The Best Hotels Closest to Mt. Zao in Zao for 2026

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A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with chairs and ottomans, and a patterned wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern restaurant interior with wooden bar counters, bar stools, and a patterned floor.

A modern hotel building with a name sign, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

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

10.7 mi from Mt. Zao

Anonymous traveler

$75 nightly

$83 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a TV.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, seating area, and a curved staircase.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved seating area, a bar, and a chandelier.

A hallway with a tiled floor, a dark wall with a framed picture, and a wooden partition with vertical slats.

2. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

12.2 mi from Mt. Zao

Piper

$67 nightly

$74 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A Daiwa Roynet Hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

A modern lobby with a central wooden reception desk, large windows, and contemporary seating.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a sign for Dalwa Roynet Hotel, and a person walking towards the desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a city view.

3. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

12.1 mi from Mt. Zao

Jennifer

$69 nightly

$76 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A tall hotel building with the name "Richmond Hotel" on the facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

A multi-level shopping mall with glass railings and escalators.

A buffet setup with various dishes and a sign indicating a special offer.

4. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

12.3 mi from Mt. Zao

MASAYO

$66 nightly

$73 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern spa room with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a bed in the background.

A large indoor pool with a glass ceiling, offering a view of the mountains and a crescent moon.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a seating area, and a large window.

A wooden sauna with a view of mountains and a cityscape.

5. Yuyunosato Yusa

10.4 mi from Mt. Zao

Sam

$130 nightly

$145 total

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A modern indoor pool area with wooden benches and a view of trees and mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of a snowy landscape.

A spacious indoor swimming pool with a view of lush greenery outside.

6. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

5.3 mi from Mt. Zao

Sam Yi-Shang

$154 nightly

$173 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

A modern indoor seating area with tables and chairs, a large window with a view of the sky, and a potted plant.

A modern cafe interior with seating arrangements, a prominent brick pillar, and a large window providing natural light.

A spacious conference room with a patterned carpet, recessed lighting, and a large chandelier.

7. Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

12 mi from Mt. Zao

Jin Myeon

$49 nightly

$54 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and chairs.

A wooden cabin with a stone-tub hot spring, a wooden bench, and a view of a forested mountain.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a view of a snowy landscape through large shoji screens.

A traditional Japanese building entrance with wooden pillars and a lit signboard.

8. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

5.6 mi from Mt. Zao

Aileen

$154 nightly

$173 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding landscape and mountains.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and seating areas.

A modern living room with a large window offering a view of a cityscape and mountains at dusk.

9. Hotel Koyo

11.4 mi from Mt. Zao

Brayden

$165 nightly

$185 total

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A hot spring area with wooden flooring, a wooden deck, and a view of a lush forest.

A spacious interior with a wooden floor, large windows, and a view of a rocky garden.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central buffet area, large windows offering a view of the forest, and a modern chandelier.

10. Zao International Hotel

5.2 mi from Mt. Zao

Massimo

$172 nightly

$191 total

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a view of a forested hillside.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and chairs.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a bowl, two chairs, and a view of autumn foliage through a shoji screen.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, low tables, and cushions.

11. Omiya Ryokan

5.5 mi from Mt. Zao

Sara

$121 nightly

$135 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A balcony with a view of mountains, a table with a bowl and saucer, and a cushioned chair.

A hot spring bath area with a view of mountains and a clear sky.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and sliding doors with a view of a mountainous landscape.

A hot spring bath with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape.

12. Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

6.3 mi from Mt. Zao

"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."

Estevan

$158 nightly

$181 total

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a cup, and a view of a bamboo garden through a shoji screen.

A modern hotel room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a bed, a small seating area, and a bathroom visible through the glass.

A room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

A corridor with a lamp, a plant, and a window.

13. Hayamakan

11.3 mi from Mt. Zao

Licia

$166 nightly

$186 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A wooden hot spring bath area with a wooden roof structure and a bamboo fence.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and sliding doors.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, a potted plant, and a small table with a cushion.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

14. Suzukiya Ryokan

8.4 mi from Mt. Zao

Jimmy

$95 nightly

$111 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A traditional Japanese building with multiple floors, a stone wall, and a small garden area with steps leading up to the entrance.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a seating area, and a glass partition.

A room with a large window, two chairs, a small table, and a hanging light fixture.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a window with blinds.

15. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

5.5 mi from Mt. Zao

Man Ho

$332 nightly

$367 total

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A hot spring area with stone steps leading to a pool, surrounded by a wooden fence and a view of distant mountains.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a sofa.

A spacious indoor area with large windows offering views of a cityscape and mountains at dusk.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a lamp, and a view of trees and mountains through large windows.

16. Kaminoyama Azumaya

10.9 mi from Mt. Zao

Jasmine

$102 nightly

$117 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, stone steps, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

A room with a glass table, a chair, a small table with a teapot and cup, and a view of greenery through a sliding door.

A hallway with a central light fixture, a sofa with cushions, and a small table with a vase.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a sofa, and a tea set.

17. Chikusenso Onsen

5.3 mi from Mt. Zao

Alexander

$575 nightly

$643 total

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a green chair, a television, and a cabinet.

A covered outdoor pool area with a wooden pergola structure, a hot tub, and a small rectangular pool.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of mountains.

18. Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

5.4 mi from Mt. Zao

Dmitry

$63 nightly

$69 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Hammond.'

A room with leather seating, a wooden table, and large windows with a view of greenery.

A wooden spa area with a pool, benches, and a wooden fence.

A spa pool with wooden walls and a wooden deck.

19. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

5.7 mi from Mt. Zao

David

$66 nightly

$76 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wooden deck, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A fire pit surrounded by lounge chairs, a covered patio area, and string lights.

A spa area with a pool, multiple showerheads, and a view of a forest through the windows.

A traditional building with a wooden entrance, a stone wall, and a tree in the foreground.

20. Oyado Morinone - Adults Only

11.3 mi from Mt. Zao

Tomomi

$157 nightly

$177 total

Nov 26 - Nov 27

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Compare popular hotels close to Mt. Zao

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae	9.2 Wonderful 144 reviews	View
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae	9.4 Exceptional 411 reviews	View
Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae	9.2 Wonderful 272 reviews	View
Yuyunosato Yusa	9.2 Wonderful 60 reviews	View

Top Mt. Zao Hotel Reviews

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

10/10 Excellent

"I really loved this hotel. It was very clean, the room was fairly spacious, and there were lots of nice amenities."

Omiya Ryokan

10/10 Excellent

"Classic Japanese interior with tatami flooring but more modern bedding. Walls are thin so be careful not to be too loud and disturb the others. I could hear the conversation of others when they walked by my door and in their rooms when I walked by theirs. Onsen was nice and has a small covered outdoor section. I went inbetween the peak seasons and you can see the the town itself asleep, so many shops were closed. I speak Japanese but the staff were quick to double check if I needed things to be explained in English. I wouldn't bring a big loud group here. I do recommend for a classic quiet, slow, relaxed, Japanese ryokan."

Kaminoyama Azumaya

8/10 Good

"The room was just like any business hotel room. It was clean but definitely dated in some places. Breakfast buffet was great. Free refreshments. Onsen was great. I added breakfast by paying extra when i made this reservation, but at the check in, I was told that it's not included. In the end all was fine."

Super Hotel Yamagataeki Nishiguchi Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"A super value hotel with Onsen, large car park, early check in and later check out than other hotels around."

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"excellent place. multiple numbers of onsens. food was incredible."

Meitoya So

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel!"

Hayamakan

10/10 Excellent

"Staying here was a great experience. Relaxing in our private onsen while looking out at the mountain and city was stunning. Our other favorite part was the dinner - our server was so amazing with us and compliments to the chef for preparing the delicious food. As foreigners, it was our first time trying some of these foods, and we enjoyed most of it. Thank you!"

Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A cosy hotel room with a good breakfast option "

Other attractions near Mt. Zao

Sumikawa Snow Park

8.0/10 (13 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Zao with a visit to Sumikawa Snow Park. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

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Mt. Katsutadake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Katsutadake during your travels in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

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Okama Crater

8.8/10 (20 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Okama Crater during your travels in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.

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Mt. Fubosan

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Fubosan during your travels in Shichikashuku. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Zaō Liza World

Hit the slopes at Zaō Liza World during your trip to Kaminoyama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Takimidai Lookout

4.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Zao when you take a trip to Takimidai Lookout. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

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Zao Bodaira Highlands

Explore the great outdoors at Zao Bodaira Highlands, a lovely green space in Kaminoyama. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the top-rated hotels near Mt. Zao?

For travelers seeking top-rated hotels near Mt. Zao, look no further than these excellent choices that offer stunning mountain views and easy access to outdoor adventures.Pension Snowfall MeteorPension Snowfall Meteor is a charming retreat located just 0.6 miles from Mt. Zao, with a solid review rating of 8.0. This cozy hotel is perfect for travelers who are eager to hit the slopes, with skiing and snowboarding opportunities nearby. Travelers can unwind in the hot springs after a day of adventure, while the premium bedding ensures a restful night's sleep. With a stunning mountain view and convenient amenities like off-street parking, this pension delivers a delightful experience for those exploring the beauty of the Zao region.

How much is a hotel near Mt. Zao?

Staying near Mt. Zao is a treat, with plenty of hotels from $54 offering incredible amenities. If you're leaning toward a little luxury, prices can rise, especially in peak season. Be sure to book in advance to enjoy more options and potentially better rates, especially if you're planning a vacation during weekends or around public holidays.

Which hotels near Mt. Zao offer the best views?

Discover the best hotels near Mt. Zao that offer stunning views and a cozy atmosphere for your stay.Pension Snowfall MeteorPension Snowfall Meteor, rated 8.0 by travelers, is located just 0.6 miles from Mt. Zao. This charming hotel boasts breathtaking mountain views, ensuring a picturesque backdrop for your getaway. Guests can indulge in premium bedding and enjoy the nearby hot springs after a day of skiing or snowboarding. With convenient access to ski lifts and off-street parking, it's an ideal choice for snow enthusiasts.

What are the best affordable hotels near Mt. Zao?

For those seeking affordable yet charming stays near Mt. Zao, these hotels promise great value and comfort for travelers.Pension Snowfall MeteorPension Snowfall Meteor is just 0.6 miles from Mt. Zao, offering a cozy retreat for ski enthusiasts and families alike, rated 8.0 by travelers. Guests can enjoy premium bedding for restful nights and easy access to nearby ski lifts. With amenities like WiFi, off-street parking, and stunning mountain views, this charming pension is perfect for outdoor adventures and relaxation after a day on the slopes.

Can I book a fully refundable hotel close to Mt. Zao?

Most bookings on Expedia are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of arrival, though this depends on the hotel's individual cancellation policy, which you should check in your booking confirmation. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by going to "My Trips" and selecting your reservation. To find fully refundable hotel options, simply enter "Mt. Zao", set your travel dates, and use the "Fully refundable" filter under "Deals & Discounts" on the results page. Alternatively, explore deals with free cancellation options on Expedia.

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Our top choices for Mt. Zao hotels

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

2. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

3. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

4. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

5. Yuyunosato Yusa

6. Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

7. Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

8. Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

9. Hotel Koyo

10. Zao International Hotel

11. Omiya Ryokan

12. Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

13. Hayamakan

14. Suzukiya Ryokan

15. Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

16. Kaminoyama Azumaya

17. Chikusenso Onsen

18. Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

19. Takamiya Hotel Hammond

20. Oyado Morinone - Adults Only

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Top Mt. Zao Hotel Reviews

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Omiya Ryokan

Kaminoyama Azumaya

Super Hotel Yamagataeki Nishiguchi Natural Hot Springs

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Meitoya So

Hayamakan

Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel

Other attractions near Mt. Zao

Sumikawa Snow Park

Mt. Katsutadake

Okama Crater

Mt. Fubosan

Zaō Liza World

Takimidai Lookout

Zao Bodaira Highlands

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