The Best Hotels Closest to Mt. Zao in Zao for 2026

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

A modern interior with large windows, wooden tables, and hanging pendant lights.

A multi-story building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a balcony and multiple windows.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a countertop, and a built-in microwave.

1. YuiLocalZao

8.4 km from Mt. Zao

Rodrigo

₩139,742

₩153,716 total

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A hot tub with a stone wall backdrop and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and chairs.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and two wooden chairs.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a view of a forested hillside.

2. Omiya Ryokan

8.9 km from Mt. Zao

Sara

₩159,636

₩195,742 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A tranquil indoor hot spring area with a wooden ceiling and a view of lush greenery outside.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a buffet counter with various food items.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a wooden ceiling.

3. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

8.5 km from Mt. Zao

₩207,026

₩230,317 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a TV.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, seating area, and a curved staircase.

A hallway with a tiled floor, a dark wall with a framed picture, and a wooden partition with vertical slats.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved seating area, a bar, and a chandelier.

4. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

19.6 km from Mt. Zao

Jared

₩87,796

₩106,239 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A tall hotel building with the name "Richmond Hotel" on the facade.

A buffet setup with various dishes and a sign indicating a special offer.

A multi-level shopping mall with glass railings and escalators.

A modern reception desk with a counter, two chairs, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

5. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

19.8 km from Mt. Zao

MASAYO

₩94,887

₩104,376 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A wooden spa area with a pool, benches, and a wooden fence.

A spa pool with wooden walls and a wooden deck.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a built-in bench, and a window with shoji screens.

A room with leather seating, a wooden table, and large windows with a view of greenery.

6. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

9.2 km from Mt. Zao

David

₩83,821

₩96,580 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern building with a glass facade, a landscaped garden with rocks and a water feature, and a brick wall with vertical lines.

A corridor with a lamp, a plant, and a window.

A room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

A modern hotel room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a bed, a small seating area, and a bathroom visible through the glass.

7. Hayamakan

18.2 km from Mt. Zao

Licia

₩190,636

₩214,876 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious interior with a wooden floor, large windows, and a view of a rocky garden.

A room with two chairs and a table, large windows with a view of a snowy landscape.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central buffet area, large windows offering a view of the forest, and a modern chandelier.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

8. Zao International Hotel

8.4 km from Mt. Zao

Massimo

₩247,345

₩274,661 total

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A traditional wooden bathhouse with a stone hot spring, wooden beams, and a view of lush greenery.

A traditional Japanese building with multiple floors, a stone wall, and a small garden area with steps leading up to the entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a window with blinds.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a seating area, and a glass partition.

9. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

8.9 km from Mt. Zao

Man Ho

₩416,405

₩509,025 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A Daiwa Roynet Hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

A modern lobby with a central wooden reception desk, large windows, and contemporary seating.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a sign for Dalwa Roynet Hotel, and a person walking towards the desk.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows.

10. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

19.4 km from Mt. Zao

Jennifer

₩87,852

₩96,637 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A large indoor pool with a glass ceiling, offering a view of the mountains and a crescent moon.

A modern spa room with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a bed in the background.

A room with a table and two chairs facing a large window with a view of mountains and a crescent moon.

A wooden sauna with a view of mountains and a cityscape.

11. Yuyunosato Yusa

16.8 km from Mt. Zao

Sam

₩201,480

₩224,210 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden bathhouse, a stone hot spring, and a forested backdrop.

A hot spring surrounded by autumn foliage.

A hot spring bath with a view of a snowy landscape through large windows.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior and sliding doors, surrounded by snow.

12. Meitoya So

8.7 km from Mt. Zao

Shirley

₩158,893

₩179,552 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern indoor hot tub with a view of mountains and a cityscape.

A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and seating areas.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A hot spring with a wooden bench and metal railings, surrounded by snow-covered rocks and a view of mountains.

13. Hotel Koyo

18.3 km from Mt. Zao

Brayden

₩234,887

₩263,541 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, stone steps, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

A hallway with a central light fixture, a sofa with cushions, and a small table with a vase.

A room with a glass table, a chair, a small table with a teapot and cup, and a view of greenery through a sliding door.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a sofa, and a tea set.

14. Chikusenso Onsen

8.5 km from Mt. Zao

Alexander

₩777,121

₩868,345 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A restaurant with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape during sunset.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, a tatami mat table, and a view of a forest through a large window.

A terrace with round tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of a sunset over a mountainous landscape.

A modern building with a unique angular design, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and trees.

15. Takamiya Rurikura Resort

8.5 km from Mt. Zao

Tracie

₩169,026

₩207,104 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden interiors, a stone hot spring, and a view of a garden with rocks and a pagoda.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with tea set, sliding doors, and a view of greenery outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view of a forested area through large windows.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance and a sign in Japanese.

16. Bekkan Fujiya Ryokan

18.2 km from Mt. Zao

Sandar

₩120,765

₩138,018 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A stone hot spring area with a view of a cityscape and mountains in the background.

A spacious indoor area with large windows offering views of a cityscape and mountains at dusk.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a sofa.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a lamp, and a view of trees and mountains through large windows.

17. Kaminoyama Azumaya

17.6 km from Mt. Zao

Jasmine

₩148,681

₩168,714 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wooden deck, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A fire pit surrounded by lounge chairs, a covered patio area, and string lights.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and a view of the outdoors.

A spa area with a pool, multiple showerheads, and a view of a forest through the windows.

18. Oyado Morinone - Adults Only

18.2 km from Mt. Zao

Tomomi

₩215,169

₩241,862 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A traditional Japanese torii gate with a snow-covered pathway leading up to it.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a futon bed.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a seating area with chairs and a small table, and large windows offering a view of the city.

19. Kinosato

8.7 km from Mt. Zao

Drew

₩269,134

₩298,635 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hot spring bath with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and sliding doors with a view of a mountainous landscape.

A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by dense forest.

A hot spring bath area with a view of mountains and a clear sky.

20. Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

10.1 km from Mt. Zao

"Absolutely adore Kappa no Yado, and I still daydream of being in Togatta. 10/10 an absolutely beautiful experience. Every staff member was kind, helpful and thoughtful throughout our honeymoon. The grounds have a heartbeat, with hot spring water flowing through the town, bubbling forth rich life. The sounds of bear bells jingling in the street. The glow of modern Japan meets rural Japan in small notable ways."

Estevan

₩213,701

₩244,411 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Mt. Zao

Property	Property class	Guest rating
YuiLocalZao	9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Omiya Ryokan	9.2 Wonderful 172 reviews	View
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 187 reviews	View
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae	9.4 Exceptional 267 reviews	View

Top Mt. Zao Hotel Reviews

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

8/10 Good

"酒店位置很好，就在山形站旁边。房间还可以，但比较小。停车场的位置和入口非常难找，我们绕了很大一圈才找到。另外，我把洗面奶落在酒店后曾与酒店沟通，但酒店不愿意帮忙寄出，也不愿意接受到付寄送，这点体验不好。"

Kaminoyama Azumaya

8/10 Good

"The room was just like any business hotel room. It was clean but definitely dated in some places. Breakfast buffet was great. Free refreshments. Onsen was great. I added breakfast by paying extra when i made this reservation, but at the check in, I was told that it's not included. In the end all was fine."

Omiya Ryokan

8/10 Good

"Clean room, helphful staff, breakfast was excellent"

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"excellent place. multiple numbers of onsens. food was incredible."

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"So lovely. Breakfast was about 3,000 each and dinner was 5,000 each"

Meitoya So

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel!"

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

10/10 Excellent

"Easy and affordable parking. Staff was very professional, informative, and patient. Terrific location. Wonderful breakfast"

Hayamakan

10/10 Excellent

"Staying here was a great experience. Relaxing in our private onsen while looking out at the mountain and city was stunning. Our other favorite part was the dinner - our server was so amazing with us and compliments to the chef for preparing the delicious food. As foreigners, it was our first time trying some of these foods, and we enjoyed most of it. Thank you!"

Bekkan Fujiya Ryokan

10/10 Excellent

"We were very grateful for the cleanliness of the room! We had a room with a private bathroom, and both the sleeping area and the bathroom was very clean. Futon beds were comfortable and warm. Extremely friendly staff, kind and genuinely helpful. We loved our relaxing stay. Thank you so much to the staff!"

Other attractions near Mt. Zao

Sumikawa Snow Park

8.0/10 (13 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Zao with a visit to Sumikawa Snow Park. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

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Mt. Katsutadake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Katsutadake during your travels in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

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Okama Crater

8.8/10 (20 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Okama Crater during your travels in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.

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Mt. Fubosan

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Fubosan during your travels in Shichikashuku. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Zaō Liza World

Hit the slopes at Zaō Liza World during your trip to Kaminoyama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Takimidai Lookout

4.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Zao when you take a trip to Takimidai Lookout. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

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Zao Bodaira Highlands

Explore the great outdoors at Zao Bodaira Highlands, a lovely green space in Kaminoyama. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mt. Zao?

Mt. Zao is located in Zao. You'll find 7 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Mt. Zao?

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. You'll find it 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Mt. Zao. Other good choices in the area include Zao International Hotel and Omiya Ryokan.

How many hotels will I find near Mt. Zao?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Mt. Zao.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mt. Zao, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Mt. Zao.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Mt. Zao?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Mt. Zao, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Mt. Zao?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Zao Bodaira Highlands and Zao Quasi-National Park. Head up the mountain to Sumikawa Snow Park or Zaō Liza World to see the views or enjoy some snowy fun. You can enjoy nature at Okama Crater, Mt. Katsutadake, or Mt. Fubosan.

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Our top choices for Mt. Zao hotels

1. YuiLocalZao

2. Omiya Ryokan

3. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

4. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

5. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

6. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

7. Hayamakan

8. Zao International Hotel

9. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

10. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

11. Yuyunosato Yusa

12. Meitoya So

13. Hotel Koyo

14. Chikusenso Onsen

15. Takamiya Rurikura Resort

16. Bekkan Fujiya Ryokan

17. Kaminoyama Azumaya

18. Oyado Morinone - Adults Only

19. Kinosato

20. Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

Compare popular hotels close to Mt. Zao

Top Mt. Zao Hotel Reviews

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Kaminoyama Azumaya

Omiya Ryokan

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Meitoya So

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Hayamakan

Bekkan Fujiya Ryokan

Other attractions near Mt. Zao

Sumikawa Snow Park

Mt. Katsutadake

Okama Crater

Mt. Fubosan

Zaō Liza World

Takimidai Lookout

Zao Bodaira Highlands

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