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Top hotels and accommodation in Zao

Exterior
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (92)
"Very convenient location by train station. Large rooms. Very good Japanese breakfast."
The price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
Lobby sitting area
Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"Excellent service. Free shuttle to and from Tendo station. They also managed to keep and deliver our luggage to station after check out. There is a tax free shop and supermarket within walkable distance. Dinner and breakfast is good and fulfilling. Onsen is relaxing."
The price is NZ$337
includes taxes & fees
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya
Indoor pool
Chikusenso Onsen
4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"Very quiet and peaceful. Beautiful decor, great service, great food . Highly recommend."
The price is NZ$939
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Chikusenso Onsen
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Hot tub, hot springs/mineral springs
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (182)
"Friendly and helpful staff, great hospitality! Room is spacious (traditional Japanese futon style). Private onsen available for booking for free (per room per day), public onsen is also available at almost 24/7. Highly recommend to book at least 1 set of on-site dinner breakfast, local produces used."
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
Deluxe Room with Tatami area and Open Air Bath, City View | Bathroom
Takinoyu Hotel
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (110)
"Excellent service and a great overall experience. The room was everything you could wish for, spacious, clean and comfortable. The morning breakfast selection was delicious and they even have a spot for making onsen eggs!"
The price is NZ$303
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Takinoyu Hotel
Property grounds
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (41)
"The Onsen/hot mineral baths were terrific and well laid out. The staff was polite and welcoming. With more foreign tourism Japanese hotels need better prepared English speakers; the staff here had no one really fluent in English. This was especially bad in the restaurant. Also, unless you are an adventurous foodie, I don’t recommend getting half board. Too much food (courses) at dinner and very very traditional Japanese. Breakfast is also traditional Japanese. If this is not to your liking eat...
The price is NZ$398
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
Reception
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"Service was very good, but breakfast was a bit stingy for Japanese standards"
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (774)
"The South Tower was a recent add to the property and the lobby leading to the lift lobby had a display of Yamagata products which was very classy. "
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
Exterior
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (124)
"Loved my stay here! It is right by the bus and train station, so it is very convenient. The staff were really lovely and helpful. I had so many questions and they were able to help with all of them. I also loved that they had extra toiletries for women-- including face masks and hair ties! The breakfast was yummy and the coffee/tea availability throughout the day was great. I would absolutely stay here again. "
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
Public bath
Tendo Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (62)
"This is a great hotel! The Onsen is very good, very friendly and great time. If tou are planning to go to Ginzan Onsen, it's a great option "
The price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Tendo Hotel
Restaurant
Super Hotel Yamagata Sakuranbo Higashine Ekimae
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (113)
"The room is spacious, amenities are good, especially for the ladies, breakfast is good. Highly recommended!!"
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Super Hotel Yamagata Sakuranbo Higashine Ekimae
Hot springs
Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (62)
"Loved our room, the onsen was clean and relaxing. The food was great and the service was perfect."
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Omiya Ryokan
Public bath
Zao International Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (29)
"Great place to ski in and out. Awesome onsen! "
The price is NZ$506
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Zao International Hotel
Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking
Comfort Hotel Tendo
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (132)
"Great place to stay. Clean and very comfortable. Conveniently close to the train station. Only downside really is that you can hear everything in the hallway. "
The price is NZ$84
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Comfort Hotel Tendo
Golf
Lodge Christmas Rose ZAO
2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"Awesome owner couple who are ever so helpful. Ko San gives you a ride and picks you up to onsen, dinner, ski place etc. They also give you ticket access to Onsen nearby so you dont have to pay for entry fee."
Lodge Christmas Rose ZAO
Public bath
TAOYA Akiu
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (95)
"Overall the property is nice, but could use a re-fresh and some renovation. Everything appears to be a little dated in the common areas (couches, carpet, rugs, etc) The staff is incredibly friendly, polite and helpful and the best part of the stay."
The price is NZ$531
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
TAOYA Akiu
Exterior
Comfort Hotel Yamagata
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (168)
"Hotel next to Karaoke so a bit noisy from 12 midnight till 4am"
The price is NZ$84
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Comfort Hotel Yamagata
Outdoor pool
Oshu Akiu Onsen Rantei
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (68)
"This was a great escape from the city, they have an outdoor pool which isn't common in the area. "
Oshu Akiu Onsen Rantei
Property entrance
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (20)
"good location clean room"
The price is NZ$374
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station West
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (253)
"Excellent with good breakfast"
The price is NZ$97
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station West
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Zao hotels information

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Lowest Price
NZ$47
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NZ$531

Frequently asked questions

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Zao, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Zao.

What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Zao?

Based on reviews, Sansatei is a popular 3-star ryokan for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free WiFi and free parking. View all budget hotels in Zao.

What's the best hotel for a family trip to Zao?

Ryokan SANJIRO is a top 3.5-star ryokan on Expedia for families, and features a restaurant and free parking. Other choices for your child-friendly holiday include Sansatei and Active Resorts MIYAGI ZAO. Also, attractions such as Lina World and Yagiyama Zoo are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Zao.

What's the best accommodation for a couple visiting Zao?

Chikusenso Onsen is a favourite hotel for couples, and features a full-service spa and free WiFi. See all romantic hotels in Zao.

What's the best accommodation for an all-inclusive stay in Zao?

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa is a hotel featuring ski-in/ski-out access and a full-service spa, and a favourite with Expedia travellers. See more all-inclusive resorts in Zao.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Zao?

Onsensanso Daikon-no-hana is a popular 4-star ryokan featuring an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. View all hotels with pools in Zao.

What is staying in Zao like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Zao has to offer, including the mountain views, ski areas and museums. In Zao, there are 8 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Zao.

What should I see while I'm in Zao?

Natural beauty is on display at Togatta Onsen, Mt. Zao and Okama Crater. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Takimidai Lookout and Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Zao guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Zao?

The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 3°C. The rainiest months in Zao are September, August, July and October, with each month seeing an average of 203 mm of rainfall.

Recent Reviews in Zao
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Hotel Johzenji

Hotel Johzenji

5/5 Excellent
Good stay
"Good location by the train station, room had good amenities, staff were helpful "
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Johzenji
Posted 3 months ago
Hotel Johzenji
HOTEL LiVEMAX SENDAI AOBADORI

HOTEL LiVEMAX SENDAI AOBADORI

5/5 Excellent
"Nice and friendly staff, very clean and easy to find, good value for money, I would stay here again"
A verified traveller stayed at HOTEL LiVEMAX SENDAI AOBADORI
Posted 1 year ago
HOTEL LiVEMAX SENDAI AOBADORI