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Recommended hotels in Nara

A hot tub with a wooden bench, large windows, and a view of a garden.

1. Onyado Nono Nara Natural Hot Spring

Onyado Nono Nara Natural Hot Spring
3.0 star property
Nara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,076 reviews)
"Was a nice place to stay. Free midnight Ramen was a cool addition too!"
United States
Travis
The price is ￥9,999
￥11,435 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Onyado Nono Nara Natural Hot Spring
A hotel lobby with a long reception area, a seating area with chairs, and a modern ceiling design.

2. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara Natural Hot Springs

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara Natural Hot Springs
3.5 star property
Nara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (760 reviews)
"TV was nice. Easy check in check out. Great location right next to the station."
United States
Gregory
The price is ￥10,753
￥12,129 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara Natural Hot Springs
A modern hotel with a red facade, multiple floors, and a large entrance area with a covered walkway.

3. Hotel Nikko Nara

Hotel Nikko Nara
4.0 star property
Nara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,025 reviews)
"Overall, the hotel was elegant. We could not believe how quiet it was given that it's connected to the train station and right at the foot of the street that leads to the park. Great rooms and great location. We would definitely stay there again."
United States
Terry
The price is ￥16,727
￥18,400 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Nikko Nara
A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and a high ceiling with a geometric pattern.

4. Novotel Nara

Novotel Nara
5.0 star property
Nara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (429 reviews)
"Had a great stay overall. The staff were exceptionally friendly and welcoming from check-in to check-out. The room was spotless, cozy, and provided a very comfortable night’s rest. Breakfast offered a wide variety of delicious options, though the dining area can get quite busy during peak morning hours. Would gladly stay here again!"
Hong Kong SAR China
Stephen
The price is ￥14,504
￥17,549 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Novotel Nara
A hotel room with a city view, a desk with a computer, a bed, and a sofa.

5. Piazza Hotel Nara

Piazza Hotel Nara
3.5 star property
Nara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (864 reviews)
"The staffs are super helpful and friendly."
Canada
Leona Luya
The price is ￥15,609
￥17,170 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Piazza Hotel Nara
A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, and a patterned rug.

6. IROHA GRAND HOTEL KINTETSUNARAEKIMAE

IROHA GRAND HOTEL KINTETSUNARAEKIMAE
3.5 star property
Nara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (310 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and hotel is very clean and amenity. "
Hong Kong SAR China
PUI SHAN
The price is ￥16,909
￥18,600 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
IROHA GRAND HOTEL KINTETSUNARAEKIMAE
A hot spring bath area with a stone pathway, bamboo wall, and a wooden bench.

7. SUPER HOTEL Premier JR Nara Station

SUPER HOTEL Premier JR Nara Station
3.0 star property
Nara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (527 reviews)
"Breakfast was great The Onsen was amazing "
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is ￥9,821
￥11,103 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
SUPER HOTEL Premier JR Nara Station
A traditional building with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by trees and a bridge.

8. Nara Hotel

Nara Hotel
4.0 star property
Nara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This is one of a handful of classy historic hotels near major rural attractions in Japan. A real old fashioned high-end style and treatment that makes you think you're in the 1930s. The location is convenient to the Nara Park where the historic attractions are located. It is not in walking distance of either train station."
United States
Benjamin
The price is ￥42,213
￥53,399 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Nara Hotel
A luxurious lobby with a grand chandelier, marble flooring, and modern furnishings.

9. APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae

APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae
3.0 star property
Nara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (665 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
khiem
The price is ￥5,923
￥7,204 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae
A variety of Japanese dishes, including sashimi and sushi, served on decorative plates.

10. Asukasou

Asukasou
4.0 star property
Naramachi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (261 reviews)
"Great kaseiki dinner. Our best meal in Japan. This ryokan oozes charm and the staff is wonderful"
United States
Kevin
The price is ￥33,322
￥40,319 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Asukasou
Exterior

11. Hotel Tenpyo Naramachi

Hotel Tenpyo Naramachi
3.0 star property
Naramachi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (185 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff. The room was quite spacious and cleanly decorated, very comfortable. Public bath was modern and clean, very relaxing."
United States
Julian
The price is ￥24,741
￥27,490 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Tenpyo Naramachi
A hallway with wooden flooring, a reception desk with a book display, and a wall with a mural.

12. Comfort Hotel Nara

Comfort Hotel Nara
3.0 star property
Naramachi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (436 reviews)
"Great staff and rooms"
United States
Alex
The price is ￥10,364
￥11,400 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Comfort Hotel Nara
A spacious indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern ceiling design.

13. Centurion Hotel Classic Nara

Centurion Hotel Classic Nara
3.0 star property
Nara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Super nice staff, great location"
United States
Edith
The price is ￥7,323
￥8,147 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Centurion Hotel Classic Nara
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, wooden paneling, and ambient lighting.

14. Henn na Hotel Premier Nara

Henn na Hotel Premier Nara
3.0 star property
Nara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (522 reviews)
"I liked everything about this hotel and will definitely book again next time."
United States
Dung
The price is ￥7,387
￥8,246 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Henn na Hotel Premier Nara
A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden walkway, moss-covered rocks, and a wooden structure with a staircase.

15. Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei

Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei
4.0 star property
Nara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Tsukihitei is truly an extraordinary place. The peaceful atmosphere, beautiful traditional setting, exceptional service, and attention to every detail made the experience unforgettable. It feels like stepping into a hidden gem where Japanese elegance and warm hospitality come together perfectly. A truly special place that I highly recommend."
United States
Angel
The price is ￥94,545
￥114,400 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei
The exterior of ABHOTEL NARA with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with glass doors and a sign above.

16. AB Hotel Nara

AB Hotel Nara
3.0 star property
Nara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (261 reviews)
"Clean room and free breakfast! Saw some Nara deer walking around the street just outside the hotel!"
United States
Tom
The price is ￥6,909
￥7,600 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
AB Hotel Nara
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door, and a round mirror on the wall.

17. Nara Royal Hotel

Nara Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Nara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice stay!"
United States
Abigail
The price is ￥9,004
￥10,205 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Nara Royal Hotel
A modern building with a sloped roof, large wooden pillars, and a stone pathway leading to a seating area.

18. MIROKU NARA by THE SHARE HOTELS

MIROKU NARA by THE SHARE HOTELS
3.0 star property
Naramachi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (260 reviews)
"Comfortable, clean, and safe place Close to shopping, town center"
United States
Brenda
The price is ￥13,027
￥14,493 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
MIROKU NARA by THE SHARE HOTELS
An outdoor covered walkway with wooden beams, a gravel path, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

19. Sarusawaike Yoshidaya

Sarusawaike Yoshidaya
3.5 star property
Naramachi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"I highly recommended this place."
United States
Edward
The price is ￥20,800
￥22,880 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Sarusawaike Yoshidaya
A traditional wooden gate leading to a pathway with a tiled roof overhead.

20. Shikitei

Shikitei
3.0 star property
Nara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"A stay here offers far more than luxurious accommodations; it provides a deep connection to timeless Japanese culture. If you are looking for an authentic escape where you are treated with genuine warmth, effortless grace, and meticulous attention to detail, this ryokan is an absolute must-visit. Would return in a heartbeat."
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥47,318
￥52,050 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Shikitei
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Top Nara Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent
"I wish there was more massage chairs and a 24 soda dispenser rather than just only forming dining hours. I loved the Yalkut and ramen bar."
William 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

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Nara Motels information

Number of reviews
8,413
Accommodation
4 Motels
Lowest Price
￥7,204
Highest Price
￥114,400

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Nara?
By saving on your room price, you can make the most of what Nara has to offer. In the larger area, favorite places to visit include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle, and Kyocera Dome Osaka.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. Starting in the early 1950s, colorful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and examples today can still be seen along historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Nara?
Here you'll find some of Expedia customers' favorite motels in the larger area. Family Lodge Hatagoya Narahari: If driving, you'll be within 16 minutes of Nara Park. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Family Lodge Hatagoya Osaka Hirakata: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Central Nara is 12.5 mi (20.1 km) away. Family Lodge Hatagoya Osakako: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 21.2 mi (34.1 km) from the heart of Nara. Family Lodge Hatagoya Iga: Central Nara is 26.2 mi (42.1 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay.
What can I do in Nara?
People visiting Nara like its temples, monuments, and gardens. As you're sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. Favorite places in and around Nara include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle, and Kyocera Dome Osaka. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Nara Park, Mount Wakakusa, and Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum and Kojindo.
What's the weather like in Nara?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Nara to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 43°F. The rainiest months in Nara are July, June, September, and October, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Nara when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Nara to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Itami Airport (ITM), which is located 21.9 mi (35.3 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Kobe Airport (UKB), which is 32.7 mi (52.7 km) away. If you want to see more of the area, ride aboard a train from Shin-Omiya Station, Nara Station, or Kintetsu-Nara Station.

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