Detailed Japanese hotel photos & review.

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Kanazawa

11/02/2020

Detailed review & photos “Hyatt Centric Kanazawa”

What is the appearance of the hotel? Check the entrance and reception

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The hotel is a 14-story building that just opened at the Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) of Kanazawa Station.

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There is a commercial facility on the 1st and 2nd floor of the adjacent “Hyatt House Kanazawa” which is very convenient as it contains many grocery stores, cafes and restaurants.

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Entrance

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Hotel name at the entrance.

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A spacious carport with a roof.

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The lighting of the car door was inspired by the Maeda family crest “Umebachi” of the Maeda Toshiie family.

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Entrance

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The name of the hotel was illuminated by a whistle light.

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Once inside you can see the golden pine trees which are made of gold leaf, which is also a traditional craft by reusing the iron tools used in the city of Kanazawa.

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Three Kaga lion dances

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In front of the elevator a kimono with an old map of Kanazawa printed on it was displayed. Art and craft works by local craftsmen were displayed everywhere in the hotel.

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1st floor elevator hall.

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Lobby floor elevator hall.

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There was art using white and black leather used in the work of stretching gold leaf.

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The lobby was created in the image of a teahouse in Kanazawa, and it was a wonderful space with a Japanese atmosphere.

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There was also a table with soy sauce barrels piled up here.

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There was a sitting area in front of the front desk, and it has a calm atmosphere with the image of a woodworm basket in a teahouse district.

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The big gold leaf art in the back was powerful.

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Lobby

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Sofas in the lobby.

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There was an all-day dining called “FIVE-Grill & Lounge” in the back.

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This dining room also had a lounge available at cafe time, offering apéritif, cake sets and sweets before meals.

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Art and crafts were displayed everywhere, and it was a very sophisticated space.

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Lobby floor elevator hall.

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A color sample of Kaga Yuzen’s polka dots was displayed in the elevator.

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Guest room floor elevator hall.

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Art works displayed in the elevator hall.

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Guest room floor corridor.

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What is the City View King Room like?

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Guest room entrance door.

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The room number was written on the plate of Kutani ware, which is a traditional craft of Ishikawa prefecture. It was interesting that each room has a different design!

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There was a toilet full length mirror and bathroom on the right and a closet and cafe corner on the left.

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The room was 32 square meters wide which was spacious. There was a sofa and a table by the window, and there was a space to relax besides the bed.

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The king size bed had plenty of space to lay on.

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Four pillows were prepared on the bed.

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There were tables on both sides of the bed. The light had a cute design.

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In addition to the lighting switch, the headboard also had an outlet and a USB port which was convenient for charging electronic devices.

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On the other side, there was a light switch, outlet, USB port, phone and a BOSE Bluetooth speaker.

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Above the bed was a bright red headboard. If you look closely, you can see manholes and abandoned empty cans! This is a model of a street that actually exists in Kanazawa, and the gold leaf pattern is said to be an image of the clogs of a child playing on it.

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TV across the bed.

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There was a wrk space next to the TV.

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Sofa and table by the window.

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The window was very big.

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I could see the cityscape of Kanazawa, and even the Toyama Bay beyond that.

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The view at night was wonderful.

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Popular Room Types
King Room with City View This double room has a bathrobe, air conditioning and soundproofing.
Twin Room with City View This twin room features a satellite TV, bathrobe and view.
Deluxe King Room This double room has a sofa, soundproofing and bathrobe.
King Suite with City View This suite features a bathrobe, soundproofing and air conditioning.
Deluxe Twin Room This twin room has a soundproofing, satellite TV and bathrobe.
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Bathroom

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There is a partition door between the bathroom and the bedroom. It can be closed tightly when changing clothes to maintain privacy.

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The bathroom was spacious with a bathtub and washing area. The hotel is new, so the bathroom was very clean.

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I was able to relax in the bathtub.

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The shower was a height-adjustable and removable hand shower, and I was able to take a shower comfortably without any problems with water pressure and temperature control.

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BeeKind shampoo, conditioner and body soap were provided next to the shower. It had a nice citrus scent.

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There was a sink in front of the bathroom.

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There was plenty of space to put my belongings on the counter.

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Mirror

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There were amenities and a hair dryer in the drawer under the sink. Amenities included a toothbrush set, hairbrush, cotton and cotton swabs.

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Body and face towels.

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Scale

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The toilet was in a separate room.

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A toilet with a washlet function.

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Closet and safe

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There was an open closet at the entrance. There was an Iron and ironing board.

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There was also a fluffy bathrobe hanging.

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Pajamas were prepared in a drawer.

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Safe

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Clothes brush and shoe horn.

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Slippers

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Mini bar and cafe

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There was a cafe corner next to the closet.

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There was a capsule coffee machine, electric kettle and two bottles of water.

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This caned bottle could be used as a tumbler and a water server was installed on each floor.

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Ice pale

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There were cups, glasses, wine opener, spoons, as well as TWG tea bags and coffee capsules prepared in this drawer.

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There was a fridge, but nothing was prepared inside.

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Restaurants and shops in the hotel

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There was an all-day dining called “FIVE-Grill & Lounge” on the 3rd floor next to the lobby.

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The inside of the restaurant was spacious, the ceiling was high, and the light came in through the large windows.

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The restaurant called “FIVE” seems to be derived from the inspiration of “five” by “Kaga Gosai” and “Kutani Gosai” used in Ishikawa’s traditional crafts Kaga Yuzen and Kutani ware, and the different “five spaces” in the restaurant. The large restaurant was divided into 5 areas.

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Breakfast was served buffet style.

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Japanese dishes

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Grilled dishes

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Eggs cooked on the spot.

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Yogurt, fruit and drinks.

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Breakfast

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There was a “Roof Terrace Bar” on the rooftop which is the 14th floor.

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The bar had an atmosphere of the teahouse district that represents Kanazawa culture.

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There was an open-air terrace seat, so you can feel as if you are floating above the city of Kanazawa.

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Why don’t you enjoy an extraordinary time while gazing at the panoramic view of Kanazawa.

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Popular Room Types
King Room with City View This double room has a bathrobe, air conditioning and soundproofing.
Twin Room with City View This twin room features a satellite TV, bathrobe and view.
Deluxe King Room This double room has a sofa, soundproofing and bathrobe.
King Suite with City View This suite features a bathrobe, soundproofing and air conditioning.
Deluxe Twin Room This twin room has a soundproofing, satellite TV and bathrobe.
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Facilities in the hotel

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There was a gym on the second floor. Various exercise machines were installed, and there was also a free weight area. It was open 24 hours a day.

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Also on the second floor, there was a space that can be used for events and conferences.

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An ice machine and a water server were installed on each floor. Water in a caned bottle is provided in the room, and the can can be used as a tumbler.

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Introducing Other Rooms!

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This is the “Deluxe Twin” room. It was 38 square meters wide, slightly larger than the “City View” room I stayed in, and had a stool (ottoman) at the foot of the bed.

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The headboard of this room was bright blue, and like my room, it was designed like the streets of Kanazawa.

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The structure of the bathroom is the same with a partition door.

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This is the “Premium King” room. It was a 46 square meters wide room which had plenty of space to spend a comfortable time.

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A bed that can be used as a bed.

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A table and chairs in front of the TV.

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An open closet next to the bed.

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The bathroom and toilet are separated opposite the closet and wash basin, and like other rooms, the partition door can be opened and closed to create an open space and maintain privacy.

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This is the “King Suite” room. This suite was 64 square meters wide and had a living room and a bedroom. There were two toilets, one right after the entrance and one in the bathroom next to the bedroom.

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This is the living room. It is a comfortable space decorated with a contemporary design full of Kanazawa’s uniqueness.

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On the table was a brass art plate.

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This is the bedroom. There was a workspace by the window.

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There was a king size bed.

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The bathroom and toilet were separate. There were two sinks in the bathroom.

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Hotel Surroundings

The hotel is adjacent to Kanazawa Station, so it is a convenient location to go anywhere.

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Tsuzumi-mon / Motenashi Dome at JR Kanazawa Station.

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Staff and Guests

The staff responded in a polite manner. As for the guests, there seemed to be a wide range of age groups, such as couples and women. The 3rd floor restaurant “FIVE-Grill & Lounge” and the 14th floor “Roof Terrace Bar” are often used by locals as well as guests.

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Popular Room Types
King Room with City View This double room has a bathrobe, air conditioning and soundproofing.
Twin Room with City View This twin room features a satellite TV, bathrobe and view.
Deluxe King Room This double room has a sofa, soundproofing and bathrobe.
King Suite with City View This suite features a bathrobe, soundproofing and air conditioning.
Deluxe Twin Room This twin room has a soundproofing, satellite TV and bathrobe.
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Access

When you exit Kanazawa Station Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit), you can see the hotel building right in front of you, so you will not get lost. There is also a covered walkway from the station to the hotel entrance, so you don’t have to use an umbrella on rainy days. There is also a parking lot at the basement of the hotel.

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Kanazawa Station Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit).

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Summary

I had a nice stay at the “Hyatt Centric Kanazawa.” It was a stylish hotel which just opened with the crafts and art works of local artists blended into a calm atmosphere. The guest rooms were spacious and the atmosphere was good and I was able to spend a comfortable time. I was also able to enjoy a nice view of Kanazawa city. I highly recommend staying at this hotel which is conveniently located in front of Kanazawa Station.

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Popular Room Types
King Room with City View This double room has a bathrobe, air conditioning and soundproofing.
Twin Room with City View This twin room features a satellite TV, bathrobe and view.
Deluxe King Room This double room has a sofa, soundproofing and bathrobe.
King Suite with City View This suite features a bathrobe, soundproofing and air conditioning.
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