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Shaq Bighouse

Shaq Bighouse
Shaq Bighouse – Kanazawa, CA
Shaq Bighouse – Kanazawa, CA
Check in 5:30 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Shaq Bighouse

Comfortable Accommodations Shaq Bighouse in Kanazawa offers a 1-star hostel experience with air-conditioning, shared bathrooms, and tatami and parquet floors. Dining and Leisure Guests can enjoy Japanese cuisine at the on-site restaurant, relax at the terrace, and unwind at the bar. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Convenient Location Located 20 mi from Komatsu Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Kenrokuen Garden (17 minutes), Kanazawa Castle (0.7 mi), and Kanazawa Station (17 minutes). Nearby attractions include Ozaki Shrine (1969 feet) and Myoryuji Ninja Temple (1.5 mi). Guest Favorites Guests highly rate the host, bar, and convenient location, making Shaq Bighouse a preferred choice for travelers.

Amenities

  • Bar / lounge
  • Luggage storage
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette

Reviews

4.6 / 5
Excellent 158 reviews
  • Engine customer Apr 2026

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  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Shaq is awesome!

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    The restaurant was great, rooms had a decent size locker, owner is awesome

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    The location is very close to the Omicho market so you can visit early in the morning. Shaq as a host is extremely welcoming and remodeled the house into something that resembles more of a homestay (since Shaq and his family live upstairs). You would be supporting a family run business. Vacuuming around the sleeping areas could be improved but beds and showers were clean

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    Shaq is a lot of fun!!

  • Engine customer Sep 2025

    Nice host. Good location. Good spot to rest up.

  • Engine customer Sep 2025

    Shaq hands down is the best host of all time genuinely, speaks impeccable English and knows everyone so he’s your go to guy for everything Bit of a trek from the station but not an issue

  • Engine customer May 2025

    The room and facilities were very clean, beds were more comfortable than the other beds I'd slept on during my trip. The owner, Shaq, is very friendly and I had a good night chatting with him and some other travelers at the bar, in fact it was the most memorable night of my trip.

  • Engine customer May 2025

    Amazing hospitality! The owner is very cool and down to earth. He went out of his way to help me several times. Definitely recommend staying here

  • Engine customer Apr 2025

    Everything. The beds were awesome, most comfortable in all of Japan. Shaq was super nice and fun, izakaya downstairs. Location. Would definitely come back! Nothing

  • Engine customer Apr 2025

    Superb

  • Engine customer Apr 2025

    Good

  • Engine customer Mar 2025

    Very good and clean hostel. Very nice bar/restaurant where people meet and socialise. That means it's easy to spend a pleasant and funny evening.

  • Engine customer Mar 2025

    Shaq was super friendly, the bar and restaurant were cute and super tasty, and the vibe was just fantastic.

  • Engine customer Feb 2025

    Superb

  • Engine customer Feb 2025

    Great host, you can spend some time to the izakaya too! no kitchen and no laundry, but you can use the izakaya's microwave.

  • Engine customer Feb 2025

    It's a hostel (not really a downside to me)

  • Engine customer Feb 2025

    The owner is great, explained the area in a good way and gave very good recommendations and overall very fun to talk to. The only issue I had with the property was with the outer wall of the mixed dorm, it’s a Japanese style wooden wall and in the morning the sun shines through

  • Engine customer Feb 2025

    Amazing host. Shaq is a great guy and loves interacting with you. He is ready with great advice. His in-house bar downstairs is also great and fair prices We stayed there in January, coldest time of the year. While the bedroom was always nice and warm, the hallway and bathroom area didn't have the heat on. Made it a bit uncomfortable. I am guessing at different times of the year it will not be a problem.

  • Engine customer Jan 2025

    Nice and welcoming

Frequently asked questions about Shaq Bighouse

Does Shaq Bighouse have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Shaq Bighouse offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Shaq Bighouse offer parking?
On-site parking is not listed at Shaq Bighouse. Public parking may be available nearby.
Does Shaq Bighouse have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Shaq Bighouse does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Kanazawa, see business hotels in Kanazawa.
Does Shaq Bighouse have a fitness center?
Shaq Bighouse does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Shaq Bighouse located, and how walkable is the area?
Shaq Bighouse is located at Takaokacho 7-30, Kanazawa, CA 920-0864. With a Walk Score of 98, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

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