Located within a 5-minute walk from Zao Ski Resort and Zao Onsen hot spring area, Lodge Scole is a pet friendly European-style lodge accommodation. Free WiFi access is available in the public area. In-room facilities like a TV and air conditioning are provided in all rooms. A desk is also included in the room. Bathroom and toilets are shared with other guests. Scole Lodge offers free luggage storage, tour reservations and kokeshi doll painting at a fee. The public bathing area features a large hot tub where guests can unwind. The property offers transportation service from/to Yamagata and Sendai Airport at a fee. The property is a 7-minute walk from Zao Onsen Bus Terminal, which is a 45-minute bus ride from JR Yamagata Station. Restaurant & Café Bar Woodpecker offers homemade international dishes, as well as variety of drinks.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Zao Onsen, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

Private parking available on-site

Public Bath


Availability

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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
10
High score for Zao Onsen
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  • Elizabeth
    Australia Australia
    The breakfast was good, we all had eggs cooked for eachbof and some toast which was nice. The lodge is set up really we to ski and board at Zao, you can just walk up the hill to the gondola, and the staff were very friendly
  • Siqi
    Singapore Singapore
    Good food and good view. Value for money and they have a cute dog! Near the ski area. Very friendly staff who can speak good English so no communication issues
  • Lang
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The location is good, there are many ramen restaurants and cafes around, and the food at the hotel's restaurant is also great. Clean and tidy. The staff service is very good, Can be said to be excellent service . Impeccable. There is also a very...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Lodge Scole Woodpecker
    • Cuisine
      Japanese • International • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic

Facilities of Lodge Scole
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Slippers
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Ski
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski school
    Additional charge
  • Ski storage
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.
    Services
    • Pet bowls
    • Pet basket
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Wellness
    • Public Bath
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules

    Lodge Scole takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 17:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Credit card will be used for guarantee purposes only.

    The property will send an e-mail with deposit payment instructions after the booking is made. Guests need to pay deposit via PayPal in accordance with the property's instructions.

    Guests checking in after 18:00 are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance.

    Guest needs to contact the property in advance if they wish to bring pets.

    There is 1 free parking space per room. Extra charges apply for additional cars.

    To use the property's airport shuttle, please make a reservation in advance. Prices will differ according to the destination. For further information, please contact the property.

    The property carries out events where guests can experience Japanese cultural traditions. Please contact the property directly for more details.

    When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of 1,500 yen per pet, per night applies.

    Please inform Lodge Scole in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    While this property offers long stays beyond one month, Booking.com is not offering a lease to a guest. Accordingly, all guests who will participate in this offering will not have any rights or interests as lessee for the offered property but should remain subject to applicable hotel stay/lodging terms and conditions.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    License number: 山保第2062

    FAQs about Lodge Scole

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Lodge Scole on this page.

    • The prices at Lodge Scole may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Lodge Scole is 550 yards from the centre of Zao Onsen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Lodge Scole has 1 restaurant:

      • Lodge Scole Woodpecker

    • Room options at Lodge Scole include:

      • Twin
      • Quadruple

    • Check-in at Lodge Scole is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Lodge Scole offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Happy hour
      • Horse riding
      • Public Bath
      • Pub crawls
      • Cooking class