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Our top choices for Zao Chuo Ropeway hotels

A tranquil indoor hot spring area with a wooden ceiling and a view of lush greenery outside.

1. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.6 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (191 reviews)
"Everything was amazing. The room was spacious and my wife and I were able to rest and recover after a long multi week trip through Japan and Korea. The only downside was that the laundry facilities were temporarily out of service during our stay. Other than that I highly recommend for a peaceful night to recover the body."
United States
Marquise
The price is NZ$300
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

2. YuiLocalZao

YuiLocalZao
2.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.5 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Excellent option for the region. Super clean and close to the lift. "
United States
Rodrigo
The price is NZ$200
28 Nov - 29 Nov
YuiLocalZao
A spacious interior with a wooden floor, large windows, and a view of a rocky garden.

3. Zao International Hotel

Zao International Hotel
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.3 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"Great hotel, excellent rolm, very relaxing and quiet. Wonderful onsen and delicious dinner."
United Kingdom
Massimo
The price is NZ$376
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Zao International Hotel
A stone-walled room with a wooden window and a stone bench.

4. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.3 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (254 reviews)
"Staff are nice, room is clean, onsen is awesome!! And location is great, right next to the bus terminal. "
Taiwan
Aileen
The price is NZ$275
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
Hot springs

5. Kinosato

Kinosato
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.5 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"The staff was amazing! So kind "
United States
Drew
The price is NZ$391
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Kinosato
A traditional wooden bathhouse with a stone hot spring, wooden beams, and a view of lush greenery.

6. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.5 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Absolutely brilliant stay! The staff couldn't have been more helpful, even took our luggage to the rooms and then came and got them on check-out and actually took us in a car to the bus stop which was lovely. The area is beautiful. The onsens were amazing I preferred the open air up onsen myself. The dinner and breakfast were great, you definitely won't go hungry there, keep up the good work."
United Kingdom
Brett
The price is NZ$659
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
A hot tub with a stone wall backdrop and a wooden floor.

7. Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.5 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (179 reviews)
"Lovely traditional hotel. Excellent breakfast and perfect location."
Canada
Linda
The price is NZ$253
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Omiya Ryokan
A restaurant with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape during sunset.

8. Takamiya Rurikura Resort

Takamiya Rurikura Resort
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.4 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (37 reviews)
"Clean room, spacious with outdoor tub!"
United States
Tracie
The price is NZ$238
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Takamiya Rurikura Resort
A wooden spa area with a pool, benches, and a wooden fence.

9. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Takamiya Hotel Hammond
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.6 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"The service was nice."
Hong Kong SAR China
Monoceros
The price is NZ$158
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
A sauna room with wooden walls and a large window.

10. Takamiya Hotel Jurin

Takamiya Hotel Jurin
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.7 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23 reviews)
"good location clean room"
United States
Wish
The price is NZ$264
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden bathhouse, a stone hot spring, and a forested backdrop.

11. Meitoya So

Meitoya So
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.4 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (83 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
Canada
Shirley
The price is NZ$186
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Meitoya So
A wooden sauna with a stone floor, wooden benches, and a stone wall.

12. Pension Snowfall Meteor

Pension Snowfall Meteor
2.0 star property
1.5 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"非常友善"
Taiwan
WEI-WEI
The price is NZ$337
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Pension Snowfall Meteor
A traditional Japanese onsen with a stone bath, wooden walls, and large windows.

13. KKR Zao Hakuginso

KKR Zao Hakuginso
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, < 0.1 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
The price is NZ$224
27 Nov - 28 Nov
KKR Zao Hakuginso
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a TV.

14. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
3.5 star property
Kasumicho, 11 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location - entry from the station concourse, and right next to shops and buses."
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$137
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
A Daiwa Roynet Hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

15. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
2.5 star property
10.8 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (418 reviews)
"Clean room with a nice massage chair; easy access parking at the hotel; friendly staffs; great location"
Canada
Melissa Shuk Han
The price is NZ$120
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
A tall hotel building with the name "Richmond Hotel" on the facade.

16. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
3.0 star property
Futabacho, 11.2 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (275 reviews)
"Overall, it was a very nice place to stay."
United States
MASAYO
The price is NZ$133
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
A long, narrow indoor pool with a view of a garden through large windows.

17. Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
3.0 star property
8.6 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (147 reviews)
"Service was very good, but breakfast was a bit stingy for Japanese standards"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$159
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
A hot spring bath with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape.

18. Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro
3.5 star property
16.6 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (35 reviews)
"Absolutely adore Kappa no Yado, and I still daydream of being in Togatta. 10/10 an absolutely beautiful experience. Every staff member was kind, helpful and thoughtful throughout our honeymoon. The grounds have a heartbeat, with hot spring water flowing through the town, bubbling forth rich life. The sounds of bear bells jingling in the street. The glow of modern Japan meets rural Japan in small notable ways."
United States
Estevan
The price is NZ$307
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro
A large indoor pool with a glass ceiling, offering a view of the mountains and a crescent moon.

19. Yuyunosato Yusa

Yuyunosato Yusa
3.0 star property
8.6 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.2 out of 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."
United States
Sam
The price is NZ$239
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Yuyunosato Yusa
A modern building with a glass facade, a landscaped garden with rocks and a water feature, and a brick wall with vertical lines.

20. Hayamakan

Hayamakan
4.0 star property
11.8 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"Excellent food, customer service, and overall experience."
United States
Licia
The price is NZ$331
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hayamakan
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Compare top hotels near Zao Chuo Ropeway

A tranquil indoor hot spring area with a wooden ceiling and a view of lush greenery outside.

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.6 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

YuiLocalZao

2.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.5 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
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A spacious interior with a wooden floor, large windows, and a view of a rocky garden.

Zao International Hotel

3.5 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.3 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
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A stone-walled room with a wooden window and a stone bench.

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

3.5 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.3 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
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Hot springs

Kinosato

3.0 star property
Zaoonsen, 0.5 km from Zao Chuo Ropeway
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9.4
Exceptional
191 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
8 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
79 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
254 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
12 reviews
The price is NZ$300
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The price is NZ$200
28 Nov - 29 Nov
The price is NZ$376
27 Nov - 28 Nov
The price is NZ$275
4 Dec - 5 Dec
The price is NZ$391
18 Nov - 19 Nov
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  • Yes, Spa
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  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
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  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Other attractions near Zao Chuo Ropeway

Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

8.8/10 (121 reviews)
Hit the slopes in Yamagata with a visit to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
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Top Zao Chuo Ropeway Hotel Reviews

A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden structures and a glass ceiling.
Wakamatsuya

Wakamatsuya

Wakamatsuya
Zaoonsen

10/10 Excellent

Great location for skiing, with good onsen and food. Very helpful staff, with some English spoken. There is a shuttle to the bus station, so call if you need a pickup.
Australia
P
Reviewed January 27, 2019
Wakamatsuya

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Zao Chuo Ropeway?

Zao Chuo Ropeway is located in Yamagata. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 40 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Zao Chuo Ropeway?

Adjacent to Zao Chuo Ropeway, Zao International Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this ryokan offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good choices within a short distance include Omiya Ryokan and Meitoya So.

How many hotels are there near Zao Chuo Ropeway?

Expedia has 40 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Zao Chuo Ropeway.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Zao Chuo Ropeway, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Zao Chuo Ropeway.

What can I see and do near Zao Chuo Ropeway?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Zao Bodaira Highlands and Zao Quasi-National Park. Head up the mountain to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort or Zaō Liza World to see the views or enjoy some snowy fun. Enjoy nature at Okama Crater, Shiginoya Chinuma or Dokko Numa (Dokko Pond).