The Best Hotels Closest to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort in Yamagata for 2026

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

A modern kitchen with a wooden ceiling, a stone backsplash, and a wooden bar counter.

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

Zaoonsen, 1.2 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Rodrigo

₩138,605

₩152,465 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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

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

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

2. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Zaoonsen, 0.3 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Man Ho

₩363,823

₩445,373 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

A hot spring area with wooden flooring, a wooden deck, and a view of a lush forest.

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

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

3. Zao International Hotel

Zaoonsen, 1 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Massimo

₩207,891

₩254,115 total

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, a tiled floor, and ceiling lights.

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

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

4. Takamiya Rurikura Resort

Zaoonsen, 1.2 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Tracie

₩157,934

₩178,469 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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.

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

5. Kinosato

Zaoonsen, 1.2 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Drew

₩266,943

₩296,204 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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.

6. Meitoya So

Zaoonsen, 0.4 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Shirley

₩135,369

₩153,346 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden walls, a wooden bathtub, and a tiled floor.

A hotel entrance with a tiled walkway, a curved archway, and a dining area with tables and chairs visible through a glass wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table with chairs, a television, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

7. Le Vert Zao

Zaoonsen, 0.6 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Janet Ho

₩229,770

₩280,596 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A wooden sauna with a stone floor, wooden benches, and a stone wall.

A signpost with multiple directional signs in a snowy environment.

A cozy cabin-style room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, and a small table with a lamp.

A signpost with multiple directional signs pointing to various establishments, including a cafe, tea shop, and panda accessories store.

8. Pension Snowfall Meteor

2.2 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

WEI-WEI

₩127,427

₩140,170 total

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A hotel room with a single bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a telephone.

A table with various dishes, including seafood, vegetables, and rice, suggesting a meal setting.

9. Zao Onsen Largent Zao

Zaoonsen, 0.6 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

₩123,902

₩139,788 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

10. Zao Onsen Levert Zao

Zaoonsen, 0.6 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

₩220,294

₩247,930 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A wooden interior with a large open space, wooden pillars, and a window.

A room with a large window, two wooden chairs, and a small table.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A wooden deck with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a railing.

11. Matsukaneya Annex

Zaoonsen, 1.1 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

₩194,719

₩218,200 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden benches and a stone bath.

A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a red umbrella.

A large, multi-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a lake.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and tables, and a red umbrella.

12. Zao Onsen Kinosato

Zaoonsen, 1.2 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

₩247,814

₩277,009 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A room with a large window offering a view of a forested mountain range.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

A wooden house with multiple balconies and windows, surrounded by greenery.

A rustic wooden cabin with a garden in front, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

13. Pension Swiss

2.2 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

₩112,645

₩124,747 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A spa area with a wooden deck, a hot tub, and a view of a lush, rocky landscape through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, desk, and TV.

A hotel corridor with wooden flooring, sliding doors, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A large indoor pool with wooden flooring and large windows, surrounded by snow-covered rocks.

14. Zao Kokusai Hotel

Zaoonsen, 1 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

₩265,516

₩296,612 total

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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 hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

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

15. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

10.4 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Jennifer

₩85,064

₩93,570 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large glass door, a bed, a desk, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

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

16. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Kasumicho, 10.6 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Shona

₩87,082

₩105,374 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

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.

17. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Futabacho, 10.8 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

MASAYO

₩94,114

₩103,525 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern bathroom with multiple urinals, a large stone basin, and a fish tank with aquatic plants.

A modern restaurant interior with wooden bar counters, bar stools, and a patterned floor.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with chairs and ottomans, and a patterned wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

18. Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae

8.4 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Anonymous traveler

₩111,090

₩122,200 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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 wooden sauna with a view of mountains and a cityscape.

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

19. Yuyunosato Yusa

8.7 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Sam

₩188,229

₩209,619 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden bathhouse, a stone hot spring, and a bamboo fence.

A modern house with a large glass door, a dining area, and a well-lit interior.

A wooden hot tub with steam rising, surrounded by a wooden deck and a small wooden bench.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and shoji screens.

20. Shouhakutei Azumaso

20.8 km from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Wilson

₩234,343

₩262,097 total

Sep 16 - Sep 17

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Compare popular hotels close to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Property	Property class	Guest rating
YuiLocalZao	9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso	9.4 Exceptional 99 reviews	View
Zao International Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 74 reviews	View
Takamiya Rurikura Resort	9.0 Wonderful 34 reviews	View
Kinosato	9.2 Wonderful 10 reviews	View

Top Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort Hotel Reviews

Omiya Ryokan

10/10 Excellent

"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."

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

10/10 Excellent

"Simple. Easy. Convenient. Love the convenience of being right next to Yamagata station. Self check in and check out are convenient and easy to manage. Friendly and helpful staff. Always carry a big smile when answering my questions. Thank you for a pleasant stay."

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

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

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

10/10 Excellent

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

Tendo Onsen TAKINOYU

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed 1 night with halfboard & couldn't be happier. The property is very picturesque with a nice garden & waterfall. - Great dinner in private dining room with helpful staff - Buffet breakfast was good with a wide range of quality food - Large bedroom with good beddings & aircond - Nice bathroom with separate toilet This hotel is at the top of our return list."

Yamagata Grand Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very friendly and it was very clean"

Comfort Hotel Yamagata

10/10 Excellent

"Requested for rooms with "

Zao International Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"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 by your gondola tickets at the front desk at a discounted price. Location wise, you are literally near the slopes. The bus terminal is a 7 to 10 minute walk."

Other attractions near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Zao Sky Cable

8.8/10 (10 reviews)

You can take time to visit Zao Sky Cable during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.

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Zao Super Slider

8.6/10 (7 reviews)

You can take time to visit Zao Super Slider during your travels to Yamagata.

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Zao Chuo Ropeway

9.0/10 (86 reviews)

You can take time to visit Zao Chuo Ropeway during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

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Zao Sanroku Ropeway

9.0/10 (108 reviews)

You can take time to visit Zao Sanroku Ropeway during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.

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Dokko Numa

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Dokko Numa (Dokko Pond) during your travels in Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.

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Sato Museum of History and Culture

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Sato Museum of History and Culture during your travels in Yamagata. Discover the area's countryside and 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort?

Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort is located in Yamagata. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 37 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort?

Adjacent to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, Omiya Ryokan is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this ryokan offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Takamiya Hotel Hammond and Zao International Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Zao Bodaira Highlands and Zao Quasi-National Park. Surround yourself with nature at Okama Crater, Shiginoya Chinuma, and Dokko Numa (Dokko Pond). You might plan a visit to Zao Sanroku Ropeway or Zaō Liza World while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort hotels

1. YuiLocalZao

2. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

3. Zao International Hotel

4. Takamiya Rurikura Resort

5. Kinosato

6. Meitoya So

7. Le Vert Zao

8. Pension Snowfall Meteor

9. Zao Onsen Largent Zao

10. Zao Onsen Levert Zao

11. Matsukaneya Annex

12. Zao Onsen Kinosato

13. Pension Swiss

14. Zao Kokusai Hotel

15. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

16. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

17. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

18. Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae

19. Yuyunosato Yusa

20. Shouhakutei Azumaso

Compare popular hotels close to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Top Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort Hotel Reviews

Omiya Ryokan

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Tendo Onsen TAKINOYU

Yamagata Grand Hotel

Comfort Hotel Yamagata

Zao International Hotel

Other attractions near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Zao Sky Cable

Zao Super Slider

Zao Chuo Ropeway

Zao Sanroku Ropeway

Dokko Numa

Sato Museum of History and Culture

Zaō Liza World

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