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Ryokan

Zao Onsen Zao Kokusai Hotel

Introducing the
Japan Quality Accreditation
This establishment has been awarded our Japan Quality accreditation. It has received high ratings from its guests for providing exemplary service, and through its operations it has demonstrated the ability to offer an authentic Japanese travel experience.
Yamagata City, Yamagata, Japan
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Ranked No.1 for best open-air bath snow views in 2018, and No.2 for most popular hot spring in Japan in 2016!

Guest review score

Excellent
Reviews: 288
4.6

Access

Mokichi Kinenkan-mae Station
29 min drive
Zao Station
31 min drive
Kaminoyamaonsen Station
33 min drive

Property facilities

  • Parking lot
  • Spa / Beauty salon
  • Restaurant
  • Lounge
  • Vending machine
  • Shop

Explore our rooms and plans

Price (low to high)
1 room type
[Junior Suite]
[Junior Suite]
[Junior Suite]
No smoking
1 x Semi-double bed
52 m²
Max 3 adults / 2 children
Room facilities
  • Bath and toilet available
  • Bidet toilet
  • Desk
  • Closet
  • Safe deposit box
  • Electronic kettle
  • [Winter daytime view] Exterior of Zao International Hotel
    Only 2 rooms left!
    Meal
    Free parking
    Free rental yukata
    Buffet breakfast
    Breakfast (restaurant)
    Credit card prepayment only
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    RM2,049.79
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Winter Season Sales 12/12-3/18] One-night Stay with Breakfast Plan [Buffet breakfast]

    Credit card prepayment only

    Payment for this plan is limited to <online payment only>. Please note that payment cannot be made on-site. Due to the special period, the cancellation policy differs from usual, so please be aware. [Regarding Child Admission] Out of consideration for providing our guests with a quiet environment, the use of this plan is limited to children of elementary school age or older. Reserve for the winter season (12/12-3/18)! A simple plan with breakfast only! ~ We are offering this popular winter period with card payment only! Make your reservation early <Plan Features> Recommended for those who prefer to dine out for dinner or arrive late! A simple accommodation plan with 'No dinner, breakfast included.' After arrival, please enjoy our pride and joy: the natural hot spring with 100% sulfur spring water flowing directly! Please confirm ・There are no dining facilities available in the building for dinner on the day. Additionally, adding dinner on the same day is not possible. [Meals (Dining Area)] Breakfast: Eat as much as you like of what you prefer! Buffet-style breakfast (Available in a Japanese set meal option) This plan does not include dinner for adults or children. [Hot Spring] Our hotel's pride, the hot spring 'Hachiuemon no Yu' It is a natural hot spring with skin-beautifying effects. Private bath ( Paid) Three private baths with distinct charm, designed in a mountain lodge style. Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis after check-in. [Important Information] Bathing tax of 150 yen is charged separately. This plan does not include dinner for adults or children. There are no dining facilities within the premises available for dinner on the day of your stay. Additionally, adding dinner on the same day is not possible. \ Recommended dining spots near our facility / <Otochaya> Located 5 minutes on foot from our facility In addition to Yamagata beef dishes and curry, craft beer is also available. <Hachiman> A 13-minute walk from our facility Yamagata beef sirloin, premium short ribs, and cold noodles <Dining Place Robata> A 13-minute walk from our facility. Genghis Khan (grilled mutton) and mushroom hotpot <Restaurant Tomitaya> Located a 10-minute walk from our inn Genghis Khan and ginger pork set meals *The nearest convenience store is Lawson, a 10-minute walk from our inn*

    RM2,049.79
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Plan benefits
    • Free parking
    • Free rental yukata
    Meals
    • Buffet breakfast
    Dining locations
    • Breakfast (restaurant)
    Plan restrictions
    • Non-refundable
    • Credit card prepayment only
    Cancellation policy
    Cancellation fee
    100%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 01/10/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

    Excluded*

    Bathing tax (from 01/04/1950) (Per person per night)¥150

    * Excluded taxes and fees are approximated and may vary based on the property. They will be collected at the property at the time of check-in or check-out.

  • [Winter daytime view] Exterior of Zao International Hotel
    Only 2 rooms left!
    Meal
    Free parking
    Free rental yukata
    Breakfast
    Dinner
    Credit card prepayment only
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    RM2,562.24
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Winter Sale 12/12~3/18] One Night Stay with Two Meals Plan [Breakfast] [Dinner]

    Credit card prepayment only

    ※Payment for this plan is limited to <online payment only>. Please note that payment on-site is not accepted. ※ Due to the special period, the cancellation policy differs from usual, so please be aware. <Cancellation policy for this plan> ・7 days prior~: 30% of the accommodation fee ・3 days prior~: 50% of the accommodation fee ・Same day or no-show: 100% of the accommodation fee [Regarding Child Admission] Out of consideration for providing our guests with a quiet environment, the use of this plan is limited to children of elementary school age or older. ~Winter (12/12~3/18) Reservation Plan (One Night Stay with Two Meals)~ We are offering this popular winter period with card payment only! Please make your reservation early! <Plan Features> This is a limited-time winter plan for a one-night stay with two meals at the popular Zao Onsen. This plan is available only with advance card payment. ■ Choose your main dish from 'Grilled on a Ceramic Plate,' 'Shabu-shabu,' or 'Sukiyaki'! ※Each person can choose their own main dish. Please specify the dish name and the number of people. ※If no selection is made, we will prepare 'shabu-shabu' for everyone. 【Meals (Dining Area)】 ○ Dinner: 'Zao Mountain Kaiseki' with a choice of Yamagata Beef dishes 'Grilled on a Ceramic Plate or Shabu-shabu or Sukiyaki' ※In the case of a multi-night stay, we will prepare different meals for each night. ※From the fourth night onward, the same menu may be served. ※If you need to change ingredients due to allergies, please contact us by 12:00 the day before. We cannot accommodate changes on the day. ○Breakfast: Buffet (may include Japanese set meals) 【 Hot Spring 】 ○Our hotel's pride, the hot spring 'Hachiuemon no Yu' This is a 100% natural hot spring with skin beautification effects. ○ Private baths There are three private baths with distinct atmospheres, designed in a mountain lodge style. (※ Additional charge applies / Reservations are first-come, first-served after check-in) 【 Notes 】 ○ Bathing tax of 150 yen is charged separately. ○Meal contents may be subject to partial changes. (There are no changes to the ingredients or menu listed in the plan name.) ●If dinner is included, the latest check-in time is 19:00.Please note that we cannot accommodate check-ins after this time.

    RM2,562.24
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Plan benefits
    • Free parking
    • Free rental yukata
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    Dining locations
    • Dinner (Japanese restaurant)
    • Breakfast (restaurant)
    Plan restrictions
    • Non-refundable
    • Credit card prepayment only
    Cancellation policy
    Cancellation fee
    100%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 01/10/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

    Excluded*

    Bathing tax (from 01/04/1950) (Per person per night)¥150

    * Excluded taxes and fees are approximated and may vary based on the property. They will be collected at the property at the time of check-in or check-out.

Room details

Junior Suite [Living Room + Bedroom with Massage Chair Included] [Junior suite] [Twin room] [Non-smoking]

No smoking
1 x Semi-double bed
52 m²
Max 3 adults / 2 children
Room facilities
  • Bath and toilet available
  • Bidet toilet
  • Desk
  • Closet
  • Safe deposit box
  • Electronic kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Wi-Fi in room (free)
  • Over 430 square feet
  • Two or more rooms
  • Mixed-gender room
  • Digital broadcast
  • Individual air conditioning
  • Air purifier
Amenities
  • Toothbrush sets
  • Razors
  • Bath towels
  • Face towels
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Hand soap
  • Face wash
  • Cotton pads
  • Cotton swabs
  • Hairbrushes
  • Shower caps
  • Tissues
  • Slippers
  • Yukata
  • Hair dryers