4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
At least you have to stay 2 nights or arrive very early, has many things to do
Kanazawa
Travel Guide
Visit Kanazawa
Where to stay in Kanazawa
Downtown Kanazawa
If you're spending some time in Downtown Kanazawa, Kanazawa Castle Park and Kanazawa Castle are top sights worth seeing.
Katamachi
While Katamachi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nomura Samurai House and Museum of Architecture, Kanazawa.
Korinbo
4.5/5(7 area reviews)
While Korinbo might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nomura Samurai House and 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art.
Hirooka
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hirooka and surrounding area, you can visit Omicho Market and Ashigaru Shiryokan Museum.
Higashi Chaya District
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Higashi Chaya District. You might want to make time for a stop at Higashi Chaya District or Ochaya Shima.
Nagamachi Samurai District
If you're spending some time in Nagamachi Samurai District, Ashigaru Shiryokan Museum and Nomura Samurai House are top sights worth seeing.
Tokyu Stay Kanazawa
4-50 Minamicho Kanazawa Ishikawa
The price is ￥6,355 per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
￥6,355
￥6,990 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Stay at this hotel in Kanazawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (627 reviews)
It was a great experience!
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025
SOKI KANAZAWA
2-1 Fukuromachi Kanazawa Ishikawa
The price is ￥9,369 per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
￥9,369
￥10,306 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kanazawa. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (971 reviews)
Soki is in a fantastic location between the station, tea and samurai district and across the street from the market. The rooms are clean and well laid out. In particular, I loved the USB and power outlets close to the beds, very convenient.
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025
Hotel Forza Kanazawa
2-10 Yasuecho Kanazawa Ishikawa
The price is ￥5,420 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
￥5,420
￥5,962 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kanazawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (798 reviews)
Great location, walking distance to the train station and the rest of the city. Market is around the corner so great for fresh fish. Everything really clean and amazing breakfast. Coffee machine at reception and you can get a complimentary drink (alcoholic or not) when you check in.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
INOVA Kanazawa
368 Motogiku-cho Kanazawa Ishikawa
Stay at this aparthotel in Kanazawa. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (198 reviews)
Great laundry facilities, great welcome pack, has provisions for breakfasts such as coffee, cereal, milk and tea.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
NEON HOTEL
10-6 Kasaichimachi Kanazawa Ishikawa
Stay at this aparthotel in Kanazawa. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Omicho Market and Kenrokuen Garden are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
Friendly helpful staff. Amazing room at Neon hotel!
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
Rivre Housai
2-chome-9-18 Kanazawa Ishikawa
Stay at this apartment in Kanazawa. Enjoy free WiFi, slippers, and climate control. Popular attractions Omicho Market and Kenrokuen Garden are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Very clean
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Omicho Market
4.5/5(73 reviews)
During your visit to Kanazawa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Omicho Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's gardens or experience its museums.
Kenrokuen Garden
5/5(82 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Kenrokuen Garden, a lovely green space in Kanazawa. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Kanazawa Castle
4.5/5(74 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Kanazawa when you stop by Kanazawa Castle. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
4/5(39 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Nagamachi District. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Kanazawa Yasue Gold Leaf Museum
4.5/5(5 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Kanazawa Yasue Gold Leaf Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Oyama Shrine
4.5/5(12 reviews)
After visiting Oyama Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Shirakawa-go from Takayama/Nagoya One day Bus ticket
￥3,400
per adult
Kanazawa:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
￥17,820
per adult
From Nagoya: Takayama & Shirakawa-go Day Trip with Hida Pork Lunch
￥15,600
per adult
From Nagoya: Takayama & Shirakawa-go 1-Day Bus Tour with Kobe Beef Lunch
￥16,300
per adult
Full Day Tour Eiheiji Buddhist Temple and Fukui City Castle Town
￥24,200
per adult
Reviews of Kanazawa
4.7
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Take advantage of the Kanazawa bus loop to explore. Also, you must try something with gold leaf on it or in it when visiting Kanazawa (ex. food, dessert, beauty products)!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Loved the city especially the Fish market and sushi options.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
You can your around the city with the one day bus pass with unlimited rides
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Go to Kenrokuen. Free for seniors.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Don't miss the gardens and castle
