Title: Zao Plaza Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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) # Zao Plaza Hotel Ryokan with free breakfast, steps from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort ![Run of House (Japanese Style Room or Western Style Room) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19095500/19095486/a249c2a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19095500/19095486/338396cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19095500/19095486/8547f918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19095500/19095486/b2ab3390.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19095500/19095486/8064b6cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Zao Plaza Hotel offers an authentic Zaoonsen experience. Enjoy free breakfast, 24-hour access to the public bath, and an indoor mineral hot spring for natural rejuvenation. The on-site restaurant and convenient laundry facilities complete this relaxing retreat. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Laundry - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 9 - Nov 10](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=19095486&PinnedHotelID=19095486&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=19095486&PinnedHotelID=19095486&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 10 - Nov 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=19095486&PinnedHotelID=19095486&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=19095486&PinnedHotelID=19095486&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=19095486&PinnedHotelID=19095486&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=19095486&PinnedHotelID=19095486&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=19095486&PinnedHotelID=19095486&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=19095486&PinnedHotelID=19095486&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Run of House (Japanese Style Room or Western Style Room) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19095500/19095486/73e5ca22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Run of House (Japanese Style Room or Western Style Room) ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Portable fan Private bathroom Hairdryer Bidet Electric kettle Air-conditioning Portable fan Bidet Hair dryer Private bathroom Refrigerator - Sleeps 5 - 2 Single Beds and 5 Single Futons ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYamagata-Hotels-ZAO-PLAZA-HOTEL.h19095486.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYamagata-Hotels-ZAO-PLAZA-HOTEL.h19095486.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C38.17007%2C140.39713&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Mes4wp6KtCbrwEmEsf1Hx8bfzxQ=) 2 Zao Onsen, Yamagata, Yamagata, 990-2301 #### What's nearby - Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Zao Sky Cable - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Zao Chuo Ropeway - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Zao Super Slider - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Zao Sanroku Ropeway - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles #### Getting around - Akayu Station - 30 min drive - Yamagata (GAJ) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪ろばた - ‬5 min walk - ‪Unite Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪どさん娘蔵王のいえ - ‬9 min walk - ‪食事処 とみたや - ‬8 min walk - ‪トマトの森 - ‬12 min drive ## About this property ### Zao Plaza Hotel Ryokan near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort At Zao Plaza Hotel, you can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 24-hour public bath. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a restaurant. Other perks at this ryokan include: - Free self-parking - Hot springs on-site, a gift shop and a front desk safe - Luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Zao Plaza Hotel include comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with bidets and free toiletries - Fridges, electric kettles and portable fans ## Similar properties ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428400/428364/c12d43ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata Yamagata - Spa - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 1,008 reviews £53 1 Dec - 2 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=428364&PinnedHotelID=428364&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16220000/16218900/16218886/98212a19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Takamiya Hotel Hammond Zaoonsen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 8.4 Very good 68 reviews £67 10 Dec - 11 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=16218886&PinnedHotelID=16218886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Hot springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17444800/17444726/4d1f3a1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Omiya Ryokan Zaoonsen - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9 AM - A restaurant ### Things to do - Hot springs - Ski passes - Ski storage ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden ### Spa - 24-hour public bath - Hot springs - Massage - Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Separate men/women areas in public bath - Yukata (Japanese robes) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shared bathroom (in-room sink) - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Phone - Portable fan - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### 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 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 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 ZAO PLAZA HOTEL Yamagata ZAO PLAZA Yamagata ZAO PLAZA ZAO PLAZA HOTEL Ryokan ZAO PLAZA HOTEL Yamagata ZAO PLAZA HOTEL Ryokan Yamagata ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Zao Plaza Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Zao Plaza Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Zao Plaza Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM. ### What time is check-out at Zao Plaza Hotel? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is Zao Plaza Hotel located? > Located in Zaoonsen, this ryokan is steps away from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, Zao Quasi-National Park and Zao Sky Cable. Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Super Slider are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Zao Plaza Hotel 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) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 22 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was great. Onsen was great and available. Food was excellent. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 24 Oct 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 浴場は２か所あり、うち１か所は露天風呂でした。どちらも源泉かけ流しで、24時間入浴OK。ちょっと熱めでしたが、自分にはちょうどよかったです。 紅葉の時期を狙って行ったのですが、運悪く台風と重なってしまい、大雨でホテルから１歩も外出できませんでした。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [B&B Devon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Devon-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d6046196-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Luxury Hotels in Gwynedd](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Gwynedd-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d6234007-tLuxuryHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [AccorHotels Hotels in Ibiza Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ibiza-Town-Hotels-Accor-Hotels.0-0-d1559--bAccorHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Biltmore Mayfair](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Biltmore-Mayfair.h47581.Hotel-Information) > > [La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Da-Nang-Hotels-La-Siesta-Hoi-An-Resort-Spa.h18279351.Hotel-Information) > > [The Apurva Kempinski Bali](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nusa-Dua-Hotels-The-Apurva-Kempinski-Bali.h27400501.Hotel-Information) > > [Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Meriton-Suites-Kent-Street.h19290784.Hotel-Information) > > [Spa Hotels in South Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Coast-Hotels-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d6046244-tSpaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Palazzo Castri 1874 Spa & Garden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Florence-Hotels-Palazzo-Castri-1874-Hotel-Spa.h10129170.Hotel-Information) > > [Forum Residence Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marmaris-Hotels-Forum-Residence-Hotel.h18458796.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Live Max Tokyo Kanda Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tokyo-Hotels-Hotel-Livemax-Tokyo-Kanda-Ekimae.h40226614.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Palia Dolce Farniente](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santanyi-Hotels-Hotel-Palia-Dolce-Farniente.h11900636.Hotel-Information) > > [Apex City of London Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Apex-City-Of-London-Hotel.h1217618.Hotel-Information) > > [Breezes Resort Bahamas All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nassau-Hotels-Breezes-Resort-Bahamas.h173653.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Chongqing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chongqing-Hotels.d6140323.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [flights from montauban airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/airports/xmw/flights-from-montauban-airport) > > [Flights from LON-All Airports to NYC-All Airports](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lon/nyc/london-to-new-york) > > [Flights from New York (JFK) to Phoenix (PHX)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/jfk/phx/new-york-to-phoenix) > > [Flights from Liverpool (LPL) to Shannon (SNN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lpl/snn/liverpool-to-shannon) ### Cars > [Car hire in Kailua-Kona](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kona-Intl.d4280139.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Reading](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Reading.d5664.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Lancaster](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Lancaster.d4673.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Vodice](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Vodice.d6047146.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Marsaxlokk Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marsaxlokk.d6234061.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Croatia Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Croatia.d43.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Littlehampton West Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Littlehampton-West-Beach-Littlehampton.d6281670.Attraction) > > [Bayeux Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bayeux.d4743.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### General > [Visit Oulu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oulu.dx2717)