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Our top choices for Obara Onsen hotels

A hotel with a modern facade, illuminated signage, and a well-maintained outdoor area with palm trees and a pathway.

1. Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao
3.0 star property
Shiroishi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (280 reviews)
"Great location and price!!"
Australia
Jin Myeon
The price is CA $69
CA $75 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao
A hotel room with tatami flooring, a bed with a view, a table, and a traditional sliding door.

2. Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Zao
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (505 reviews)
"We had no issues whatsoever. The rooms were clean and spacious. The hot springs were great. If you come by car, the location of the hotel is also good. Overall a very pleasant experience."
Japan
Dmitry
The price is CA $74
CA $89 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
A balcony with a view of mountains, a table with a bowl and saucer, and a cushioned chair.

3. Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro
3.5 star property
Zao
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 CA $221
CA $243 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro
A wooden hot spring bath area with a wooden roof structure and a bamboo fence.

4. Suzukiya Ryokan

Suzukiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
Shiroishi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"The staff were very polite even with the language barrier, they were very warm and welcoming. There were 2 onsens, and both were very relaxing"
Canada
Jimmy
The price is CA $133
CA $155 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Suzukiya Ryokan
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, a wooden table with a fire pit, and a deer head decoration.

5. Bardenya Soho

Bardenya Soho
3.0 star property
Zao
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4 reviews)
"お風呂も料理も素晴らしい 東館のツインベッドで、部屋施設に電子レンジ、冷蔵庫、ミニ電気コンロ、シンク、ユニットバス、トイレあり"
Japan
Kaya
The price is CA $111
CA $122 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Bardenya Soho
A modern indoor pool area with wooden benches and a view of trees and mountains.

6. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
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 CA $221
CA $246 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and chairs.

7. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
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 CA $194
CA $216 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden benches and a stone platform.

8. Kinosato

Kinosato
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"The staff was amazing! So kind "
United States
Drew
The price is CA $275
CA $306 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Kinosato
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior and sliding doors, surrounded by snow.

9. Meitoya So

Meitoya So
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (83 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
Canada
Shirley
The price is CA $153
CA $188 total
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Meitoya So
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

10. YuiLocalZao

YuiLocalZao
2.0 star property
Zaoonsen
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 CA $175
CA $193 total
Nov 14 - Nov 15
YuiLocalZao
A modern building with large glass doors, a wooden exterior, and a visible staircase.

11. GUESTHOUSE 66 - Hostel

GUESTHOUSE 66 - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kakuda
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (41 reviews)
"Staff was really accommodating of arrival time and breakfast time, everything was well prepared and clean, highly recommended."
United States
Diego
The price is CA $78
CA $86 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
GUESTHOUSE 66 - Hostel
A modern hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a view of a forested hillside.

12. Omiya Ryokan

Omiya Ryokan
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (178 reviews)
"Lovely traditional hotel. Excellent breakfast and perfect location."
Canada
Linda
The price is CA $159
CA $196 total
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Omiya Ryokan
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

13. Zao International Hotel

Zao International Hotel
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
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 CA $267
CA $297 total
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Zao International Hotel
A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, bamboo plants, and a small garden with a red bush.

14. Matsuriya Yuzaemon

Matsuriya Yuzaemon
3.0 star property
Fukushima
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (32 reviews)
"Staff is very kind"
United States
William
The price is CA $136
CA $153 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Matsuriya Yuzaemon
A wet indoor pool with large windows and wooden ceiling.

15. Hotel Tetora Resort Sendai Iwanuma

Hotel Tetora Resort Sendai Iwanuma
2.0 star property
Iwanuma
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (13 reviews)
"値段相応かと思います。"
Japan
takayuki
The price is CA $54
CA $59 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Hotel Tetora Resort Sendai Iwanuma
A person sitting by a wooden deck with a bamboo wall in the background.

16. Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu

Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu
3.5 star property
Taihaku Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (62 reviews)
"The room is spacious. The view is beautiful. The service and meals are excellent. It’s a nice place for relaxation."
Canada
Pao-Ping
The price is CA $432
CA $475 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Hammond.'

17. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Takamiya Hotel Hammond
3.0 star property
Zaoonsen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"The service was nice."
Hong Kong SAR China
Monoceros
The price is CA $93
CA $106 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, a tatami mat table, and a view of a forest through a large window.

18. Takamiya Rurikura Resort

Takamiya Rurikura Resort
3.5 star property
Zaoonsen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (37 reviews)
"Clean room, spacious with outdoor tub!"
United States
Tracie
The price is CA $175
CA $214 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Takamiya Rurikura Resort
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, stone steps, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

19. Chikusenso Onsen

Chikusenso Onsen
4.5 star property
Zao
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"It was a magical stay."
United States
Anderson
The price is CA $1,006
CA $1,122 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Chikusenso Onsen
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with chairs and ottomans, and a patterned wall.

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

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
3.0 star property
Yamagata
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (146 reviews)
"Service was very good, but breakfast was a bit stingy for Japanese standards"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $111
CA $123 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
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Compare top hotels in Obara Onsen

A hotel with a modern facade, illuminated signage, and a well-maintained outdoor area with palm trees and a pathway.

Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

3.0 star property
Shiroishi
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A hotel room with tatami flooring, a bed with a view, a table, and a traditional sliding door.

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
Zao
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A balcony with a view of mountains, a table with a bowl and saucer, and a cushioned chair.

Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

3.5 star property
Zao
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A wooden hot spring bath area with a wooden roof structure and a bamboo fence.

Suzukiya Ryokan

3.0 star property
Shiroishi
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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, a wooden table with a fire pit, and a deer head decoration.

Bardenya Soho

3.0 star property
Zao
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9.0
Wonderful
280 reviews
8.0
Very good
505 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
35 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
38 reviews
8.6
Excellent
4 reviews
The price is CA $69
CA $75 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The price is CA $74
CA $89 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The price is CA $221
CA $243 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
The price is CA $133
CA $155 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
The price is CA $111
CA $122 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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Top Obara Onsen Hotel Reviews

A hotel with a modern facade, illuminated signage, and a well-maintained outdoor area with palm trees and a pathway.
Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao
Shiroishi

10/10 Excellent

Breakfast was great. The room was clean and well renovated or maintained
Canada
Ayano
Reviewed June 10, 2026
Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best area to stay in Obara Onsen?

The best area to stay in Obara Onsen is directly within the Obara Onsen village itself, as this is where you'll find all the traditional ryokan and hot springs.

This small, tranquil village is located in the mountains along the Shiroishi River, offering a peaceful retreat. The main attractions are the numerous hot springs (onsen) and the serene natural surroundings. You'll find most establishments clustered together, making it easy to walk between them.

Couples looking for a relaxing getaway will find Obara Onsen ideal. The focus here is on unwinding, enjoying the therapeutic waters, and experiencing traditional Japanese hospitality in a quiet, rural setting. Many ryokan offer private onsen baths, superb for a romantic and secluded soak.

For those seeking a cultural experience, staying in Obara Onsen provides direct access to the local onsen culture and cuisine.

When is the best time to go to Obara Onsen?

The best times to visit Obara Onsen are during the spring (late April to early May) for the cherry blossoms or in autumn (late October to early November) for the vibrant autumn foliage.

In spring, the area around the Shiroishi River Embankment becomes a popular spot for viewing a spectacular display of cherry blossoms. The trees line the river, creating a beautiful pink tunnel that's superb for leisurely strolls and photography. It's a wonderful time for couples to enjoy the natural beauty and a relaxing atmosphere.

Autumn transforms the landscape with rich reds, oranges, and yellows, particularly around the surrounding mountains and valleys. This season offers pleasant weather for exploring the area's walking trails and enjoying the outdoor hot springs with a scenic backdrop.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Obara Onsen.

How much is the nightly rate at a Obara Onsen hotel?

Prices for hotels in Obara Onsen often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $53 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.