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1. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
3.5 star property
Kasumicho, 11.1 km from Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Was a nice hotel to stay at really enjoyed the view and hospitality of staff "
Canada
Jared
The price is S$96
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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, (187 reviews)
"excellent place. multiple numbers of onsens. food was incredible."
United States
Sam Yi-Shang
The price is S$243
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
Hot springs

3. Zao International Hotel

Zao International Hotel
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"Great hotel, excellent rolm, very relaxing and quiet. Wonderful onsen and delicious dinner."
United Kingdom
Massimo
The price is S$247
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Zao International Hotel
Room

4. Sendai Royal Park Hotel

Sendai Royal Park Hotel
4.0 star property
43.2 km from Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast was excellent and the shopping next door was great."
Canada
Glenn
The price is S$107
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Sendai Royal Park Hotel
Room

5. 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, (471 reviews)
"So lovely. Breakfast was about 3,000 each and dinner was 5,000 each"
United States
Madelaine
The price is S$84
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
Hot springs

6. Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 reviews)
"Great location in Zao onsen town. Very traditional—uniquely like “infinity castle” with stairs and tatami everywhere. The shuttle service from/to Yamagata station is a plus. Only public bathroom available, but there’s toilet in the room."
United States
Sara
The price is S$159
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Omiya Ryokan
Spa

7. 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 S$181
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
Hot springs

8. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (101 reviews)
"Good outdoor onsen, good service"
Hong Kong SAR China
Man Ho
The price is S$452
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
Hot springs

9. 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 S$109
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
Restaurant

10. Takamiya Rurikura Resort

Takamiya Rurikura Resort
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Clean room, spacious with outdoor tub!"
United States
Tracie
The price is S$198
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Takamiya Rurikura Resort
Pool

11. Meitoya So

Meitoya So
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (83 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
Canada
Shirley
The price is S$190
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Meitoya So
Room

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$142
24 Sept - 25 Sept
YuiLocalZao
Exterior

13. 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, (394 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$90
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
Exterior

14. 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
Lobby

15. Hotel Sankyo Fukushima

Hotel Sankyo Fukushima
3.5 star property
46.2 km from Zaoonsen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Five minutes walk to Fukushima station . They serve excellent breakfast."
United States
Kyoko
The price is S$64
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hotel Sankyo Fukushima
Hot springs

16. 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$286
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Kinosato
Bathroom

17. Hotel Koyo

Hotel Koyo
3.0 star property
12.1 km from Zaoonsen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (190 reviews)
"Spotless rooms, absolutely amazing staff"
United States
Brayden
The price is S$251
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hotel Koyo
Spa

18. 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
Hotel Lucent Takamiya
Hot springs

19. Kaminoyama Azumaya

Kaminoyama Azumaya
3.5 star property
10.9 km from Zaoonsen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (172 reviews)
"great!!"
Canada
Jasmine
The price is S$157
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Kaminoyama Azumaya
Exterior

20. Yamagata Grand Hotel

Yamagata Grand Hotel
3.5 star property
Honcho, 10.9 km from Zaoonsen
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (308 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and it was very clean"
United States
logan
The price is S$54
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Yamagata Grand Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Zaoonsen

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Spa
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
250 reviews
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Room
YuiLocalZao
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
6 reviews
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Public bath
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
187 reviews
View
Hot springs
Zao International Hotel
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
76 reviews
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Hot springs
Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
172 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 Castle.

Futabacho

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

Nanukamachi

Nanukamachi might not have many top sights, but Yamagata Castle and Yamagin Kenmin Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jonanmachi

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

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 Castle and Yamagin Kenmin Hall.

Top Zaoonsen Hotel Reviews

Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan

8/10 Good
"Clean room, helphful staff, breakfast was excellent"
cecilia 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Omiya Ryokan

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, Omiya Ryokan is one of the top choices for your stay in Zaoonsen. This ryokan is a short 1-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 Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Zaoonsen area?
Expedia has 37 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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