Hotels in Zao

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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Zao on Hotels.com. These Zao hotels consistently deliver on comfort, location and traveler experience. Last updated on August 28, 2026.

In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Privilege, Junior Suite, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Privilege, Junior Suite, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Breakfast and dinner served

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Zao

CNY355

CNY430 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Property entrance

Presidential Suite, Mountain View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Lobby

Gardenspa Suite, Mountain View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Chikusenso Onsen

Zao

CNY4,809

CNY5,832 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Hot springs

Standard Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated

Free toiletries, hair dryer, electronic bidet, towels

Standard Room, Non Smoking | View from room

Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

Zao

CNY1,054

CNY1,160 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

House, Non Smoking, Balcony | Bathroom

Property grounds

House, Non Smoking, Balcony | Living area | Flat-screen TV

House, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Bathroom

Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi

Zao

CNY1,014

CNY1,115 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Property grounds

Deluxe Suite | Dining

Superior Villa, Multiple Beds | Interior

Deluxe Suite | Interior

makinokutsurogizao

Zao

CNY2,732

CNY3,006 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Restaurant

Restaurant

Family Twin Room | Down comforters, WiFi (free)

Property amenity

Bardenya Soho

Zao

CNY632

CNY695 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Property entrance

Lobby sitting area

Breakfast area

Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Pacific Hotel Shiroishi

Shiroishi

CNY394

CNY434 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Lunch and dinner served

Front of property - evening/night

Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Meeting facility

Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao

Shiroishi

CNY324

CNY357 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Public bath

Garden

Public bath

Hot springs

TAOYA Akiu

Taihaku Ward

CNY1,559

CNY1,715 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Public bath

Restaurant

Reception

Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae

Yamagata

CNY548

CNY603 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Vending machine

Exterior

Lockers

Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station West

Jonanmachi

CNY390

CNY429 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Exterior

Reception

Reception

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Yamagata

CNY418

CNY460 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Hot tub, hot springs

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request)

Front of property - evening/night

Interior

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya

Zaoonsen

CNY928

CNY1,033 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Universal Design Twin, Non Smoking (South Tower) | Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese Western Room, Non Smoking (Concept Floor) | Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Lounge

Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Kasumicho

CNY429

CNY519 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Property entrance

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Breakfast and dinner served

Hallway

Value The Hotel Sendai Natori

Natori

CNY299

CNY362 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Property amenity

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Lobby

Exterior

Comfort Hotel Yamagata

Kasumicho

CNY330

CNY363 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Deluxe Triple Room, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Reception

Restaurant

Property amenity

Tendo Central Hotel

Tendo

CNY229

CNY252 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Property entrance

Hallway

Reception

Breakfast buffet

Super Hotel Sendai Airport Inter

Natori

CNY369

CNY406 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Public bath

Exterior

Property amenity

Public bath

Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Sendai Sakunami

Aoba Ward

CNY1,082

CNY1,191 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Lobby

Front of property

Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Free daily buffet breakfast

Hotel Route Inn Natori Iwanuma Interchange

Iwanuma

CNY640

CNY704 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Restaurant

Restaurant

Family Twin Room | Down comforters, WiFi (free)

Property amenity

Bardenya Soho

Zao

We have 4 left at

CNY1,075

per night

CNY2,365 total

In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Privilege, Junior Suite, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Privilege, Junior Suite, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Breakfast and dinner served

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Zao

We have 1 left at

CNY1,002

per night

CNY2,425 total

Spa

Room

Dining

Room

Yuasobi No Yado Shunjuan Sansatei

Zao

We have 3 left at

CNY803

per night

CNY1,766 total

Property entrance

Presidential Suite, Mountain View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Lobby

Gardenspa Suite, Mountain View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Chikusenso Onsen

Zao

We have 2 left at

CNY5,018

per night

CNY12,170 total

Room

Living room

Room

Pension Hidamari

Zao

We have 3 left at

CNY854

per night

CNY1,878 total

Hot springs

Standard Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated

Free toiletries, hair dryer, electronic bidet, towels

Standard Room, Non Smoking | View from room

Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

Zao

Balcony

Living room

Room

Room

Togattaonsen Bettei Yamabuki

Zao

Exterior

Interior

Living area

Exterior

Tabino Teitaku Realiser Zao

Zao

Terrace/patio

Interior

Room

Exterior

Chill Out Glamping Zao

Zao

Spa

Dining

Outdoor dining

Interior

Hotel Zao Mets

Zao

Spa

Spa

Spa

Interior

Hoshiakari no Yado Mahoroba

Zao

Exterior

Bathroom

Spa

Exterior

Ryokan Togatta Onsen Ryokan-genbee

Zao

Exterior detail

Food and drink

Food and drink

Spa

Togatta Onsen Tamaya Ryokan

Zao

In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Privilege, Junior Suite, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Privilege, Junior Suite, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Breakfast and dinner served

Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa

Zao

CNY415

per night

CNY502 total

Restaurant

Restaurant

Family Twin Room | Down comforters, WiFi (free)

Property amenity

Bardenya Soho

Zao

We have 4 left at

CNY885

per night

CNY974 total

House, Non Smoking, Balcony | Bathroom

Property grounds

House, Non Smoking, Balcony | Living area | Flat-screen TV

House, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Bathroom

Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi

Zao

CNY1,014

per night

CNY1,115 total

Hot springs

Standard Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated

Free toiletries, hair dryer, electronic bidet, towels

Standard Room, Non Smoking | View from room

Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

Zao

We have 3 left at

CNY1,054

per night

CNY1,160 total

Exterior detail

Food and drink

Food and drink

Spa

Togatta Onsen Tamaya Ryokan

Zao

We have 1 left at

CNY607

per night

CNY714 total

Property entrance

Presidential Suite, Mountain View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Lobby

Gardenspa Suite, Mountain View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Chikusenso Onsen

Zao

We have 2 left at

CNY4,809

per night

CNY5,832 total

Spa

Spa

Spa

Interior

Hoshiakari no Yado Mahoroba

Zao

We have 1 left at

CNY1,302

per night

CNY1,488 total

Room

Living room

Room

Pension Hidamari

Zao

We have 3 left at

CNY726

per night

CNY798 total

Property grounds

Deluxe Suite | Dining

Superior Villa, Multiple Beds | Interior

Deluxe Suite | Interior

makinokutsurogizao

Zao

CNY3,087

per night

CNY3,395 total

Exterior

Interior

Living area

Exterior

Tabino Teitaku Realiser Zao

Zao

We have 1 left at

CNY1,295

per night

CNY1,459 total

Terrace/patio

Interior

Room

Exterior

Chill Out Glamping Zao

Zao

We have 1 left at

CNY2,002

per night

CNY2,255 total

Balcony

Living room

Room

Room

Togattaonsen Bettei Yamabuki

Zao

We have 3 left at

CNY2,868

per night

CNY3,155 total

Spa

Room

Dining

Room

Yuasobi No Yado Shunjuan Sansatei

Zao

Spa

Dining

Outdoor dining

Interior

Hotel Zao Mets

Zao

Exterior

Bathroom

Spa

Exterior

Ryokan Togatta Onsen Ryokan-genbee

Zao

Go beyond your typical stay in Zao

Ryokan

Hot tub

Spa

Family friendly

Our prices for hotels in Zao are cheapest in January

Top landmarks in Zao

Mt. Zao

9.0/10 (18 reviews)

If you want to stretch your legs and breathe in some fresh mountain air, head out to Mt. Zao for a bird's-eye view of Zao.

Okama Crater

8.8/10 (20 reviews)

If you want to stretch your legs and breathe in some fresh mountain air, head out to Okama Crater for a bird's-eye view of Zao.

Togatta Onsen

6.0/10 (3 reviews)

Togatta Onsen is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from central Zao, why not stop by during your stay.

Zao Dairy Farm

5.0/10 (2 reviews)

Zao Dairy Farm is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from central Zao, why not stop by during your stay. If you'd also like to explore some of the parks in Zao, head to Michinoku Lakeside National Government Park and Zao Bodaira Highlands.

Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall

10.0/10 (1 review)

If visiting museums in Zao are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall. If you want to experience more of the culture Zao has to offer, head to Togatta Onsen.

Takimidai Lookout

4.0/10 (1 review)

Takimidai Lookout is just one of the landmarks located 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from central Zao, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip.

Sumikawa Snow Park

8.0/10 (13 reviews)

Skiers and snowboarders might want to test out the slopes at Sumikawa Snow Park, a skiing spot located 6 mi (9.7 km) from central Zao. If you master the slopes, Zaō Liza World is also located nearby.

Mt. Katsutadake

If you want to stretch your legs and breathe in some fresh mountain air, head out to Mt. Katsutadake for a bird's-eye view of Zao.

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Zao is well-known for its attractions such as Togatta Onsen and Mt. Zao.

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A snow-covered mountain landscape with a ski lift and a green sign.

Check out reviews of Zao hotels guests love

Richmond Hotel Sendai

Richmond Hotel Sendai

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay with excellent service overall!"

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai

10/10 Excellent

"位置太好了，交通購物都很方便。環境很乾淨，工作人員態度也非常和善親切。"

The OneFive Sendai

The OneFive Sendai

10/10 Excellent

"Comfy bed, small but efficient room with good shower."

Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East

Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location, restaurants and food options available, shopping areas nearby. Lobby available for drinks, nice touch!"

APA Hotel TKP Sendai-Ekikita

APA Hotel TKP Sendai-Ekikita

8/10 Good

"Very nice and close by the station."

Hotel Keihan Sendai

Hotel Keihan Sendai

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, good location and good, clean amenities"

Hotel JAL City Sendai

Hotel JAL City Sendai

8/10 Good

"It’s very standard facility and services."

Richmond Hotel Premier Sendai Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Sendai Ekimae

10/10 Excellent

"Great property location near everything."

Mitsui Garden Hotel Sendai

Mitsui Garden Hotel Sendai

10/10 Excellent

"Thank you for pleasurable 3 night stay.What an amazing hotel, fantastic staff very helpful and polite. Very clean,great location for everything, would definitely stay again."

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Zao?

You can find top hotels in Zao from CNY357 with options to suit your budget and needs. To find an affordable hotel in Zao that meets all of your requirements, just apply filters on Hotels.com and sort hotels by "Price: low to high".

How can I find deals and earn rewards at Zao hotels?

Discover great deals on Zao hotel stays with Hotels.com. It's also a good idea to look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season as you're likely to find off-peak deals. If you're up for a spontaneous trip, don't forget to check out our last-minute deals on Zao hotels.

Can I book Zao hotels with free cancellation?

In order to book a refundable Zao hotel, simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.

What are the top-rated luxury hotels in Zao?

One of the most popular luxury hotels in Zao is Chikusenso Onsen. Chikusenso Onsen is a luxury hotel with a high guest rating amongst our travelers, and it offers a full-service spa and a hot tub.

What are some of the best hotels in Zao for couples?

Stay at a top-rated Zao romantic hotel and make the most of your couple's vacation. Our travelers love Chikusenso Onsen, a hotel with a restaurant and a full-service spa. Discover more hotels in Zao on Hotels.com for couples by using the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".

What are some of the best Zao hotels with free parking?

If you're arriving by car, choosing a great Zao hotel with free parking is a plus. Our travelers' favorites include:

Chikusenso Onsen: A hotel with an average guest rating of 9.8 out of 10
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro: A ryokan with an average guest rating of 9.2
Sansatei Genbukan: A ryokan with an average guest rating of 8.4

What are some popular hotels in central Zao?

If you're looking for hotels in central Zao, check out Chikusenso Onsen and Suzukiya Ryokan. Travelers love Chikusenso Onsen for its location, as well as the hot tub, full-service spa and restaurant this hotel offers. Suzukiya Ryokan is another popular central ryokan with a hot tub, a full-service spa and free parking. When you stay at one of these central hotels, you'll be in easy reach of top sights including Obara Onsen.

What accommodations do travelers like in Zao?

Guests like Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa.

Can I book a refundable hotel in Zao?

If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Zao, most hotels offer refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.

Where can I stay in Zao if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?

If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 31 vacation homes.

What will the weather in Zao be like during my visit?

The warmest months in Zao are usually August and July with an average temp of 71°F. February and January are the chilliest months when the average temp is 37°F. The rainiest months are September and August.

Why should I book my Zao hotel through Hotels.com?

There are plenty of reasons to book your Zao travel with us: our free cancellations on selected hotels gives you the flexibility you're looking for, and with One Key™, our rewards program, you will be able to earn and use OneKeyCash™* on all eligible bookings such as hotels, car rentals, flights, vacation rentals and more on Hotels.com, Expedia and Vrbo.

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