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Takasagoya Ryokan

Zaō Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, Takasagoya Ryokan features accommodation with access to a public bath. The 3-star ryokan is 200 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort. The ryokan offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. everything, their excellent hospitality, delicious food, affordable rate and the free onsen nearby is unbeatable. Definitely I’ll go back again

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9
Wonderful
291 reviews
Price from
$190
per night

Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya

Tendo Onsen, Tendo

The ryokan offers soothing natural hot spring bath in natural stone tubs and an open-air hot springs bath. A shared lounge features a tatami (woven-straw) floor and view of a Japanese garden. The ryokan also offers free use of bicycles. fantastic dinner and breakfast. friendly staff, nice onsen and front desk able to communicate in English.

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9.2
Wonderful
225 reviews
Price from
$176
per night

Tamonkan

Mount Haguro, Tsuruoka

Located just 24 km from Kamo Aquarium, Tamonkan features accommodation in Tsuruoka with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as private check-in and check-out. This ryokan provides free private parking, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a concierge service and a housekeeping service for guests. Traditional Japanese House, the food was very authentic and delicious

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9.2
Wonderful
219 reviews
Price from
$49
per night

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Zaō Onsen

Located within a 10-minute walking distance from the Zao Sky Cable aerial lift, Miyamaso Takamiya features 9 natural hot spring baths for guests to enjoy. The wooden structure of the property portrays a traditional Japanese-style accommodation. Free Wi-Fi is available at the lobby. An exceptional and authentic experience. The food was delicious, the staff was so welcoming and professional. This place heals your body and soul. 12/10!! We will be back for sure, recommended!!!

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9.1
Wonderful
191 reviews
Price from
$450
per night

Ikkyu -Seaside Hotel-

Yunohama Onsen, Tsuruoka

Located just 4 km from Kamo Aquarium, Ikkyu -Seaside Hotel- offers accommodation in Tsuruoka with access to an open-air bath, a shared lounge, as well as a lift. Each accommodation at the 3-star ryokan has sea views, and guests can enjoy access to a hot spring bath and a public bath. The ryokan also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Amazing location by the sea. We watched a perfect sunset from our dinner table and walked on a beautiful beach in the morning. The staff are very kind, helpful, and friendly. Dinner and breakfast were fantastic. Cold green tea is available outside the baths. A probiotic drink was offered in the morning.

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9
Wonderful
72 reviews
Price from
$120
per night

Oyado Morinone

Kaminoyama Onsen, Kaminoyama

Situated in Kaminoyama, 17 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Oyado Morinone offers accommodation with a sauna, a hot spring bath and a public bath. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony. The ryokan features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Everything was so excellent !!! Thank you so much!!!!!

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9.3
Wonderful
30 reviews
Price from
$375
per night

Yamagata The Takinami

Akayu Onsen, Nanyo

The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. At the ryokan, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. At the ryokan, the units include bed linen and towels.

The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. First and foremost: This is not a hotel for extended stay. This is an unforgettable experience for a day. You are expected to mostly stay at this traditional hotel and relax as much as possible. The rooms are spacious, and the beds are comfortable. Each room has its own outside onsen (hot spring bath). Tip: take a room on the first floor, those bathtubs are carved out of a solid block of stone. The water itself is very hot, but feels absolutely divine and did wonders for my skin. The meals are crazy good. The dinner menu was ~10 courses with locally sourced ingredients. The waiter, general manager and owner took turns explaining in intricate detail what each course meant, where it came from, and why they chose to present it to us. I'm pretty sure the owner also mentioned the cook had a Michelin star - which would explain the unconventional, but delicious creations. The breakfast was Japanese-style, and also very good. I'm not sure what else I should add - the intricate eye for detail and attention the staff gave us (I felt so bad seeing the small Japanese woman carry my heavy luggage to my room, but I wasn't allowed to carry it myself, haha); the free bar with the expensive alcohol at night; the modern interpretation of old history... Not to mention the other included amenities: a shuttle bus, an early tour, live soba making, sake tasting [...] It is pricey, but again: you are NOT paying for a simple hotel night, you are paying for an experience. Full recommendation.

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9.3
Wonderful
6 reviews

Tsukasaya Ryokan

Yutagawa Onsen, Tsuruoka

Set in Tsuruoka, 12 km from Kamo Aquarium, Tsukasaya Ryokan features accommodation with a hot spring bath. This 4-star ryokan offers full-day security and luggage storage space. The ryokan offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Of all the hotels and ryokans I stayed at during my two weeks traveling Japan, the night at Tsukasaya Ryokan was by far my favorite. Mrs. Shoji personally came out and greeted me at my taxi. From that moment onward, I felt as if I was receiving an experience personalized just for me. After showing me to my room, Mrs. Shoji informed me of several local attractions (parks, shrines, temples, etc.) that were lovely to visit prior to returning for dinner. Every moment of the stay felt thoughtfully crafted and authentic. The food was delicious, containing many dishes that I had never before experienced. The onsen, while small and enclosed, was at just the right temperature and left my skin feeling the best it has in years. The design of the structure was charming and authentic (as best that a foreigner like myself can judge). The staff were friendly and accommodating.

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9.4
Wonderful
20 reviews
Price from
$81
per night

Hagurokan

Mount Haguro, Tsuruoka

Providing a garden, Hagurokan is situated in the Mount Haguro district of Tsuruoka, 46 km from Shinjo Station. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 24 km from Kamo Aquarium.

The ryokan is equipped with a satellite flat-screen TV. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a shared bathroom. We had a lovely stay at Hagurokan. Excellent Japanese hospitality- we felt very welcomed and cared for. The ryokan itself is beautiful, and the traditional meals were so good. Every dish was delicious and thoughtfully prepared. The bed was very comfortable. Highly recommend!

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9.2
Wonderful
82 reviews
Price from
$49
per night

蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里

Zaō Onsen

Located within less than 1 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort in Zao Onsen, 蔵王温泉 岩清水料理の宿 季の里 offers accommodation with seating area. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a lift and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available and the ryokan also provides ski equipment hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.

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9
Wonderful
8 reviews

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