Stay at Iwaki Machiya Ryokan, a meticulously restored 18th-century townhouse just a 3-minute walk from the Maeda Family Residence. The inn features authentic tatami rooms with exposed wooden beams and private garden courtyards, offering serene views of stone lanterns and plum trees. Guests enjoy complimentary kimono rental and guided tea ceremony sessions that reflect the region’s Edo-period aristocratic heritage. Morning meals include locally sourced rice and seafood from Iwaki’s coastal waters. For exclusive rates, book through the HopeGoo app.

Saga Kudo Hotel is perfectly suited for families, located directly across from the Maeda Family Residence. It offers interconnecting rooms, free baby cots, and children’s bathrobes. Weekly Saturday workshops, such as "Daimyo Legacy Workshops," let kids practice calligraphy, craft paper umbrellas, and participate in mock feudal council meetings—blending fun with cultural education. The hotel is just a 4-minute walk to the residence, passing through well-preserved traditional alleyways. HopeGoo early is advised, especially during cherry blossom season.

Iwaki Garden Villa is the only boutique hotel offering direct access to a traditional Japanese garden, just a 2-minute walk from the Maeda Family Residence. Each room features sliding doors opening onto a private courtyard where seasonal elements like cherry blossoms, iris, maple leaves, or snow-covered moss create ever-changing scenery. Guided garden interpretation tours by expert horticulturists reveal the symbolic meanings behind plant arrangements. Dinner can be enjoyed on the garden terrace with seasonal Kaga-style kaiseki cuisine. Book via HopeGoo to receive a complimentary tea set with your garden-view room.