Lodge Christmas Rose ZAO  

On the snow-fed slopes of Zaoonsen in Yamagata, steps from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Quasi-National Park. Minutes from Zao Sky Cable, Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway. Nearest airports: Yamagata Airport (~42.6 km) and Sendai Airport (~90.5 km).

This compact ski hotel has a cozy, alpine vibe and 10 guestrooms. Rooms include flat-screen TVs, blackout drapes and daily housekeeping. The front desk operates on limited hours, and shared spaces include a communal living room and ski storage with simple kitchen conveniences like a shared microwave and refrigerator.

Ski-in/ski-out access puts you straight onto the slopes. Complimentary Wi‑Fi keeps plans on track. Free self-parking, a picnic and barbecue area, and a communal lounge offer easy, slope-side socializing and gear drop-off.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout. Luggage storage, plus free self-parking and shared microwave/refrigerator for convenience.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Guests can also use the picnic and barbecue area for casual, self-catered meals after a day on the mountain.