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Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Hotel in Yamagata

Located in Yamagata, 10 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking and massage services.

J
Joseph
From
United States
Breakfast was excellent and Location was close to train station
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,001 reviews
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$82.34
1 night, 2 adults
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HOTEL SLOW VILLAGE - Vacation STAY 66828v

Hotel in Hagyū

Located in Hagyū, 30 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, HOTEL SLOW VILLAGE - Vacation STAY 66828v has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
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$119.64
1 night, 2 adults
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Comfort Hotel Yamagata

Hotel in Yamagata

Located 10 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Comfort Hotel Yamagata offers 3-star accommodations in Yamagata and has free bikes. Yamagata Station is a few steps from the hotel.

A
Ahmad Izzanee
From
Malaysia
It's well equipped with the things that you need. Of course not readily available in the room but at request you may even borrow a bicycle! The staff are also friendly and super helpful, people of Yamagata are angelic.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,378 reviews
Price from
$133.62
1 night, 2 adults
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Tsukino HOTEL

Hotel in Sakata

Located in Sakata, 14 miles from Kamo Aquarium, Tsukino HOTEL has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

P
Paul
From
Japan
There is no finer hotel at a fair price in ALL OF TOHOKU than the Tsukino Hotel. It is a UNIQUE and beautiful property, almost like brand-new, this will be my favorite of all hotels booked through Booking.com
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 466 reviews
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$81.73
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae-

Hotel in Yamagata

Located in Yamagata, within 8.2 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort and 2.7 miles of Yamagata Station, Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae- provides accommodations with a restaurant and...

A
Anastasia
From
Japan
Just perfect. I can’t say anything bad about it. The receptionists, the breakfast, the room, the bathroom. All great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 337 reviews
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$79.14
1 night, 2 adults
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Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Hotel in Yamagata

Only a 5-minute walk from JR Yamagata Station’s West exit, the Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae features comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi, beverage vending machines and massage treatments.

E
Elaine
From
United States
The proximity was great and the room very comfortable. Most hotels have smaller rooms but we felt the space was bigger to fit luggage and not feel so cramped.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
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$84.33
1 night, 2 adults
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Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Hotel in Zaō Onsen

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 6-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

P
Prima
From
Indonesia
i like tatami table and futon bed it's very new experience for my entire family, love the traditional room, big room for family, near from the ski area, onsen, easy to find food around there
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
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$367.79
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Route-Inn Tendo

Hotel in Tendo

Located in Tendo, 19 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Hotel Route-Inn Tendo provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and massage services.

K
Kassandra
From
Japan
After staying at this hotel I will now exclusively stay at this particular chain “Route Inn” from now on. I enjoyed absolutely everything they had to offer. The on site onsen was so comfortable. The relaxation room was always kept clean and the vending machines fully stocked. The location was very convenient for my family and friends.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews
Price from
$87.57
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Route-Inn Shinjyo Ekimae

Hotel in Shinjo

Located in Shinjo, within a 8-minute walk of Shinjō Station and 16 miles of Oishida Station, Hotel Route-Inn Shinjyo Ekimae has accommodations with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property...

K
Kemecsei
From
Japan
I made the mistake of reserving the accommodation for the wrong day, but the staff was extremely helpful and changed the dates for free at the last second. Would highly recommend staying here, everyone was so nice!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 549 reviews
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$92.11
1 night, 2 adults
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Onsen & Stay OAKHILL

Hotel in Zaō Onsen

Onsen & Stay OAKHILL is located in Zaō Onsen, a 8-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort. Featuring ski-to-door access, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

K
Kitty
From
Japan
Wonderful onsen hotel, with very helpful and accommodating staff. Great location, beautiful outdoor onsen pools, and having access to so many other onsens in thtoo through our stay here was an unexpected bonus. Would definitely recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews
Price from
$408.65
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews

Only a 5-minute walk from JR Yamagata Station’s West exit, the Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae features comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi, beverage vending machines and massage treatments.

From $100.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 8-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

From $171.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews

Located in Tendo, 19 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Hotel Route-Inn Tendo provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and massage services.

From $88.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 549 reviews

Located in Shinjo, within a 8-minute walk of Shinjō Station and 16 miles of Oishida Station, Hotel Route-Inn Shinjyo Ekimae has accommodations with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Located in Ōyama, 2.3 miles from Kamo Aquarium, Yunohama HOTEL provides accommodations with a spa & wellness center and free private parking.

From $243.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Located in Tsuruoka, within 17 miles of Kamo Aquarium and 29 miles of Shinjō Station, Kyukamura Shonai-Haguro provides accommodations with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

From $181.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Featuring 3-star accommodations, Super Hotel Yamagataeki Nishiguchi Hot Spring is located in Yamagata, 11 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort and a 11-minute walk from Yamagata Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,393 reviews

Set in Yamagata, 5.6 mi from Lina World, Yamagata Grand Hotel offers accommodations with a bar. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. The restaurant serves European cuisine.

From $74.88 per night

Budget hotels in Yamagata

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Featuring 4-star accommodations, Hiyori Yama Hotel is located in Sakata, 14 miles from Kamo Aquarium and 23 miles from Kisakata Harbor. The hotel has family rooms. At the hotel, rooms have a desk.

From $59.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Located in Sakata, 14 miles from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29370 provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

From $99.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Located in Sakata, 14 miles from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29372 provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

From $99.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,210 reviews

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.

From $92.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 5-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, ロッヂ　スガノ has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From $97.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews

Located in Yonezawa, 31 miles from Kitakata Station, Hotel Alpha-One Yonezawa has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From $95.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews

Located within 31 miles of Kitakata Station and 31 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Toyoko Inn Yonezawa Ekimae has rooms in Yonezawa.

From $67.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews

Located within 10 miles of Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort and a 7-minute walk of Yamagata Station, Hotel Capital in Yamagata has rooms in Yamagata.

From $51.89 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 6-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

From $101.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Located in Kaminoyama, 10 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, ステイインホテル材木栄屋 has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Located in Sakata, 14 miles from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29362 has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a TV.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Located in Yamagata, 10 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Yamagata-City AKOYA has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

Located in Zaō Onsen, a 9-minute walk from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Jurin provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and ski-to-door access.

From $264 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

Located in Zaō Onsen and with Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort reachable within a 7-minute walk, Sailer Hütte provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant.

New Grand Hotel

Hotel in Shinjo
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews

Located in Shinjo, within a 8-minute walk of Shinjō Station and 15 miles of Oishida Station, New Grand Hotel provides accommodations with a restaurant and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews

Featuring 2-star accommodations, Hotel New Mogamiya is located in Yamagata, 11 miles from Zao Hotsprings Ski Resort and a 3-minute walk from Yamagata Station.

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Zao Shiki no Hotel

Zaō Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews
Hotel's free bus shuttle from Yamagata train station made it easy to commute to the hotel. The location is excellent within walking distance of snow/ski areas. We purchased Zao Ropeway passes from the hotel (cash only). Complimentary accesss to 2 Onsens and boots and coat was an added bonus! We also enjoyed our Japanese style family dinners at their on site restaurant. Staff was very helpful in calling various agencies to check ski lesson availability as most of the agencies spoke in Japanese only. They also helped us book a taxi on our way back to Yamagata train station as the shuttle service only operates twice a day. The rooms were large and beautiful with breathtaking views of the mountain trees covered in snow!
Guest review by
Pooja
United States

Tachibanaya

Tsuruoka
From $154.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews
The staff were exceptionally kind, generous, helpful, pleasant, welcoming, and fundamentally awesome. They made my stay feel truly special. The facilities are all wonderful... it is such a magical place! The interior courtyard garden is peaceful and lovely. The outdoor onsen is a gem... and not too hot, so one can actually enjoy it for a nice long time. And the food is just delicious, inventive, beautiful, and totally satisfying. I stayed one night, then spent a night away at Mt. Haguro, then returned for a second night's stay at Tachibanaya and felt as though I was coming home!
Guest review by
Eric
United States

Yura Onsen Yaotome

Tsuruoka
From $171.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Beautiful oceanfront location with sunset views from your room. Wonderful Onsen overlooking the sea. Exceptional staff that catered to our every need. Taxi assistance. Gourmet Japanese cuisine. Special diet accommodation. The location is close to the Kamo Aquarium.
Guest review by
Mark Ebaugh
United States

Ichiraku tendo spa & brewery

Tendo
From $534.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews
Great all inclusive especially for beer enthusiasts. The room had a lot of space even with the futons laid out. We enjoyed the open air bath in the room and the private onsen. The meals were fantastic especially the dinners.
Guest review by
Risa
United States

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Zaō Onsen
From $470.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
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!!!
Guest review by
Sergei
Israel

APA Hotel Yamagata Tsuruoka Ekimae

Tsuruoka
From $90.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 776 reviews
The whole vibe of the room was conducive for a solo traveller that didn't need much attention. Facilities quality was decent for the cost. Seriously no complaints, it's wonderful
Guest review by
DemiCL92
Singapore

Hotel Koyo

Kaminoyama
From $364.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Even the staff can not speak english, but the did tried their best to serve us. We are very appreciated their service mind very much. I strongly recommend to stay here.
Guest review by
Thanika
Thailand

Zao Kokusai Hotel

Zaō Onsen
From $222.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 390 reviews
1. Nce room 2.Good dinner (japanese set 3. Close to Zao Rope way station (5 minutes walk) 4. Can book private onzen (around 2000-3000 yen per hour for 2-4 people)
Guest review by
Satinee
Thailand

Yamagata Grand Hotel

Yamagata
From $74.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,393 reviews
It’s quite luxury hotel. But the price is very good. And the location is in center of the town. So you can walk to anywhere in the town less than 20 mins.
Guest review by
Tanakrit
Thailand

Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan

Zaō Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
We have had a very remarkable stayed at omiya ryokan with fully retreated in a Japanese local life style we will comeback to this place again..
Guest review by
visessak
Thailand

Namegawaonsen Fukushimaya

Yonezawa
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Located in scenic mountains west of Fukushima, near famous Namegawa-otaki (waterfall) and a few other waterfalls. Delicious dinner & breakfast.
Guest review by
Michael
United States

Takinoyu Hotel

Tendo
From $214.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
Lovely courtyard and walkway around it. Hotel felt very peaceful. Dining in private room was great.
Guest review by
Supatra
Canada

Kansyokan

Mogami
From $134.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 765 reviews
It’s was deep in the mountains of Yamagata. The view of the mountains was spectacular.
Guest review by
christopher
Japan

Yamagata The Takinami

Nanyo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
beautiful building, excellent public space, delicious and beautiful meals.
Guest review by
チャコちゃん
United States

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10

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata!

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata! The location is absolutely perfect—conveniently connected to the station, making it easy to explore the city and surrounding areas. The hotel itself is modern, clean, and well-maintained, providing a comfortable and relaxing experience. The staff were very welcoming and attentive, always ready to assist with a smile. While their hospitality was excellent, I did find that a bit more fluency in English communication would enhance the experience for international guests. That being said, their warmth and willingness to help more than made up for any language barriers. Overall, I truly enjoyed my stay and would definitely recommend Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata to anyone visiting the area. Looking forward to staying here again in the future!
Guest review by
Dela Cruz
Australia
2.0

We booked this hotel specifically because it was sold and...

We booked this hotel specifically because it was sold and represented as offering a mountain view room. Unfortunately, this turned out to be a serious misrepresentation. Only about 10% of the view included any mountain at all. The overwhelming majority of what we saw from our room was another building and rooftops. This was extremely disappointing and upsetting, especially given the premium we paid for this experience. The disappointment left us distressed and unable to even enjoy the expensive dinner and breakfast that were included in our package. What was meant to be a highlight of our trip turned into a very unpleasant experience. To make matters worse, when we left hastily, we accidentally forgot one of our cell phones in the room. Several hours later, after driving back, we were relieved that the phone had been recovered and placed at the front desk. However, the staff made no effort during the entire day to contact us on our primary phone number to alert us. This lack of initiative and courtesy only added to our frustration. For a hotel of this caliber, we expected honesty in advertising, basic consideration for guests’ wellbeing, and a proactive approach to guest service. Unfortunately, none of these expectations were met.
Guest review by
Jeff Rayden
United States
10

The main town section can offer so many places to visit.

The main town section can offer so many places to visit. Modern looking new museum, small yet beautiful and historic park/shrine, traditional sake brewery, and many many restaurants. We took a long bus ride to a remote onsen town, Shirabu Onsen. Boy, we had fun.. You can hike, see a gorgeous, majestic waterfall, enjoy soba noodle, shopping AND soak in one of the three public bathhouses (they are actually inn but open their baths to the daytime visitors.) The one we went to, Nishiya?, had a spectacular waterfall bath. It's smaller - but if you can visit during weekdays, you may be able to enjoy the space, alone, which we both did. I will never forget being in the bath. Oh, AND, you will probably come across bunch of wild monkeys, roaming around like they own the place :-)
Guest review by
Richard
United States
8.0

Nice village style ski resort.

Nice village style ski resort. Not busy except for the weekend, which ended up a long weekend as it was the Emperor's birthday on the monday. Always good to check public holidays when going to a ski resort and arrive on a Sunday afternoon.
Guest review by
Christian
Australia
10

Sakata is a very quiet town with a few facilities.

Sakata is a very quiet town with a few facilities. Most of the attractions are walkable if you stay close to the river, slightly long walk from train station. You can visit all attractions within a day (two night stays recommended if you arrived late). Please make sure that the day you arrive all the places are open (not Tuesday or Wednesday). Another interesting town in Japan for a visit.
Guest review by
NANTANA
Thailand
10

Yamagata is a beautiful city.

Yamagata is a beautiful city. It was also our base for visiting other places. We went to Yamadera, Ginza Onsen and Zao Onsen by train and bus, from the Yamagata station. Had Ramen, which was reasonable in value
Guest review by
Anonymous
8.0

Yonezawa city has Uesugi Jinjya, the site of the Uesugi clan...

Yonezawa city has Uesugi Jinjya, the site of the Uesugi clan castle. It is very nice, and they have museum and things to see. It's worth a visit to check it out. There is two near-by Onsen, the Onogawa and Shirabu to stay. Yonezawa beef is superb, one of the best in the country. It is also expensive.
Guest review by
Yamashita
United States
8.0

Lots of snow during our stay in December. Great skiing.

Lots of snow during our stay in December. Great skiing. Ideally stay around ski lifts so its easier to get to the lifts.. Just be aware to choose a sunny day to take the ski lifts to view the Snow Monster! Takes around more than 1 hour to get on the ski lifts. Many tourist and queue is long. You wont be able to see much if the weather is bad. Never short of snow in Zao Onsen. Nice little village with Lawsons, Family Marts to get your usual Japanese stuff. Limited restaurants but can get by with simple meals. If you want to get to Yamagata City its only 30 mins away by taxi. You have a choice if you want more varieties.
Guest review by
Meng
Malaysia
10

The Yamagata Ski area (Zao Onsen) is fantastic.

The Yamagata Ski area (Zao Onsen) is fantastic. It wasnt crowded, lessons for kids and adults were AUD$55 for 4 hours, lifts were @4$ per lift. Gear hire was AUD$65 for 2 days PP. In Australia lift passes are $250 per day alone. The hotel Sailor Hutte was literally at the base of the ski lifts. Food was cheap ($10-14 per meal) booze was cheap ($3.50 for a beer). The guys at the Hotel Sailor Hutte were great, make an effort to chat with them via your translator app. Its worth it. One more thing, I would recommend buying Shinkansen tickets directly from JR East rail online. Heaps cheaper than buying a seven day pass unless you are planning to spend 7 days on the train. FYI there are 3 Shinkansen companies East, Central and West. They have there own websites a bit clunky in English but it works. Good luck.
Guest review by
Kieran
Australia
8.0

In the summer, Zao is very quiet during weekdays.

In the summer, Zao is very quiet during weekdays. It rains almost every day, so it's advisable to pack quick-dry clothes and sturdy shoes for walking uphill and downhill. If you prefer fruits and vegetables, make sure to bring some with you, as there's no fresh market in town and the only local convenience store doesn't offer many healthy choices. If you happen to encounter a serow, don't make the mistake we did by running away thinking it was a hyena—quite silly of us!
Guest review by
NANTANA
Thailand

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