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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$307
21 Nov - 22 Nov

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
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin 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
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Day bed
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 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
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 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
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 5 Twin 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
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 52 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Basic Twin Room

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

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

  • ‪ろばた - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Unite Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪どさん娘蔵王のいえ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪食事処 とみたや - ‬7 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

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
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

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

What is the cancellation policy at Zao International Hotel?

Zao International Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zao International Hotel on 21 Nov 2025 start from NZ$306.86, 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.

Is parking available at Zao International Hotel?

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

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.