Nara Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Sarusawa Pond Park

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Garden Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Japanese style room (47.4 sqm)  | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Front of property - evening/night
Property entrance
Nara Hotel, near Kofuku-ji Temple, offers tranquil gardens and attentive staff. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and two French restaurants. A coffee shop serves breakfast and lunch, perfect for travelers planning temple visits.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ¥34,383
¥41,603 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Room options

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Japanese Style Room (58sqm) - New Wing

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Futons

Japanese style room (47.4 sqm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Futons

Park side Deluxe Twin - Main wing

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room - New Wing

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking - New Wing

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin A - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Park Side

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Main Building Deluxe Comfort Corner, Non Smoking

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Double - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Town Side

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Wing, Nara Park Side, 27.3 m2)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin - Main Wing, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Wing, Nara Park Side)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin C - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Town Side

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Twin - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Town Side

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin B - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Park Side

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking (Main Wing, Nara Park Side)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Garden Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Crown Suite (New Wing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Royal Suite (New Wing)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • 127 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

(Main Wing / New Wing) Run of house

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Nara, Nara Hotel is in the city center and near a boardwalk/promenade. Kofuku-ji Temple and Kasuga Shrine are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nara Park and Sarusawa Pond Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Nara Kenko Land.
Map
630-8301, Nara-ken, Nara, 1096 Takabatake-cho

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nara National Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kasuga Shrine - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 15 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪メインダイニングルーム 三笠 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ふく徳 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪青葉茶屋 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪奈良ホテル ティーラウンジ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Peaks Beignet - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Nara Hotel

Upscale hotel near Sarusawa Pond Park
Located close to Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara National Museum, Nara Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and French cuisine. In addition to a bar and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • An elevator, free newspapers, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 127 rooms boast comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Deep soaking tubs, bidets, and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 4,600 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Main Dining Room MIKASA

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1909
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 7000.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for JPY 2420.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately JPY 4600 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: JPY 2100 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: JPY 1050 (one-way), (up to 6 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 2420.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 7000.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Nara
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Frequently asked questions

Is Nara Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nara Hotel?

As of Sep 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nara Hotel on Oct 1, 2025 start from ¥34,383, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Nara Hotel?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Nara Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Nara Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Nara Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of JPY 2100 per person applies.

Where is Nara Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Nara, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Sarusawa Pond Park, Nara Park, and Kofuku-ji Temple. Nara National Museum and Todaiji Temple are also within 1 mi (2 km). Kintetsu-Nara Station is 15 minutes by foot and Nara Station is 26 minutes.

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Nara Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 642 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1008 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TAKESHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
流石、素晴らしい
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomoko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
雰囲気も大変よく、ホテルの方も親切で、朝食も素晴らしかったです。
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haldis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and property was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

chiyoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
スタッフのかたの接客態度が素晴らしかった 朝食もう少し代金安くても⁉️と、感じました
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magnifique hôtel dans son charme ancien mais extrêmement confortable dans un superbe parc habité par des biches à deux pas des lieux d’intérêt.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, hotel and location. Walkable to parks, grounds were lovely and everyone was very helpful. Clean, large rooms and dining on site.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property that was the perfect setting for our stay in Nara.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So cute could see the deer from our room just loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomoo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
大変快適に過ごせました。歴史に触れた宿でした
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
初めて利用しましたが、とても居心地のよいホテルでした。広さも十分あり、清潔で静か、部屋のバルコニーから見える新緑に癒されました。是非また宿泊したいです。
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

AZUSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
歴史ある建物の中で過ごす贅沢を 味わうことができて、良い経験になりました。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
長きに渡りホテルで繰り広げられてきた様々な歴史に思いを馳せながら、落ち着いた空間で静かに滞在を愉しむことのできるホテルでした。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAZUYO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
静かでお松明を見るための立地が良い
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

何処へ行くにも便利な歴史あるホテル

朝食は 和洋どちらも美味しく、眺めも良いお席でゆったりできました
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really a great location if you want to go to the park. Has a bus to go to Nara Station.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
朝食完璧でした。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

TOSHIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
楽しめました。朝食も美味しかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic
Display if I recall is a replica, the real deal is still on property
For papper
Historic art
X2
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel with great service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Françoise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Le Nara Hôtel est très bien situé, très proche du parc de Nara et des temples. Le personnel est très attentionné. Notre chambre correspondait à la description et était très confortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, easy access to attractions and restaurants in a historic hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alaa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are incredibly nice and helpful. Japanese breakfast was incredible with fish option. Facility is immaculate and well located to temples. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025