Located in the Zao hot-spring area just a 5-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Yoshidaya Ryokan offers Japanese-style accommodations with mountain views.
Located in the Zao Onsen hot spring area, Hotel Lucent Takamiya is just a 2-minute walk away from Zao Chuo Ropeway's Onsen Station. The property offers hot spring baths and free Wi-Fi at public areas....
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.
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.
Located within a 10-minute walking distance from the Zao Sky Cable aerial elevator, Miyamaso Takamiya features 9 natural hot spring baths for guests to enjoy.
Located just an 8-minute walk from Zao-onsen Ski Resort, Mogamitakayu Zenshichinoyu Ohira features various natural hot spring baths and stunning seasonal views of surrounding Zao mountains.
Located in Zao Onsen, Matukaneya Annex offers 3-star accommodations with hot spring baths including a free-flowing natural hot spring bath. The property features a restaurant serving unique cuisine.
Takasagoya Ryokan is offering accommodations in Zaō Onsen. The 3-star ryokan is a 2-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. The ryokan offers both free Wifi and free private parking.
On average, 3-star hotels in Zaō Onsen cost $286 per night, and 4-star hotels in Zaō Onsen are $407 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Zaō Onsen can be found for $386 per night, on average (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.
A friend and I stayed there during one week-end. It was a very good experience. The room is quite large and very clean. The highlight of this stay was for sure the dinner. The food was delicious, made with high quality products and with a large selection of different dishes. The owners were very nice with us. If you want to have an experience in a traditionnal family owned ryokan, I highly recommend to stay there :)
It is exactly the kind of place that I hope will still exist in some years!
The hosts were so kind to give me a room that had a view of the ski slopes. I was so pleasantly surprised to see that! The Ryokan had a very traditional feel to it - reminds me of the old Japan we see in history books. There was an eclectic collection of equipment, kokeshi dolls and interesting photos that tell the history of Zao onsen and this ryokan. Breakfast was also really delicious - particularly the nasu. I felt so honoured to have stayed in such a place.
We love the meals, services, big rooms and the strategic location to Zao Sky Cable. It is quite a walk to Sanroku Ropeway but the hotel offers pick up and drop off service whenever you want, which is a total plus. Breakfast and Dinner are just marvelous. The facilities are quite old but it is clean and very traditional Japanese. The Onsen is the best in town and it's open 24 hrs....
Overall, we love it and definitely will go back.
This ryokan is absolutely lovely. The rooms are very spacious and clean. In addition to the usual amenities for an overnight stay the room included a tea pot and plenty of tea for our stay. The view from room was excellent.
The staff were incredibly accommodating and offers shuttle service to/from the Zao Onsen bus terminal.
The baths were lovely and there is a private one you can reserve with the staff at the front desk.
Yoshidaya Ryokan is a beautifully presented traditional ryokan. Its right in the middle of the old part of Zao Onsen surrounded by historic buildings.
This is a traditional Ryokan so be prepared to walk up stairs and use shared facilities.
The rooms are very warm and comfortable and the Ryokan facilities are well presented and clean.
The Hot Spring bath was wonderful!
I will be staying at Yoshidaya again!
A respectble ryokan that once even entertained the imperial family. If you want to know what traditional Japanese hospitality means, you must certainly go there. The whole place is infused with small of highly acidic mineral water where you are expected to bathe. Be careful - the onsen bath feels pretty hot but you are sure to survive and even enjoy it!
Excellent stay for 2 nigths in room with good view as it was snowing during our stay. Choice of 2 indooe baths, unfortunately the outdoor bath was closed on the winter. There is a free shuttle from the Bus Terminal to the hotel without which the walk is quite far in snowy condition. Bus sent is back to the terminal after check out.
A very Japanese culture, ski in and ski out lift close by, we had a view of the lift and skiers and night skiing a beautiful experience to see. Many restaurants great food and found down the road,the little dragon cafe made the best coffee.also a mention for the united cafe was the best food experience worth the walk.
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 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.
The house is clean and under good maintenance. It’s just opposite to the ski resort which is very convenient. The room is not big but good enough for 3 of us. The host is super helpful and thoughtful and I’m really appreciated it.
The lodge is really near to the ski resort. Literally you can just walk to play ski or snowboard. Even though there is no bathroom in the property, but you can have free token to enter onsen near the property.
The staff and owners are very kind and helpful. We went during winter where there was heavy snow, and they offered pickup and drop off from bus station to hotel, to onsen, to restaurant and Zao ropeway.
The accommodation is great and the host family is super nice! Great place to stay when skiing. They helped us out a lot and gave us lots of good advice that allowed us to enjoy Zao Onsen to the max.
Good location Ski in/out. They also have the ticket discount at front desk. Nice hot spring and the drink/wine are included in the dinner buffet. It’s good hotel for family trip.
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