Zaoonsen Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Momiji Park
Explore the great outdoors at Momiji Park, a lovely green space in Yamagata. Discover the area's countryside and temples.
Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
4/5(1 review)
Hit the slopes in Yamagata with a visit to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Zao Sanroku Ropeway
You can take time to visit Zao Sanroku Ropeway during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.
Zao Chuo Ropeway
4/5(1 review)
You can take time to visit Zao Chuo Ropeway during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Zao Super Slider
You can take time to visit Zao Super Slider during your travels to Yamagata.
Zao Sky Cable
You can take time to visit Zao Sky Cable during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.
Our pick of the best Zaoonsen Hotel Deals
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
1272, Zao-Onsen, Yamagata, Yamagata
The price is AU$272 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$272
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 3-star spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (115 reviews)
"Everything at this place was absolutely wonderful. The location was right beside the ski hill. The dinners and breakfast were incredible. The staff was very kind, the rooms were immaculate, and the choice of two Onsens - one outside and one inside was wonderful. Very quiet town - wonderfully relaxing ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jan. 2025
Omiya Ryokan
46 Zao Onsen, Yamagata, Yamagata
The price is AU$212 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$212
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 3-star spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (95 reviews)
"The staff members were friendly and helpful. The hotspring was a bit small."
Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025
Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte
808-5 Zaoonsen, Yamagata, Yamagata
Stay at this 3-star inn in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sky ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"We appreciated the friendliness and help from the staff. The area is beautiful any season of the year. We highly recommend Der Barte."
Reviewed on 26 Aug. 2024
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
Zao-onsen 710, Yamagata
The price is AU$236 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
AU$236
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (214 reviews)
A great place to stay
"Had an amazing 5 nights at Tsuruya. A very comfortable room with soft sleep mats, low table and chairs and 2 sitting chairs. We had full board and the meals were exceptional. Very fresh Japanese meals. We loved the outdoor onsen - it was a treat to sit in the hot mineral water while being snowed ..."
Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
Zao Onsen 54, Yamagata, Yamagata
The price is AU$513 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$513
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
"This is a beautiful old facility. Taxi or bus from train station. An uphill walk from bus station or about $50 taxi. We visitors in January. Icy steps! The staff was great to carry luggage up to room! Chucky was so nice and helpful. Ask to see his photos from his hometown!"
Reviewed on 22 Jan. 2025
Genghis Khan Lodge
758-2 Zao Onsen, Yamagata, Yamagata
The price is AU$169 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
AU$169
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Book a stay at this ski hotel in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and ski-in/ski-out access. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"Generos stuff great location delirious food"
Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2023
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.