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Our top choices for Zaoonsen hotels

Down duvets, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

1. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
3.5 star property
Kasumicho, 11.1 km from Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Good breakfast"
Japan
Shona
The price is S$88
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
Public bath

2. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (182 reviews)
"Extremely comfortable, excellent staff and outstanding service! "
United States
Lawrence
The price is S$209
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

3. Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
14.7 km from Zaoonsen
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (452 reviews)
"We tried both Japanese room and western room and both are good but we preferred the latter. We also love having snacks and drinks in the lounge area and it’s free. I don’t drink alcohol but my family members do and they love it. The onsen is also good."
Singapore
Mee Nyuk
The price is S$88
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
Hot springs

4. Zao International Hotel

Zao International Hotel
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Great hotel, excellent rolm, very relaxing and quiet. Wonderful onsen and delicious dinner."
United Kingdom
Massimo
The price is S$263
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Zao International Hotel
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

5. Sendai Royal Park Hotel

Sendai Royal Park Hotel
4.0 star property
43.2 km from Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"This place is wonderful"
Australia
Ioannis
The price is S$100
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Sendai Royal Park Hotel
Hot tub, hot springs/mineral springs

6. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (249 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 S$186
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
Hot springs

7. Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (166 reviews)
"nice room, onsen and food"
Hong Kong SAR China
SIU KIN
The price is S$159
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Omiya Ryokan
Hot springs

8. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (98 reviews)
"Good outdoor onsen, good service"
Hong Kong SAR China
Man Ho
The price is S$395
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
Restaurant

9. Takamiya Rurikura Resort

Takamiya Rurikura Resort
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (33 reviews)
"Clean room, spacious with outdoor tub!"
United States
Tracie
The price is S$190
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Takamiya Rurikura Resort
Hot springs

10. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Takamiya Hotel Hammond
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (78 reviews)
"The service was nice."
Hong Kong SAR China
Monoceros
The price is S$124
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
Pool

11. Meitoya So

Meitoya So
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (81 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
Canada
Shirley
The price is S$172
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Meitoya So
Premium bedding, down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

12. YuiLocalZao

YuiLocalZao
2.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Excellent option for the region. Super clean and close to the lift. "
United States
Rodrigo
The price is S$135
31 Jul - 1 Aug
YuiLocalZao
Exterior

13. Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte

Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Character hotel in top location with great staff and food."
Australia
Alan
Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte
Exterior

14. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
2.5 star property
10.9 km from Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (381 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 S$89
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
Spa

15. Hotel Lucent Takamiya

Hotel Lucent Takamiya
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (54 reviews)
"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."
Hong Kong SAR China
Lim
The price is S$160
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Hotel Lucent Takamiya
Bathroom

16. Hotel Koyo

Hotel Koyo
3.0 star property
12.1 km from Zaoonsen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (180 reviews)
"Spotless rooms, absolutely amazing staff"
United States
Brayden
The price is S$372
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Hotel Koyo
Hot springs

17. Kinosato

Kinosato
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"The staff was amazing! So kind "
United States
Drew
The price is S$300
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Kinosato
Exterior

18. Yamagata Grand Hotel

Yamagata Grand Hotel
3.5 star property
Honcho, 10.9 km from Zaoonsen
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (300 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and it was very clean"
United States
logan
The price is S$74
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Yamagata Grand Hotel
Exterior

19. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
3.0 star property
Futabacho, 11.3 km from Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (255 reviews)
"Overall, it was a very nice place to stay."
United States
MASAYO
The price is S$89
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
Hot springs

20. Kaminoyama Azumaya

Kaminoyama Azumaya
3.5 star property
10.9 km from Zaoonsen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (168 reviews)
"great!!"
Canada
Jasmine
The price is S$158
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Kaminoyama Azumaya
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Compare popular hotels in Zaoonsen

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Premium bedding, down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets
YuiLocalZao
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
6 reviews
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Hot springs
Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
166 reviews
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Public bath
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
182 reviews
View
Hot springs
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
98 reviews
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Hot springs
Zao International Hotel
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
72 reviews
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Where to stay in Zaoonsen

Find the best Zaoonsen areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Kasumicho

While Kasumicho may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata City Local History Museum.

Nanukamachi

Nanukamachi might not have many top sights, but Yamagata City Local History Museum and Yamagata Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Futabacho

Futabacho might not have many top sights, but Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata City Local History Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Honcho

While Honcho may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Yamagata City Local History Museum and Yamagata Castle.

Jonanmachi

While Jonanmachi isn't home to many top sights, Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata City Local History Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Zaoonsen Hotel Reviews

Meitoya So

Meitoya So

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel!"
Shirley 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Meitoya So

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Zaoonsen?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Yamagata's Zaoonsen neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit 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 traveller data, Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Zaoonsen. This ryokan is a short 9-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 neighbourhood include Zao International Hotel and Gokan no Yu Tsuruya.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Zaoonsen area?
Expedia has 38 hotels and other accommodation options 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, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Zaoonsen.
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 neighbourhood, 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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