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Takasagoya Ryokan 3 stars

Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen and only 200 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takasagoya Ryokan offers accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking. A public bath is available for guests. The ryokan features family rooms. everything, their excellent hospitality, delicious food, affordable rate and the free onsen nearby is unbeatable. Definitely I’ll go back again

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9.1
Superb
241 reviews
Price from
£51
per night

Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya 4 stars

Tendo Onsen, Tendo

The ryokan offers soothing natural hot spring bath in natural stone tubs and an open-air hot springs bath. A shared lounge features a tatami (woven-straw) floor and view of a Japanese garden. The ryokan also offers free use of bicycles. Great rooms. We had both Japanese dinner and breakfast... what a treat!! The staff was wonderful as well. From the women's onsen you can see a cherry tree, and it happened to be in bloom! It was a truly extraordinary experience and worth the money.

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9.1
Superb
211 reviews
Price from
£102
per night

Matsushima Ichinobo 4 stars

Matsushima

Featuring free property-wide WiFi, a spa centre and a seasonal outdoor pool, Matsushima Ichinobo offers accommodation in Matsushima. The ryokan has a hot spring bath and sauna, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. Everything is amazing. It is expensive, but you get what you pay. I recommend staying for at least 2 nights. I stayed for only one night, and I think I could have enjoyed more (like the gardens and the free rental bike service) if I had more time. Having said that,I thoroughly enjoyed my bedroom, the lounge, restaurant, the baths. The free all you can eat ice cream in the lounge was also a positive surprise.

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9
Superb
133 reviews
Price from
£286
per night

Tagoto 3 stars

Aizuwakamatsu

Japanese-style rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor and traditional futon bedding, while Western rooms come with beds and an en suite bathroom. All rooms are air-conditioned and fitted with an LCD TV and a fridge. This is a Japanese traditional hotel. The hosts are very friendly and try to help all the time. Although it is sometimes not easy to communicate in English, but they tried their best to understand us and also express themselves. Actually with Google Translator there is no communication issues anymore. My room is the one with private bathroom but still I can use the big bath outside the room, which is very comfortable. The dinner and breakfast are wonderful!! I would be very happy to stay here next time if I visit this city again.

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9
Superb
463 reviews
Price from
£45
per night

Tamonkan 2 stars

Mount Haguro, Tsuruoka

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. Free WiFi is available in all areas. What a great find this place was. A very traditional Japanese guest house with ultra friendly and accommodating hosts. This property has been in their family for generations and they go out of their way to be friendly and helpful. The meals were excellent and there was an English explanation for each dish served 😊. A big bonus is the short walk to the stairs to climb Mt Haguro. (Not that that makes the stairs any easier!) We thoroughly enjoyed our two night stay here!

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9.2
Superb
128 reviews
Price from
£39
per night

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso 4 stars

Zao Onsen

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. Free Wi-Fi is available at the lobby. An exceptional and authentic experience. The food was delicious, the staff was so welcoming and professional. This place heals your body and soul. 12/10!! We will be back for sure, recommended!!!

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9
Superb
144 reviews
Price from
£215
per night

Shikitei Morioka TsunagiOnsen 4 stars

Tsunagi Onsen, Morioka

At Shikitei Morioka TsunagiOnsen Ryokan, guests can relax in the outdoor/indoor hot spring baths or get a soothing massage at a surcharge. Luggage storage service is available at the front desk and a gift shop and drinks vending machines can also be found on site. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. You won't have any problems even if you don't speak Japanese. The shared bath was very nice but the highlight for me was the private onsen, going in and out of the onsen while enjoying the night sky all night was a really nice experience. The food was exceptional, both dinner and breakfast.

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9
Superb
157 reviews
Price from
£136
per night

Yukemuri no Yado Inazumi Onsen 4 stars

Yuzawa

Yukemuri no Yado Inazumi Onsen has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Yuzawa. This 4-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Guests also enjoy access to the sauna and hot spring bath, as well as the public bath and open-air bath. The surroundings, cleanliness, service, facilities and food.

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9.7
Exceptional
14 reviews
Price from
£218
per night

Oyado Morinone

Kaminoyama Onsen, Kaminoyama

Situated in Kaminoyama, 17 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Oyado Morinone offers accommodation with a sauna, a hot spring bath and a public bath. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony. The ryokan features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. This was the most elegant and restful stay of my life. Food is incredible - deserves a bib gourmand! Rooms are large and comfortable with a view. Onsen is lovely. The best is the free alcohol and hot drink service in the evenings around the fireplace. Definitely stay here if you can! It’s once in a lifetime type stuff

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9.4
Superb
23 reviews
Price from
£170
per night

Hotel Ubudo 3 stars

Matsushima

Boasting a garden and a shared lounge, Hotel Ubudo is located in Matsushima and is 900 metres from Entsuin Temple. The property is close to several noted attractions, around a 5-minute walk from Matsushima Fish Market and around 600 metres from Godaido Temple. Shiogama Fish market is 6 km from the hotel and Zuigan-ji Temple is a 10-minute walk away. We like everything about the hotel.

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9
Superb
39 reviews
Price from
£236
per night

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