Kanazawa Guesthouse Pongyi

Stunning location with such a warm and inviting feel. Nina did everything to make everyone feel welcome, and introduced one another.

Incredible stay. Niina is so lovely, super friendly and welcoming. The bed was the best bed I’ve slept in in a hostel, great mattress and even better duvet and pillow. Niina holds events in the evening to bring people together, it was so wholesome. The guesthouse is spotless and feels like home. Pongyi guesthouse was such a highlight of my Japan trip.

Nina was an excellent host and I had a special time here learning a lot about Japan and Japanese culture here which I wouldn’t get to experience in most other places.

Nothing it was perfect

Une séjour parfait à l'auberge Pongyi ! Nina la gérante est d'une gentillesse exceptionnelle et fait tout pour mettre ses hôtes les plus à l'aise possible. Elle organise chaque soir une activité qui permet de découvrir la culture japonaise et de rencontrer les autres voyageurs.euses. L'auberge est incroyablement charmante et chaleureuse, on s'y sent comme à la maison. La chambre privée est très très confortable et cosy. L'emplacement est très pratique car proche de la gare et à distance très raisonnable du centre (via une balade très agréable). Une expérience exceptionnelle !

De gastheer en -vrouw zijn de meest liefhebbende, sociale mensen die we door heel onze reis door Japan heen ontmoet hebben ❤️ Als je er bent, zet dan tijd aan de kant om ze te leren kennen: ze organiseren enorm gezellige avonden om je de cultuur een beetje eigen te laten maken!

Als je 2 meter lang bent stoot je overal je hoofd 🤣

Hoy día, con tanto movimiento de viajeros, es difícil encontrar lugares auténticos en los que intenten incluirte en la rutina del lugar, aunque sea pocos días. Tras muchísimos viajes y trabajar en una guesthouse durante muchos años, solo puedo maravillarme de que existan proyectos como Pongyi. Volveríamos a Kanazawa solo para poder pasar otro par de días con ellos. Si buscas un lugar único y especial, no lo dudes. La casa es muy antigua y tiene alma, pero por supuesto implica sus pequeñas incomodidades. Si buscas un hotel o hostel moderno para dormir y salir del paso, este tal vez no sea tu sitio.

We loved every aspect of our stay, which gave us the chance to connect with and learn more deeply about Japanese culture! We stayed in a private room, and everything was perfect. Ms. Nina and Mrs. Masaki shared so much about their country and culture, and we had the wonderful opportunity to join them in a Japanese origami and calligraphy class, as well as preparing a dinner together with onigiri, tamagoyaki, and mochi. Nina has a unique talent for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere among guests from different countries, and she is an endless source of tips and advice about the city. Seeing her smiling every time we returned made our experience in Kanazawa one of the highlights of our trip! We truly hope to come back soon :)

Everything was perfect!

I've loved each hotel I've stayed at in Japan but this went far beyond every other place. The staff here, Masaki-san and Nina-san, were the best hosts. There was an optional evening activity that all of the guests joined in for and they shared so much about the culture and about the location we were in. We got to know one another and learn about Japan while having fun. My sister and I loved the trip to Japan, but this place made me want to come back just to stay here again. The room was small but cozy and perfect- the guest house used to be a kimono shop and it holds so much charm. They provided tea, snacks and any amenities we needed. It was clean and comfortable, plus in a great location. with lots of food nearby. I cannot recommend this place enough.

It was perfect.