The 10 best places to stay in Zao, Japan

The best places to stay in Zao

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宮城蔵王ビレッジ,一棟貸,ペット可有償,バーベキュー,フリーチェックイン,温泉チケット,完全非対面,無料駐車場

Located in Zao, 40 km from Sakuraoka Daijingu and 41 km from Sendai International Centre, 宮城蔵王ビレッジ, 一棟貸,ペット可有償,バーベキュー,フリーチェックイン,温泉チケット,完全非対面,無料駐車場 offers air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

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US$95.84

1 night, 2 adults

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かっぱの宿旅館三治郎

Togatta Onsen, Zao

Set in Zao and only 38 km from Sendai City Community Support Center, かっぱの宿旅館三治郎 offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

pui yuk

From

Hong Kong

The staff is very nice and attentive. The dinner is delicious and sumptuous.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

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US$175.70

1 night, 2 adults

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竹泉荘 Chikusenso Onsen

Togatta Onsen, Zao

竹泉荘 Chikusenso Onsen provides a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 42 km of Sendai City Community Support Center and 41 km of the Site of Sendai Castle.

Margaret

From

New Zealand

I started grinning like a fool as soon as I entered the grounds of Chikusenso. It is everything the pictures show and so, so much more. I was genuinely too delighted to play it cool. A truly beautiful property complete with a river and at least two waterfalls (the grounds are huge, so I can't be sure there aren't more). Inside the premises are just elegant with unique touches like the enormous replica temple bell in the guest lounge. There are 'public'/shared onsen and for the bashful there are also two lovely private onsen to choose from, where the pools are outside so you can hear the river. But it is the staff who elevate this unique and beautiful place to 'exceptional'. Mr Rajan who welcomed me so warmly on arrival and explained the myriad of amenities and services so perfectly. Mr Li, who explained the property's long history and more recent impressive architectural upgrade with such enthusiasm and whose admiration for the local environment almost persuaded me to go hiking. Michiko, in the restaurant who was so warm and sweet she made me feel like I was staying in her own home and her charming colleague who made me a perfect little chair from a champagne wire. I wish I could name all the staff because without exception, they were all wonderful; kind and attentive without ever intruding. Speaking of the restaurant, make sure you have breakfast and dinner there. Over three days the variety and finesse shown by the chef was spectacular. Sitting at the 'chef's table' let me watch the man in action, and it was a masterclass in calm precision in the kitchen. I left this morning and I am already giving serious thought to coming back in January...what more can I say.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

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US$805.03

1 night, 2 adults

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chillout glamping zao

Zao

Chillout glamping zao features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Zao, 38 km from Sendai City Community Support Center. A hot tub is available for guests.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

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US$305.56

1 night, 2 adults

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Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi

Togatta Onsen, Zao

Situated in Zao and only 40 km from Sendai City Community Support Center, Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From

Hong Kong

The house is in a quiet location with excellent kitchen facilities. However, the exact house location is a little hard to find due to many side track/junction. We are lucky to meet a local who advise us the exact location of the house.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

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US$249.34

1 night, 2 adults

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Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Hotel in Togatta Onsen, Zao

Set in Zao, 40 km from Sendai City Community Support Center, Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

Mitchell

From

United Kingdom

social lounge service was great idea! we enjoyed to use the service. onsen was very clean and nice.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6

Good - What previous guests thought, 318 reviews

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US$60.82

1 night, 2 adults

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Sansatei

Togatta Onsen, Zao

Set 40 km from Sendai City Community Support Center, Sansatei offers 3-star accommodation in Zao and has a garden, a bar and a shared lounge. There is an on-site restaurant and free private parking.

Holly

From

Australia

Amazing experience at Sensatei. The value for money is amazing especially the service from the exceptional staff. I felt we were very tired and demanding guests, asking lots of questions, being a bit dramatic after lots of traveling, but they were so patient, lovely and accommodating. The view was amazing, over looking mountains and the river. I never got tired of it! The Onsen is fantastic as well. Over the 4 days we were there, i went 4 times! Worth the stay and will make the track from Australia again!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7

Good - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

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US$119.48

1 night, 2 adults

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Muratamachi bukeyashiki- Gaia Resort - Vacation STAY 54893v

Murata (Near Zao)

Muratamachi bukeyashiki- Gaia Resort - Vacation STAY 54893v is situated in Murata, 45 km from Shiogama Shrine, 24 km from the Site of Sendai Castle, and 26 km from Zuihoden.

Shih-Yao

From

Taiwan

This is a beautifully preserved old house, yet equipped with modern air conditioning, bathroom, and kitchen facilities. The space is clean, spacious, and comfortable, with a garden and a traditional storehouse. It’s not suitable for a rushed one-night stay — ideally, you should spend 2 to 3 days here to truly experience the architecture and lifestyle of the old house. The building itself is of historical value, and its previous owners have interesting stories. Simply put, you can think of this place as a small museum. Additionally, Murata Town, where it’s located, is also well worth a visit.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

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US$236.49

1 night, 2 adults

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ステイビレッジ蔵王1棟貸し2名様まで同一金額ペット同伴可別途有償

To-katta (Near Zao)

Situated within the Togatta Onsen district in To-katta, ステイビレッジ蔵王1棟貸し2名様まで同一金額ペット同伴可別途有償 has air conditioning, a balcony, and quiet street views.

Alyssa

From

Italy

From the location, to all the amenities, the house is a perfect place to stay! It has everything you will need and the host is super hospitable and friendly! Thank you :)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

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US$95.84

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Tokinenoyado Yunushi Ichijoh

Shiroishi (Near Zao)

Tokinenoyado Yunushi Ichijoh is situated in the Kamasaki Onsen district in Shiroishi, a 15-minute drive from Shiroishi Station and Shiroishi-Zao Station.

Pei-Chi

From

Taiwan

The entire experience was extraordinary. We were greeted with welcome drinks in front of a fire, and led to our room by courteous but hospitable staff. Our 3-person room faced a quiet garden, and we enjoyed delicious cake and tea before being led to the dinner. There was a pair of yukata and a pair of more modern pajamas in the room, along with a warm jacket and a pair of socks for each person. There was a toilet in our entrance hall, and a sink and mirror in the room. Dinner and breakfast were both served in an independent Japanese room located in the older building, and our server conversed with us in fluent Mandarin and English. We loved the exquisitely made Japanese dinner and breakfast, every single small dish and platter of it! The two hotsprings were also delightfully pleasant. The indoors medicinal bath was small but very clean, while the outdoor bath was much more spacious. For some reason, we did not meet many people using the bath either in the evening or the morning. We opted for a shuttle bus to leave the hotel in the morning. The hotel was very helpful with answering questions and reserving shuttle service through the booking.com chat room in English. We were extremely happy with our stay, and hope to stay longer next time.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

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US$350.13

1 night, 2 adults

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