Best Lodgings around Yamagata Spot List

A ryokan with a view of a silvery waterfall

Ginzan Onsen's quintessential ryokan is also registered as a Tangible Cultural Property

A hotel featuring handpicked Yamagata beef

A boutique inn with plenty of privacy

Dip into the popular private baths, accented with the aroma of wood

Wakamatsuya is situated a 3-minute walk from the Zao Onsen Ski Resort and the Zao Bus Terminal. It houses 3 public hot spring baths, including one which can be privately used based on availability. Its Japanese-style rooms offer mountain views.

Surrounded by sacred mountains and untouched nature, Tamonkan is housed in a historic Japanese-style building. Complimentary tea and snacks are served to welcome guests. Dewa Shrine is located an 8-minute walk away.

Tsukaya Ryokan is a accommodation with a history of over 300 years. All rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors.

Only a 5-minute walk from JR Yamagata Train Station, Hotel New Mogamiya offers accommodations with a flat-screen satellite TV. Massages can be requested for an extra relaxation.

Located within a 10-minute walking distance from the Zao Sky Cable aerial lift, Miyamaso Takamiya features 9 natural hot spring baths for guests to enjoy. The wooden structure of the property portrays a traditional Japanese-style accommodation.

Built on a 10,000 square metre property, Meigetsuso is located a 10-minute drive from Kaminoyama Onsen Station. Guests can enjoy the various flora of the Japanese Garden and Free Wi-Fi is available at the lobby.

Only a 5-minute walk from JR Yamagata Station’s West exit, Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae features comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi, drinks vending machines and massage treatments. It offers a 24-hour front desk and free-use internet PCs.

Only a 1-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Kokusai Hotel offers indoor/outdoor spacious hot-spring baths and Japanese-style rooms. Guests can refresh with a quick 10-minute massage at the lounge or request for longer massages in their rooms.

Located in Tsuruoka, within 6 km of Kamo Aquarium and 28 km of Atsumi Onsen, Hotel Tetora Resort Tsuruoka provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

Comfort Hotel Tendo is conveniently located in front of the JR Tendo Station of the Ouu main line/JR Yamagata Shinkansen and less than six kilometres from the Yamagata Airport.

Located in Zao Pension Village, Pension Apple features a large award-winning garden, a 24-hour indoor bath and an open-air bath that overlooks the valley. It offers bicycle rentals and a free shuttle to/from Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Area.

Situated in Tsuruoka, 26 km from Kamo Aquarium, Hagurosan Sankouin / Vacation STAY 40373 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located in the Mount Haguro district and Atsumi Onsen is 44 km away.

Just a 1-minute walk from JR Yamagata Train Station, Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae offers modern accommodations with free wired internet and a video-on-demand (VOD) system.

Only a 5-minute walk from the Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Omiya Ryokan features Japanese-style rooms, hot spring baths and massage treatments. The hotel offers Japanese dining and ski storage facilities.

Hotel Rich & Garden Sakata / Vacation STAY 81246 offers accommodation in Sakata. The hotel features both free WiFi and free private parking. The units in the hotel are fitted with a TV.