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.
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. The hotel has family rooms.
pasara
Thailand
Very friendly staff.
Very close to ski slope by walking 1min.
Only a 5-minute walk from the Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Omiya Ryokan features Japanese-style rooms, hot spring baths and massage treatments.
Talia
United Kingdom
This place was lovely! Staff don't speak a lot of english, but then i dont speak a lot of japanese, but together we managed to get any questions answered promptly! If you can swing the additional cost *definitely* do the half board experience. The food was phenomenal and the service was lovely! The onsen was lovely and hot, the minerals left my skin so smooth.
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.
Geoffrey
Hong Kong
Location is good as it is a walking distance to the ski lift. Staffs are nice. They have English speaking and Chinese speaking staffs that provide better service to foreign guests. The dinner and breakfast are good and well serve.
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.
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
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.
EntCrafter
Germany
Very nice, traditional experience!
We were very surprised with the diversity of the breakfast. If you want to experience a proper Japanese breakfast, here is one place where you can do that very well.
The onsen was very pleasant too, but you might need to get accustomed to the temperature.
All in all we had a very pleasant stay here and we can definitely recommend!
Thanks a lot :)
Only a 1-minute walk from the Zao Onsen Ski resort, Pension Puutaro offers Japanese-style rooms, a French course for dinner and free Wi-Fi.
Tien
Taiwan
The owners are super friendly and gentle, everything is clean and tidy.
The breakfast is awesome! We had a really pleasant time there!
Also the location is convenient, hope to come back soon :)
On average, 3-star hotels in Zao Onsen cost US$181 per night, and 4-star hotels in Zao Onsen are US$239 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Zao Onsen can on average be found for US$292 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Zao Onsen this weekend is US$171 or, for a 4-star hotel, US$264. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Zao Onsen for this weekend cost on average around US$189 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
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)
Camilla
Denmark
10
Scored 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.
Ed
Malaysia
10
Scored 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!
Tamsyn
Australia
4.0
Scored 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 Surja
Japan
8.0
Scored 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.
Gerd
Germany
10
Scored 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.
Talk about Ski in Ski out!!
I didn't actually realise when I booked, that this is completely on mountain accommodation. Absolutely outstanding.
Room was clean and comfortable, staff were absolutely great. Very helpful and accommodating.
Breakfast in the mornings had a great selection to fuel up for the slopes and I thought other meals were tasty and great value for money.
Catch the Ropeway and get picked up in a snowmobile.. how many places can you stay that do that!!
Amazing location, about 2 minutes walk maximum to the gondola. 4-5 minute walk to a lovely public onsen with an outdoor area. few minutes walk to restaurants in the area.
The host lady was phenomenal, so helpful, kind and friendly. She recommended to get a taxi from the stop before Yamagata as we traveled Friday night and there was no buses. Booked our taxi and it was very cheap.
Room was comfortable and we enjoyed the Kotatsu in the room. Hot bath area was fine :).
The hotel owners are very friendly and helpful. They will take you anytime you ask to go to the three Onsens - and have coupons for free admission! They have continental breakfast and free coffee and teas. Excellent location for shopping and near the Resort Lift to see Snow Monsters. They even let me stay in my room until my bus arrives which is super nice. the Hotel is an old style tatami mat floor room and have wifi. Mountain Views! Loved it!!
We loved our stay at Matsuo House. Taka, Oraphin and Yuuchan were amazing hosts. They were so welcoming and made us feel right at home. The rooms are traditiinL tatami rooms, futon beds. The lodge is right beside one of the public onsens and close to the chairlifts. Highlight of our ski trip to Japan. We will be back. Especially loved our morning greetings from 3 yo Yuuchan - "sleep well?" We sure did. Xx
Hands 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.
Great location! Near to Ropeway 3, convenience store, sake museum, and onsen. Plus points for the delicious barbecue restaurant in front of the hotel.
The hosts Oraphin and Taka were very warm and spoke great English too. They had a lot of stories to share and it was such a pleasure to stay in their company. Coffee and tea were provided in the common area. Clean and well-kept place!
very friendly staff.
many of them can explain in simple english.
Private onsen is very fantastic.
great room for family.
the hotel is a bit far from bus terminal but no problem because hotel provide free shuttle van from hotel to many ropeway and also shuttle van from Yamagata st. to hotel (round trip).
A nice ryokan with a nice onsen. Very hospitable staff. The free milk/coffee/pudding service at the lounge is a nice touch, especially the fresh milk is very creamy and delicious. They served the famous Zao beef for dinner which was delicious. The room is huge and comfortable with all the amenities
the 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!
Stayed 4 night during CNY holiday.
Location is great ski in ski out. It is up on the mountain but the boss drove me from the bus stop.
Free onsen ticket for 3 public onsen in the town. Room is warm and slept welll.
Boss is friendly and helpful, and speak good english!
Superb customer service. Thanks a lot for help us to get on the bus on time and get to the cable car. Appreciate.
The room is big and clean, with a fantastic room view.
There is onsen in the hotel for 24 hours.
Love it so much! Highly recommended!
The stuffs are very kind and help us a lot, even call other hotel for our transit, also help my friend to buy cigarettes 🚬 , just for help, room is bigger than the picture, also the public bath is good enough,very private and not so many people.
We arrived early and they were able to provide us with name checkin and left luggage. We were then able to Ski that day! Bonus! Very easy! Great half board with the Japanese set dinner for one night and and shabu shabu next.
Shu san and his family was so kind to me and nice they made me feel at home.
Also the ryokan location is winner,you have public onsen in front of the ryokan. If you like to feel the Japanese tradition then this is for you.
It was snowing so hard, and we went to Zao by bus. Instead of walking from the bus terminal to the hotel, they picked us up. Good customer service + complimentary snacks, fruits, drinks. Highly recommended!!
This is a lovely old Ryokan at the end of the onsen street. It's accessible by short walk to the ski resort and has its own onsen as well as having a traditional onsen just out side the front entrance.
Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful, rooms were great, very spacious with a nice outlook into the forest. Nearby public onsen is also very good. Breakfast was fantastic. Would stay here again.
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