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Zao International Hotel

3.5 star property
Ryokan with free parking, a short walk to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

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Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Front of property
Basic Twin Room | Free WiFi
Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Hot springs
Zao International Hotel offers a retreat amid peaceful mountains. Guests can rejuvenate in the indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) or the 24/7 public bath. Free WiFi is available in all rooms.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Deluxe Suite | Free WiFi

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Bidet
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior Suite, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Junior Suite, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Bidet
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room | Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

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Japanese Style Room, South Wing, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Japanese Style Room, South Wing, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Basic Twin Room | Free WiFi

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 46 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

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Luxury Suite | Free WiFi

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Bidet
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Twin Room | Free WiFi

Premium Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 52 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room | Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 5 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Zao Sanroku Ropeway - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Zao Chuo Ropeway - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Zao Sky Cable - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Zao Super Slider - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Akayu Station - 29 min drive
  • Yamagata Airport (GAJ) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪峠の茶屋 - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪蔵王レストラン パノラマ - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪レストラン大森 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪ベルベル中央 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪蔵王温泉 しばママのお店 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Zao International Hotel

Ryokan near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
Zao International Hotel provides amenities like an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a restaurant. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 24-hour public bath. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), hot springs on site, and 1 meeting room
  • A front-desk safe
Room features
All 51 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and bidets
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

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

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot springs

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Hot springs
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5 PM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property 5 days in advance of arrival; special requests are not guaranteed to be accommodated. Requests are not accepted on site.

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
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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

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

Zao Kokusai Hotel Yamagata
Zao Kokusai Yamagata
Zao Kokusai
Zao International Hotel Yamagata
Zao International Yamagata
Zao International
Zao International Hotel Ryokan
Zao International Hotel Yamagata
Zao International Hotel Ryokan Yamagata

Frequently asked questions

Is Zao International Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Zao International Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Zao International Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Zao International Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Zao International Hotel located?

Located in Zaoonsen, this ryokan is within a 10-minute walk of Zao Quasi-National Park and Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway are also within 10 minutes.

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