Zao Shiki No Hotel - Yamagata (Yamagata)
38.160611, 140.392812Overview
Ski resort with indoor and outdoor hot spring baths in Zao Onsen
Rooms
Zao Shiki No Hotel offers Japanese-style rooms with tatami flooring and futon bedding, as well as Western-style rooms with carpeted floors and beds. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, and a private bathroom with a deep soaking bathtub. Family rooms that accommodate children are available, and guests can enjoy green tea in their room.
Dining
The on-site restaurant Yama no Uta serves Japanese dishes and a breakfast buffet. Dinner at the restaurant features set courses with local ingredients, including wagyu beef. Guests can also purchase local souvenirs from the hotel's gift shop.
Wellness & Onsen
Hotel Zao Shiki has both an indoor mineral hot spring and an open-air bath on the property. The outdoor bath is closed from late December to February due to snow, but guests can use the indoor bath and also access the baths at the sister hotel Hanareyu Hyakuhappo, which remains open. Sauna facilities are available on-site, and massages can be arranged for an extra cost.
Recreation
Guests can use karaoke facilities and massage chairs located near the onsen. Ski storage is provided for winter sports equipment, and the hotel has a ski gear rental shop on site. A free shuttle bus runs twice a day between the hotel and Zao Ropeway Station.
Location & Services
Zao Shiki No Hotel is a one-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort and a five-minute walk from Zao Ropeway Station. A free shuttle bus from Yamagata Station to the hotel is available with advance reservation, and the hotel offers free private parking. The front desk can arrange discounted lift passes (cash only) and taxi bookings for onward travel.
- Location: one-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort
- Rooms: Japanese tatami rooms with futons or Western-style with beds
- Wellness: indoor mineral hot spring, open-air bath, sauna
- Dining: Yama no Uta restaurant with Japanese dishes and breakfast buffet
- Recreation: karaoke, massage chairs, ski storage, ski rental
- Services: free shuttle from Yamagata Station, free parking, discounted lift passes
License number: 指令村保第6005号
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Restaurant
Free shuttle service
Massage
Sauna
Flat-screen TV
Sports & Fitness
- Skiing
Services
- Free shuttle service
Dining
- Restaurant
Spa & Leisure
- Sauna
- Massage
- Hot spring bath
- Open-air bath
- Public Bath
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Essential information about Zao Shiki No Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 129 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 5.8 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 22.2 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Yamagata, GAJ |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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