Just a 1-minute walk from Uwanodai Ski Resort, Zao Plaza Hotel features free WiFi and ski storage. Zao Onsen Bus Terminal is an 8-minute walk away, and free pick-up shuttles are provided when called from the terminal. The hotel boasts indoor and open-air hot spring baths where guests can unwind. Drinks vending machines are available on site, and ski equipment can be requested for a fee. Fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding, each room at Plaza Hotel Zao has a TV and a fridge. An electric kettle with tea leaves is also provided. The hotel is a 30-minute drive from JR Yamagata Station. Zao Ropeway is a 4-minute drive away. Lake Okama can be reached within a 50-minute drive. On-site restaurant Wing offers Japanese dinner featuring seasonal dishes including Beef shabushabu hot pot. Japanese breakfast is also served at the restaurant.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Zao Onsen, this property has an excellent location score of 8.2

Breakfast info

Asian

Free private parking available on-site

Open-air bath, ​Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
5 futon beds
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Natsuyo
    Australia Australia
    location, breakfast, public hot spring bath, discount system with ski goods, 100yen massage chair.
  • Tokiko
    Japan Japan
    ・Good service ・Large communal bath is good ・Breakfast is delicious
  • N
    Japan Japan
    The staff was super nice, they provided us with all necessary transportation, they were super supportive, and the whole atmosphere was great. Also, the food was very delicious!! And we had a great view from our room :)

Property surroundings

Facilities of Zao Plaza Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
Wellness
  • Massage chair
  • Full body massage
  • Public Bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Hot spring bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Japanese

House rules

Zao Plaza Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 19:00

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 6 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

Visa UC NICOS JCB Cash Zao Plaza Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

To use the property's free shuttle, call upon arrival at Zao Onsen Bus Terminal. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that restaurants around the area are limited and may close early in the evening. Dining options may be difficult to find after 19:00.

Please inform Zao Plaza Hotel 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.

FAQs about Zao Plaza Hotel

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

  • Yes, Zao Plaza Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Zao Plaza Hotel include:

    • Family

  • Guests staying at Zao Plaza Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Asian

  • Check-in at Zao Plaza Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Zao Plaza Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Massage chair
    • Public Bath
    • Full body massage
    • Hot spring bath
    • Open-air bath

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