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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
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
199 reviews
Price fromUS$83.52per night
Zao Kokusai Hotel
Hotel in Zao Onsen
Only a 1-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Kokusai Hotel offers indoor/outdoor spacious hot-spring baths and Japanese-style rooms.
Ka Chun
Germany
The facilities are well kept. Love the old Japan hotel feeling with clean, comfortable and unpretentious decorations. A car stop at entrance plus a close by car park in addition to the bigger car park. Staff at check in is professional and at breakfast are great. At dinner, food was nicely presented and it is also a pleasant experience with some selection of sake. Sofa chair in the room we booked extra for was clean and nice! Thank you.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
304 reviews
Price fromUS$178.31per 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.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
93 reviews
Price fromUS$246.91per 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.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
17 reviews
Price fromUS$71.91per 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.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
110 reviews
Price fromUS$197.91per 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.
Samuele
Italy
Very good dinner, nice location and very convenient free shuttle from Yamagata station
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
262 reviews
Price fromUS$147.51per 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.
Rebecca
Australia
This was a great experience - the traditional room and bedding, the meals, and the service were all fantastic. Location is a bit tricky to get to if you don't have a car, but well worth the effort.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
559 reviews
Price fromUS$134.91per 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.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
85 reviews
Price fromUS$173.72per 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
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
255 reviews
Price fromUS$170.61per 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.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
154 reviews
Price fromUS$295.91per night
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What guests said about Zao Onsen:
- 8.0Scored 8.0
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 - 10Scored 10
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 - 10Scored 10
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 - 4.0Scored 4.0
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 - 8.0Scored 8.0
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 - 10Scored 10
Staying at the Christmas Rose Hotel was perfect for hot...
Staying at the Christmas Rose Hotel was perfect for hot springs ( onsen ) and also close to convenience store. The owners are very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Free rides to zao hp town and had coupons for the four main hot springs there. Tatami mat flooring and Japanese type hotel. Perfect for relaxing away from major city type hotels. Peaceful time memories. I have videos on youtube also about it. Highly recommended!! Zao Onsen is an amazing place.
Rockitfish RayUnited States
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- From US$101.82 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 80 reviewsHands down best breakfast buffet I've had at a hotel stay. The food was fresh and gourmet with plenty of varieties. The location of the lodge was right on the ski slopes, so it was a true ski in ski out experience. The staff here work around the clock to make the stay comfortable for their guests. They even picked us up on a ski cat on the first day after getting off the gondola to get there.
HikariUnited States - From US$176.40 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 304 reviewsThe hotel offers great onsen facilities. Public baths: 1 indoor pool and 2 outdoor pools as well as 3 private facilities. The rooms are spacious and the staff is extremely polite and helpful. They offer a free shuttle bus service to and from Yamagata station which has to be reserved 3 days in advance. Wonderful dinner which was included in our room rate and very good and copious breakfast.GerdGermany
- 8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 153 reviewsExcellent stay for 2 nigths in room with good view as it was snowing during our stay. Choice of 2 indooe baths, unfortunately the outdoor bath was closed on the winter. There is a free shuttle from the Bus Terminal to the hotel without which the walk is quite far in snowy condition. Bus sent is back to the terminal after check out.
Kok SengSingapore - From US$176.40 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 304 reviewsThe service was excellent. From front desk to dining to housekeeping. Everyone was very friendly and all smiles. The rooms were very clean, spacious and new. The private and foot bath were great. I especially loved that the hotel does not have many rooms so service is personal and the baths and dining areas were not crowdedSabrinaSingapore
- 7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 72 reviewsEasy access, located in centre of Zao, fun to walk around, nearby convenient store, awesome onsen (indoor and outdoor). Cute little town and somehow Halal food available. Great place to play snow with kids. Snow goods rental shop situated in front of the hotel gave my son to rent sleigh for free. Nice peoples.Khairunnisa BintiMalaysia
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very 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
- From US$112 per night9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 250 reviewsthe location is in the heart of Zao onsen. 5-10 mins walk to all three slopes. the host family is friendly and considerate. dinner and breakfast are delicious. very clean rooms. one of the public onsens is right across the street. I can’t ask for a better experience. will def stay here again!WeiJapan
- From US$193.90 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 255 reviewsThe beautiful view from your bedroom high ceiling windows, along corridors, lobby abs breakfast venue is fabulous. Outdoor sulfer onsen is really good, but you have to walk pass thru snow, (hotel provide you a snow coat,boots and umbrella for you to use). Dining and breakfast are variety.
jackvisaThailand - From US$245 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 93 reviewsThis was a very clean and comfortable hotel, right on the ski slopes. We sent our skiis to and from Narita airport via the affordable luggage delivery. Room was huge and clean, onsen was nice, staff was very helpful and friendly. Discount ski lift tickets are available at the front desk.SnookUnited States
- 7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 199 reviewsI mainly booked this hotel because it was the only one that had available rooms for the period we wanted. There's nothing particularly good about it but also nothing particularly bad. The best thing about it is the location close to the ski slope.
AndersTaiwan - From US$71.91 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 17 reviewsThe staff was welcoming and always willing to help despite they do not speak English, it seems to be more oriented to Japanese tourists but as a foreign, everithing went smoothly. I had 1 dinner in the restaurant and it was really tastyAlvarez VieyraMexico
- From US$114.54 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 175 reviewsThe house is clean and under good maintenance. It’s just opposite to the ski resort which is very convenient. The room is not big but good enough for 3 of us. The host is super helpful and thoughtful and I’m really appreciated it.Tiffany Pui YeeHong Kong
- From US$259 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 559 reviewsLove the ambiance. We loved our room. Normally we make our own futon in Ryokans but here in Meitoya, they make the bed for us. We were late for dinner but the staffs were really nice they even called to remind us. Love the onsen.
Joy MarieJapan - 7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 220 reviewsThe lodge is really near to the ski resort. Literally you can just walk to play ski or snowboard. Even though there is no bathroom in the property, but you can have free token to enter onsen near the property.
Izwan Muayyad MuhammadJapan - From US$190.91 per night9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 3 reviewsFabulous !!! The hotel is splendid the dining experience is amazing one of the best food I eat in Japan. The outside onsen with the snow fall when you are in the bath is just amazing and the staff so nice !!
PierreUnited Arab Emirates - 7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 220 reviewsThe staff and owners are very kind and helpful. We went during winter where there was heavy snow, and they offered pickup and drop off from bus station to hotel, to onsen, to restaurant and Zao ropeway.
katesuanJapan - From US$196 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 110 reviewsAmazing location and views. The gondola is just in front of the hotel. The pasen inside the hotel is also good.SolJapan
- From US$145.60 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 262 reviewsIt was a unique experience of cozy stay in this traditional onsen hotel. The dinner was excellent.KongHong Kong
- From US$259 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 559 reviewsI liked the hotel and staff the private onset and beds were cleanAngelaSingapore
- From US$193.90 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 255 reviewsOnly near ski resortleeMalaysia
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