920-0868 Ishikawa, Kanazawa, Rokumai-machi 2-22, Japan
#1 of 23 B&Bs and Inns in Kanazawa
Guests' ChoiceBased on 73 hotel reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.8
Free WiFi
9.6
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Reviewed: 24 June 2024
Anna
AustriaThe lovely Hosts make you feel right at home! They made my stay a unique experience providing cultural activities and informing me about quite a few traditional japanese customs.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 22 June 2024
Javier
SpainI couldn't stay more time
The best guest house I've stayed at during my trip in Japan. Masaki and Nina are the best hosts and the most beautiful souls. The place is very authentic and cute, and we all hung out together every night doing some fun and exciting activity. I cannot encourage people enough to come to this guest house, you will feel at home from the first minute you step in.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Julia
AustraliaNothing!
This was an incredible experience staying with some lovely locals Nina and Masaki. The nightly activities were a real highlight and something I will not forget for a long time. The facilities were clean and comfortable. It's a really cute space. Don't leave Ponghi without asking Nina about her favourite J-Pop songs ;)
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Renana
IsraelIt is by far the best hostel I have ever been in. Nina-san & Manki-san were amazing; they make everything so you will feel welcome. Every day around 8:00 PM, we had a great activity. One day we made miso homemade and origami, and another day we made takoyaki. The rooms are small but comfortable; everything is clean. It was one of my best experiences on this trip. Thank you
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Myriam
AustraliaThis was the best accomodation I had for my whole Japan trip. Masaki-san and Nina-san are the kindest and most generous people. We made takoyaki, mochi and origami together. I was sad to leave! I’d come to Kanazawa just to stay here
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Filip
PolandA lot of additional activities, they really want you to experience Japan. The single room was very spacious.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Joep
NetherlandsNothing. Everything was good or even great!
The staff, they were so nice and helpful, they really made Guest House Pongyi feel like a home away from home! Can't thank them enough for their generosity and welcoming attitude! Besides the dorm and bed were good, the common areas wer spacious and welcoming. For a little extra fee there was a great breakfast with coffee.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 April 2024
Charles
CanadaThe host! The activities! Such kindness and care. I wish the best to Masaki san and Nina san!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 April 2024
Ilyas
Belgiumnina and masaki (they have an excellent level of English) really go out of their way to make sure you have a good stay, and always have a smile on their faces. I'll have fond memories of the evening activities and discussions I had with them. I really thank you from the bottom of my heart. If I ever come back to Kanazawa, I promise I'll come back again!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Mckay
United StatesNothing.
The house is a lovely historical building that’s been made into a very comfortable guesthouse. In the evening the Pongyi house hosts will give a cultural share.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Alexandra
United KingdomNothing to add
I had the best stay of my travels so far in Pongyi. Masaki-san and Nina-san are the best hosts that you could ever dream of, they went above and beyond to ensure all guests had a wonderful stay. I loved the evening activities such as calligraphy and origami that you could participate in with other guests and learnt so much about Japanese culture. The guest house was super clean and comfortable. Very cosy beds and plenty of room even with my notorious overpacked suitcase. Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again and I would really hope to do so.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Marlon
GermanyThere was nothing on the negative side!
A very beautiful traditional small house. It has two nice common rooms. One is a bit more couy and the other one more for group activities, which the hosts made plenty of. Every evening there is a nice event involving food. For a small fee everybody gets plenty of nice home made food. The hosts were great and also all the other quests were great. It seems to attrackt a special (good) kind of people! The communication was great and english was no problem. Also it is possible tl drop your luggage if you arrive before 12:00.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Nan
CanadaNot soundproof from others’ alarms, but it’s more a downside of living in shared accommodations. Otherwise everything was perfect during my stay!
Everything was perfect! And it’s in an excellent location walkable to most if not all attractions! Nina is very kind and caring, and she goes above and beyond to make my stay comfortable and memorable. Masaki is very warm and welcoming, and I enjoyed the evening events he lead from karuta to taiyaki parties. The futon beds are so comfy! Each bed is also beautifully decorated. Breakfast is delicious! Make sure you order the night before, do not miss it.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Stella
ItalyMasaki-san and Nina-san's hospitality and warm welcome made my stay in Kanazawa amazing! Pongyi is a lovely and unique place - I felt like I was visiting friends and spending time with them. It was an interesting experience - we learned how to make origami, had Nabe hotpot dinner together, learned the matcha ceremony, and Japanese culture from Masaki-san and Nina-san. I highly recommend Pongyi if you visit Kanazawa. :)
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Kathleen
United StatesJust an FYI. If you are larger or have limited mobility. I would recommend booking the mixed dorm as it has fewer stairs. It's a lovely house though.
This was an amazing guest house. I will definitely rebook in the future. Bedding and mattress were great. Breakfast was amazing. Good location. Staff was amazing and super friendly.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 16 December 2023
Kristen
AustraliaNina and Masaki were so warm, friendly and generous and the guesthouse was cosy and spotless. Sharing a trip to the local supermarket and a mochi party together with Nina, Masaki and other quests was a wonderful experience.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 23 November 2023
Henriikka
FinlandAbsolutely lovely little guesthouse with a fantastic host. The house has special charm and it is well located yet not noisy.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 22 November 2023
Louise
FranceI had the best time in this guesthouse. I loved everything: Masaki and Nina were absolutely wonderful, the house was charming and very tidy, and the location is incredible. I loved the evenings we all spent together around different activities. I will definitely come back in the future! Thank you again!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
Muon
FranceLow noise and cold isolation, but it was not a surprise since it is common in old japanese houses ( there is AC, though so the temperature is fine ). The real only downside is that it is not easy to get a night at this place. You have to book really early!
The environment is charming and beautiful, and the staff was awesome. They do speak english. The breakfast was great. I would totally come back!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 12 November 2023
Annaelle
ThailandThe staff was very friendly and eager to recommend things to do and see. In the evening, guests can participate in activities.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 1 November 2023
Agustina
IndonesiaNone
Nina San (the owner) is wonderfully kind. She helped me when I had problem contacting the place of my next stay. Thank you so much Nina. Location is perfect. It is close to St, only 7 min walk. They have many gathering event for guests to get to know each other, , too bad I could not attend all. Location wise, owner hospitality and clean facility.. it is a perfect stay.. Be mindful though that it is a small guest house so space is limited.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2023
Eva
GreeceGreat cosy guesthouse with a homey feeling. Hosts (and guests) were lovely. I loved our origami activity and discussions. Can't recommend it enough! Thank you so much Nina-san and Masaki-san for the wonderful stay!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 October 2023
David
CanadaNothing
Everything is so well, especially the host, are very friendly. Feeling so warm and welcomed!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Maddie
AustraliaThe house was a traditional gorgeous house in a great location by the canal. The hosts were so welcoming and kind. Everything was very clean and the wifi worked really well. I would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed in September 2023
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