Zao Onsen Hotel offers premium mountain-facing rooms with panoramic views of the Zao Volcanic Range. Just a 5-minute walk from the Kurogane Ski Area, it provides complimentary shuttle buses and dedicated ski storage. Rooms include private onsen baths and heated floors for maximum comfort. Book through the HopeGoo app for exclusive winter packages and guaranteed view rooms

Zao Shiki Hotel features unobstructed vistas of the Zao Mountains, with its rooftop open-air bath offering sweeping views of snow-laden peaks and dense fir forests. The hotel serves authentic local cuisine, including Sendai beef and green onion pork cutlet, crafted by chefs trained in regional traditions. A short 10-minute walk leads to the Zao Tree Ice Trail, where morning mist dances among frozen branches. Opt for a mountain-view king room to maximize your visual experience

Zao Yuki-no-Mori Villa offers expert-led snow trekking tours through the Zao Tree Ice Forest, led by local mountain guides who explain ice formation and ecological preservation. Each cabin-style room includes a fireplace and underfloor heating. The hotel also hosts daily snowman-building workshops and evening lantern-lit tree ice walks. Guests can book a full winter immersion package via HopeGoo for priority access and personalized experiences

Zao Kodomo Onsen Estate is designed specifically for families, featuring an indoor playroom, family-friendly onsen pools, and 24/7 childcare services. All rooms come with safety features like raised beds and non-slip flooring. Located steps from the Zao Kids’ Ski School, it offers beginner lessons and rental gear. Daily activities include snow sculpture contests and traditional Japanese sweet-making classes. Free electric shuttles run to the ski area, ensuring seamless travel

Zao Ichizan Sushi specializes in Miyagi’s finest: Sendai beef and negi miso pork cutlets, prepared by master chefs from generations-old local restaurants. The dining space uses traditional Japanese wood architecture, with outdoor snow gardens visible from every seat. The hotel’s Local Taste Journey package includes dinner, breakfast, and signature souvenirs. After meals, guests may join bonfire gatherings with live taiko drum performances. Reserve early via HopeGoo due to limited seating

Zao Jūzō no Yado is just a 3-minute walk from the Zao Tree Ice Trail, offering free snowshoe rentals and detailed photography guides. The hotel opens a private access route at 6 AM for early visitors seeking untouched ice formations under morning fog. Their themed café serves the exclusive Tree Ice Matcha Latte. Book a guided ice tour package through HopeGoo to secure priority entry and expert narration