Zao Kokusai Hotel

Hotels
9.2 (251 reviews)
Zao Onsen 933 , Zao Onsen , JP

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Exceptional service and staff
Cons:
Some areas might feel a bit neglected
Nearby dining options are limited

Categories

Cleanliness
9.24
The rooms and facilities were noted as clean and well-maintained.
Service
9.71
Staff were described as polite, kind, and providing exceptional service.
Location
9.25
Located near the ski slopes with stunning views.
Room Quality
9.2
Rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable with amenities like a massage chair.
Amenities
9.03
Includes various onsens, beautiful views, and good facilities.
Value for Money
8.69
Good value considering the quality, though some found certain aspects expensive.
Food and Beverage
8.93
Breakfast and dinner were delicious and well-prepared.
Overall Experience
9.51
Overall a fantastic experience with a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 20:24

Property Description

Luxurious Hot-Spring Experience
Indulge in the ultimate relaxation at Zao Kokusai Hotel with its indoor/outdoor spacious hot-spring baths. Whether you prefer a quick soak or a private bath reservation, unwind and rejuvenate in the healing waters.

Diverse Accommodation Options
From traditional Japanese tatami rooms to modern Western-style rooms, choose the perfect setting for your stay. Each room is equipped with essential amenities and comforts to ensure a pleasant and cozy experience.

Convenient Location and Excursions
Located just a minute away from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, our hotel offers easy access to various attractions like Okama Crater and Risshaku-ji Temple. Explore the beauty of Yamagata and return to the comfort of Zao Kokusai Hotel for a memorable stay.

Experience luxury and comfort at Zao Kokusai Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

To use the hotel's free shuttle, call upon arrival at Zao Onsen Bus Terminal. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that restaurants around the area are limited and may close early in the evening. Dining options may be difficult to find after 19:00.

Guests with a dinner-inclusive rate must be at the restaurant by 19:00 to eat dinner. Dinner is served from 17:30.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 251 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.24
Service: 9.71
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9.03
Value for Money: 8.69
Food and Beverage: 8.93
Overall Experience: 9.51
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Irit • solo_traveller • il
5
Cons:

מיושן. הצוות לא אדיב. האונסן מאכזב מאוד. במיוחד למישהו שהיה באונסים באזורים אחרים ביפן

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Ludwig • solo_traveller • at
10
Ein großartiger Aufenthalt
Pros:

Ein wunderbares, großzügig angelegtes Hotel mit schönen und großen Räumen. Yucatan und Jacken waren in allen Größen vorhanden. Das Onsen war großartig, sauber und bestens ausgestattet.
Die Pflegeprodukte im ganzen Haus sind hochwertig.
Das Abendessen und das Frühstück waren reichhaltig, abwechslungsreich und köstlich.
Das Angebot an Getränken, Snacks und Eis im Lounge Bereich war gut und angenehm.

Cons:

Wir haben eine Bar vermisst.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
J
Jo • family_with_children • jp
10
大満足
Pros:

お風呂、部屋、食事、スタッフの対応、皆大満足でした。

Cons:

無しで

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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takuma • couple • jp
10
コスパ最高
Pros:

部屋がものすごく綺麗
温泉が綺麗
ご飯、飲み物が美味しい

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
日極 • solo_traveller • jp
8
Pros:

帰るときまでは、食事、施設、温泉、スタッフ全てよかった

Cons:

実は山形駅で傘を忘れてしまいまして、傘を持っていませんでした。帰るとき、雨が降っており、バスターミナル待て10分ほど歩くため、困っていました。売店に傘は売っていなかったので、ホテルの傘を貸してもらえないかと頼みました。が、ホテルに返せないので駄目だと言われました。駄目かと思っていましたが、何かもっと親身になって相談にのってくれるかと思いましたが、とてもあっさりしていて、本当にどうしようか悲しくなりました。そこまではとても印象が良いスタッフの対応でしたので、とても残念でした。

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Yulia • extended_group • il
9
Very nice comfortable hotel
Pros:

Looks like hotel did full renovation but only rooms. Lobby looks very outdated and old fashioned. Rooms are really great, big, clean, super comfortable. Double room is big enough for 3 person. Onsen is greate, clean and beautiful. Parking is closed to property.

Cons:

Breakfast buffet is very limited and has very few vegetation options. No room service. We arrived at 6 pm that was late to reserve the dinner. So we needed to look for the food in other places.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
F
FENGJEN • couple • tw
9
Pros:

這是一間質感非凡且令人感到極為舒心的頂級酒店!這次在這裡度過了一晚一泊二食的悠閒時光。能直接搭乘旁邊的纜車上山別有一番樂趣。

入住的套房令人驚艷不已,空間寬敞明亮,乾淨舒適得讓人一進房就徹底放鬆。晚餐會席料理都以精緻的和牛為主軸,且每天都有不同的菜色變化,份量相當豐盛大方;早餐的自助餐品項雖不繁複,但每道料理都做得極為精細美味。

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
I
Ikeda • couple • jp
9
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Li-wen • extended_group • tw
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Ryuuji • solo_traveller • jp
10
最高
Pros:

お風呂と食事とお部屋

Cons:

特になし

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
M
Masafumi • couple • jp
8
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
H
Hiroyuki • solo_traveller • jp
10
満足
Pros:

設備

Cons:

ない

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Sara • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

It was a very comfortable, quiet place. The public and private onsens were very nice and relaxing. There was complimentary tea, coffee and juice with snacks every day, with the option to sit at a comfortable table looking out at the waterfall garden. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

It's an uphill walk to get to the hotel unless you take the shuttle.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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KAZUHISA • extended_group • jp
10
すごく良い 又来たい
Pros:

スタッフの対応 笑顔 おもてなしが大変良かった 

Cons:

アルコール類の自販機が無い

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Takanari • couple • jp
10
最高!
Pros:

すべてが期待値以上でした。特に料理の時のスタッフさんの対応がとても丁寧で幸せでした。

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
G
Guillermo • solo_traveller • mx
10
Pros:

The staff was very kind; they make you feel cozy from the first minute. The place is absolutely beautiful, the onsen is such a very relaxing place. Everything in my stay was perfect. Thank you and congrats to all the staff.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Wonderful onsen experience. Exceptional food, wonderful staff.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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CHUN-FANG • solo_traveller • tw
10
Pros:

房間很大,設備齊全。溫泉很舒服,環境、水溫、水量都很不錯。
晚餐安排了涮涮鍋,很好吃。個人因為健康因素不能飲酒,服務人員還很貼心的幫忙換成別的飲料。
飯店離纜車站很近,要到山頂非常方便。
到山形站有接駁車非常方便,要記得先預約。

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Claudia Man Yi • extended_group • hk
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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kudo • solo_traveller • jp
10
Pros:

ウェルカムデザートに感動。
お部屋はとても広く快適でした。
マッサージ機が備えてあり自由に使用でき、お得感がありました。
なんと言っても、温泉の良さですね。
気持ち良かったです。
お風呂上がりの、冷たいドリンクやアイスも最高でした。
夕食も、食べきれないほどの量でしたが、どれも美味しかったです。
朝食は、バイキングでしたがこれもまた最高でした。
大満足の一言です。
身体も心も癒されました。
ステキな時間をありがとうございました。✨

Cons:

とくにありません

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee