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Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Hotel in Yamagata

Located in Yamagata, 10 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking and massage services.

A
Asada
From
Thailand
The room is spacious (in Japanese standard), modern and clean. There’s a small sofa and a desk chair, so both of us can sit at the same time. This is so special for Japanese hotel at the same price range. Bathroom is roomy and modern. The overall vibe of the hotel is modern and cozy. Short walk from Yamagata station and 7-11 down stairs is a plus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,005 reviews
Price from
$91.13
1 night, 2 adults

Zao Kokusai Hotel

Hotel in Zaō Onsen

Only a 1-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Kokusai Hotel offers indoor/outdoor spacious hot-spring baths and Japanese-style rooms.

S
Satinee
From
Thailand
1. Nce room 2.Good dinner (japanese set 3. Close to Zao Rope way station (5 minutes walk) 4. Can book private onzen (around 2000-3000 yen per hour for 2-4 people)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews
Price from
$238.09
1 night, 2 adults

Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29366

Hotel in Sakata

Located in Sakata, 14 miles from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29366 has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

R
Richard
From
United Kingdom
Lovely Japanese-style room. Delicious breakfast. Nice onsen bath overlooking pretty garden. Very friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
$98.64
1 night, 2 adults

Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29372

Hotel in Sakata

Located in Sakata, 14 miles from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29372 provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

S
Sean
From
United States
It’s a beautiful hotel and the staff is so helpful! I loved using the bath in the mornings as the hot water helped my back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
Price from
$98.64
1 night, 2 adults

Comfort Hotel Yamagata

Hotel in Yamagata

Located 10 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Comfort Hotel Yamagata offers 3-star accommodations in Yamagata and has free bikes. Yamagata Station is a few steps from the hotel.

S
Samsul
From
Japan
Hospitality with welcome drink.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,391 reviews
Price from
$61.84
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel in Yamagata

Directly connected to JR Yamagata Shinkansen (bullet train) Station, Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata offers comfortable guest rooms with warm colors and modern facilities.

G
Gramme Wai Fan
From
Hong Kong
So convenient for us to travel with Shinkansen. We can drop our luggages before the check in time. Staff is very helpful for city tour.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,052 reviews
Price from
$116.73
1 night, 2 adults

Tsukino HOTEL

Hotel in Sakata

Located in Sakata, 14 miles from Kamo Aquarium, Tsukino HOTEL has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

P
Paul
From
Japan
There is no finer hotel at a fair price in ALL OF TOHOKU than the Tsukino Hotel. It is a UNIQUE and beautiful property, almost like brand-new, this will be my favorite of all hotels booked through Booking.com
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 514 reviews
Price from
$81.17
1 night, 2 adults

Toyoko Inn Yamagata-eki Nishi-guchi

Hotel in Yamagata

Located within 11 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort and a 5-minute walk of Yamagata Station, Toyoko Inn Yamagata-eki Nishi-guchi provides rooms in Yamagata.

Y
Yindee
From
Thailand
Good size of room, free breakfast, very friendly staffs and good location. There is Max value store opposite the hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews
Price from
$77.11
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae-

Hotel in Yamagata

Located in Yamagata, within 8.2 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort and 2.7 miles of Yamagata Station, Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae- provides accommodations with a restaurant and...

A
Anastasia
From
Japan
Just perfect. I can’t say anything bad about it. The receptionists, the breakfast, the room, the bathroom. All great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews
Price from
$73.44
1 night, 2 adults

Super Hotel Yamagata Sakurambo-Higashine Station Front

Hotel in Higashine

Located in Higashine, 28 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Super Hotel Yamagata Sakurambo-Higashine Station Front has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

Y
Yoma
From
Japan
The hotel was very clean. The onsen was hot and relaxing, and all amenities were provided including toothbrush, towels, shaving kit, etc. The breakfast was also great and had many options. We came and went by car so it was convenient enough for us but I can’t speak to how the public transportation was for this area. I did spot a train station within walking distance of the hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
Price from
$90.19
1 night, 2 adults
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Yamagata's best hotels with breakfast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,406 reviews

Set in Yamagata, 5.6 mi from Lina World, Yamagata Grand Hotel offers accommodations with a bar. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. The restaurant serves European cuisine.

From $81.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

Located in Yonezawa, 30 miles from Kitakata Station, Royal Pines Hotel Yonezawa - Opening in Mar 2025 has accommodations with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant.

From $71.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews

Located in Yonezawa, 31 miles from Kitakata Station, Hotel Alpha-One Yonezawa has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From $94.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews

Located within 31 miles of Kitakata Station and 31 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Toyoko Inn Yonezawa Ekimae has rooms in Yonezawa.

From $66.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews

Located in Murayama, 31 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Murayama Nishiguchi Hotel provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. Guests can enjoy mountain views.

From $100.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 749 reviews

Set in Yamagata, Yamagata Nishiguchi Washington Hotel is directly connected to JR Yamagata Station. Free WiFi is available in all rooms at the hotel.

From $80.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews

Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel offers rooms in Yamagata. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property features a restaurant.

From $72.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 166 reviews

Located within 30 miles of Kitakata Station and 30 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Hotel Montoview Yonezawa has rooms in Yonezawa.

From $103.46 per night

Budget hotels in Yamagata

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews

Located in Sakata, 15 miles from Kamo Aquarium, Hotel Alpha-One Sakata has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a restaurant and massage services.

From $86.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews

Located within 10 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort and a 7-minute walk of Yamagata Station, Hotel Capital in Yamagata has rooms in Yamagata.

From $51.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 762 reviews

Offering free WiFi, APA Hotel Yamagata Tsuruoka Ekimae is set in Tsuruoka. The property is around 6.2 mi from Kamo Aquarium and 16 mi from Atsumi Onsen. The restaurant serves Japanese cuisine.

From $75.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 687 reviews

Located 18 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Comfort Hotel Tendo offers 3-star accommodations in Tendo and features free bikes.

From $47.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

Located in Yonezawa, 30 miles from Kitakata Station, Hotel Benex Yonezawa provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking and a restaurant.

From $79.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Fair - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews

Select Inn Yonezawa is located in Yonezawa, 30 miles from Kitakata Station and 30 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

From $48.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 696 reviews

Hotel Route-Inn Tsuruoka Ekimae is located in Tsuruoka, 7.4 miles from Kamo Aquarium. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space.

From $95.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 411 reviews

Featuring massage services, Hotel Route-Inn Tsuruoka Inter is located in Tsuruoka in the Yamagata region, 5.8 miles from Kamo Aquarium. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From $85.68 per night

Hotels in Yamagata you can book without a credit card

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews

Only a 1-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Kokusai Hotel offers indoor/outdoor spacious hot-spring baths and Japanese-style rooms.

From $487.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Located in Sakata, 14 miles from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29366 has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

From $98.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

Located in Sakata, 14 miles from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29372 provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

From $98.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,392 reviews

Located 10 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Comfort Hotel Yamagata offers 3-star accommodations in Yamagata and has free bikes. Yamagata Station is a few steps from the hotel.

From $58.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews

Located within 11 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort and a 5-minute walk of Yamagata Station, Toyoko Inn Yamagata-eki Nishi-guchi provides rooms in Yamagata.

From $77.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 8-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

From $403.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 420 reviews

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 6-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

From $267.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

Onsen & Stay OAKHILL is located in Zaō Onsen, a 8-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. Featuring ski-to-door access, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

From $250.27 per night

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From $518.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews
Suitable for anyone who traveling by car (rental) as the hotel located amongst valley (nearby Mt.Zao) the scenery was stunning and weather was perfect. But the most significant part that we chose this hotel to stayed was the dinner course here! (the breakfast was delicious and various as well). It was a wonderful experience for anyone who has passion for eating great and delicious foods. We were happy for every second we stayed here. Room, services and all staffs were amazing especially the who checking us in, she was willing to help us for what we need in every way 👍🏻. EXCEPT the one who checking us out 👎🏻 he gave us a bad attitude and felt like he wouldn’t tried a single bit and didn’t care to explain things we needed to know (about the additional paying for city tax which everyone needed to pay when checking-out. WE, foreigners, who never knew about this and only one thing he needed to do was EXPLAIN, a nice explanation). However, we will still definitely choose to stay here if we visit Zao again.
Guest review by
Sararas
Thailand
From $172.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
The staff were exceptionally kind, generous, helpful, pleasant, welcoming, and fundamentally awesome. They made my stay feel truly special. The facilities are all wonderful... it is such a magical place! The interior courtyard garden is peaceful and lovely. The outdoor onsen is a gem... and not too hot, so one can actually enjoy it for a nice long time. And the food is just delicious, inventive, beautiful, and totally satisfying. I stayed one night, then spent a night away at Mt. Haguro, then returned for a second night's stay at Tachibanaya and felt as though I was coming home!
Guest review by
Eric
United States
From $845.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
What a cool place! There were so many opportunities to taste the beer that was brewed locally on-site. From the drinks bar at check-in to the tasting room open all day to the all-you-can-drink plan at dinner, the hotel was really quite generous with their liquid offerings. Even non-drinkers are accommodated with plenty of alcohol-free options. We also liked that they had multiple private baths on site. The main onsen were also quite nice. The food was fantastic and the beef served at dinner was some of the best I've had.
Guest review by
Amanda
Japan
From $170.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Beautiful oceanfront location with sunset views from your room. Wonderful Onsen overlooking the sea. Exceptional staff that catered to our every need. Taxi assistance. Gourmet Japanese cuisine. Special diet accommodation. The location is close to the Kamo Aquarium.
Guest review by
Mark Ebaugh
United States
From $81.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,406 reviews
It was very good price, spacious, clean and breakfast was really delicious with many variation like the kids food that my nephews enjoy so much. It’s really a wonderful stay for each and everyone of us 👍👍👍
Guest review by
Myrna
Japan
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
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!!!
Guest review by
Sergei
Israel
From $75.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 762 reviews
The whole vibe of the room was conducive for a solo traveller that didn't need much attention. Facilities quality was decent for the cost. Seriously no complaints, it's wonderful
Guest review by
DemiCL92
Singapore
From $361.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
Even the staff can not speak english, but the did tried their best to serve us. We are very appreciated their service mind very much. I strongly recommend to stay here.
Guest review by
Thanika
Thailand
From $487.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews
1. Nce room 2.Good dinner (japanese set 3. Close to Zao Rope way station (5 minutes walk) 4. Can book private onzen (around 2000-3000 yen per hour for 2-4 people)
Guest review by
Satinee
Thailand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews
Located in scenic mountains west of Fukushima, near famous Namegawa-otaki (waterfall) and a few other waterfalls. Delicious dinner & breakfast.
Guest review by
Michael
United States
From $385.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Amazing place, super clean, great onsen, amd there is even some massage chairs in the common area!!
Guest review by
Peter
Croatia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
beautiful building, excellent public space, delicious and beautiful meals.
Guest review by
チャコちゃん
United States
From $396.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
One of our best experiences in a hotel in Japan was at Takinoyu Hotel.
Guest review by
John
United States
From $119.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 768 reviews
Transportation from ginzan onsen to the hotel is so hard
Guest review by
Julianty
Indonesia

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I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata!

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata! The location is absolutely perfect—conveniently connected to the station, making it easy to explore the city and surrounding areas. The hotel itself is modern, clean, and well-maintained, providing a comfortable and relaxing experience. The staff were very welcoming and attentive, always ready to assist with a smile. While their hospitality was excellent, I did find that a bit more fluency in English communication would enhance the experience for international guests. That being said, their warmth and willingness to help more than made up for any language barriers. Overall, I truly enjoyed my stay and would definitely recommend Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata to anyone visiting the area. Looking forward to staying here again in the future!
Guest review by
Rolando
Australia
2.0

We booked this hotel specifically because it was sold and...

We booked this hotel specifically because it was sold and represented as offering a mountain view room. Unfortunately, this turned out to be a serious misrepresentation. Only about 10% of the view included any mountain at all. The overwhelming majority of what we saw from our room was another building and rooftops. This was extremely disappointing and upsetting, especially given the premium we paid for this experience. The disappointment left us distressed and unable to even enjoy the expensive dinner and breakfast that were included in our package. What was meant to be a highlight of our trip turned into a very unpleasant experience. To make matters worse, when we left hastily, we accidentally forgot one of our cell phones in the room. Several hours later, after driving back, we were relieved that the phone had been recovered and placed at the front desk. However, the staff made no effort during the entire day to contact us on our primary phone number to alert us. This lack of initiative and courtesy only added to our frustration. For a hotel of this caliber, we expected honesty in advertising, basic consideration for guests’ wellbeing, and a proactive approach to guest service. Unfortunately, none of these expectations were met.
Guest review by
Jeff Rayden
United States
8.0

Nice village style ski resort.

Nice village style ski resort. Not busy except for the weekend, which ended up a long weekend as it was the Emperor's birthday on the monday. Always good to check public holidays when going to a ski resort and arrive on a Sunday afternoon.
Guest review by
Christian
Australia
10

The main town section can offer so many places to visit.

The main town section can offer so many places to visit. Modern looking new museum, small yet beautiful and historic park/shrine, traditional sake brewery, and many many restaurants. We took a long bus ride to a remote onsen town, Shirabu Onsen. Boy, we had fun.. You can hike, see a gorgeous, majestic waterfall, enjoy soba noodle, shopping AND soak in one of the three public bathhouses (they are actually inn but open their baths to the daytime visitors.) The one we went to, Nishiya?, had a spectacular waterfall bath. It's smaller - but if you can visit during weekdays, you may be able to enjoy the space, alone, which we both did. I will never forget being in the bath. Oh, AND, you will probably come across bunch of wild monkeys, roaming around like they own the place :-)
Guest review by
Richard
United States
10

Sakata is a very quiet town with a few facilities.

Sakata is a very quiet town with a few facilities. Most of the attractions are walkable if you stay close to the river, slightly long walk from train station. You can visit all attractions within a day (two night stays recommended if you arrived late). Please make sure that the day you arrive all the places are open (not Tuesday or Wednesday). Another interesting town in Japan for a visit.
Guest review by
NANTANA
Thailand
10

Yamagata is a beautiful city.

Yamagata is a beautiful city. It was also our base for visiting other places. We went to Yamadera, Ginza Onsen and Zao Onsen by train and bus, from the Yamagata station. Had Ramen, which was reasonable in value
Guest review by
Anonymous
8.0

Lots of snow during our stay in December. Great skiing.

Lots of snow during our stay in December. Great skiing. Ideally stay around ski lifts so its easier to get to the lifts.. Just be aware to choose a sunny day to take the ski lifts to view the Snow Monster! Takes around more than 1 hour to get on the ski lifts. Many tourist and queue is long. You wont be able to see much if the weather is bad. Never short of snow in Zao Onsen. Nice little village with Lawsons, Family Marts to get your usual Japanese stuff. Limited restaurants but can get by with simple meals. If you want to get to Yamagata City its only 30 mins away by taxi. You have a choice if you want more varieties.
Guest review by
Meng
Malaysia
8.0

Yonezawa city has Uesugi Jinjya, the site of the Uesugi clan...

Yonezawa city has Uesugi Jinjya, the site of the Uesugi clan castle. It is very nice, and they have museum and things to see. It's worth a visit to check it out. There is two near-by Onsen, the Onogawa and Shirabu to stay. Yonezawa beef is superb, one of the best in the country. It is also expensive.
Guest review by
Yamashita
United States
10

The Yamagata Ski area (Zao Onsen) is fantastic.

The Yamagata Ski area (Zao Onsen) is fantastic. It wasnt crowded, lessons for kids and adults were AUD$55 for 4 hours, lifts were @4$ per lift. Gear hire was AUD$65 for 2 days PP. In Australia lift passes are $250 per day alone. The hotel Sailor Hutte was literally at the base of the ski lifts. Food was cheap ($10-14 per meal) booze was cheap ($3.50 for a beer). The guys at the Hotel Sailor Hutte were great, make an effort to chat with them via your translator app. Its worth it. One more thing, I would recommend buying Shinkansen tickets directly from JR East rail online. Heaps cheaper than buying a seven day pass unless you are planning to spend 7 days on the train. FYI there are 3 Shinkansen companies East, Central and West. They have there own websites a bit clunky in English but it works. Good luck.
Guest review by
Kieran
Australia
8.0

In the summer, Zao is very quiet during weekdays.

In the summer, Zao is very quiet during weekdays. It rains almost every day, so it's advisable to pack quick-dry clothes and sturdy shoes for walking uphill and downhill. If you prefer fruits and vegetables, make sure to bring some with you, as there's no fresh market in town and the only local convenience store doesn't offer many healthy choices. If you happen to encounter a serow, don't make the mistake we did by running away thinking it was a hyena—quite silly of us!
Guest review by
NANTANA
Thailand