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Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte

Zao Onsen

Featuring a garden and a bar, Petit Resort Hotel Der Barte is located in Zao Onsen. The 3-star guest house features mountain views and is 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

C
Chong
From
Malaysia
First, the design of the house is super western and super beautiful just right infront of ski slopes. I have a once in a lifetime view from my room and also breakfast area! Second, that's the only hostel comes with private room (as far as I know). Third, I actually paid for the breakfast and dinner and I NEVER REGRET to do so (even though you can have some food out there but is abit far). The dinner is just WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL. Experience yourself and you will know what I meant. It is Extremely exceeded my expectation, even after so many days I am back to my country while I writing this review, I am still so in love of everything I have experience here. Come here during winter, must come. And I'm super pleased to be served by the old couple, so simple, so genuine, soooo awe!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
US$165.11
1 night, 2 adults

Pension Puutaro

Zao Onsen

Set 500 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Pension Puutaro offers 3-star accommodation in Zao Onsen and features a garden.

s
siu
From
Hong Kong
As well as having a separate entrance to the dry room, the location is very close to the ski slopes.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
Price from
US$165.11
1 night, 2 adults

Polar Bear 藏王白熊民宿

Kaminoyama (Near Zao Onsen)

Situated in Kaminoyama, 2.2 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Polar Bear 藏王白熊民宿 has ski-to-door access, a shared lounge and rooms with free WiFi access. The property features mountain views.

S
Stefano
From
Italy
Extremely cute place run by the sweetest Taiwanese couple. They speak multiple languages - Japanese, Chinese and English. They were also super helpful with providing us with all of the necessary information, ensuring that we were well taken care of for breakfast (amazing with proper coffee) and transport. The place was so warm and cozy with heated floors in the rooms which is a great plus for us who don’t do well with the cold.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
Price from
US$105.67
1 night, 2 adults

Snowfall Meteor 飛雪流星

Kaminoyama (Near Zao Onsen)

Situated in Kaminoyama in the Yamagata region, Snowfall Meteor 飛雪流星 has a garden. It is located 2.2 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort and provides luggage storage space.

M
Maggie
From
Taiwan
The hosts were more than friendly. The beds are comfortable and the room is clean. The floor heating in the rooms provides warmth without decreasing humidity. The most comfortable stay I had during my ski trip. The hosts will drop off and pick up guests at the lifts so you can enjoy the Zao mountain. Not much around the location so be sure to eat before returning to the hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Price from
US$148.60
1 night, 2 adults

Yamagata Zao Pension Aplon Stage

Kaminoyama (Near Zao Onsen)

Yamagata Zao Pension Aplon Stage is a 3-star property set in Kaminoyama. It offers free WiFi, ski-to-door access, a garden and a restaurant.

P
Pat
From
Ireland
Good location to visit Lake Okama and to experience lovely outdoor Onsen in the nearby village. However the top reason to stay here is the wonderfully friendly owners and the beautiful food served for both dinner and breakfast. Simply lovely, helpful people. A fantastic experience not to be missed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews
Price from
US$92.46
1 night, 2 adults

半芸ハウス

Yunohara (Near Zao Onsen)

Set in Yunohara and only 35 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, 半芸ハウス offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Y
Yoko
From
Japan
Location was far away from any city/town but it’s worth to stay here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
Price from
US$180.46
1 night, 2 adults

Green Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room

Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Green Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room features accommodation with free WiFi and...

S
Stefanie
From
Switzerland
​The family was incredibly kind and welcoming. They were so helpful that I felt completely at home, as if I were a part of their family. It was truly a fabulous time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

Winter Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room

Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Winter Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room features accommodation with free WiFi and...

H
Honey
From
Australia
Taka & Oraphin were so helpful and kind they’re a lovely family & we’re so great to stay with! We loved their house it was so comfortable & homey!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

Lodge Christmas Rose Zao

Zao Onsen

Lodge Christmas Rose Zao has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Zao Onsen, less than 1 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

G
Gulati
From
India
The people running it were amazing, so helpful, drove us around everywhere in zao and took care of every need!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews

Zao Base スキー場から徒歩1分

Yamagata (Near Zao Onsen)

Situated in Yamagata with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Zao Base スキー場から徒歩1分 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub.

S
Sophie
From
United States
We particularly love its antique Japanese taste. The inside bedroom and restrooms are super clean. The location is super good. Easy to travel within the village. You may feel the setting of the entrance passage looks like a movie setting. It will give you special memories years later when you look back now.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
    The accommodation is great and the host family is super nice! Great place to stay when skiing. They helped us out a lot and gave us lots of good advice that allowed us to enjoy Zao Onsen to the max.
    Guest review by
    Magnus
    People with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
    Great place to stay Taka, Oraphin and Yui are great hosts and we really enjoyed our time in Zao. The location is perfect easy access to #3 and restaurants in the village.
    Guest review by
    Rob
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
    Lovely hosts, great location, clean spacious traditional rooms, electric heater available, nice view from the window, well appointed kitchen, and friendly dining room.
    Guest review by
    Katia
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
    Oraphin and Taka (and of course the little one) are the most lovely hosts! Location is excellent and you are basically within a 10 min walk to all onsen and ropeways. One of the public baths is literally 20 seconds away! The space heater is also amazing and the first floor common space is always toasty :) Matsuo house is a must stay if you want a homestay-like experience in Japan :)
    Guest review by
    カビヤ
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$198.13
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
    Lovely host.
    Guest review by
    TSUNG-YING
    People with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
    I really liked how welcoming and cozy my stay was! the owners were very helpful in recommending things to do! as I don’t ski, I went snow shoeing and it was super fun. I was also able to use the local onsen for free as the owners of the property gave me a locals card. overall I had a great time!
    Guest review by
    lauren
    Solo traveller