Yamagata

Travel Guide

A mountain with autumn foliage and a traditional wooden building on top.
A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and a town with buildings on a hillside in the background.
A mountainous landscape with a temple on a rock, a valley with houses, and a river.
A cherry blossom tree in full bloom with traditional Japanese architecture in the background.
A town nestled in a valley with a river running through it, surrounded by lush green hills and mountains.

Where to stay in Yamagata

Find the best Yamagata areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Zaoonsen

While visiting Zaoonsen, you might make a stop by sights like Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway.

Kasumicho

While there might not be top attractions in Kasumicho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata City Local History Museum.

Futabacho

When in Futabacho, you can plan a visit to Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata City Local History Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Jonanmachi

Jonanmachi might not have many top sights, but Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata City Local History Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Nanukamachi

Though Nanukamachi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yamagata City Local History Museum and Yamagata Castle.
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

2.5 out of 5
2-9 Saiwa Yamagata Yamagata
The price is CA $97 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
CA $97
CA $107 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Stay at this hotel in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions S-PAL and Yamagata Museum of Science ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (399 reviews)
"Easy and affordable parking. Staff was very professional, informative, and patient. Terrific location. Wonderful breakfast"

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

3.5 out of 5
Kasumi-cho 1-Chome No. 1 Yamagata Yamagata-ken
The price is CA $85 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
CA $85
CA $104 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Stay at this hotel in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"酒店位置很好,就在山形站旁边。房间还可以,但比较小。停车场的位置和入口非常难找,我们绕了很大一圈才找到。另外,我把洗面奶落在酒店后曾与酒店沟通,但酒店不愿意帮忙寄出,也不愿意接受到付寄送,这点体验不好。"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2026

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel

Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel

3 out of 5
1-4-31 Nanokamachi Yamagata Yamagata
The price is CA $69 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
CA $69
CA $76 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Stay at this hotel in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Nanukamachi Palaca Weir and Bunshokan are ...
7.2/10 Good! (309 reviews)
"A cosy hotel room with a good breakfast option"

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi

Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi

2 out of 5
4-413 Yatsuyama, Togatta Onsen, Zao-machi Zao Miyagi
Stay at this vacation home in Zao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall and Zao Dairy Farm ...
Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi
Nature Cottage Akabeko

Nature Cottage Akabeko

3 out of 5
1092-38 Onogawahara Kitashiobara Fukushima
Stay at this cottage in Kitashiobara. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and slippers. Popular attractions Bandai 3D World and Goshikinuma Lake are located ...
Nature Cottage Akabeko
Tabinoteitaku wa

Tabinoteitaku wa

3 out of 5
4-146 Yumoto, Akiu-machi, Taihaku-ku Sendai-shi Miyagi
Stay at this vacation home in Sendai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and slippers. Popular attractions Sendai Kaleidoscope Museum and Rairaikyo Gorge are located ...
Tabinoteitaku wa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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