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Meitoya So

3.0 star property
Ryokan with free parking, steps from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

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Pool
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In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access
Restaurant
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$216
29 Sept - 30 Sept

Explore the area

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48, Zao-Onsen, Yamagata-shi, Yamagata, Yamagata-ken , 990-2301
  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Zao Chuo Ropeway
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Zao Sanroku Ropeway
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Yamagata (GAJ)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Special Room

Special Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

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Japanese Western Style Room

Japanese Western Style Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Japanese Style Room 10 Tatami Mats

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Club Room with Bathroom

Club Room with Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

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Club Room, with Shared Bathroom

Club Room, with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Japanese Style Room 8 Tatami Mats

Standard Japanese Style Room 8 Tatami Mats

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Club Room with Bath

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Japanese Style Room with Bath

  • Sleeps 5

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In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Club Room with Shared Bath

  • Sleeps 2

Japanese-Style Room With Beds And Bathroom-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

About the area

Yamagata

At Meitoya So you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Chuo Ropeway. Highlights at this ryokan include free self-parking and karaoke. .This smoke-free ryokan offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and ski passes. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Zaoonsen ryokan include Zao Sanroku Ropeway and Okama Crater.

What's nearby

  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Zao Sky Cable - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Zao Chuo Ropeway - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Zao Sanroku Ropeway - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Zao Super Slider - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Akayu Station - 29 min drive
  • Yamagata (GAJ) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪蔵王レストラン パノラマ - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪レストラン大森 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪ベルベル中央 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪蔵王温泉 しばママのお店 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪ジンギスカン・ロッヂ - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Meitoya So

Ryokan with free parking, steps from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Meitoya So offers its guests hot springs. Karaoke, tour/ticket assistance, and a lift are also featured at Meitoya So. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Yamagata ryokan is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Karaoke
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
Meitoya So offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours a day. There are hot springs on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke
  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Hot springs
  • In-room massages
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Meitoya So Inn Yamagata
Meitoya So Yamagata
Meitoya So Ryokan
Meitoya So Yamagata
Meitoya So Ryokan Yamagata

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Meitoya So?

Meitoya So offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Meitoya So?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Meitoya So on 29 Sept 2025 start from AU$212.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Meitoya So?

Yep, Meitoya So has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Meitoya So?

No, Meitoya So does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Meitoya So?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Meitoya So?

No, pets are not allowed.