Maki No Oto Kanazawa

The staff was incredibly welcoming and accommodating which was a perfect way to start. The hotel and rooms were beautiful and had everything you could ask for. Breakfast was plentiful and beautifully served. We had dinner in the hotel restaurant the first night and it was beyond delicious. The second night the staff recommended a teppanyaki Restauarnt - Kaido that my husband proclaimed his favourite of all the places we have eaten so far in our tour of Japan. The hotel is perfectly located to explore Kanazawa so easily. The owner is on site and the whole staff is amazing. Don't miss the opportunity to stay here.

Everything was perfection

Everything! Location, aesthetics, customer service, comfortable room, amazing breakfast.

The best we had in Japan. Amazing owner, hospitality, food, room and location. I was treated like a king in the beautiful old world japan with modern rooms and wonderful food. Great a/c and heater. Very comfortable beds. The owner even gifted us two amazing cans of tea. The best Ryoken experience one could ask for.

Nothing fell short

Outstanding repeat stay - love location, design and meals here: dinner here is one of best we had over our many Japan trips, sit at counter to see chefs perform. Room is super-comfy, with views i side the lovely Japanese gardens

I’d give this 11/10 if I could. The owner and his team went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Lovely room with comfortable beds and a futon for our daughter (also comfortable) overlooking the peaceful garden. Breakfast each day was different, with several delicious courses. We had dinner one night at the hotel which was a gastronomical delight. All beautifully prepared in front of us. This hotel is situated in a quiet back street in the old town and walking distance from all the main places to see in Kanazawa. Not cheap but worth it. Highly recommended!

We love the traditional Ryokan feel and Maki no oto provided that. The location was excellent. We walked everywhere!

Absolute highlight is the 10 course degustation Japanese food experience. My husband said it was the “Japanese meal he has ever experienced”! Do yourself a favour. If you stay here book the restaurant. While it might be considered expensive it really is a gastronomical affair of taste, sight and smells. Not too mention watching the chefs execute their art. Because let’s face it- you are watching food art happen right in front of you.

Nothing. A little lost in translation. But that’s he fun of finding an understanding with Google translate which definitely helps. Overall, they went over and above to help us have a great stay.

The room we stayed in Nishi far exceeded our expectations. High-quality and well thought out amenities were provided. Ryoma Sakai- san and Mayo-san, Leo and team have been absolutely warm and delightful.

There is nothing that we didn’t like, but it would be a bonus if there is a choice of Japanese breakfast.

The breakfast at Maki No Oto were very good. They also booked us into a sister restaurant for our first night, which also was delicious! The rooms were comfortable, we had one of the western style rooms.

We enjoyed everything.

The staff were charming and very helpful. The room was comfortable and well arranged. The bathroom was well appointed with every amenity you could want. The small kitchen was also well appointed with drinks.

Really nothing.

Host is wonderfulBreakfast deliciousLocation unbeatable

The owner was welcoming and very accommodating. The location is perfect! You are 30 second walk from the main attraction. The property was luxurious. The food was delicious.

Right in the centre of Kanazawa perfect locationThe evening food was amazing, on a par with Michelin level food, but a prewarning for Western travellers it’s quite traditional Japanese cusisine, as well as the breakfast in the morning.

the room was a bit small

Perfect location, beautiful room, restaurant, and meals and exceptional staff. Especially, Ryoma Sakai who was the best host we had all trip in Japan.

Slightly on the pricey side if you do all meals.

Great location, excellent service, spacious and well appointed room.

Would have preferred Japanese style breakfast instead of continental

The room was beautifully furnished and really lovely, with a view of the garden. Architecturally gorgeous. Dinner and breakfasts were delicious and perfectly executed. More importantly the overall service was professional, gracious and attentive without being obtrusive. This was the most memorable point of our trip. On our next trip to Japan we will definitely check out it’s sister location in Toyama.

Nothing, this stay was perfect!

Excellent location in Old Town Historic Kanazawa. The breakfast was perfect and the staff very pleasant and attentive. Beautiful renovated facilities and very clean!

Maki No Oto Kanazawa was simply the best! We stayed at some very large, expensive hotels during our Japan vacation but I would honestly rate this hotel as the best experience we had on our vacation. Yama and Masayo were delightful hosts. We loved being the Geisha District. It was a very unique experience. The hotel itself was lovely...the attention to the smallest detail was very impressive. If you stay you MUST have the dinner offered in the hotel. It was one of the best meals we had during the trip. Breakfast was also charming. Thank you again for a truly memorable and unique experience! I

There was honestly nothing we didn't like! Perfect place to stay!

We loved everything about Maki No Oto!! The owners were helpful and very sweet, the room was spotless and comfortable and the food was presented and prepared perfectly!! We would definitely stay there again!

Nothing!

Lovely couple who ran the hotel! Meal was absolutely delicious and located in a beautiful part of Kanazawa.