Noto Island Vacations from $882

Clean, newer hotel. Modest rooms. The restaurant has an international menu and decent breakfast. Excellent location

Staying in Higashi Chaya was unlike simply visiting a historic neighborhood. For a little while, it felt as though we were actually living inside a piece of Kanazawa’s history, not just looking at it from the outside. The machiya itself made that feeling even more special. We had the entire house to ourselves, and the original wood and traditional character were beautifully balanced with a calm, contemporary design. The house was beautifully kept and very comfortable, with local art and craftsmanship thoughtfully integrated throughout the space. Self check-in was simple, and whenever we needed anything, the team was easy to reach online and very helpful. One of our favorite experiences was making matcha ourselves. The traditional tea utensils were beautiful, and an easy-to-follow guide was provided, so even as beginners we could enjoy it at our own pace. Preparing tea together in the quiet machiya became one of those small moments that stayed with us after the trip. Very few places have made us feel so connected to the destination itself. Staying here didn’t just give us somewhere beautiful to sleep, it changed the way we experienced Kanazawa. We would happily return.

The absolute best stay of my entire trip! Pros:Incredible Room & Amenities: The room layout is brilliantly designed and very spacious. I could fully open my large luggage and still have plenty of room to move around. Luxury Bathroom Perks: I was thrilled to find they provide a premium ReFa hair dryer, ReFa shower head, and high-quality shampoo and soap! Hiker's Dream: Having an in-room microwave and a washer/dryer was a total game-changer after my hiking trips. They also rent out kitchen equipment, which was incredibly handy for cutting fresh fruits. Unbeatable Location: Fantastic spot—very close to both Kanazawa Castle and Omicho Market.Amazing Value: Surprisingly, the room rates here were the lowest compared to my stays in Takayama and Nagoya. Cons:Slight Noise Issue: The only downside was that the soundproofing wasn't very good. Even up on level 8, I could still hear the street vehicles outside. Despite the minor noise, it's still an incredible value. Highly, highly recommend and I would stay here again in a heartbeat!

This was my favorite hotel of our entire vacation. The décor was beautiful, everything was exceptionally clean, and the room had a very well-thought-out floor plan with great amenities. The bathroom and shower were wonderful, the bed was incredibly comfortable, and I absolutely loved the pillow. I would happily stay here again.