Ryokan Ryokusone

Japan , Ishikawa
Kanazawa, 2-1-10-1 Tenjinmachi
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20 reviews shown

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2019

GLENN

Great breakfast & dinner. Friendly staff.

Self

4/10

Poor

13 Oct 2018

Bruce

Nice Hotel, but

This was to be a bit of a splurge but the room we had literally had no windows to the outside (only one window that looked onto a brick wall a few inches outside. We complained and they did change the room which was good and the room was a marked improvement. As he had arrived late (730pm) and the hotel is 15min taxi to restaurants etc, we asked for dinner. But as we hadn’t booked dinner they refused. Again we complained and again the responded and fixed us a simple noodle meal which was fine. With the mess up on the room would have been nice if they just agreed to provide us dinner, but that didn’t happen. On the last night (stayed 3) we had to be moved to another room as one we were moved to was apparently booked. Room was fine but all just a hassle. The staff were courteous, but the whole experience was not what we had hoped nor paid for

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2018

Man Ching Charles

Best hotel I’ve ever stayed... every single detail is the best. Highly recommended

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2017

Verified traveler

a one-in-a-million traditional inn.

beautiful ryokan in the hills overlooking kanazawa. only stayed the night and wished i could have stayed a month. room was perfection, with splendid views, a vast bath, and a long wall covered with a panelled brush-painting of bamboo. for many the stunning dining room will be the central attraction as the chef creates multi-course dinners with lapidary presentation, including glass jars of smoked beef and tongue and shrimp hidden under a pile of autumn leaves and a huge persimmon infused with with distilled liquid for dessert. the staff were welcoming and thoughtful. a one-in-a-million traditional inn.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

01 Oct 2017

Verified traveler

Over priced !!!
Staff does not speak English!
Far from town...

4/10

Poor

03 Aug 2017

Verified traveler

Very disappointed, a rip off

This hotel is marketed as 4,5 stars but is really 1 or 2. The staff is primarily interested in making money out of you rather than to truly serve. We were greeted by telling us of an extra charge for arriving earlier. The location is inconvenient, the hotel does not have the resources to proper serve you. The colored China they used may contain lead and the serving portions for coffee or milk are 2 or 3 ounces. The price is twice of what it should be. Do not be mislead, this accommodation is not accepatable for the high price they charge.. there is no menu to chose from so one has to eat whatever it is served. No lunch is provided which is unusual for a ryokan. On the last day at breakfast we were inrterupted twice to ask the time we were living and if we had reserved a taxi. The classic room we had has no proper window views so you are almost in a cave with a few Japanese accents. Sorry to say but we were highly disappointed. We did not mind paying the previous hotel a lot more for a truly quality stay.

8/10

Excellent

04 Feb 2017

Verified traveler

Nice hotel but pricey

Japanese breakfast was exiqusite but maybe not for everyone. Location is a bit far from town center but ok if you like walking. Rooms are nice but pricey for what it includes. Check in process could be better. Overall a unique hotel.

6/10

Pleasant

14 Nov 2016

Ross

Ryokusone Ryokan In Kanazawa

Our stay at Ryokusone was peaceful and relaxing. Upon our arrival we were met by a gracious hostess who escorted us to our room. Our Japanese style room was clean and comfortable but a bit small in comparison to other similar type rooms that we stayed at. We also discovered that only breakfast was included in our accommodation which surprised us since other ryokans that we have stayed at provided both breakfast and dinner for equal or lesser cost. The ryokan's front desk is often not staffed so we periodically had to call someone in the kitchen to get front desk assistance. The breakfast at Ryokusone was Japanese kaiseki style food, delicious but a bit simple in the type of dishes presented. Ryokusone is located on a hillside in a residential area with a beautiful mountain view of Kanazawa. Since Ryokusone is a small ryokan the taxi drivers may not know where it is located so have the address available when using a taxi. We feel the cost to stay at Ryokusone is a bit expensive in comparison to other ryokans when room size, amenities and food are considered.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2016

Wendy

Gem of Kanazawa

Delightful Ryokan, with wonderful views and quiet peaceful hillside location still easy 15-20 minutes walking through interesting neighborhood streets to the major sights of Kenrokuen garden and Kanazawa castle park. A lovely retreat from the touristy bustling city on the other side of the park. Our Kaiseki dinner was a wonderful surprise, it was better than at the Relais & Chateau ryokan we stayed near Matsumoto, as well as 2 Michelin star in Tokyo. Breakfast was a treat too! Highly recommend this hotel.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2016

Jeanne

Don't miss this fabulous ryokan!

Incredible accommodations in an incredible city. This ryokan was by far the nicest place we stayed in Japan. It is clean, new, and has fabulous and elegant decor. The breakfasts are beautifully presented and delicious, and the view of the city was lovely as well. But the best aspect was the service. The staff went above and beyond to help us find experiences tailored to our interests. We so appreciated their willingness to make our stay special. It is a few minutes out of the city, but you will soon discover that the city itself is not large and is easily walkable. I would recommend you take a taxi to and from the ryokan when you arrive/leave with your bags but otherwise just walk and catch the Kanazawa Loop Bus wherever you need to go.

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2016

an oasis above the city of Kanazawa

A short taxi ride takes you from the bustle of Kanazawa to Ryokusone, located up a hill above the city, next to a temple. The property is meticulously re-constructed in traditional style with all conveniences. The chef is a creative master of exquisite modern Kaiseki. The three days we spent at Ryokusone in Kanazawa were overall the best experience of our 3-week trip to Japan, and one of the most memorable in our five trips to Japan.

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2016

Michelle

Perfect Zen Gem in Kanazawa

Ryokusone is a special place ... truly a gem in the crown of Kanazawa, a lovely town with gorgeous gardens and fascinating historic districts. But what made our time there unforgettable was our stay at this tiny, traditional inn perched a five minute taxi ride above the town. The proprietor and his lovely staff have put tremendous time and attention into creating the perfect Japanese experience. We had two incredible authentic Japanese breakfasts - each truly a work of art, plus a memorable and delicious dinner. They were incredibly accommodating in meeting our dietary restrictions and as first-time visitors the English-speaking owner was so helpful in arranging transportation and offering advice -- even coordinating the transfer our heavy bags onward to Kyoto. The hotel has been recently renovated and is stunning in it's simplicity -- rooms were simply decorated, in traditional ryokan style, the bedding plush and the bath luxurious, with a cedar tub and Aesop bath amenities and plenty of soft white towels. As seasoned travelers, we are very particular about our accommodations -- we stayed at the magnificent Aman in Tokyo -- and while different, this simple yet luxurious stay was in its own way its equal. We will never forgot our time at Ryokusone, and were so glad that we opted to stay there rather than an impersonal city center chain hotel.

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2016

Verified traveler

excellent

Everything is lovely about this hotel. Staff work very hard to please clients. Their English is limited due to remote location. The tranquility, the garden and the quiet relaxing room with free tea and coffee after hot spring is very inviting.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

食を楽しもうと旅行を計画していたので、素敵なお料理の数々、スタッフの方の対応も素晴らしく、美食を堪能しました。
また、宿泊部屋のアメニティ充実しており嬉しかったです。金沢旅行の際には再訪したいです。

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jan 2019

Shiro

金沢の隠れ宿

静かな佇まいでゆっくり食事を楽しむ事が出来る宿だ。夕食はシェフやウエートレスと金沢の話を聞きながら味わう事が出来た。
部屋は離れであったが、色々ある様だ。お風呂は温泉ではないが、ゆったりして何度も入った。大変のんびりできた。