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APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Nara Park

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A luxurious lobby with a grand chandelier, marble flooring, and modern furnishings.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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29-1 Kamisanjocho, Nara, Nara, 630-8228
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarusawa Pond Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Nara Woman's University
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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Room

Standard Room with 1bed - Non-Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Room

Standard Room with 1bed - Non-Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Queen Bed Room for two people, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Twin Beds Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with three beds, a control panel, and a window with curtains.

Triple Beds Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Room

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a TV, and a patterned wall.

Connecting Room A, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Room

Connecting Room B, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Room

Connecting Room C, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Room

Queen Bed Room for one person, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Nara

In Nara .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Nara Park and Sarusawa Pond Park. Also, Nara Woman's University is within half a mile (1 km) and Todaiji Temple is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nara Woman's University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Todaiji Temple - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 4 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ドトールコーヒーショップ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪CHAMI - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪LAMP BAR - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Seattle's Best Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪シャトードール 奈良本店 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae

3-star hotel near Nara Park
As a guest of APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Public spaces have free WiFi. APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae also features an elevator and a microwave in a common area.

This 3-star Nara hotel is smoke free.

  • 163 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae offers 163 accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

This Nara hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a WiFi speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. 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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPay, Merpay, and R Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, cash, mobile payments, PayPay, Merpay, and R Pay. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Apa Kintetsu Nara Ekimae Nara
APA Hotel Kintetsunara Ekimae
APA Hotel <Kintetsu Nara Ekimae>
APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae Nara
APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae Hotel
APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae Hotel Nara

Frequently asked questions

How close is APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae to the airport?

APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae is 41 mi (82-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae on Nov 3, 2026 start from $86, 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 APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae.

Does APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae offer free breakfast?

APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

Is there free parking at APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae have a pool?

APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae does not have a pool.

Does APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae to downtown Nara?

APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae is 1.2 mi away from Nara.

APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 331 out of 669 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 669 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 669 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 669 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 669 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very comfortable and conveniently located near shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nara is our go to spot in Japan while visiting local shops and supporting small business. Hotel staff were incredible and we'll be returning customers!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, room fairly small but location was great, awesome staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to Nara Deer Park, shrines, temples, shopping and many great restaurants. I decided at the last minute (about 10pm) to stay overnight in Nara, booked the hotel, walked over, was checked in and in my room in under 10 minutes. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, close to Nara Park, friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and decent place to stay. Going between the subway and the hotel needs some walking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location to visit Nara!

Great location and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a stay in Nara
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Close to many attractions for tourists
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generous staff and clean facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nara is great hotel was nice cant wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location near the train station and a shopping street and basically right in front of Nara park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

The hotel is very clean, comfortable and the staff kind. Perfect stay in this hotel and i recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful as advertised and the staff are very helpful and efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, comfortable, and modern. Breakfast was lovely and tasty. We stayed on the ground floor, which was super quiet and dark for excellent sleeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good choice especially in terms of location. The one downside is the extremely small room and bathroom--barely had room to turn around in the latter.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just like the other Apa hotels the staff and room were fantastica
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good that the accommodation facilities were substantial.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, only 5 minutes from Nara Park. Hotel was clean and modern, and the staff were friendly. Checking in and out was efficient and the hotel was great value for money.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025