Experience world-class service at Zao Shiki no Hotel
Winter closure of the open-air baths "Shirakaba-no-yu" (Late December - 28 February) Due to the accumulation of snow, the open-air bath will be closed during the winter. Until it reopens, you will only be able to use the indoor baths. Please note that the outdoor baths, indoor baths and footbaths of "Hanareyu Hyakuhappo" are open for use as usual. Only a minute's walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Shiki no Hotel offers Japanese Yukata robes and indoor/outdoor public hot-spring baths. Free WiFi is availble in public areas. Guests sleep in Japanese futon bedding on tatami (woven-straw) floors or in Western rooms with beds and carpeted floors. Green tea can be enjoyed and each comes with a flat-screen TV and a fridge. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. Local souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop and massages can be requested for an extra cost. Sauna rooms are on-site and ski storage is provided. Yama no Uta restaurant serves Japanese dishes and a breakfast buffet. Shiki no Hotel Zao is a 5-minute walk from Zao Rope Way Station, a 15-minute drive from Yamagata City Wild Plants Garden and a 90-minute drive from Okama Crater. Lina World is a 30-minute drive away. JR Yamagata Train Station is a 40-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
Property highlights
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Situated in the best rated area in Zao Onsen, this property has an excellent location score of 8.7
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Breakfast info
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Buffet
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Free private parking available on-site
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Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
Ioannis
United Kingdom“Zao Shiki No Hotel truly defined hospitality for us. The room in traditional Japanese style was huge but cozy, very comfortable and had massive windows looking directly into the forest. The onsen facilities were spotlessly clean and the outside...”
Julie
Australia“A beautiful hotel with lovely rooms and gracious staff.”- Joyce
Singapore“We like the staff service at the restaurant. They served very well for our kaiseki dinner and breakfast. Though we cant speak Japanese, they tried their best to explain in English. The beef is so delicious. The breakfast is also delicious. The...” - Selina
New Zealand“I would absolutely come back and stay here again. The rooms were so big which was a great change from all the other rooms we've had. The facilities were modern and comfortable and the staff really couldn't do more for you. The on-site onsen was...” - Dundee United Kingdom“Located just outside of the main town however it's a very short walk and was pleasantly quiet. Brilliant value for money as spa facilities were excellent and not crowded”
- Jimmy Australia“Onsen facilities were amazing. Liked the fact they were generous with snacks and drinks. Shuttle bus facilities available.”
- Gabriel Australia“The location, the size of the room, the onsens, the staff, the cleanliness, the view from the room, the massage chair in the room, the shower, the toilet…”
- Andrew Australia“Loved the onsen, especially the out door onsen. Very comfortable room.”
- Christian Australia“I came to snowboard. The hotel was a short walk to the piste. They supplied a locker for the ski gear. The room was spacious with a great forest view. The staff couldn't be more friendly or helpful. The hotel owned osen was just a 50-60 meter...”
- Evan Australia“A lovely base for skiing, with beautiful views. Lovely public area with warm drinks etc available. 10 minute walk to the ski lift. The lotions provided were wonderful - the hair products, in particular, worked miracles! Dinners were exquisite,...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
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- CuisineJapanese
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 7 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
If you need to change ingredients due to allergies, please kindly contact us by 12:00 the day before since we are not able to make changes on the day.
Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.
Please note that restaurants around the area are limited and may close early in the evening. Dining options may be difficult to find after 19:00.
