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The best homestays in Zao Onsen

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Pension Puutaro

Zao Onsen

Set 500 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Pension Puutaro offers 3-star accommodation in Zao Onsen and features a garden.

s
siu
From
Hong Kong
As well as having a separate entrance to the dry room, the location is very close to the ski slopes.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
US$152.15
1 night, 2 adults

Green Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room

Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Green Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room features accommodation with free WiFi and...

S
Shu-Yun
From
Taiwan
Perfect location and friendly hosts that offer useful information about the area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
US$66.94
1 night, 2 adults

Polar Bear 藏王白熊民宿

Kaminoyama (Near Zao Onsen)

Situated in Kaminoyama, 2.2 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Polar Bear 藏王白熊民宿 has ski-to-door access, a shared lounge and rooms with free WiFi access. The property features mountain views.

S
Stefano
From
Italy
Extremely cute place run by the sweetest Taiwanese couple. They speak multiple languages - Japanese, Chinese and English. They were also super helpful with providing us with all of the necessary information, ensuring that we were well taken care of for breakfast (amazing with proper coffee) and transport. The place was so warm and cozy with heated floors in the rooms which is a great plus for us who don’t do well with the cold.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
US$97.37
1 night, 2 adults

Snowfall Meteor 飛雪流星

Kaminoyama (Near Zao Onsen)

Situated in Kaminoyama in the Yamagata region, Snowfall Meteor 飛雪流星 has a garden. It is located 2.2 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort and provides luggage storage space.

A
Alexandre
From
Switzerland
Everything . The couple who runs it are so nice :) they were very sweet to the kids We booked the big panda room and our kids loved it !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
US$64.80
1 night, 2 adults

Yamagata Zao Pension Aplon Stage

Kaminoyama (Near Zao Onsen)

Yamagata Zao Pension Aplon Stage is a 3-star property set in Kaminoyama. It offers free WiFi, ski-to-door access, a garden and a restaurant.

D
Dan Alin
From
Romania
the owners are very helpful and friendly. they served us really good breakfast. we felt like home. we will definitely go back during summer.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$85.20
1 night, 2 adults

Zao Base スキー場から徒歩1分

Yamagata (Near Zao Onsen)

Situated in Yamagata with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Zao Base スキー場から徒歩1分 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub.

S
Sophie
From
United States
We particularly love its antique Japanese taste. The inside bedroom and restrooms are super clean. The location is super good. Easy to travel within the village. You may feel the setting of the entrance passage looks like a movie setting. It will give you special memories years later when you look back now.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
US$48.69
1 night, 2 adults

半芸ハウス

Yunohara (Near Zao Onsen)

Set in Yunohara and only 35 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, 半芸ハウス offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

J
Jeremiah
From
Singapore
The aesthetic and location of the property were all top notch! It’s only accessible by car so do take note! We went for a stay here in winter and although there could be more heating, I found myself really loving the whole atmosphere and vibe of the property. The owner was also extremely friendly and helpful, even helping us shovel snow off the driveway and even our car! I can’t help but sing high praises for this property and I would definitely return in the future! Thank you for the amazing stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Location 8.6
Price from
US$146.06
1 night, 2 adults

Winter Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room

Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen in the Yamagata region, with Zao Onsen Ski Resort nearby, Winter Season - 民泊 Matsuo House in Zao Onsen - Japanese Style - Private Room features accommodation with free WiFi and...

l
lauren
From
United Kingdom
I really liked how welcoming and cozy my stay was! the owners were very helpful in recommending things to do! as I don’t ski, I went snow shoeing and it was super fun. I was also able to use the local onsen for free as the owners of the property gave me a locals card. overall I had a great time!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Location 9.7

Lodge Christmas Rose Zao

Zao Onsen

Lodge Christmas Rose Zao has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Zao Onsen, less than 1 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort.

G
Gulati
From
India
The people running it were amazing, so helpful, drove us around everywhere in zao and took care of every need!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews
Location 8.5
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$91.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
    The accommodation is great and the host family is super nice! Great place to stay when skiing. They helped us out a lot and gave us lots of good advice that allowed us to enjoy Zao Onsen to the max.
    Guest review by
    Magnus
    People with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
    Great place to stay Taka, Oraphin and Yui are great hosts and we really enjoyed our time in Zao. The location is perfect easy access to #3 and restaurants in the village.
    Guest review by
    Rob
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
    Lovely hosts, great location, clean spacious traditional rooms, electric heater available, nice view from the window, well appointed kitchen, and friendly dining room.
    Guest review by
    Katia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$91.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
    Oraphin and Taka (and of course the little one) are the most lovely hosts! Location is excellent and you are basically within a 10 min walk to all onsen and ropeways. One of the public baths is literally 20 seconds away! The space heater is also amazing and the first floor common space is always toasty :) Matsuo house is a must stay if you want a homestay-like experience in Japan :)
    Guest review by
    カビヤ
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$162.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
    Lovely host.
    Guest review by
    TSUNG-YING
    People with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
    I really liked how welcoming and cozy my stay was! the owners were very helpful in recommending things to do! as I don’t ski, I went snow shoeing and it was super fun. I was also able to use the local onsen for free as the owners of the property gave me a locals card. overall I had a great time!
    Guest review by
    lauren
    Solo traveller
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