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Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso, hotel in 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.

Room size was amazing , the staff and facilities very good . Food is great
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
188 reviews
Price from
£269.50
1 night, 2 adults
蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里, hotel in Zao Onsen

Located within less than 1 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort in Zao Onsen, 蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里 offers accommodation with seating area.

Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
£202.51
1 night, 2 adults
Zao Plaza Hotel, hotel in Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen, Zao Plaza Hotel features accommodation with a public bath and an open-air bath. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

Spacious room and beautiful view. The staff were very kind and welcoming. The food was delicious.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
135 reviews
Price from
£113.18
1 night, 2 adults
Takamiya Hotel Lucent, hotel in Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen, 400 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Lucent features accommodation with a public bath and an open-air bath.

The staff were very nice and welcoming. very hospitable, was sincerely touched by their service throughout the stay. I would like to thank the concierge lady at front desk especially. sadly i couldn’t rmb here name.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
125 reviews
Price from
£129.93
1 night, 2 adults
Zao Shiki no Hotel, hotel in 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.

Meals were great for both breakfast and dinner. Dinner repertoire were limited as we stayed for 5 nights. Hotels were new and love the outdoor and indoor Onsen. That was the main highlight..
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
279 reviews
Price from
£150.03
1 night, 2 adults
Meitoya So, hotel in 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.

It's actually a very nice Onsen Ryokan styled hotel in my opinion. The welcome drinks bar is fully stocked up (no alcoholic beverages my fellow aussies) with beverages. The staff members are helpful (except maybe one or two?) The outdoor Onsen is GREAT!!! Make sure you avoid the after meal rush hours. The food is most definitely beyond expectation!!! Walk to shops and other nearby affiliated onsen as well as chairlifts. Plenty of parking in front.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
617 reviews
Price from
£118.76
1 night, 2 adults
Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira, hotel in Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen, Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira provides accommodation with a public bath and an open-air bath.

Onsen very good
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
103 reviews
Price from
£132.16
1 night, 2 adults
Matsukaneya Annex, hotel in Zao Onsen

Located in Zao Onsen, Matukaneya Annex offers 3-star accommodation with hot spring baths including a free-flowing natural hot spring bath. The property features a restaurant serving unique cuisine.

Delicious Zao local foods, and onsen is also great
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
171 reviews
Price from
£146.68
1 night, 2 adults
Le Vert Zao, hotel in Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Le Vert Zao offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath.

Jacky was great during our hotel stay. It was awesome we could chat in Taiwanese. That tea on New Year's Eve was so warm and lovely.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
107 reviews
Price from
£158.86
1 night, 2 adults
Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan, hotel in 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.

A lot of space available and they took good care of the experience to make it traditional
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
327 reviews
Price from
£113.18
1 night, 2 adults
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Featuring traditional Japanese hot springs known as ‘onsen’, these hotels allow you to take a relaxing soak in therapeutic geothermal waters. Traditionally, onsens were located outdoors but a number of hotels also offer indoor facilities for private or shared use. The healing properties of each onsen will vary depending on its location, with ‘kuroyu’ black water known for its positive effects on skin.

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  • Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 188 reviews

    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.

    Excellent food, 4 onsen on property. Spacious rooms.

  • 蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 8 reviews

    Located within less than 1 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort in Zao Onsen, 蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里 offers accommodation with seating area.

  • Meitoya So
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 617 reviews

    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.

    Amazing breakfast and dinner and just overall feel

  • Takamiya Hotel Lucent
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 125 reviews

    Set in Zao Onsen, 400 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Lucent features accommodation with a public bath and an open-air bath.

    スタッフ様が本当に親切で、サービスも良かった! チェックアウト後も温泉も入れてすごく良かったです。

  • Zao Plaza Hotel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 135 reviews

    Situated in Zao Onsen, Zao Plaza Hotel features accommodation with a public bath and an open-air bath. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

    皆さん一所懸命に頑張って接客対応され気持ち良かった。スリッパの消毒、部屋清掃など建物、設備は古いが清潔でした。

  • Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 103 reviews

    Set in Zao Onsen, Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira provides accommodation with a public bath and an open-air bath.

    Good service , nice place , very impression, Perfect

  • Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 327 reviews

    Only a 5-minute walk from the Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Omiya Ryokan features Japanese-style rooms, hot spring baths and massage treatments.

    Beautiful rooms and facilities with very helpful staff

  • Zao Kokusai Hotel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 356 reviews

    Only a 1-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Kokusai Hotel offers indoor/outdoor spacious hot-spring baths and Japanese-style rooms.

    Big spacious room, provided everything you dont need to bring anything

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  • Yoshidaya
    Central location
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 8 reviews

    Located in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Yoshidaya provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath.

    接客 早めに到着した際、チェックアウト後に荷物を預かってくれたり温泉の利用が可能だったりと大満足でした。

  • Zao Shiki no Hotel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 279 reviews

    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.

    location , outdoor onsen and nice buffet breakfast

  • Wakamatsuya
    Central location
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 39 reviews

    Offering mountain views, Wakamatsuya in Zao Onsen provides accommodation, an open-air bath, a garden, a terrace, a bar and a shared lounge.

    Nice ryokan with good view and good service staffs

  • Matsukaneya Annex
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 171 reviews

    Located in Zao Onsen, Matukaneya Annex offers 3-star accommodation with hot spring baths including a free-flowing natural hot spring bath. The property features a restaurant serving unique cuisine.

    Delicious Zao local foods, and onsen is also great

  • Onsen & Stay OAKHILL
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 12 reviews

    Situated in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Onsen & Stay OAKHILL features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Takamiya Hotel Jurin
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 93 reviews

    Set in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Jurin offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and ski-to-door access.

    晚歺非常丰富,酒店的服务水平很高,特别是会中文的服务生热情周到,酒店提供免费接送,超出想象,下次会再来。

  • ロッヂ スガノ
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 43 reviews

    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.

    接客対応はとても良かった。 温泉は小さ目だが時間を気にせず入れる。 食事が美味しい。 蔵王温泉共同浴場の入浴券を貰えた。

  • Takamiya Hotel Hammond
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 245 reviews

    Situated in Zao Onsen, 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    A good spot in the village close enough to the lifts

  • Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 120 reviews

    Set in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Perfect location to many interesting spots in zao.

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  • Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 327 reviews
    Very beautiful traditional ryokan, the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. Had a blast snowboarding for the first time and enjoyed the onsen after a whole day out in the cold. Breakfast and dinner are delicious and very large portions.
    Kent
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 210 reviews
    Everything is really nice, it is an old style ryokan and very good hot spring. Room is spacious with view. Was able to use the washing machine for free! Located on the main hot spring street , walkable to the Ropeway. Lots of restaurants nearby however some required advance booking. The hosts are very lovely and nice. If you want to experience authentic ryokan this will be the place to go
    Chia Ying
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 279 reviews
    Breakfast is good and staff at breakfast room is nice. Size of the room is quite large for Japan standards. The room is well equipped, storage is great. Outdoor onsen is nice, but is it 100m away from the hotel, not a big deal. But just keep that in mind.
    Katia
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 279 reviews
    Beautiful hotel, staff and position. Loved the outdoor Onsen
    Anne-Marie
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 103 reviews
    Close to the property. Love the private onsen, the host even provides the local milk to the customer to enjoy after soaking in the hot spring. Also the shuttle bus service is pretty handy.
    serena
    Family with young children
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 617 reviews
    It’s well located. Close to the most famous onsen in Zao. The rooms are typical ryokan room, but I had to set my own futon. Onsen are great too
    Maria Inês
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 101 reviews
    Yoshidaya Ryokan is a beautifully presented traditional ryokan. Its right in the middle of the old part of Zao Onsen surrounded by historic buildings. This is a traditional Ryokan so be prepared to walk up stairs and use shared facilities. The rooms are very warm and comfortable and the Ryokan facilities are well presented and clean. The Hot Spring bath was wonderful! I will be staying at Yoshidaya again!
    timothy_kenyon
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £161.90
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 284 reviews
    Good location, just 5 mins walk from the Yamako Bus terminal. The ryokan's owner is very friendly to the guest. He can speak a little English too. They also serve some tasty Japanese breakfast and dinner. They offer free tickets for entry to the 3 public hot springs nearby. I will be staying at Takasagoya again the next time I am here to see the snow monsters.
    Josh_Kong
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 103 reviews
    Outdoor onsens are very nice. Best private onsen
    Prasert
    Family with young children
  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 210 reviews
    Cozy Ryokan with very friendly owner, I could keep my baggage in the lobby after checking out. There is a heater in the room. The hot spring bath was superb.
    Ayla
    Solo traveller

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