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Top 10 Zao hotels and places to stay

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
Exterior
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"Very convenient location by train station. Large rooms. Very good Japanese breakfast."
The price is CA $80
CA $89 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya
Lobby sitting area
Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"Excellent service. Free shuttle to and from Tendo station. They also managed to keep and deliver our luggage to station after check out. There is a tax free shop and supermarket within walkable distance. Dinner and breakfast is good and fulfilling. Onsen is relaxing."
The price is CA $237
CA $292 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya
Chikusenso Onsen
Indoor pool
Chikusenso Onsen
4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"Very quiet and peaceful. Beautiful decor, great service, great food . Highly recommend."
The price is CA $665
CA $822 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
Chikusenso Onsen
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Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
Spa tub, hot springs
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (178)
"Friendly and helpful staff, great hospitality! Room is spacious (traditional Japanese futon style). Private onsen available for booking for free (per room per day), public onsen is also available at almost 24/7. Highly recommend to book at least 1 set of on-site dinner breakfast, local produces used."
The price is CA $167
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
Takinoyu Hotel
Deluxe Room with Tatami area and Open Air Bath, City View | Bathroom
Takinoyu Hotel
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (110)
"Excellent service and a great overall experience. The room was everything you could wish for, spacious, clean and comfortable. The morning breakfast selection was delicious and they even have a spot for making onsen eggs!"
The price is CA $219
CA $267 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Takinoyu Hotel
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
Property grounds
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (40)
"The Onsen/hot mineral baths were terrific and well laid out. The staff was polite and welcoming. With more foreign tourism Japanese hotels need better prepared English speakers; the staff here had no one really fluent in English. This was especially bad in the restaurant. Also, unless you are an adventurous foodie, I don’t recommend getting half board. Too much food (courses) at dinner and very very traditional Japanese. Breakfast is also traditional Japanese. If this is not to your liking eat...
The price is CA $281
CA $349 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
Reception
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (54)
"Service was very good, but breakfast was a bit stingy for Japanese standards"
The price is CA $106
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (762)
"Just a good, clean modern hotel right in the station. Very convenient. Very quiet. Good space for what we paid for. Would use this hotel again."
The price is CA $80
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
Exterior
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (124)
"Loved my stay here! It is right by the bus and train station, so it is very convenient. The staff were really lovely and helpful. I had so many questions and they were able to help with all of them. I also loved that they had extra toiletries for women-- including face masks and hair ties! The breakfast was yummy and the coffee/tea availability throughout the day was great. I would absolutely stay here again. "
The price is CA $84
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
May 8 - May 9
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
Tendo Hotel
Public bath
Tendo Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (62)
"This is a great hotel! The Onsen is very good, very friendly and great time. If tou are planning to go to Ginzan Onsen, it's a great option "
The price is CA $170
CA $210 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Tendo Hotel
Super Hotel Yamagata Sakuranbo Higashine Ekimae
Restaurant
Super Hotel Yamagata Sakuranbo Higashine Ekimae
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (106)
"Nice breakfast "
The price is CA $81
CA $89 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Super Hotel Yamagata Sakuranbo Higashine Ekimae
Omiya Ryokan
Hot springs
Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (61)
"Loved our room, the onsen was clean and relaxing. The food was great and the service was perfect."
The price is CA $162
CA $198 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Omiya Ryokan
Zao International Hotel
Public bath
Zao International Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (29)
"Great place to ski in and out. Awesome onsen! "
The price is CA $296
CA $365 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
Zao International Hotel
TAOYA Akiu
Public bath
TAOYA Akiu
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (93)
"Overall the property is nice, but could use a re-fresh and some renovation. Everything appears to be a little dated in the common areas (couches, carpet, rugs, etc) The staff is incredibly friendly, polite and helpful and the best part of the stay."
The price is CA $286
CA $317 total
includes taxes & fees
May 16 - May 17
TAOYA Akiu
Comfort Hotel Tendo
Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking
Comfort Hotel Tendo
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (130)
"Great place to stay. Clean and very comfortable. Conveniently close to the train station. Only downside really is that you can hear everything in the hallway. "
The price is CA $62
CA $69 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
Comfort Hotel Tendo
Lodge Christmas Rose ZAO
Golf
Lodge Christmas Rose ZAO
2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"Awesome owner couple who are ever so helpful. Ko San gives you a ride and picks you up to onsen, dinner, ski place etc. They also give you ticket access to Onsen nearby so you dont have to pay for entry fee."
Lodge Christmas Rose ZAO
Comfort Hotel Yamagata
Exterior
Comfort Hotel Yamagata
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (165)
"Hotel next to Karaoke so a bit noisy from 12 midnight till 4am"
The price is CA $61
CA $67 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
Comfort Hotel Yamagata
Oshu Akiu Onsen Rantei
Outdoor pool
Oshu Akiu Onsen Rantei
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (68)
"This was a great escape from the city, they have an outdoor pool which isn't common in the area. "
Oshu Akiu Onsen Rantei
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
Property entrance
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (20)
"good location clean room"
The price is CA $252
CA $311 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
Takamiya Hotel Jurin
Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station West
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station West
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (248)
"Excellent with good breakfast"
The price is CA $75
CA $82 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station West
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HOTEL LiVEMAX SENDAI AOBADORI

HOTEL LiVEMAX SENDAI AOBADORI

1-3-6 Omachi Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi
The price is CA $38 per night from May 6 to May 7
CA $38
CA $41 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
7.8/10 Good! (185 reviews)

Hotels near Popular Zao Attractions

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Zao Travel Info

Number of hotels
323
Highest price
CA $665
Lowest price
CA $34
Known attractions
Togatta Onsen, Sumikawa Snow Park and Takimidai Lookout
Hotels with skiing
11
Hotels with hot springs
5

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Zao?

Chikusenso Onsen is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Another favorite option for your visit based on reviews is Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Zao.

What's the top vacation rental that Zao has to offer?

Nonsmoking2 meals includedMain buildingJapanesestyle room 14 tatami mats / Tendo Yamagata: This vacation home near Zao has air-conditioning and WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge to make your meal-planning easier. See all vacation rentals in Zao.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Zao, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Zao.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Zao?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Zao, head over to our customer service page.

What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Zao?

Based on reviews, Sansatei is a popular 3-star ryokan for our travelers looking for an economical choice, and features free WiFi and free parking. View all budget hotels in Zao.

What's the best place to stay when traveling with kids to Zao?

Ryokan SANJIRO is a top 3.5-star ryokan on Expedia for families, and features a restaurant and free parking. Other good options for your family trip include Sansatei and Active Resorts MIYAGI ZAO. Attractions like Lina World and Yagiyama Zoo are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Zao.

What's the best accommodation for a couple going to Zao?

Chikusenso Onsen is a favorite hotel for couples, and features a full-service spa and free WiFi. See all romantic hotels in Zao.

What's the best accommodation for an all-inclusive stay in Zao?

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa is a hotel featuring ski-in/ski-out access and a full-service spa, and a favorite with Expedia travelers. See more all-inclusive resorts in Zao.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Zao?

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, affiliated with IGLTA, that features a full-service spa and ski slopes. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Zao.

What's the best place to stay near Mt. Zao?

Zao Liza Woody Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking. It's located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Mt. Zao. Other good options within 5 miles include Pension Ishii and Forest inn SANGORO.

What about the best place to stay close to Okama Crater?

One of the top choices for your stay is Forest inn SANGORO, located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Okama Crater, and this B&B offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Der Barte and Zao Liza Woody Lodge are two other good choices within a few miles.

What's the best luxury accommodation in Zao?

Chikusenso Onsen is a luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free valet parking, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travelers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in Zao.

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Sendai Kokusai Hotel

Sendai Kokusai Hotel

4/5 Good
"I was born and raised in Sendai. I stayed with this Hotel already 3times. All staff makes us very comfortable & welcome. Its pretty clean everywhere. And very convenient for shopping and walk to Sendai station. "
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Sendai Kokusai Hotel