Title: Kinosato Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kinosato Travelers soak in restorative hot springs at this mountain retreat before sampling regional specialties, all while surrounded by natural beauty ## Photo gallery for Kinosato ![Hot springs - Kinosato (Yamagata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17095300/17095271/6f84b90b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![[Mountain Side Luxury] Guaranteed Corner Room on 3rd Floor, Japanese-Modern Twin, Non-Smoking | View from room - Kinosato (Yamagata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17095300/17095271/d0b0d082.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![[Chic Modern] Twin + Japanese Room with 8 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets - Kinosato (Yamagata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17095300/17095271/e3673e78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hiking - Kinosato (Yamagata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17095300/17095271/14299b78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hot springs - Kinosato (Yamagata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17095300/17095271/4a8cb338.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort in Zaoonsen offers relaxation and nature. Guests enjoy indoor public baths, on-site hot springs, and free in-room WiFi. The 24-hour public bath ensures constant relaxation, with shopping and dining options completing the experience. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Housekeeping £216 11 Mar - 12 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=17095271&PinnedHotelID=17095271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=17095271&PinnedHotelID=17095271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=17095271&PinnedHotelID=17095271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=17095271&PinnedHotelID=17095271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=17095271&PinnedHotelID=17095271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=17095271&PinnedHotelID=17095271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=17095271&PinnedHotelID=17095271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=17095271&PinnedHotelID=17095271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### View all photos for \[Mountain Side Standard\] Japanese Room, 10 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking ![[Mountain Side Standard] Japanese Room, 10 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17095300/17095271/78de8c2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### \[Mountain Side Standard\] Japanese Room, 10 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Heating Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Hairdryer Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Futons ### View all photos for \[Mountain Side Superior\] Japanese-Modern Twin, 12 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking ![[Mountain Side Superior] Japanese-Modern Twin, 12 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17095300/17095271/13ee8069.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### \[Mountain Side Superior\] Japanese-Modern Twin, 12 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Heating Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Hairdryer Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Mountain view - 235 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon ### View all photos for \[Chic Modern\] Twin + Japanese Room with 8 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking ![[Chic Modern] Twin + Japanese Room with 8 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17095300/17095271/e3673e78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### \[Chic Modern\] Twin + Japanese Room with 8 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Heating Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Hairdryer Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for \[Mountain Side Luxury\] Guaranteed Corner Room on 3rd Floor, Japanese-Modern Twin, Non-Smoking ![[Mountain Side Luxury] Guaranteed Corner Room on 3rd Floor, Japanese-Modern Twin, Non-Smoking | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17095300/17095271/1fa783a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### \[Mountain Side Luxury\] Guaranteed Corner Room on 3rd Floor, Japanese-Modern Twin, Non-Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Heating Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Hairdryer Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Mountain view - 301 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for \[Japanese Room with 8 + 8 Tatami Mats\] Two Rooms, Non-Smoking ![[Japanese Room with 8 + 8 Tatami Mats] Two Rooms, Non-Smoking | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17095300/17095271/bb9bf137.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### \[Japanese Room with 8 + 8 Tatami Mats\] Two Rooms, Non-Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Heating Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 6 - 6 Single Futons ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYamagata-Hotels-Kinosato.h17095271.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYamagata-Hotels-Kinosato.h17095271.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Zaoonsen, a neighbourhood in Yamagata, is home to Kinosato. Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sanroku Ropeway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lina World and Beni no Kura. Senshinan and Yamagata Museum of Science and Industry are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. [Visit our Yamagata travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yamagata.dx6054141) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.16166%2C140.39185&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ivqRa94g8KxURCjmoPK20r2wHso=) 1271-1 Zao Onsen, Yamagata, 990-2301 ### What's nearby - ![Beautiful Frozen Forest Covered By Powder Snow On The Ropeway To The Hill Of Mount Zao Range, Zao Juhyo Festival, Yamagata , Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104152/2afea211-a3e3-4805-8c3f-c0f3052a2e8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Zao Sanroku Ropeway 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Zao Chuo Ropeway 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Zao Sky Cable 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Zao Super Slider 4 min drive \- 1.1 miles ### Getting around - Akayu Station 29 min drive - Yamagata (GAJ) 49 min drive ### Restaurants - どさん娘蔵王のいえ 7 min walk - 蔵王レストラン パノラマ 17 min drive - 音茶屋 5 min walk - 奥村そばや 11 min walk - トマトの森 11 min drive ## About this property ### Kinosato Ryokan near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort An indoor public bath (no minerals), shopping on-site and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Kinosato. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot springs or the 24-hour public bath. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Hot springs on-site, luggage storage and a vending machine Room features All guestrooms at Kinosato boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes. 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Hot springs water temperature - 42 ºC - Public indoor bath (no minerals) - Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Separate men/women areas in public bath - Yukata (Japanese robes) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchairs on site ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Slippers - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Refrigerator ### More - Safe - Tatami (woven mat) flooring ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 6:30 PM to receive dinner. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Hot springs access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities ### Property is also known as Kinosato Inn Yamagata Kinosato Inn Kinosato Yamagata Kinosato Ryokan Kinosato Yamagata Kinosato Ryokan Yamagata ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kinosato pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Kinosato? ### How much is parking at Kinosato? ### What time is check-in at Kinosato? ### What time is check-out at Kinosato? ### Where is Kinosato located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Kinosato Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yuno 25 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 整體都蠻不錯的。飯店的人員也都很親切。 溫泉的話偏燙，不喜歡太燙的溫泉的人可能會有點可惜。 ##### Yuno Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### KENTARO 17 Jun 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 和風モダンの部屋だったのですが畳の上にベッド置いただけでベッドも小さくあまり寝られなかった。風呂はいいのですが、値段に合っていないと思いました。食事は普通に美味しいです。 ##### KENTARO Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHIHMING 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 非常有特色的旅館，日式的晚餐及早餐非常好吃，有機會到藏王的話，會想在入住 ##### CHIHMING Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 25 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 酒店員工很親切友善，房間很舒適清潔，食物質素十分好，一定會再來入住 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### アキラ 1 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 当日は雨降りでした。 雪害防止のためと思われますが、屋根に雨樋がついていないため、泊まった部屋の窓の外に玄関の金属屋根があるため、そこに垂れた雨音が一晩中気になったのが残念でした。雫が落ちる部分に音消しの何か対策されていたらよかった。 趣や食事、接客など申し分なかった事から余計勿体無いと思いました。 ##### アキラ Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lawrence 12 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 酒店非常近藏王吊車，走路約5分鐘。 有專車接送來往藏王溫泉街或公交站。 溫泉十分舒適但需走一段室外的路。 前台工作人員十分友善。 ##### Lawrence Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 9 Mar 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 服務非常非常好，很親切。 旅館造景精細，值得好好欣賞。 晚餐與隔日早餐豐盛，小胃的人就可惜啦～～～ ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s24-p9148bec0-04cd-11e7-9637-92bb44d4284a-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1786-pd45115a0-04cd-11e7-9fd9-4a2f1ca4fdf9-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1007-peedd4ed0-04cc-11e7-a53b-3ab093c405aa-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s152-p3102e6d0-04cd-11e7-9fd9-4a2f1ca4fdf9-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller ---