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Ryokans in Ginzan · Yamagata

자오 온천 자오시키노 호텔

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel

Ginzan · Yamagata onsen ryokan — Milky Sulfur Waters, Four Seasons on the Plateau

★ 4.5TrustYou 94/100 · 1,061 reviews|YamagataFrom ₩374,864 / night (2 adults)
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🏔️Milky Sulfur Waters, Four Seasons on the Plateau

Yamagata · Zao Shiki no Hotel

Hot Spring: A Renovated Communal Bath
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Hot Spring: A Renovated Communal Bath

  • ♨️The 1st-floor communal bath is open 24 hours, with views of the Zao mountains through large windows
  • 🌲Shirakaba no Yu's mildly alkaline water helps with neuralgia, back pain, and fatigue recovery
  • 🧖A sauna (2-9pm) and post-bath area with free massage chairs and a water cooler
Hanareyu Hyakuhachibo: A Source-Fed Open-Air Bath
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Hanareyu Hyakuhachibo: A Source-Fed Open-Air Bath

  • 🌫️A detached bathhouse 108 steps away, flowing with milky, sulfur-bearing source water
  • 🏞️Two open-air baths (alternating by gender) overlooking the Zao range and Mt. Ryuzan
  • ⏰Open 6am-11pm, said to help with wounds and chronic skin conditions
Rooms: Fully Renovated
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Rooms: Fully Renovated

  • 🛏️All 46 rooms have been renovated, fitted with 120cm-wide Simmons beds
  • 🪟Ryukyu tatami and large windows bring the highland scenery into the room
  • 💆Select room grades include a massage chair; all have a fridge and free Wi-Fi
Junior Suite
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Junior Suite

  • 🛁5 rooms at about 63㎡, each with a stone-finished view bath and massage chair
  • 🛋️Renovated in December 2022, with a Ryukyu tatami living room separated from a flooring bedroom
  • 🛌Two Simmons beds and a daybed, accommodating up to three guests
Cuisine: Yamagata Beef Kaiseki
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Cuisine: Yamagata Beef Kaiseki

  • 🥩Seasonal kaiseki centered on finely marbled Yamagata beef, served 5:30-7pm
  • 🍚Glossy rice cooked from Tsuyahime, Yamagata's signature brand
  • 🍽️Dinner is served at either of two venues, restaurant Yamanoshi or dining room Sakura
Breakfast Buffet
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Breakfast Buffet

  • 🥗A buffet from 7-9am with local mountain vegetables and made-to-order egg dishes
  • 🍞A hearty spread of freshly baked bread and porridge
  • ☕Free-flowing drinks from 7:30-10am for a relaxed morning
Facilities
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Facilities

  • 🛎️A 1st-floor lobby lounge (7am-9:30pm) with free drinks
  • ⛷️Ski lockers and rental service, plus free shogi and go sets
  • 🛍️A 1st-floor shop (7:30am-8:30pm) and a 24-hour post-bath relaxation lounge
Scenery and Access
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Scenery and Access

  • 🌄A highland resort surrounded by quiet forest and lake
  • 🚡About 0.3km on foot to Zao Sanroku Ropeway, right next to the ski slopes
  • 🚌A free shuttle from Yamagata Station is available for parties of two or more

A highland resort where milky sulfur springs meet fully renovated rooms, taking in every season of the Zao mountains. With Yamagata beef kaiseki and a free shuttle, it makes an ideal base for a year-round Zao trip.

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Property Location With a stay at Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel in Yamagata (Zaoonsen), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Shiginoya Chinuma. This ryokan is 14.9 mi (24.1 km) from Mt. Zao and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Zao Sanroku Ropeway. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 46 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless Internet access is …Read more ↓

Property Location With a stay at Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel in Yamagata (Zaoonsen), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Shiginoya Chinuma. This ryokan is 14.9 mi (24.1 km) from Mt. Zao and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Zao Sanroku Ropeway. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 46 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Amenities Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including hot springs and karaoke. Business Amenities The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite. Dining At Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Nearby Attractions Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Shiginoya Chinuma - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Zao Sanroku Ropeway - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Zao Chuo Ropeway - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Zao Sky Cable - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi Zao Super Slider - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi Sato Museum of History and Culture - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi Lina World - 10.8 km / 6.7 mi Zao Bodaira Highlands - 12.8 km / 8 mi Takeda Winery - 12.9 km / 8 mi Kaminoyama Castle - 15.4 km / 9.6 mi Momiji Park - 15.9 km / 9.9 mi Utakake Inari Shrine - 16.1 km / 10 mi Senshoji Temple - 16.4 km / 10.2 mi Yamagata Manabikan - 16.7 km / 10.4 mi The nearest airports are: Yamagata (GAJ) - 42.1 km / 26.1 mi Sendai (SDJ) - 79.9 km / 49.6 mi

* This description is the property's own text, in English.

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POLICY

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Other information · Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property. · The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests a…Read more ↓

Other information · Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property. · The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file. · Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities. Check-in Instructions · 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 bathing facility · This property accepts credit cards and cash · Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Special Check-in Instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. This property's outdoor public bath is closed seasonally from late December to February 28. Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property at least 2 days in advance.

* These policies are the property's own text, in English; the cancellation policy shown at booking takes precedence.

FAQ

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What are the check-in and check-out times at 자오 온천 자오시키노 호텔?
Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
Where is 자오 온천 자오시키노 호텔 located?
It is in Ginzan · Yamagata Yamagata. Address: 1272 Zao Onsen, Yamagata-shi, Yamagata.
How much does one night cost?
Recent lowest observed rate starts from ₩374,864 per night for two adults. Rates vary by date and room type, so a live search is most accurate.
What is the cancellation and refund policy?
Free-cancellation deadlines vary by rate plan and are shown with each room. Cancelling before the deadline gives a full refund.

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in

14:00

14:00 ~ 07:00

Check-out

10:00

Until 10:00

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