Guesthouse Naramachi

2.0 star property
Guest house near Gango-ji Temple, connected to a shopping center in Nara

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Traditional House | Living area | 45-inch LCD TV with digital channels, computer monitors
Business center
Traditional House | Garden view
Traditional House | Down comforters, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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30 Kitakyobatecho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8322
  • Place, Gango-ji Temple
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarusawa Pond Park
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

Traditional House

  • Garden view
  • 1044 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 13
  • 13 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Nara

Heart of Nara.Within a 15-minute walk of this Naramachi guesthouse, you'll find Gango-ji Temple and Nara Park. Sarusawa Pond Park and Nara Woman's University are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gango-ji Temple - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nara Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Todaiji Temple - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 17 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ふぐ照 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪キラメキノトリ 奈良店 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪コメダ珈琲店 奈良中央本店 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪タイ料理 アロイアロイ - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ボリクコーヒー - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Guesthouse Naramachi

Guest house near Gango-ji Temple, connected to a shopping center in Nara
Guesthouse Naramachi offers its guests a full-service spa. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Spa services, a library, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the business-friendly Guesthouse Naramachi.

This Nara guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Guesthouse Naramachi offers 5 accommodations with all-in-one washer/dryers and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include dining tables. Beds feature down comforters. 45-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and rice cookers are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Nara guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and computer monitors. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily. There are hot springs/mineral springs on site.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Arcade/game room
  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (JPY 800 per night); reservations required
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (30 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 45-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 1000.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 800 per night (131 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 1000.0 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 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 only accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 or credit 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 only accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • 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.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Guesthouse Naramachi.

Property is also known as

Guesthouse House Naramachi
Guesthouse Naramachi
Naramachi Guesthouse
Guesthouse Naramachi Nara
Guesthouse Naramachi Nara
Guesthouse Naramachi Guesthouse
Guesthouse Naramachi Guesthouse Nara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Guesthouse Naramachi to the airport?

Guesthouse Naramachi is 40.1 mi (78-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Guesthouse Naramachi?

As of Jun 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guesthouse Naramachi on Jun 19, 2026 start from $182, 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 Guesthouse Naramachi have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Guesthouse Naramachi.

Does Guesthouse Naramachi offer free breakfast?

Guesthouse Naramachi does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Guesthouse Naramachi?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Guesthouse Naramachi?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Guesthouse Naramachi?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Guesthouse Naramachi have a pool?

Guesthouse Naramachi does not have a pool.

Does Guesthouse Naramachi have a spa?

Yes, this guesthouse has a spa.

How close is Guesthouse Naramachi to downtown Nara?

Guesthouse Naramachi is 1.6 mi away from Nara.

Guesthouse Naramachi Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 87 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner and staff were amazing…so sad we were there only for one night for a music show. Gracious and amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ならまちの近くで、観光に便利、リーズナブルなのに部屋があてがわれる。そして近くに24時までやっている数軒の銭湯があり、そこにサウナがあるのがすばらしい。ホストの方が親切でアットホームである。
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Avelino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El anfitrión super amable , me explico y me dio el recorrido es pequeño pero muy hogareño recomendado si te quieres sentir como un japonés en su casa
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Karen

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

Guest house très agréable

Notre séjour a été très agréable ; les gérants de la guesthouse étaient très prévoyants surtout qu’ils nous ont aidé à modifier et planifier la suite de notre séjour au japon à cause du passage du super typhon hagibis. Très gentils et attentionnés !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
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8/10 Good

Phil&Gal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the old house.Having to pay for towels was a bit akward. The host was nice but the house rules presentation was heavy during check in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Ming

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

推薦

由奈良車站就有環線公車可直達民宿,班次也多,同時也可達重要景點。附近的巷弄隨處就可看到很美的古老房舍。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
パーキングは近所のコインパーキングでした。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
充滿傳統日式住宅的民宿,很棒。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lou

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

Guesthouse japonaise traditionnelle et confortable

Un couple de japonais tient cette guesthouse depuis une dizaine d’années. Très bonne organisation et accueil chaleureux. Cette ancienne maison de calligraphie centenaire a été réaménagée en logement traditionnel japonais. Les chambres sont très soignées et confortables. Les futons posés à même le tatami font office de lits, comme le veut la tradition japonaise. Cela peut surprendre mais on y dort très bien. La maison est très bien située, au cœur des petites ruelles de Nara. Le propriétaire propose des locations de vélos, ce qui est très pratique. Je recommande vivement !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Traditionnelle et confortable

Guesthouse très agréable! Très traditionnelle tout en disposant de tout le confort nécessaire. Les propriétaires sont très accueillants et à l’écoute. Je recommande vivement!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzann

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

Séjour Coup de cœur à Naramachi

Mr et Mme Kanzai sont des hôtes extraordinaires et généreux. Mon séjour chez eux et dans le quartier Naramachi sont mes coups de cœur du Japon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Heinz

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

Recht gut

Leider war eine Baustelle gleich nebenan!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Photo show the view outside our window.

Wonderful place to stay in Nara, a beautiful traditional Japanese house, quiet, nice neighborhood, about 10-15 minutes walk to shopping and restaurant area, but we don’t mind the walk through the peaceful and beautiful alleys.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Ihana majoitus

Vanha tunnelmallinen talo kävelymatkan päässä juna asemalta, jota pyörittää mitä ystävällisin vanha pariskunta. Majoitus yksityishuoneissa on perinteisillä futoneilla, tunnelmallisissa huoneissa. Suihkut ja vessat ovat jaetut, ja suihkujen käytölle on tietyt ajat, mutta ruuhkaa niihin ei tule missään vaiheessa. Talo on upea!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

推荐体验

民宿这一对认真生活、充满爱的老夫妻最值得怀念!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

I loved being there and it felt like family.

You need to be aware of other people. That´s it, just like you would do at home :) They helped us in all they could and were truly interested in sharing with us. If you decide to go, share with them your plans and things you would like to do, they know a lot of people and can point you in the right direction. Would definitely go again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mahmoud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean place and warm people, I would totally stay there again. Kumiko and Shinju really make you feel home.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Otherwise a great place to stay.

Review of Guesthouse Naramachi The introduction and tour by the proprietor as well as the officious explanation of the myriad of strict rules might leave you feeling you have just landed on a prison farm. He may ask for your passport four times if you do not hand it over within ten seconds. The piano music, which plays until 11PM, (doors locked at 10) might be flattered to be described as sappy and is on a perpetual repeat cycle. If you want an early night it isn’t possible. A good pair of ear plugs is strongly recommended - the sound barriers between the rooms are less than paper thin. All paths from bathroom to bedroom pass through the only living area which is charming. There are only two bathrooms and two showers, insufficient for the number of guests. The stairs to the sleeping rooms are steeper and longer than most temples so bring climbing slippers bigger than size 8 men’s – the proprietor will insist you wear them. If you are anywhere close to six feet tall you may want a hard hat – there are low ceilings in some areas. After you have stripped your bed (rule 62) in the morning, the wife (or helper) of the proprietor will ask you to account for your bedding and towels as though you might slip them into your luggage. Towels will cost you extra. Otherwise a great place to stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YEONGUK

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

Soooooo clean

very well organized, clean, comfort, best guesthouse I have been. Alomost 100 years buiding is renovated and become the good hostel equped with modern conveniency by the owner. I made a mistake with my booking but the owner showed generous with smile. I will come again if i have a chance to visit Nara again. Do book this hostel !
Verified

6/10 Okay

KATHLEEN

Fine, but Out of the Way

I needed a bus to get there from the train station.
Verified

8/10 Good

FUMIKO

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

快適な京終のゲストハウス

無料でPCが使えたので、タブレットを忘れた身でとてもありがたかったです。 シャワーも特段支障なく、冷蔵庫、無料のティーバッグ、お湯、食器などもありがたかったです。北京終町バス停からほど近く、京終駅も歩いて行けます。桜井線、バスを使うのであればよいと思います。
Verified

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Casa antigua con mucha historia. El propietario es muy agradable, te da buenos consejos. Alquilan bicis por 500Y o 1000Y (dependiendo del tipo). Hay que coger un bus para ir a la estación de tren. No hay paredes por lo que aconsejo tapones por la noche!
Verified

8/10 Good

MINSHAN

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特殊的日式旅馆体验

公共浴室略有不便;房子由于是木制结构,隔音效果比较差