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Nara Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Sarusawa Pond Park

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Japanese style room (47.4 sqm) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes
Premium Terrace Twin Room, Non Smoking (West Wing) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes
Deluxe Twin A - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Park Side | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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1096 Takabatake-cho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8301
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarusawa Pond Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Nara National Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • City view
  • 235 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, Non Smoking (Main Building) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Non Smoking (Main Building) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Twin Room 27.3 sqm, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Superior Twin Room 27.3 sqm, Non Smoking (Main Building) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room 27.3 sqm, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 294 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Comfort Corner Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Comfort Corner Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Tradition Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Deluxe Tradition Room, Non Smoking (Main Building) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Tradition Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 343 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Modern Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Deluxe Modern Room, Non Smoking (Main Building) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Modern Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • City view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Comfort Wide Room, Non Smoking (Main Building) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Comfort Wide Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Garden View Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Deluxe Garden View Room, Non Smoking (Main Building) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Garden View Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Classic Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Premium Classic Room, Non Smoking (Main Building) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Classic Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 470 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Panorama Corner, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Premium Panorama Corner, Non Smoking (Main Building) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Panorama Corner, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 551 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (West Wing)

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (West Wing) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (West Wing)

  • Garden view
  • 363 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Terrace Twin Room, Non Smoking (West Wing)

Premium Terrace Twin Room, Non Smoking (West Wing) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Terrace Twin Room, Non Smoking (West Wing)

  • Garden view
  • 679 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Premium Japanese-Western Style Room 63.9 sqm, Non Smoking (West Wing)

  • Garden view
  • 688 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Premium Japanese-Western Style Room 58.7 sqm, Non Smoking (West Wing)

  • 632 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Crown Suite Room, Non Smoking (West Wing)

Crown Suite Room, Non Smoking (West Wing) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Crown Suite Room, Non Smoking (West Wing)

  • Garden view
  • 727 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Nara

City center retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Sarusawa Pond Park and Nara Park. Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara National Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nara National Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Todaiji Temple - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Peaks Beignet - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ラサ ボジュン 奈良店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪カナカナ - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪馬の目 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Labo Rusty - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Nara Hotel

4-star hotel near Sarusawa Pond Park
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Nara Hotel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Nara hotel.

  • 127 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1909
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Nara Hotel offers 127 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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 5,000 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

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
  • Thin carpet in room
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 4 2026 to June 3 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from January 4 2026 to June 3 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Elevator
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 10120.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for JPY 3795.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately JPY 5000 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 3795.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 10120.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of 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
Nara Hotel
Nara Hotel Nara
Nara Hotel Hotel
Nara Hotel Hotel Nara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Nara Hotel to the airport?

Nara Hotel is 29.7 mi (32-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nara Hotel?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nara Hotel on Jul 2, 2026 start from $195, including 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.

Does Nara Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Nara Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of JPY 2100 per person, one-way.

Does Nara Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Nara Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 5000 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Nara Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Nara Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Nara Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Nara Hotel have a pool?

Nara Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Nara Hotel have a restaurant?

Nara Hotel is home to Main Dining Room MIKASA, which features French cuisine. The property will be renovating the dining venue(s) from January 4 2026 to June 3 2026 (completion date subject to change).

Does Nara Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Nara Hotel to downtown Nara?

Nara Hotel is 1.8 mi away from Nara.

Nara Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Konstantin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional service, very clean, staff is very helpful, wonderful location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Ateeb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Yuri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great experience. Hotel was very clean and great service. We were satisfied. We are really coming back this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Haldis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and property was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel with great service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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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
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8/10 Good

Zheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property in the area with good dine in restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Henrich

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

Nice classic hotel

Nice Classic hotel with Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Beautiful classic hotel filled with original art and well preserved architecture.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was amazing. Staff was very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and room were absolutely stunning!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Yingyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. We love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So far it's the best place (out of five) I've stayed in Japan on this trip. Hotel is very comfortable and inviting with interesting history. Rooms are well sized and well designed making out stay really pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is beautiful. Excellent food and service. Near by to everything. Lovely place to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Yong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old world charm. Hotel was excellent. Dining was excellent. Tons of staff to assist you in every way. Best hotel in Nara
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Jeheon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best in West Japan
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely historic building in a great location next to the wonderful park where the deer roam. Great breakfast, we had the second best eggs benedict of our experience. Staff very sweet and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025