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1. Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & SpaZao
$55
$66 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
2. Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro
Kappa no Yado Ryokan SanjiroZao
$162
$185 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
4. Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi
Tabinoteitaku Zao MiyagiZao
$146
$160 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
7. Venezian Hotels Shiroishi Zao
Venezian Hotels Shiroishi ZaoShiroishi
$53
$58 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
8. Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin mae
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami - Daigaku Byouin maeYamagata
$84
$93 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
11. Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Sendai Sakunami
Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Sendai SakunamiAoba Ward
$174
$191 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
12. Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station West
Toyoko Inn Yamagata Station WestJonanmachi
$60
$66 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
13. Super Hotel Yamagataeki Nishiguchi Natural Hot Springs
Super Hotel Yamagataeki Nishiguchi Natural Hot SpringsFutabacho
$48
$55 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
14. Takamiya Hotel Hammond
Takamiya Hotel HammondZaoonsen
$63
$73 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
15. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
Hotel Metropolitan YamagataKasumicho
$68
$82 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
16. Sendai Royal Park Hotel
Sendai Royal Park HotelIzumi Ward
$69
$87 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
17. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimaeYamagata
$65
$71 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
18. Hotel Route-Inn Natori
Hotel Route-Inn NatoriNatori
$76
$84 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
19. Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
Richmond Hotel Yamagata EkimaeFutabacho
$72
$79 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
20. Comfort Hotel Yamagata
Comfort Hotel YamagataKasumicho
$49
$53 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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$225
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$544 total
Yuasobi No Yado Shunjuan Sansatei
Yuasobi No Yado Shunjuan SansateiZao
Togattaonsen Bettei Yamabuki
Togattaonsen Bettei YamabukiZao
Pension Hidamari
Pension HidamariZao
Tabino Teitaku Realiser Zao
Tabino Teitaku Realiser ZaoZao
Chill Out Glamping Zao
Chill Out Glamping ZaoZao
Bardenya Soho
Bardenya SohoZao
Hotel Zao Mets
Hotel Zao MetsZao
Ryokan Sansa Tei
Ryokan Sansa TeiZao
Hoshiakari no Yado Mahoroba
Hoshiakari no Yado MahorobaZao
Ryokan Togatta Onsen Ryokan-genbee
Ryokan Togatta Onsen Ryokan-genbeeZao
Togatta Onsen Tamaya Ryokan
Togatta Onsen Tamaya RyokanZao
$73
per night
$177 total
$169
per night
$372 total
Yuasobi No Yado Shunjuan Sansatei
Yuasobi No Yado Shunjuan SansateiZao
$115
per night
$267 total
makinokutsurogizao
makinokutsurogizaoZao
$443
per night
$974 total
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Togattaonsen Bettei Yamabuki
Togattaonsen Bettei YamabukiZao
$465
per night
$1,041 total
Tabino Teitaku Realiser Zao
Tabino Teitaku Realiser ZaoZao
Hotel Zao Mets
Hotel Zao MetsZao
Ryokan Sansa Tei
Ryokan Sansa TeiZao
Hoshiakari no Yado Mahoroba
Hoshiakari no Yado MahorobaZao
Ryokan Togatta Onsen Ryokan-genbee
Ryokan Togatta Onsen Ryokan-genbeeZao
Togatta Onsen Tamaya Ryokan
Togatta Onsen Tamaya RyokanZao
$63
per night
$76 total
$162
per night
$185 total
Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi
Tabinoteitaku Zao MiyagiZao
$19 off
Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi$171
per night
$188 total
Hoshiakari no Yado Mahoroba
Hoshiakari no Yado MahorobaZao
$92
per night
$109 total
Togatta Onsen Tamaya Ryokan
Togatta Onsen Tamaya RyokanZao
$97
per night
$113 total
Yuasobi No Yado Shunjuan Sansatei
Yuasobi No Yado Shunjuan SansateiZao
$103
per night
$120 total
Tabino Teitaku Realiser Zao
Tabino Teitaku Realiser ZaoZao
$186
per night
$209 total
Togattaonsen Bettei Yamabuki
Togattaonsen Bettei YamabukiZao
Hotel Zao Mets
Hotel Zao MetsZao
Ryokan Sansa Tei
Ryokan Sansa TeiZao
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Our prices for hotels in Zao are cheapest in June
Our prices for hotels in Zao are cheapest in June
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.
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.
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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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