vegetables, make sure to bring some with you, as there's no fresh market in town and the only local convenience store doesn't offer many healthy choices. If you happen to encounter a serow, don't make the mistake we did by running away thinking it was a hyena—quite silly of us!NANTANAThailand - Scored 8.08.0
Zao onsen is a lovely getaway in the Japanese mountains.
Zao onsen is a lovely getaway in the Japanese mountains. Mostly tailored to skiers and snowboarders though, with the many hills and ski facilities. But it's also a lovely place for a brief visit if you want some relaxation and onsens. We visited mainly for seeing the Zao Snow monsters and relaxing at a nice hotel. Unforuntately the Snow Monsters had already melted when we were there, and only one cablecar worked going up the mountain, so there was a huge line. The town is cozy with a few restaurant options. We did not ski and stayed for two nights which was just the right amount of time, as there's not that much to experience in the town, other than ski, visit onsen and take the cablecar (if it's working properly)CamillaDenmark - Scored 1010
It's good for a few days of hitting the slopes and had a...
It's good for a few days of hitting the slopes and had a surprising number for eateries compared to some of the other onsen towns. The juhyo (snow monster) is an interesting sight (depending on the weather) especially since you will have to go right to the top of the mountain to see it. It has a night viewing session depending on the season for the juhyo also. And if you're driving, Yamagata town is just a short 30mins drive down the mountain and you'll have more eateries to choose from.EdMalaysia - Scored 1010
I stayed in Zao Onsen in mid October and had a beautiful...
I stayed in Zao Onsen in mid October and had a beautiful time absorbed in the energy of the mountains and blown away by the ‘koyo’ autumn leaves 🧡 In the off season, it proves a serene escape to soak in the onsens, and take in the clean air and stunning views on various hikes. I can only imagine how much fun it would be when covered in snow!
TamsynAustralia - Scored 4.04.0
I booked for a group of 3 families.
I booked for a group of 3 families. When I checked in they assumed that the Japanese family is the primary contact. The hotel front refused my ID and address and INSISTED that the Japanese family should be the primary contact and address. This is unacceptable considering that I am the one booking. It caused a lot of confusion and uncomfortable to my group. If you do not want foreigner to book the property then why bother listing it in the booking.com?Reza SurjaJapan - Scored 8.08.0
Interesting for its hot springs one can find almost...
Interesting for its hot springs one can find almost everywhere and its location in a charming mountain are. The little town itself doesn't offer much and is rather boring. Few restaurants that close early at about 3 pm and hardly any shopping facilities. Fortunately, there is at least a small convenience store. The sulphurous smell of the hot springs can be noticed all around the area.GerdGermany
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- From £115.96 per nightScored 8.78.7Rated fabulousFabulous · 99 reviewsThe english-spoken staff is helpful, as well as other staffs were nice. The private onsens are exceptional. There are 7 types of private onsens, and 5 of them are absolutely FREE! We love the stunning scenic view from both hotel area and also from private onsen. There was a bottle of delicious milk provided as after-bath service. The hotel also provide a ride to(and from) bus terminal and ropeways, as well as ropeway's discount voucher. The location is on the steep hill, good exercise if you get there by walking.AtchaThailand
- Scored 8.08.0Rated very goodVery good · 83 reviews- there was breakfast although we did not book it (was coffee and toast but since we did not book it…) - free pick up and drop off from the Zao Onsen bus terminal - quick reply to our questions beforehand - they would have driven us to any spot in Zao Onsen and asked us every time we passed the receptionFlummi86Germany
- Scored 7.97.9Rated goodGood · 215 reviewsStayed 4 night during CNY holiday. Location is great ski in ski out. It is up on the mountain but the boss drove me from the bus stop. Free onsen ticket for 3 public onsen in the town. Room is warm and slept welll. Boss is friendly and helpful, and speak good english!Tat ManHong Kong
- Scored 9.09.0Rated superbSuperb · 263 reviewsThe Ryokan is run by a wonderful family who are extremely accomodating and kind. If you are looking for an authentic Japanese experience then I highly recomend you stay here if visiting Zao to go on the ski hill.
JosephJapan - From £214.52 per nightScored 8.28.2Rated very goodVery good · 93 reviewsIt is easy to ski-in and ski-out of the hotel.niveachanTaiwan
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