Zaoonsen

Yamagata

A snow-covered landscape with a river and trees.
A snowy landscape with a clear path and snow-covered trees.
A snow-covered ski slope with a ski lift, buildings, and mountains in the background.
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A snow-covered road flanked by trees.
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A snow-covered ski slope with a town in the valley below.
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Stay near popular Zaoonsen attractions

Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

8.8/10 (121 reviews)
Hit the slopes in Yamagata with a visit to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
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Zaoonsen Hotel Deals

Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan

3 out of 5
46 Zao Onsen Yamagata Yamagata
The price is ₩145,706 per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
₩145,706
₩178,976 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Book a stay at this spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (167 reviews)
"I booked the Ryokan on a room only basis, when I arrived, I tried to add dinner and breakfast. The staff member I spoke to said that it was impossible to add dinner and breakfast to my booking. I cannot understand why a hotel would refuse to add food to their tariff. Otherwise, the hotel was very ..."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Omiya Ryokan
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

3 out of 5
1272, Zao-Onsen Yamagata Yamagata
Fully refundable
The price is ₩228,456 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
₩228,456
₩253,979 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Book a stay at this spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sanroku ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (183 reviews)
"Absolutely incredible! The staff was very friendly and the onsens were relaxing. We didn't realize there was a shiatsu massage chair in the room. That was a definite bonus. We went for the junior suite, which was a bit of a splurge, but worth every penny. I would definitely recommend the ..."

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
Zao International Hotel

Zao International Hotel

3.5 out of 5
933 Zao Onsen Yamagata Yamagata
The price is ₩242,843 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
₩242,843
₩296,510 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Stay at this ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sanroku Ropeway ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
"Clean room, amenities, massage chair, suite-like room, futuristic Toyo toilet, TV in each room, two beds, spacious bathroom, the whole package. I stayed for three nights in the Luxury suite. It was worth it. They have three restaurants in the hotel. The Zao Ropeway is 5 to 10 minutes away. You can ..."

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Zao International Hotel
Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Takamiya Hotel Hammond

3 out of 5
Zao Onsen Uenodai 94-1 Yamagata Yamagata
The price is ₩101,992 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
₩101,992
₩126,081 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Stay at this hotel in Yamagata. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on site, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sky Cable ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (80 reviews)
"Lovely room"

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Takamiya Hotel Hammond
YuiLocalZao

YuiLocalZao

2 out of 5
219-1 Zaoonsen Yamagata Yamagata
The price is ₩144,248 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
₩144,248
₩158,673 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Stay at this hotel in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sanroku Ropeway ...
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Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

3.5 out of 5
Zao-onsen 710 Yamagata
The price is ₩195,893 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
₩195,893
₩218,153 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Book a stay at this spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
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Where to stay in Zaoonsen

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

Kasumicho

While there might not be top attractions in Kasumicho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata City Local History Museum.

Futabacho

When in Futabacho, you can plan a visit to Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata City Local History Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Nanukamachi

Though Nanukamachi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yamagata Castle and Kajo Park.

Honcho

While Honcho might 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

Jonanmachi 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.

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