With a stay at Yamagata Eki Nishiguchi Washington Hotel in Yamagata, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Yamagata Museum of Science and Industry and Yamagin Kenmin Hall. This hotel is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Kajo Park.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
At Yamagata Eki Nishiguchi Washington Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Japanese breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.
Stay in one of 100 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bidets.
JJianhongdehong2026.02.12
The hotel is right next to Yamagata Station, with a direct connection. You take the express elevator from the second floor of the building up to the 24th floor, where the front desk is located. The room was clean, quiet, and well-equipped. From the station's exit, you can walk to the East Exit where the bus terminal is, offering buses to Zao Onsen and Sendai. The food court and shopping area nearby are also very convenient.
With a stay at Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae in Yamagata, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of S-PAL and Utakake Inari Shrine. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Beni no Kura.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 204 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
GGuest User2026.02.15
The hotel is brand new, and the bathroom facilities, in particular, are excellent. It's probably the best option near Yamagata Station. It's a 3-5 minute walk to Yamagata Station and just a 3-minute walk to the bus stop (for Zao Onsen Ski Resort) from Yamagata Station. The breakfast restaurant is a famous Yonezawa beef restaurant. You can ask the front desk to make a reservation for you.
With a stay at Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae in Yamagata, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata Museum of Science and Industry. This hotel is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Kajo Park.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
At Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Limited parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 219 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and bidets. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
GGuest User2025.12.30
I like Richmond Hotels for their modern decor and well-maintained property. Unfortunately this location in particular falls short of the most basic criteria of a hotel - cleanliness, especially in Japan. There were molds found in the bathroom in between the tub and the wall, as well as in between the window silts. The location of the hotel is about 5 mins walk from the Yamagata Station. Staff were nice and hospitable. The free midnight snack and free drinks and ice cream in the lounge were nice touches to the stay.
A stay at Yamagata Grand Hotel places you in the heart of Yamagata, steps from Yamagata Manabikan and 5 minutes by foot from Nanukamachi Palaca Weir. This hotel is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bunshokan.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a hair salon, and a vending machine.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 104 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
EE8720****2026.01.02
The room was very large and spacious for a family of three. The hotel was a bit dated, but very comfortable. The beds were not the best, not very supportive on the back and shoulders. Overall, it was a comfortable two night stay in a very nice and convenient area with a lot of restaurant choices within 500 meters.
With a stay at Yamagata Kokusai Hotel in Yamagata, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Yamagata Castle and Yamagata City Local History Museum. This hotel is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Lina World and 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Glorious serving guests of Yamagata Kokusai Hotel. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 177 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.
NNassohot2025.12.07
I was very impressed with my stay at this hotel. The service was good, the rooms were clean, and the breakfast was varied. If I come back here again, I will definitely stay here again. Most importantly, there is a window with a view and the room is spacious and comfortable.
A stay at Comfort Hotel Yamagata places you in the heart of Yamagata, steps from S-PAL and 7 minutes by foot from Utakake Inari Shrine. This hotel is 11 mi (17.6 km) from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Beni no Kura.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Make yourself at home in one of the 108 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles.
JJSTW2026.01.25
This hotel is located just in front of Yamagata JR / Shinkansen station, it’s perfect for a family stay especially with childrens Becos of very short distance walk only from Yamagata station. Highly recommended Becos not only location is perfect, room are clean.
With a stay at Hotel Crown Hills Yamagata, you'll be centrally located in Yamagata, just a 4-minute walk from S-PAL and 6 minutes by foot from Utakake Inari Shrine. This hotel is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Horetsu Shrine.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Make yourself at home in one of the 100 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature hair dryers and bathrobes. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.
CCarl Andrei Castro2026.02.25
Really good location and room is cozy I like it. Dont expect a good television it was a small monitor but you dont use it anywayz i like the place and had a comfortable stay. My restroom has a small in the sink but it’s bearable
Located in Yamagata, Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station West is in the business district, a 1-minute drive from Kajo Park and 9 minutes from Lina World. This hotel is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Tendo Onsen and 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Yamadera Basho Museum.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
At Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station West, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 139 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature slippers and toilets with an electronic bidet. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided weekly.
BBingkuo2026.01.21
Special Highlights: The room boasts a picturesque green mountain view right outside the window, and at night, you can fall asleep to the sounds of insects and birds. The toiletries are from an eco-friendly brand, which is a fantastic touch!
Transportation & Surroundings: It's about a 15-minute drive from the city center, very convenient if you have a car. There's a small stream nearby perfect for a leisurely walk, making it an excellent escape from the hustle and bustle.
Service Attitude: The host even prepared a handwritten welcome card and fresh fruit, making us feel incredibly warm and welcomed during our trip.
Recommended for: Couples or families looking for a quiet and heartwarming accommodation experience.
You'll be centrally located in Yamagata with a stay at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata, you'll be 15 minutes by foot from Kajo Park. This hotel is 11 mi (17.8 km) from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from S-PAL.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as karaoke. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a hair salon, and wedding services.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Mogamitei serving guests of Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 224 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and electric kettles.
AAishenghuodeJessie2025.12.24
The hotel's location couldn't be more convenient. It's connected to JR, and just a 2-minute walk to the left of the exit is the bus stop for Zao Onsen. There are also supermarkets and pharmacies nearby, and plenty of small restaurants across the street. The rooms in the South Wing are very new, and the Japanese breakfast is highly recommended.
With a stay at Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae in Yamagata, you'll be just steps from Yamagata Museum of Science and Industry and Yamagin Kenmin Hall. This hotel is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Kajo Park.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
At Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 214 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
GGuest User2025.10.20
Nice and clean business hotel very near the Yamagata train station. Location is top notch! Basic hotel with everything you'd need. There is an artificial onsen on the 14th floor, which was good for a soak after a long day. Breakfast buffet was basic but tasty. Warm foods like rice, miso soup, bacon, stir fried veggies, etc were available in addition to some pastries and bread with butter and jams.
Will definitely stay again when in the Yamagata area.
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GGuest UserA wonderful place to stay in. The service was fantastic. The room was huge, much too large for just a solo traveler like me but it would have been perfect if I had brought my wife and child along. The onsen quality was great, albeit the fittings at the shower area were a bit old. The food was hands down amazing and featured great local produce. Honestly there was too much for one person to finish! What I especially liked was that they had a separate room on the first floor where if it was too early for you to check in, you could drop your luggage off, change, and then grab your gear and head to the slopes. Same thing if you intend to charge the slopes a bit more on your last day, just leave your stuff in the storage room, hit the slopes, come back and change out, hit the onsen for the last time, then go off. Definitely recommending this place to my friends visiting Zao.
ZZoeAbsolutely lovely place. At first I thought I'd be uncomfortable with how spaceous the room was (I'm a very jumpy solo traveller), but the room was just so comfy with an excellent view. The heater was a bit hot, but there was an electric fan too, so all was great.
The hotel allows you to have a free 50 minute private bath each night, and the private baths are amazing, able to accommodate up to five persons and with windows to let in the light and stuff. Excellent onsen water -- very acidic and very hot. Takes some time getting used to the heat, but once you do it's a heavenly experience. There are also public baths (free of charge) that you could enjoy throughout the night and into early morning (they're closed for cleaning only during 9-12 in the morning), one indoor and one outdoor, both connected to one another. The outdoor one is a bit small, but it's so refreshing to be able to flee from the stifling indoor onsen to enjoy the crisp winter air while soaking up in the heat.
GGuest UserEven though we called the hotel stating that we would be late for the check-in and dinner as there was heavy snow in the highway. The staff postponed it to 730. However, the snow was so heavy, we lost our way in town and we arrived at 8:10. The staff saying that we were too late and rejected to provide any food for us. we had to walk downhill to the town to find our own dinner. however, on the second night of our stay, we noticed that the other guests were having dinner at 9:10 when we passed by the restaurant. We know that we were late, but I believed that hotel is in the hospitality industry, the staff have to be considerate to the guests. as we were not meant to be late on purpose, just because of the bad weather outside, we couldn’t drive fast. We were in the highway 2 1/2 hours without any food and drink in the hope of arriving on time.
GGuest UserThe trip was planned few weeks ahead, accommodation options in Zao Onsen are scarce. If there were other options, I probably would not go with this hotel again.
- Before arrival, I called the hotel twice using trip.com but no one answered.
- There was only one front desk staff handling check-in. I have waited for 20 minutes for check-in and the Indian family has it waited for 35 minutes. There was another staff coming out from the office and acknowledged the queue. However no action was taken despite the long wait by guest.
- I inquired about shuttle bus service but the staff at the entrance said “No shuttle bus”. I saw shuttle bus having the hotel name around the Zao Onsen area.
- On the first day of room cleaning, the cleaning lady has not replaced the used porcelain cup and Japanese cup. Also no replenishment on tea bags and toilet amenities. At this price point of over USD500 per night, I was quite surprised.
- There are 2 onsen places, one outside the hotel and one on the 1F. The outdoor onsen inside the hotel was not opened and the reason is “snow accumulation”.
Overall, the room is spacious and clean but the service did not meet the expectations.
GGuest UserThe hotel has a Showa-era feel. There's no elevator, so you have to carry your luggage up yourself, thankfully it's only on the second floor. There are six private baths that can be booked in advance, and you can use them freely after 9 pm as long as no one is there – it's fantastic! After soaking in the hot springs, they even give you complimentary milk. Dinner was Yamagata beef shabu-shabu, which was delicious. I'd definitely stay here again next time I'm in Zao!
GGuest UserOverall a practical hotel close to the slopes, room was simple but fine. Free shuttle provided which proved very convenient. Breakfast was good with different options both Japanese and western styles. Staff was helpful especially the Japanese personnel and the young lady in the breakfast room however there was one Indian-like man who was not really hospitable, never smiling and never talking (no hello, nothing at all) staring at you which made me uncomfortable.
AAl_AlThe location is super convenient, just a 2-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ropeway Station. There's a ski rental shop about a 1-minute walk away. You can store your ski equipment in a specific locker in your room on the ground floor, or use the password-locked lockers in the lobby. Zao Bus Terminal is about a 7-minute walk. They even offer a free ride back to Zao Bus Terminal when you check out. For dinner, there are six delicious and beautifully presented options to choose from. A Lawson convenience store is about a 5-minute walk for evening snacks. The onsen (hot spring) is a good size, not too big, not too small. And since there weren't many guests, it was a very pleasant experience.
啾啾啾啾啾啾The accommodation is about a 10-minute walk from the station, which is a bit more difficult when it snows. It seems that he provides parking lot, which is more suitable for people who drive.
There is also a large supermarket within a 10-minute walk nearby, which is very convenient.
The baths for men and women are separate, so you don't have to wait for a long time, which is very convenient! Very recommended
There is a free bar and snacks downstairs which is a good deal.
MmihamoonloveAfter arriving at the bus stop, I found out that there are no taxis in the Zao Onsen area in the summer. I was in a pinch, so I called the inn and they arranged a free shuttle, which was very helpful!
As soon as I got off the bus, a staff member greeted me with a smile and quickly carried my luggage into the inn. Once I arrived, all the staff were very polite and pleasant, leaving a very good impression! The man at the front desk was especially kind and warm, and his soft Yamagata accent was very soothing.
The hot spring water temperature and quality were excellent, and the open-air bath allowed me to relax and unwind while feeling the nature. It was also very convenient to be able to watch YouTube and Netflix on the TV in my room.
There was an event going on, so the menu was different from usual, but the food was excellent. Everything was delicious, and I was especially impressed by the large selection of fresh vegetables and the many options available, including one that catered to vegetarians and vegans!
Overall, it was a wonderful inn, but there were some disappointments. Even though the room was renovated and comfortable, the unit bath was quite old and dated. Also, while soaking in the smaller of the two large (small) baths, the bath was so small that body soap and shampoo from people washing their bodies and hair kept getting into the hot spring, which was very unpleasant. It's a real shame to have such a wonderful hot spring bath only to be soaked in dirty water and soaps constantly seeping in. 😢
I really wish this smaller bath would be a private bath where only those who have thoroughly washed themselves in the larger large bath could enjoy a leisurely soak, eliminating the body soap and shampoo.
GGuest UserMy room, shared restrooms, & bath were extremely clean! The home is full of character & clearly well-taken care of.
Right by Yamagata Station & perfect place to shop. Bunch of parks as well, Kajo Park in particular has the Yamagata Castle Ruins. I spent a day going to Ginzan Onsen, further away compared to Zao. Definitely beautiful view but make sure you are aware of the bus & train schedules, because they come by roughly once an hour.
The hostess is as nice as the reviews say she is! A little awkward at first, but she'd chat with me & patient when I tried speaking in Japanese. Very cheery personality! There was an avalanche risk warning, but she reassured me I'll be safe going to Ginzan Onsen. She'd come out to greet or see me off each day. Overall, very pleasant!
Amenities were great! She provided basic necessities without extra charge (toothbrush/paste, towels) AND a yukata!! The futon was already set out for me when I arrived. Each night, when I returned, the bath was ready so I could go straight to showering & soaking. Lastly the amazing breakfast like the other reviews have stated. So cheap for how much food she gives you! Great variety, the rice smelled amazing, & a little different each meal. You come down at the agreed time, sit at a table with the TV on, & eat the meal in peace.
Overall, the best place I stayed at in Japan & will definitely book again when visiting Yamagata! You really get to live the traditional Japanese-lifestyle!
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