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Yuuyu No Sato Yusa, hotel in Yamagata

Yuuyu No Sato Yusa offers a sauna and free private parking, and is within 7.7 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort and 1.8 miles of Lina World.

Excellent. The staff is so nice. I love the hotel.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
74 reviews
Price from
$173.68
1 night, 2 adults
Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya, hotel in Yamagata

Boasting natural hot spring baths, Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya is located a 15-minute walk from JR Tendo Station, 31 mi from Sendai.

The staffs are very friendly, good service and helpful.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
224 reviews
Price from
$231.57
1 night, 2 adults
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso, hotel in Yamagata

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.

We loved the overall experience and the food was absolutely amazing! The staff were amazing and extremely accommodating!
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
172 reviews
Price from
$332.88
1 night, 2 adults
Takasagoya Ryokan, hotel in Yamagata

Takasagoya Ryokan features rooms in Zaō Onsen. The 3-star ryokan is a 2-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. The ryokan offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi.

The room size, staff service and food was spectacular. It was as competitive as the service I experienced in Kamikochi.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
269 reviews
Price from
$130.26
1 night, 2 adults
Oyado Morinone, hotel in Yamagata

11 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort in Kaminoyama, Oyado Morinone offers accommodations with access to a sauna, hot spring bath, and public bath.

Kind staff, very young but eager. It's a nice welness hotel option around Sendai and the rooms are lovely, however we got the hotel at a 40% discounted rate and would still say it's only worth max 25 000yen pP / night. Full price of almost 500 000 per person - no way it's worth it, and we've stayed at many hotels and ryokans across the country. The Western bed was very uncomfortable, you could even feel the springs, so we opted for double futons and had a good sleep. They did have a nice common area with a fire, and you could get alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from there which is great. They accommodated our dietary needs (no fish, meat, dairy) at breakfast and it was absolutely divine.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
28 reviews
Price from
$277.89
1 night, 2 adults
Arimakan, hotel in Yamagata

Located a 10-minute walk away from JR Kaminoyamaonsen Train Station, Arimakan features an outdoor hot spring bath with a view of the surrounding mountains.

Staff Private Onsen Dinner
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
77 reviews
Price from
$143.28
1 night, 2 adults
Meigetsuso, hotel in Yamagata

Built on a 10,000 square yard property, Meigetsuso is located a 10-minute drive from Kaminoyama Onsen Station.

Beautiful setting; the room had everything we needed; public areas for relaxing we’re comfortable and inviting. The staff and service was superb; the food was excellent.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
30 reviews
Price from
$557.22
1 night, 2 adults
蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里, hotel in Yamagata

A 5-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, 蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里 offers guests an indoor/outdoor hot spring and free Wi-Fi use throughout the property.

Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
8 reviews
Price from
$260.52
1 night, 2 adults
Hotel Koyo, hotel in Yamagata

11 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort in Kaminoyama, Hotel Koyo provides accommodations with access to a sauna, public bath, and open-air bath.

Amazing staff and just as equally amazing food! Such a fantastic experience. The staff went above and beyond, will definitely be coming back. Plus there is a custard pudding stand not 20ft from the premises, it’s to die for.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
103 reviews
Price from
$253.57
1 night, 2 adults
Hayamakan, hotel in Yamagata

Guests at Hayamakan can enjoy traditional multi-course meals and relax in the indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths.

Food was incredible! Staff was super nice and helpful. Helped us book taxis and services. The chat feature available on their mobile site was great
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
178 reviews
Price from
$224.33
1 night, 2 adults
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Experience culture authentically with a stay at these traditional Japanese-style accommodations. Sleep on the floor (on a futon roll) in a room furnished with tatami flooring and sliding doors. Guests can often expect access to a communal bath, plus a complimentary Japanese garment called a yukata.

Ryokans That Guests Love in Yamagata

  • Avg. price/night: $83.94
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 2,820 reviews
    - excellent location, situated right inside the train station which was close to the bus stop for ZAO Onsen - again with location, very close to a large shopping centre with konbini inside - room and bed were very comfortable with a nice view of the city
    Kevin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $84.21
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,490 reviews
    Excellent location, very close to the JR station and the bus terminal to Zao onsen. I came by bus from Sendai and I got off literally right across the street. Lots of convenience stores and food options around. Friendly and helpful staff despite the language barrier. Complimentary breakfast was wonderful.
    Ellen
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 54 reviews
    Great, old school Japanese place to stay, right next to the gondola - its about a 20meter walk to the gondola entrance! And you can ski down the hill, right to the door. The room was nice and big with traditional tatami and futons. Great staff - the owner speaks really good english and is really helpful - he has great suggestions for everything from Onsen to restaurants etc. They even helped me ship my snowboard with Kuroneko back to Narita.
    Stephan
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 82 reviews
    Location is just perfect. The hotel itself is kind of dormitory. The rooms are with tatami floors, but carpeted on top. Maybe it's dome during the skiing season. Although beds are foldable, they are really comfy.
    Nino
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 82 reviews
    The onsen they collaborated with, although 700m feels like a long walk during winter. The closeness to the slopes, like you legit wake up, strap your gear and just go outside. No shuttles needed unlike in other places.
    Pangwi
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 54 reviews
    Great place right on the ski slopes easy access to restaurants. Friendly owners very accommodation of leaving luggage before and after stay. Clean rooms. Onsen available
    Izsy
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $289.46
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 74 reviews
    The dinner exceeded expectations - about 9 courses that provided a good variety of Japanese cuisine, from fresh seafood to local beef varieties. The property itself also provided so many options to relax, including reading areas and on-site onsens.
    Alexandra
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $93.42
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,361 reviews
    Wide variety of options for breakfast, though best if you like a Japanese breakfast. Certainly did not go hungry, plus there is a big supermarket right behind the hotel. Very comfortable beds. Loved being able to leave luggage after checkout before going to Ginzan Onsen for the day. The location is very convenient to the JR station for trains plus also for catching the bus in the morning to Zao Onsen.
    Kerry
    Group
  • Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 82 reviews
    Good location. Friendly staff. Got discount voucher for onsen nearby.
    Kit
    Group
  • Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 82 reviews
    Best location directly next to the chairlift. Friendly owner. Cozy beds. Great atmosphere in Zao Onsen. Onsen Vouchers for other Ryokan Facilities were highly appreciated.
    MATTHIAS
    Young couple

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