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Omiya Ryokan

3.0 star property
Ryokan with a full-service spa, steps from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

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Hot springs
Restaurant
Modern Japanese Style Room, 10 tatami mats(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Exterior
Retro Japanese Double(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Near the Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, Omiya Ryokan offers a serene retreat with an indoor mineral hot spring and rejuvenating spa services. Indulge in delicious meals at the restaurant, unwind with in-room WiFi, or explore nearby attractions with free self parking; past guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Retro Japanese Style Room, 8 tatami mats(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Retro Japanese Style Room, 8 tatami mats(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Modern Japanese Style Room, 10 tatami mats(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom)

Modern Japanese Style Room, 10 tatami mats(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Modern Japanese Style Room, 10 tatami mats(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for View Japanese Style Room, 12.5 tatami mats(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom)

View Japanese Style Room, 12.5 tatami mats(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

View Japanese Style Room, 12.5 tatami mats(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Retro Hollywood Japanese Twin(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom)

Retro Hollywood Japanese Twin(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Retro Hollywood Japanese Twin(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Retro Japanese Double(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom)

Retro Japanese Double(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Retro Japanese Double(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Modern Japanese Twin(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom)

Modern Japanese Twin(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Modern Japanese Twin(Non-smoking) (No Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Large Twin Bed (No Bathroom)

Basic Room, 1 Large Twin Bed (No Bathroom) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 Large Twin Bed (No Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
46 Zao Onsen, Yamagata, Yamagata, 990-2301

What's nearby

  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Zao Sky Cable - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Zao Chuo Ropeway - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Zao Sanroku Ropeway - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Zao Super Slider - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Akayu Station - 29 min drive
  • Yamagata Airport (GAJ) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪トマトの森 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪どさん娘蔵王のいえ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ろばた - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪食事処 とみたや - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪奥村そばや - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Omiya Ryokan

Ryokan near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
Omiya Ryokan provides amenities like an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a restaurant. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Hot springs on site, 1 meeting room, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Omiya Ryokan boast thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot springs

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Full-service spa

  • Hot springs
  • Massage
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Spa open daily
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 6 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

Omiya Ryokan Yamagata
Omiya Yamagata
Omiya Ryokan Ryokan
Omiya Ryokan Yamagata
Omiya Ryokan Ryokan Yamagata

Frequently asked questions

Is Omiya Ryokan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Omiya Ryokan?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Omiya Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Omiya Ryokan?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Omiya Ryokan located?

Located in Zaoonsen, this spa ryokan is steps from Zao Quasi-National Park and Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Zao Sky Cable and Zao Chuo Ropeway are also within 10 minutes.

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Omiya Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 127 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay during the ski season. The staff is very friendly and the location is close to the gondola.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Traditional Japanese ryokan…highly recommended for those wanting an authentic experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our room, the onsen was clean and relaxing. The food was great and the service was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

NL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff members were friendly and helpful. The hotspring was a bit small.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Charm Wah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good except no private bathroom, only in pubic onsen
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhixiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room. Staff is very friendly and helpful too!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and clean, staffs are pretty nice. Close to the ski area. A bit pricey.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

PeiChen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For a traditional Japanese hotel, it's very nice. It also gave us free sliced fruit's
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at Omiya. Great location and great experience for a first timer at a Ryokan. Docked a star because instructions for using facilities were slightly confusing and beds gave both my partner and I back problems. They were accommodating to tattoos (using tape or just going when no one else was around) which was a pleasant surprise. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This a great place to stay if you are looking for a typical Japanese hotel with a hot spring in the hotel and within walking distance of the Zao ski area. The hotel is clean and comfortable. They have a nice lounge area to relax after skiing. We had 1/2 board that included a typical Japanese breakfast and dinner - both expertly served and outstanding. Highly recommended hotel!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Tak wai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Almost perfect but onsen

Staff is helpful. The internal decoration is great. Food is delicious. Room is spacious and cosy. The only drawback is the small onsen.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vinh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Omiya Ryokan is easily accessible by car. There is parking not too far from the Ryokan itself. Staff service was excellent; they were accommodating even though we didn’t speak a word of Japanese (thank god for Google Translate). The food was a delight. Room was spacious and very clean. The onsen was small, but was really well kept. 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

CHI WAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good enough
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Amazing! Great traditional food. Lovely helpfull s

This place was absolutely amazing. Staff was exceptional.Hotel was very clean and accommodating. They give you so much food. Dinner comes with probably 20 different pieces of food that is traditional. I ate food that i still don’t know what it was but it was prepared and displayed beautifully. Onsen was small but clean and great after a day of skiing. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

KI LEONG

Disliked: Staff & service

Bad service

The service is extremely bad. The staff is not nice. we booked a shuttle to pick up at 4:40, the staff wrong booked 3:30 and we waited 30 mins under the snow and had to walk back under the snow.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

takayuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
懐石料理をいただきました。手が混んでいるのがよくわかり、味も良かったのでついついご飯大盛をおかわりしてしまいました。おすすめです。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Amenities
温泉♨️も料理も最高でした♪ スタッフも素晴らしい対応で楽しい旅行の思い出ができました♪ありがとうございました♪
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toshinori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方からのお部屋の説明が大変丁寧でした。お部屋は掃除が行き届いており、チェックアウトまで快適に過ごせました。帰る際は、運転中に眠気が来ないようにお礼のメッセージカードと一緒にガムをいただきました。細やかなお気遣いがたくさんあり、とても有難かったです。山形に来た際にはまた宿泊したいと思います。
帰る際にもらったメッセージカードとガム
お部屋から見える景色
宿泊したお部屋
外観
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
小さくも手入れの整った旅館でした。温泉は時間帯で男風呂・女風呂が入れ替わります。 　駐車場は狭いですがスタッフの方が誘導してくれます。今回借りた部屋にエアコンはないですが、設置型の空調機がある為、快適に過ごせました。 　近くには源泉の湯と最低限、お食事処がありました。温泉街は少し狭く、車では走りずらいですが...おすすめです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sadao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
レトロな雰囲気で、ゆったりできました❗朝晩の料理も素晴らしい。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

カイ

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Takako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方々はとても親切なのに気さくな面もあり、本当に心地よい旅館でした。 ただエレベーターがないのが…温泉の泉質的に難しいとのこと。そこだけが少し気になりましたがご飯も美味しくあの価格であのクオリティ！エレベーターなくてもまた行きたいです
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

あきひろ

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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