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Nara Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Sarusawa Pond Park

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Garden Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace
Property entrance
Front of property - evening/night
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Japanese style room (47.4 sqm) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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1096 Takabatake-cho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8301
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarusawa Pond Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kofuku-ji Temple
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking - New Wing

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Royal Suite (New Wing) | Living area | Flat-screen TV, fireplace

Royal Suite (New Wing)

  • 1367 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Crown Suite (New Wing) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Crown Suite (New Wing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 710 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Japanese style room (47.4 sqm) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Japanese style room (47.4 sqm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Non Smoking (Main Wing, Nara Park Side) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Town Side | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Town Side | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Park side Deluxe Twin - Main wing | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Park side Deluxe Twin - Main wing

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 551 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin B - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Park Side | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin C - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Town Side | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Wing, Nara Park Side, 27.3 m2)

Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 293 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Room amenity

Garden Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking

  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Japanese Style Room (58sqm) - New Wing

Japanese Style Room (58sqm) - New Wing | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Japanese Style Room (58sqm) - New Wing

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 624 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room - New Wing

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin - Main Wing, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin - Main Wing, Non Smoking

  • 343 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin A - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Park Side

Deluxe Twin A - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Park Side | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Main Building Deluxe Comfort Corner, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Main Building Deluxe Comfort Corner, Non Smoking

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Room amenity

(Main Wing / New Wing) Run of house

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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 - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nara National Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Todaiji Temple - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪ふく徳 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪奈良ホテル ティーラウンジ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪青葉茶屋 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪ラサ ボジュン 奈良店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Peaks Beignet - ‬4 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 fireplaces and complimentary newspapers. 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 complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. 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 4,600 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
  • Extra futon (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 4 2026 to May 31 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from January 4 2026 to May 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Elevator
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Select guestrooms
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 8855 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for JPY 2530 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 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)
  • Futon bed fee: JPY 3795 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 2530 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 8855 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

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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 Dec 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nara Hotel on Dec 23, 2025 start from $178.05, 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.

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 4600 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 May 31 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.

Reviews

Nara Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 640 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haldis, Kirkland

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

ANDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its probably the best place I have stayed as of yet, from my exploration its not really missing anything, a few scars here and there yet they tell a story. some parts need restoration, bath tubs and fittings would be the ones actually 'needed' to prevent rotting through and damaging the foundation via inflation. Other wise its good as is. That is my opinion on the matter, I dont know if there is barrier between the tub and the building if so it can be left alone, if my version of a fix would be remove the rust in a circle, and with new sealant put in a lovely patterns
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wing Man Liza

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Takako

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

So

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
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

Alaa

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

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Anand

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overpriced and poor facilities, hotel in need of complete renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent and the exterior of the hotel is ok but the inside of the hotel is worn and tired and in desperate need of renovation - particularly for the very high price. Staff friendly but inflexible and mediocre service. Giving The Shining vibes. Not recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuanfu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Xiangan

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff members are very friendly and helpful, but the facility is not worth the cost. Spider on bed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gunda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
A beautiful old building, a wonderful Suite with two bathrooms, two balconies unfortunately no balcony furniture to sit outside, the staff was helpful and friendly. Great location to reach many Nara highlights, restaurants and shops by foot.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Traveled with partner
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