Nara Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Sarusawa Pond Park
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Exterior
Japanese style room (47.4 sqm)
Front of property - evening/night
Park side Deluxe Twin - Main wing
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
1096 Takabatake-cho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8301
  • Gango-ji Temple
    5 min walk
  • Sarusawa Pond Park
    6 min walk
  • Nara Park
    7 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    32 min drive

Room options

Japanese Style Room (58sqm) - New Wing

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Futons

Japanese style room (47.4 sqm)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Futons

Park side Deluxe Twin - Main wing

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Standard Twin Room - New Wing

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking - New Wing

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Main Building Deluxe Comfort Corner, Non Smoking

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Deluxe Twin - Main Wing, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
  • 31.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Garden Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Crown Suite (New Wing)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Royal Suite (New Wing)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 127 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Main Building Standard Twin Park Side B

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

New Building Royal Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

New Building Crown Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Main Building Standard Twin Townside

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

New Building Japanese Style Room(8 + 4.5 Tatami)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Main Building Standard Double Park Side

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

New Building Japanese Style Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

Run Of House Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Main Building Deluxe Modern Townside

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Main Building Standard Twin Parkside A

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Main Building Standard Double Townside

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Main Building Deluxe Classic Parkside

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Nara

Nara Hotel puts you in the heart of Nara, within just a 10-minute stroll of Sarusawa Pond Park and Nara Park. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and fireplaces. .The restaurant, Main Dining Room MIKASA, serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Nara hotel include Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara National Museum.

What's nearby

  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nara Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nara National Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kasuga Shrine - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪カナカナ - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪THE BURGER STAND MAVERICK - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪タピオカミルクティ専門店 T. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ラサ ボジュン 奈良店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪メインダイニングルーム 三笠 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Nara Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Sarusawa Pond Park
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. 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
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Nara Hotel offers 127 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and minibars. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, dressing gowns, slippers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Main Dining Room MIKASA

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1909
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • 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

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 7000.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for JPY 2420.0 per day.

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: from 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)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 2420.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 7000.0 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 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 all 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.

Property is also known as

Hotel Nara
Nara Hotel
Nara Hotel Nara
Nara Hotel Hotel
Nara Hotel Hotel Nara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Nara Hotel?

Nara Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Nara Hotel?

Yep, Nara Hotel has a free self car park and free extended parking.

What makes Nara Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Nara Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Nara Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Nara Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nara Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Nara Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Nara Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Nara Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Nara Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 609 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1000 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Shawn

Travelled with family
Historical Hotel living in the past
The hotel has an amazing history and generally is very nice but dated and a bit tired. Our traditional Japanese room, which was semi below ground felt like we were in a dank basement. For the price, I felt it was a bit much compared to other more modern, family friendly hotels in the Kyoto/Osaka/Nara area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Makes the trip to Nara
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Ravi

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
They only clean rooms and make beds 1/3 days. Dust everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Zheng

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

10/10 Excellent

Kohsue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beyond my imagination. I had the Japanese style room and my goodness…how I wish I had more time here to enjoy this place. I would stay again! I loooooooove the vibe and ambience it has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yer

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was amazing. Staff was very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Henrich

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice classic hotel
Nice Classic hotel with Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jass

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is full of historical relevance, and it was to stay at this elegant and historical hotel. The rooms are roomy, clean, with toiletries and beverages provided. We ate dinner and breakfast at the hotel - everything was delicious, and very fresh. Hotel staff was great and nice; Shuttle service to/from Nara Station provided though I wish they told us that there's one, as we had to walk quite a ways to get to the hotel - we hopped on the wrong bus (should've taken a taxi); they have electric bike rentals and it was fun to go to Nara Park with the bikes. I would recommend this hotel for those who's visiting Nara - staying at this old historical hotel is an experience in itself.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Vasudha

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Old charm property with very good service. Rooms are dark and run down. Carpet wasn’t clean. Great breakfast service in main dining room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

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

10/10 Excellent

yasushi

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent services.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this historic hotel within walking distance to the park. Breakfast in the morning was the best we've had in Japan. Really loved the pajamas left in your room to use. You will love your stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Elegance in Nara
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stately building set in a park area, with deer roaming all around. Great breakfast in a beautiful dining room with attentive staff. Shuttle buses to the train stations. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
FIVE STAR SERVICE THROUGH AND THROUGH!! By far my best service at any hotel I’ve been at. It started with our reservation and I advised the hotel it was my son’s birthday. They had tons of suggestions for things for us to do and he was THRILLED with everything. From the shuttle service driver who was sweet, smiling and took care of all our luggage without a second thought, to being greeted by staff or when they ran down the driveway with umbrellas when we got caught in the rain to the delicious breakfast and dinner, this was an absolute joy to stay here. The location is perfect and we got to see baby and mama deer roaming the property. If you go to Nara, or honestly anywhere near here, and you don’t stay here, you will be missing out!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

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

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, surrounded by greenery, next to a beautiful garden and, a walking distance from the Nara Park. The staff went above and beyond to accommodate us. Overall an outstanding hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent, Kenai

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds. Quiet and serene
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

georgina g Bailey and Joel, Los Angeles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a remarkable historical property. The view from our room was outstanding. The cherry blossoms outside the tea room/bar were breathtaking. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable stay. The food in all three restaurants was great. Keep in mind this hotel’s design is not the current grey and white chic. The style is from another era and that is what is so lovely about it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024