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Zao International Hotel

3.5 star property
Ryokan with free parking, 8-minute walk to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

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Combined shower/bathtub, deep-soaking bathtub, free toiletries
Front of property
Hot springs
Basic Twin Room
Combined shower/bathtub, deep-soaking bathtub, free toiletries

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$889
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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933 Zao Onsen, Yamagata, Yamagata, 990-2301
  • Place, Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Zao Sanroku Ropeway
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Zao Chuo Ropeway
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Yamagata (GAJ)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite, Non Smoking

Junior Suite, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Japanese Style Room, South Wing, Non Smoking

Japanese Style Room, South Wing, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Day bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Day bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 5 Single Futons

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Premium Twin Room

Premium Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
  • 52 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

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Basic Twin Room

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
  • 46 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

About the area

Yamagata

At Zao International Hotel you'll be within steps of Zao Quasi-National Park and Zao Sanroku Ropeway. Highlights at this ryokan include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This ryokan offers free WiFi in public areas and a front desk safe. Each morning buffet breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Zaoonsen ryokan, you'll be 0.7 km (0.4 mi) from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort.

What's nearby

  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Zao Sanroku Ropeway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Zao Chuo Ropeway - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Zao Sky Cable - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Zao Super Slider - 3 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Akayu Station - 29 min drive
  • Yamagata (GAJ) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Unite Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪どさん娘蔵王のいえ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ろばた - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪奥村そばや - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪トマトの森 - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Zao International Hotel

Ryokan with free parking, 8-minute walk to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Zao International Hotel offers its guests hot springs. Zao International Hotel also features room service (during limited hours) and a front desk safe. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Yamagata ryokan.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Zao International Hotel offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary slippers and a hairdryer. This Yamagata ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, bidets and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours a day. There are hot springs on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot springs

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Hot springs
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5 PM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property 5 days in advance of arrival; special requests are not guaranteed to be accommodated. Requests are not accepted on site.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 6 are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 6 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Zao Kokusai Hotel Yamagata
Zao Kokusai Yamagata
Zao Kokusai
Zao International Hotel Yamagata
Zao International Yamagata
Zao International
Zao International Hotel Ryokan
Zao International Hotel Yamagata
Zao International Hotel Ryokan Yamagata

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Zao International Hotel?

Yep, Zao International Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Zao International Hotel?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zao International Hotel on 22 Jan 2026 start from NZ$885.95, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Zao International Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Zao International Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Zao International Hotel?

No, Zao International Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Zao International Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Zao International Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Zao International Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Zao International Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Zao International Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chunchi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to ski in and out. Awesome onsen!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

KIN KWAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tetsuhiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

TAMIE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
山形駅からレンタカーを借りて来ました。到着時の出迎えから気持ちの良い接客で最後の見送りまで気持ちよく送ってくださり本当に心地良く過ごせました。硫黄の匂いのする温泉は熱めですが本当に体に沁み渡り最高に心身解れました。ウェルカムスイーツやドリンクも充実しているのは楽しみのひとつで滞在中何回も利用させていただきました。早朝の大浴場からは見事な雲海が望め感動的です。標高の高い場所なので涼しくてそれだけで肩の力が抜け夏の疲れが癒やされました。冬の樹氷を見に是非また訪れたいホテルです。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

トモキ

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
温泉の泉質は最高です。個性豊かで魅力たっぷり。源泉かけ流し、硫黄分、高温度、phは、もはや最高レベル。特にph1.6は、他で味わうことはできない領域。施設の綺麗さ、食事のおいしさ、スタッフの丁寧さ、どれも素晴らしいものでした。お見事のひと言につきます。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

TIEYU

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuki

新しく、清潔で、設備も不足なく、コスパが最高なホテルでした。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kin I

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
員工親切，溫泉設備非常好。鄰近纜車站，方便行山。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suk Yi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
房間寛敞舒舒，晚餐陶板牛超美味，溫泉正，下次會再來！
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ゆたか

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
泉質、スタッフの対応、部屋の掃除など行き届いていました。 強いて言えば、湯上りサービスの提供時間が短かった事が残念でした。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

YUKIYO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
昨年も泊まった時、感じたがスタッフさんが良かった。
口取りというのか、前菜みたいなものですが、美味しくてその後のメインも美味しかった。
レストランの窓から見える所に桜でしょうか？綺麗でした。
写メを撮ってくださいました。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wincy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

非常推薦酒店

房間很寬敞，有按摩椅，有客廳，餐廳員工很細心，食物有質素，服務非常好，不是旺季溫泉是夠用的，非常推薦
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
生憎のお天気で景色は残念でしたが、温泉が最高によかったです。 スタッフの刀から配りも行き届いており、 全てにおいて満足です。 樹氷の季節、また絶対伺います。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Narihisa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daizo

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

lam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
溫泉正 冬天前往 可能更美
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kit Yi Cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
酒店有免費穿梭巴士到山形站，步行幾分鐘可去藏王登出纜車站，非常方便，酒店餐廳職員友善，有禮，酒店整体感覺很好，非常推薦。
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy Lai Mei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
各方面都很好！接送如果可以多啲時間選擇就更加好
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

???

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

HIROKO

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
ホテルについては普通だと思います。 温泉が良かったです。湯量も豊富で熱めの温泉。とっても気に入りました。 また、あの温泉に入りたいです。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

tsutomu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
平日で紅葉前での宿泊でしたが部屋からの景色は良く、目の前にはゲレンデの斜面が良く見えました。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

HIROSHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

DAIKI

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
お風呂がとてもよかったです
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

ヤスオ

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

安定の快適さ

Stayed 1 night in May 2024