Meitoya So has 36 air-conditioned rooms with safes. Each room includes a TV, yukata robes, slippers, free toiletries, and a hairdryer. Some rooms offer clothes rack, towels, closet, and internet access. Guests are kindly requested to indicate the gender of each guest staying in the room in the Special Requests box.
Dining and Amenities
Meitoya So features a coffee shop/cafe and an indoor mineral hot spring. A gift shop is available. Free WiFi is accessible in public areas, and free self-parking is provided.
Leisure Activities
Guests can enjoy skiing and snowboarding near Meitoya So. The ryokan offers a 24-hour public bath with separate areas for men and women, including an indoor mineral hot spring and yukata. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours.
Location near Attractions
Meitoya So is located in Zaoonsen, Yamagata, near attractions like Zao Jizoson (3 km), Torikabutoyama (2 km), Dokkonuma Swamp (2 km), Ryokan Yoshidaya (0.5 km), Shantan (0.5 km), Yamagata Sake Museum (0.5 km), Zaoonsen Genshichiroten Hot Spring (0.5 km), and Sanpokojinsan (3 km). It is 80 km from Sendai. Guests appreciate the central location.
Services Available
This smoke-free ryokan provides a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Guests can use complimentary wireless Internet access. Passports are required for all registering guests.
βMeitoya So strikes me as a restful base for exploring Zao, particularly attractive to those prioritizing onsen and ski access. The staff's warm service, especially the multilingual support, makes it easy to navigate the area's offerings. Its blend of traditional Japanese hospitality with convenient amenities makes Meitoya So a practical choice in Yamagata.β
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Skiresort
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Meitoya So β double rooms, family rooms, and suites. Breakfast options and free cancellation available on selected rates
Japanese-Style Room Beds Non-Smoking
2 persons
18 sq. feet
2 Single beds
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2 persons
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Japanese-Style Room Bathroom Non-Smoking
2 persons
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Check-in/ Check-out
Facilities
What's included at Meitoya So β facilities and services available during your stay
Facilities: Great
8.2/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Ski to door
Ski storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Skiing
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Free shuttle service
Housekeeping
Ski pass vendor
Dining
Special diet menus
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
Karaoke
Leisure/ TV room
Full body massage
Hot spring bath
Open-air bath
Public Bath
Room features
Heating
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
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Meitoya So Location
Zao Onsen48, Yamagata (Yamagata), 990-2301,
Map view
City landmarks
Ski Area
Zao Onsen Ski Resort
4600 ft
Landmark
Sakazuki Lake
4000 ft
Landmark
Museum of History and Culture Warabe No Sato
3300 ft
Landmark
Dokkonuma Swamp
1.7 mi
Landmark
Mt. Torikabuto
2.8 mi
Landmark
Torikabutoyama
5000 ft
Landmark
Frost Covered Trees of Zao
2.0 mi
Landmark
Zao Jizoson
2.0 mi
Landmark
Sanpokojinsan
2.0 mi
Landmark
Mt. Jizo
2.1 mi
Landmark
Mount Zao
2.8 mi
Landmark
Zaosan Shrine
2.8 mi
Landmark
Kumanodake
2.8 mi
Landmark
Yamagatashi Yasoen
2.8 mi
Landmark
Zao Liza World
3.0 mi
Landmark
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3.0 mi
Landmark
Zao Bodaira Highlands
3.1 mi
Landmark
O-torii
3.9 mi
Nearby
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Restaurants
Robata
800 ft
42-5 Zaoonsen
Yamaguchi Mochiya
1600 ft
35 Zao Onsen
Tsumami
800 ft
951 Kawara Zao Onsen
Koufuku
1200 ft
192-4 Kawara
Seiwa
900 ft
872-10 Zaoonsen
Terrace Sunpal
1400 ft
832 Zao Onsen
Getting around
City Centre
Yamagata (Yamagata) 14 min Β Β·Β 5.4 mi
Airports
Yamagata (GAJ) 55 min Β Β·Β 22.4 mi
Sendai (SDJ) 121 min Β Β·Β 49.8 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-20:00
Check-out
from 07:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of JPY2,200 per person per day.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.Β
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese
Number of rooms:
30
Former name
meitoya sou
Guest Reviews and Ratings
What guests said after staying at Meitoya So
Review score
Based on 205 verified reviews
8.1 /10
Great
84 %
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.5/10
Comfort
8.5/10
Facilities
8.2/10
Free WiFi
8.3/10
Location
8.0/10
Staff
8.7/10
Value for money
8.1/10
Pros
Friendly staff
Good WiFi
Good location
Cons
Unclean futons
Meal hour inflexibility
Guest reviews
based on 627 reviews
8.3/10
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FAQs
About Meitoya So
What is the check-in and check-out policy at Meitoya So?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
How far is Meitoya So from Yamagata (Junmachi) Airport?
The hotel is located 27 km from Yamagata (Junmachi) Airport.
What nearby attractions are easily accessible from Meitoya So?
Nearby attractions include Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort (1 km) and Yamagata Museum of Science and Industry (6 km).
What amenities are available in the rooms at Meitoya So?
Guestrooms are equipped with air conditioning, a TV, free Wi-Fi, yukata robes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.
Is parking available at Meitoya So?
Free private parking is available on-site without the need for a reservation.
What wellness facilities does Meitoya So provide?
Guests can enjoy access to an indoor mineral hot spring, hot spring baths, and a spa offering full body massages.
Are there any recreational activities offered at Meitoya So?
Guests can partake in skiing and snowboarding in the nearby vicinity.
What is the smoking policy at Meitoya So?
The hotel maintains a smoke-free environment.
Does Meitoya So have facilities for guests with mobility challenges?
The ryokan features wheelchair access in common areas.
What is the unique feature of the bathing area at Meitoya So?
The ryokan's bathing area is open 24 hours for guests.
What languages does the staff at Meitoya So speak?