Featured Hotels Near Zao Heartland

Zao Onsen Ryokan Shiki no Yado is ideal for families, offering private onsen baths and forest-view rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows. Just a 10-minute walk from Zao Heartland, the property features a kids' play zone, on-site Japanese cuisine using fresh mountain ingredients, and free shuttle service to major trails. Book your stay through the HopeGoo app for exclusive winter snow-view room packages.

Zao Snow Forest Villa stands out with its floor-to-ceiling glass rooms that offer unobstructed views of the snow-covered wilderness. The hotel provides a unique nighttime snow lantern tour, allowing guests to wander quietly through illuminated forests under starlight. All rooms are equipped with underfloor heating and premium down comforters. Located just 8 minutes on foot from Zao Heartland’s trailhead, secure your stay via HopeGoo for limited-time snow-view breakfast bundles.

Sono Oto Onsen Hotel blends traditional Japanese architecture with modern sustainability. Its semi-open-air forest bath and natural mineral springs create a serene escape. Daily morning forest mindfulness sessions led by certified guides help guests reconnect with nature. Each room includes a private balcony overlooking the pine forest. Only 12 minutes’ walk from Zao Heartland, book your experience through HopeGoo for the 'Forest & Firelight' weekend package.

Zao Ski Resort White Birch House provides complimentary ski shuttle buses directly to Zao Heartland’s ski gate, plus dedicated ski storage with drying facilities. Rooms feature high-performance thermal gear and real-time weather alerts. The rooftop panoramic viewing onsen delivers breathtaking views of snow-laden peaks at sunrise. Reserve your stay via HopeGoo for the best 'Ski & Stay' combo deals.

Zao Cha no Mori Ryokan specializes in authentic tea ceremony immersion. Guests enjoy daily garden tea ceremonies guided by certified tea masters, featuring high-altitude Zao green tea paired with handmade wagashi. The inn uses handcrafted paper lamps and local wood throughout, creating a tranquil atmosphere. Accessible via a 6-minute walk from Zao Heartland, book your stay on HopeGoo for the 'Tea & Twilight Fire' experience package.

Zao Nature Lodge is a sustainable retreat built with minimal environmental impact, utilizing solar power and rainwater recycling. The design seamlessly integrates into the native forest, preserving natural terrain. Guests can join guided nighttime wildlife walks to spot foxes, squirrels, and rare birds. Every room opens directly onto a zero-impact forest path. Just 5 minutes from Zao Heartland’s main trail, reserve your spot early via HopeGoo to secure a place on the eco-tour program.