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Our top choices for Yamagata Prefecture ryokans

A modern hotel room with large windows offering a view of a waterfall and lush greenery.

A waterfall in a covered area with a pool in the foreground.

A tranquil indoor waterfall with a wooden viewing platform and benches.

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of a waterfall and greenery.

1. Tendo Hotel

Tendo Hotel

3.5 star property

Tendo

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (117 reviews)

9.4/10

Exceptional

(117 reviews)

"Rooms were very clean and large! The staff were also very helpful and kind. Would definitely stay here again."

Tianna

The price is NZ$272

NZ$272

17 Nov - 18 Nov

Tendo Hotel

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

A room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

A corridor with a lamp, a plant, and a window.

A traditional Japanese-style interior with a stone pathway leading to a wooden structure.

2. Hayamakan

Hayamakan

4.0 star property

Kaminoyama

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(92 reviews)

"Excellent food, customer service, and overall experience."

Licia

The price is NZ$328

NZ$328

4 Dec - 5 Dec

Hayamakan

A courtyard with a modern building, a small pond, and a pathway.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, chairs, and a sliding door.

A traditional Japanese-style living room with tatami flooring, a low table, cushions, and a sofa.

3. Hotel Symphony

Hotel Symphony

3.0 star property

Sagae

8.0 out of 10, Very good, (139 reviews)

8.0/10

Very good

(139 reviews)

"Water too hot"

GARY

The price is NZ$165

NZ$165

8 Nov - 9 Nov

Hotel Symphony

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a view of a snowy landscape through large shoji screens.

A traditional Japanese building entrance with wooden pillars and a lit signboard.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and chairs.

A wooden cabin with a stone-tub hot spring, a wooden bench, and a view of a forested mountain.

4. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

3.5 star property

Zaoonsen

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (254 reviews)

9.4/10

Exceptional

(254 reviews)

"Staff are nice, room is clean, onsen is awesome!! And location is great, right next to the bus terminal. "

Aileen

The price is NZ$273

NZ$273

6 Dec - 7 Dec

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

A wooden deck with a small water feature, benches, and chairs.

A hot spring area with wooden flooring, a wooden deck, and a view of a lush forest.

A spacious interior with a wooden floor, large windows, and a view of a rocky garden.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

5. Zao International Hotel

Zao International Hotel

3.5 star property

Zaoonsen

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)

9.4/10

Exceptional

(79 reviews)

"Great hotel, excellent rolm, very relaxing and quiet. Wonderful onsen and delicious dinner."

Massimo

Zao International Hotel

A spacious indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding landscape and mountains.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A hot spring with a wooden bench and metal railings, surrounded by snow-covered rocks and a view of mountains.

A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and seating areas.

6. Hotel Koyo

Hotel Koyo

3.0 star property

Kaminoyama

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (207 reviews)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(207 reviews)

"Spotless rooms, absolutely amazing staff"

Brayden

The price is NZ$344

NZ$344

6 Dec - 7 Dec

Hotel Koyo

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A wooden deck with round stools and a railing overlooking a lush green landscape with trees and a body of water.

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with a view of greenery, a small seating area with a cushion, and a wall-mounted shelf with books and a vase.

A modern room with a large window offering a view of a forested hillside.

7. Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu

Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu

3.5 star property

Taihaku Ward

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (62 reviews)

9.2/10

Wonderful

(62 reviews)

"The room is spacious. The view is beautiful. The service and meals are excellent. It’s a nice place for relaxation."

Pao-Ping

The price is NZ$566

NZ$566

7 Dec - 8 Dec

Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu

A modern spa room with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a bed in the background.

A wooden sauna with a view of mountains and a cityscape.

A room with a table and two chairs facing a large window with a view of mountains and a crescent moon.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a seating area, and a large window.

8. Yuyunosato Yusa

Yuyunosato Yusa

3.0 star property

Yamagata

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (61 reviews)

9.2/10

Wonderful

(61 reviews)

"a great hotel with very comfortable bed and clean room, nice room, best in class service, thank you and a great stay."

Sam

The price is NZ$237

NZ$237

7 Dec - 8 Dec

Yuyunosato Yusa

A room with a large window, two wooden chairs, a small table, and a traditional Japanese floor mat.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a bowl, two chairs, and a view of autumn foliage through a shoji screen.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a view of a forested hillside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and two wooden chairs.

9. Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan

3.0 star property

Zaoonsen

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (178 reviews)

9.2/10

Wonderful

(178 reviews)

"Lovely traditional hotel. Excellent breakfast and perfect location."

Linda

The price is NZ$253

NZ$253

13 Nov - 14 Nov

Omiya Ryokan

A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden benches and a stone sculpture.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of mountains.

A room with large windows, wicker chairs, and a wooden floor.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a smaller annex with a sloped roof.

10. Yumoto Kissho

Yumoto Kissho

4.0 star property

Osaki

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (123 reviews)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(123 reviews)

"Great for onsen in remote area, still with all you need"

Thawatchart

The price is NZ$218

NZ$218

3 Dec - 4 Dec

Yumoto Kissho

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Top reviews in Yamagata Prefecture

A modern indoor pool area with wooden benches and a view of trees and mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of a snowy landscape.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a buffet counter with various food items.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zaoonsen

10/10 Excellent

My husband and I loved the onsen facility. We also liked the dinner and breakfast. Staffs are very friendly. The pick up and drop-off service was excellent. Thanks

Doreen

Reviewed November 29, 2024Reviewed November 29, 2024

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Zaoonsen

10/10 Excellent

Had an amazing 5 nights at Tsuruya. A very comfortable room with soft sleep mats, low table and chairs and 2 sitting chairs. We had full board and the meals were exceptional. Very fresh Japanese meals. We loved the outdoor onsen - it was a treat to sit in the hot mineral water while being snowed on. The best part of our stay was the friendly and helpful staff who went out of their way for us - either with hints of where to ski, how to eat meals or general interest in our day. Given we have...

Caroline

Reviewed February 12, 2025Reviewed February 12, 2025

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and shoji screens.

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden building, large rocks, and a koi pond.

A wooden hot tub with steam rising, surrounded by a wooden deck and a small wooden bench.

A modern house with a large glass door, a dining area, and a well-lit interior.

Shouhakutei Azumaso

Tendo

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful ryokan in Tendo. Great hospitality & services . Would stay here again

Wilson

Reviewed June 9, 2026Reviewed June 9, 2026

Shouhakutei Azumaso

A modern indoor pool area with a view of the sky, wooden paneling, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A modern interior with a large window, wooden flooring, and a bar area.

A corridor with traditional wooden architecture, a koi pond, and lanterns.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a glass partition, and a view of the city.

Tendo Onsen TAKINOYU

Tendo

10/10 Excellent

We stayed 1 night with halfboard & couldn't be happier. The property is very picturesque with a nice garden & waterfall. - Great dinner in private dining room with helpful staff - Buffet breakfast was good with a wide range of quality food - Large bedroom with good beddings & aircond - Nice bathroom with separate toilet This hotel is at the top of our return list.

Thanh

Reviewed May 21, 2026Reviewed May 21, 2026

Tendo Onsen TAKINOYU

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a chair, a shoji screen, and a framed calligraphy piece on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a window with blinds.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a seating area, and a glass partition.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a cup, and a chair.

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Zaoonsen

10/10 Excellent

A well maintained beautiful classic traditional Japanese ryokan, the service is on the top notch. Everything is perfectly presented. We had a great time staying at the ryokan.

Laura

Reviewed September 29, 2025Reviewed September 29, 2025

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Omiya Ryokan

Zaoonsen

10/10 Excellent

Traditional Japanese ryokan…highly recommended for those wanting an authentic experience.

Samuel

Reviewed December 31, 2024Reviewed December 31, 2024

Omiya Ryokan

Hayamakan

Kaminoyama

10/10 Excellent

Friendly staff

Huijiao

Reviewed January 15, 2026Reviewed January 15, 2026

Hayamakan

Hotel Koyo

Kaminoyama

10/10 Excellent

A very professionally run Onsen Hotel. Staff are very professional and accommodating. Rooms are spacious and clean. Onsen well maintained and hot.

Michael

Reviewed November 17, 2025Reviewed November 17, 2025

Hotel Koyo

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, chairs, and a sofa.

A room with large windows, wooden chairs, and tables, offering a view of lush greenery outside.

A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden deck and stone pathway leading to a hot spring.

An indoor swimming pool with a curved design, tiled walls, and a wooden ceiling.

Yumeminoyado Kansyokan

Mogami

10/10 Excellent

Great experience overall.

James

Reviewed December 29, 2025Reviewed December 29, 2025

Yumeminoyado Kansyokan

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Ryokans in Yamagata Prefecture

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Our top choices for Yamagata Prefecture ryokans

1. Tendo Hotel

2. Hayamakan

3. Hotel Symphony

4. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

5. Zao International Hotel

6. Hotel Koyo

7. Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu

8. Yuyunosato Yusa

9. Omiya Ryokan

10. Yumoto Kissho

Top reviews in Yamagata Prefecture

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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