The only thing I could mention as a very minor negative is depending on what you want to do in Kanazawa the location may not be the ideal for everything you want to see, if you want things to be in a short walking distance. However overall it is still in a good location and lots of interesting places are very accessible.

We were so happy with our stay here. The staff were very nice, attentive and helpful. They explained the facilities very thoroughly, answered all of our questions and gave us nice recommendations. The space was amazing and exactly what we wanted from a Ryokan experience, and the bath was lovely. The special breakfast and coffee were delicious. If I'm lucky enough to be able to visit Kanazawa again, I will definitely want to stay here again.

Stayed in February 2025

As a relatively tall man 6'2 (188cm) I had to duck my head down whenever I was moving around the room. The ceilings are all high enough, but the doorways are about 5'9 (175cm) and I cracked my head a few times over the two days. I don't think this is a fault, it's just something to be aware of if you are taller than the doorway height.

This is the perfect place to stay if you want to experience a traditional ryokan, but with some modern touches. The private onsen is large and can actually pipe in real hot spring water in addition to regular hot water. The breakfasts are delicious and come straight to the ryokan from a partnered restaurant on the opposite side of the street. The staff are lovely and were very communicative before and during our stay. They even booked a restaurant for us, which I couldn't have done myself.

Stayed in March 2025

This place is magic. We spent one night only but we made the most of it. The room was amazing, the bed so confortable and the private onsen just a dream. Everyone in the house was super nice and friendly and the Japanese breakfast they made for us was delicious. We definitely recommend it

Stayed in March 2025

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The staff were absolutely amazing and very friendly. The house itself was incredible to experience as it took me into a trip back into time into the Edo period with the structure but also maintained modern facilities such as air conditioning, television, fridge, etc The onsen bath was very comfortable especially after a day of exploring and adventuring however please keep in mind that this is not a free flowing onsen, this is an onsen bath that you would need to control manually.

Stayed in March 2025

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Authentic samurai house. Staff vey welcoming and eager to please

Stayed in March 2025

We loved the whole experience of staying at Machi no Odoriba. From the lovely staff Uchida-san and Nakamiya-san who went above and beyond to ensure our stay was comfortable, to the delicious breakfast and beverages from the cafe, and the amazing traditional room with the garden views. We were lucky enough to have snow fall during our stay which made it all the more magical. ありがとうございました町の踊場！

Stayed in February 2025

As we are both very tall we struggled with the low ceilings a bit and there were parts of the house that were a bit cold. It didn’t take away from our experience though as it was all part of the traditional setting.

Wonderful traditional samurai house - we loved staying here! Lots of space and very thoughtful details, nice breakfast. The hospitality was wonderful - the ladies went above and beyond to accommodate us.

Stayed in January 2025

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This was an amazing stay, I would give it a 11/10 if I could. It is private and has a personal touch. The breakfast was delicious and there was so much care in everything they did. The hospitality was top notch and the space was huge and serene.

Stayed in January 2025

I don’t believe anything could’ve have been better. It was truly a magical stay

The breakfast was outstanding. The rooms were absolutely stunning and they burned incense throughout our stay. We felt very relaxed. They even helped us ship clothes back to our country because we packed too much. The staff was extremely helpful. Kanazawa was such a peaceful venture away from Osaka and Tokyo.

Stayed in January 2025

Everything was amazing during our stay. The breakfast, staff, and room exceeded any expectations we had. This was truly a highlight of our trip to Japan. Thank you.

Stayed in January 2025

Fantastic experience of Japanese Culture from the traditional rooms to provided yukata and breakfast options. Modern amenities made our stay comfortable. The hostess was delightful and able to communicate in English for which we were grateful.

Stayed in December 2024

Everything was perfectly tidy and presentable! The staff was VERY attentive and kind, making it our best stay in Japan. Definitely coming back

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing - It was perfect

Absolutely loved everything about this stay in Kanazawa. The staff - Uchida San and Nakamiya San - were both so kind and helpful. We had great conversations with both of them who didn’t shy away from giving us great recommendations about local spots to see and eat at! Their warmth and the homeliness of the Machiya itself was refreshing after staying in hotels at our previous cities. The place is clean, spacious and authentic with the furnishing and tatami floors. The onset within the machiya was the cherry on top. Overall the location of the machiya is within walking distance to the main Kanazawa station which was very convenient.

Stayed in November 2024

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Our stay at Machi No Odoriba was simply perfect: from the moment they welcomed and checked us in to the moment we had to say goodbye. The highlight of this place is the staff. I will always remember the people I met here. They took the time to explain everything we needed to know and more about our room, the dishes we ate, the plates our food was served on and the main attractions to visit. They were always ready to answer every request and need for help. Their kindness was incomparable. But it was not just them. The room was beautiful: big and comfortable, with its own onsen. And the food was delicious: hands-down the best dinner and the best breakfast I had during my stay in Japan. Thank you for this authentic and fascinating experience!

Stayed in November 2024

Beautiful place, well located, with wonderful staff and super comfortable appartement.

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing, it was perfect.

Such a beautiful accommodation! Very clean (loved the incense as well), spacious and peaceful. The staff was super friendly, I felt very welcome. Food and drinks were delicious and the private onsen was very relaxing. Definitely one of the highlights of my Japan trip. Please stay here if you're planning on visiting Kanazawa!

Stayed in October 2024

Nothing, it was perfect

Beautiful and large room/suite, Great location and incredible staff. Breakfast is lovingly prepared on the morning and it all feels very authentic. The amount of little touches really made our stayed brilliant

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing - it’s perfect.

A truly unique stay with incredible staff, delicious breakfast, and maybe the best bath I’ve ever experienced. Would recommend this to anyone in a heartbeat.

Stayed in October 2024

Not staying long enough!

Super zen perfection. Great attention to detail with excellent service from super polite and kind staff. Lovely breakfast to top it off!

Stayed in October 2024

Everything

Stayed in October 2024

All great.

The rooms making up our accommodation were exceptionally lovely in every detail. The staff went over and above, so friendly and helpful, including making a last minute restaurant booking at a popular spot. They made the whole experience special and personal. The Japanese breakfast was very good, and served in a private spot in the hotel. The location of the hotel was excellent - walking distance to the station and all the sights we wanted to see.

Stayed in October 2024

Absolutely nothing. It’s perfect.

I cannot say enough about how beautiful and amazing this place is. To top it off, the staff is amazing and so kind. Our check-in was very thorough and the staff helping us made us so happy. The inside is absolute stunning. Wished we could have stayed longer. We had an early train the next day and couldn’t stay for the breakfast. They made us a bento box early to take and that was so kind of them. I hope to come back one day!

Stayed in October 2024

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The hospitality, and helpfulness from the staff. The room and the garden were beautiful. The onsen was lovely, clean and relaxing. Japanese breakfast with different new flavours. The Japanese 7 course meal was a whole new interesting experience.

Stayed in October 2024

The ceiling is very short in parts of the room, so if you’re really tall that might be bothersome.

It is a beautiful building that’s regal and charming. I had an amazing time there and the staff in particular were a huge part of that.

Stayed in October 2024