Only a 5-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Hotel Hammond Takamiya offers public hot-spring baths. Guests can use free Wi-Fi in guest rooms and at the public areas.
Luh Putu Asti
Japan
The price, location ae affordable. Got additional discount for rental event the lift. Definitely stay again if come to Zao!!!
Offering ski-to-door access right across from Uwanodai Ski Area, Hotel Jurin features a hot spring bath, free Wi-Fi at the lobby and a restaurant.
Snook
United States of America
This was a very clean and comfortable hotel, right on the ski slopes. We sent our skiis to and from Narita airport via the affordable luggage delivery. Room was huge and clean, onsen was nice, staff was very helpful and friendly. Discount ski lift tickets are available at the front desk.
Located in Zaō Onsen, a 5-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, ロッヂ スガノ has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
fabien
Japan
Breakfast is ok. You can walk to the end of the road and reach the slopes
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.
rosemary
United States of America
Friendly staff, delicious dinner, room is spacious and we enjoyed the outdoor onsen outlooking cherry blossom trees during our stay.
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.
Haruka
United States of America
I would absolutely recommend this property to anyone! It is a little out of the way (1 hr bus ride from Yamagata station) but it’s well worth it. Two separate baths with two separate origin waters and a private bath you can book by the hour, and an outdoor bathtub in your room was really cool. It includes a very traditional dinner and breakfast using local specialties. Local sake selection for dinner/room service was also excellent. The staff was so polite and nice - they even carried our luggage to our room and picked us up at the bus station! Room was nice and big with seasonal nature sounds.
Just a 1-minute walk to Nakamori Ski Resort, Le Vert Zao offers both Japanese and Western-style rooms.Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas and free private parking is provided.
Qu
China
location is good, close to the chair lift and central cable.
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.
Mcmanawat
Thailand
very friendly staff.
many of them can explain in simple english.
Private onsen is very fantastic.
great room for family.
the hotel is a bit far from bus terminal but no problem because hotel provide free shuttle van from hotel to many ropeway and also shuttle van from Yamagata st. to hotel (round trip).
On average, 3-star hotels in Zaō Onsen cost $148 per night, and 4-star hotels in Zaō Onsen are $263 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Zaō Onsen can be found for $276 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.
Nice hotel, we were able to check-in a bit earlier than expected. The onsen baths were small (especially on women's side) but the water temperature was perfect (42°C, maybe? It was not written). We liked the shabu shabu for dinner, and the buffet breakfast was good as well. Very courteous staff.
Our room probably had the worst view (parking side), but at 19 000 yen/night for 2, with a bathroom and meals, it was incredible value for money :)
Also: it is only a short walk away from Zao Dai Rotenburo, don't miss it!
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.
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!
The staff at this ryokan are very kind, helpful and flexible. They were extremely accommodating and able to handle our late check-in, and a vegetarian/vegan diet to make a different but still delicious Japanese style breakfast. The room was large and comfortable, and there was also a small, clean onsen that was great after a long day on the slopes. Highly recommend due to the friendliness of the staff.
The room was spacious and we had a beautiful view over the snow covered forest.
The onsen at this hotel as well at their sister hotels were beautiful and offered outside bath.
The buffet breakfast was delicious and had a satisfying variety of food.
We rented snowboard wear and gear and it was great.
They also offer shuttle bus which is convenient.
Hotel is a 5 min walk from the main lift.
The hotel offers great onsen facilities. Public baths: 1 indoor pool and 2 outdoor pools as well as 3 private facilities. The rooms are spacious and the staff is extremely polite and helpful. They offer a free shuttle bus service to and from Yamagata station which has to be reserved 3 days in advance. Wonderful dinner which was included in our room rate and very good and copious breakfast.
The location is beautiful and the staff was incredibly kind, patient and accommodating. They were able to help us set up a private onsen experience, ensured we had everything we needed, and were very helpful. Limited English options for speaking but most things had English translations for guests who are new to Japanese or struggle with Kanji.
Love the ambiance. We loved our room. Normally we make our own futon in Ryokans but here in Meitoya, they make the bed for us. We were late for dinner but the staffs were really nice they even called to remind us. Love the onsen.
Great location, 5 minutes walking from the ski resort, 1 minute from public onsen, 2 minutes walking from the bus stop.
A lot of restaurants around.
The stuff are friendly.
The breakfast is really good, Japanese style.
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 location and bus access was extremely convenient and one of the primary reasons in choosing the place. The hotel also offers their own shuttle service to get you around faster if your in a pinch.
Spacious Japanese style room with great view.
Friendly staff and service;
Flexible check in process;
A lot of entertainment facilities, although I only used Onsen.
The location was very convenient and located less than five minutes from the bus terminal. The Ryokan was very comfy and the hosts were very hospitable.
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