For highly recommended hotels in Yamagata, consider
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya,
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata,
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel,
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso, and
Omiya Ryokan.
The 3.5-star Gokan no Yu Tsuruya, with an excellent 9.4 rating, offers guests a relaxing experience with its hot and mineral springs, including both indoor and outdoor public onsen. Guests can enjoy mountain views and air-conditioned rooms, and the staff is frequently praised for being friendly. It is conveniently located near Zao Chuo Ropeway, just 0.2 miles away.
The 3.5-star Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata, rated 9.2, is known for its great location and comfortable, clean rooms. Travelers appreciate the helpful and great staff, as well as the nice breakfast. The hotel features rainfall showerheads, self-parking, and on-site massage and spa services. It is very close to the Yamagata Museum of Science and Industry, just 0.1 miles away.
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel, a 3-star property with a 9.2 rating, provides spacious, cozy rooms and incredible breakfast options. The staff is consistently described as kind and helpful. Guests can enjoy mountain views, air conditioning, and a full-service spa with both indoor and outdoor hot and mineral springs. It's located just 0.3 miles from Zao Chuo Ropeway.
The 3.5-star Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso, boasting a 9.4 rating, is highly regarded for its incredible and delicious breakfast. This hotel offers on-site hot springs with both indoor and outdoor public onsen, air-conditioned rooms, and ski pass options, with skiing available nearby. It is situated 0.3 miles from Zao Chuo Ropeway.
Omiya Ryokan, a 3-star hotel with a 9.2 rating, receives praise for its great location, cozy rooms, and friendly staff. Guests can indulge in the full-service spa, which includes daily massage services, and enjoy on-site hot springs with both indoor and outdoor public onsen. It is located 0.3 miles from Zao Chuo Ropeway.