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NARA Visitor Center & Inn

2.5 star property

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Japanese Style Room for 5 People
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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a cushion, and a sliding door leading to a balcony with a pagoda view.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a television, and a sliding door leading to a balcony with a view of a pagoda.
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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3, Ikenocho, Nara, Nara, 630-8361
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarusawa Pond Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kofuku-ji Temple
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Japanese Style Room for 4 People

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a television on a cabinet, and a futon bed.

Japanese Style Room for 4 People

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Japanese Style Room for 5 People

Japanese Style Room for 5 People

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Japanese Style Room for 3 People

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a futon bed, and sliding doors leading to an outdoor balcony.

Japanese Style Room for 3 People

  • Lake view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Nara

NARA Visitor Center & Inn places you steps from Sarusawa Pond Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of Nara Park. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Naramachi hotel include Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall.

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nara National Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 9 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪喫茶52 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ナナイロフルウツ - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪平宗 奈良店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ふく徳 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

NARA Visitor Center & Inn

As a guest of NARA Visitor Center & Inn, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. NARA Visitor Center & Inn also features tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nara hotel.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
NARA Visitor Center & Inn offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • Terrace

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards 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

NARA Visitor Center Inn
Visitor Center Inn
NARA Visitor Center
NARA Visitor Center & Inn Nara
NARA Visitor Center & Inn Hotel
NARA Visitor Center & Inn Hotel Nara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at NARA Visitor Center & Inn?

NARA Visitor Center & Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at NARA Visitor Center & Inn?

No, NARA Visitor Center & Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at NARA Visitor Center & Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at NARA Visitor Center & Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

NARA Visitor Center & Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 549 out of 700 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 700 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 700 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 700 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 700 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room. Very friendly and helpful staff. Very enjoyable stay and excellent value.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deshana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Traditional Japanese style room was perfect. The location was fantastic!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My favorite hotel in Nara!!!! I hate that it is being closed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, special little spot. Great service as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, amazing staff & very nice room!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn was perfectly located between the town and Nara park, and the view from our room overlooked a beautiful pond. Deer were roaming around everywhere. Walking around the area was quite lovely. The staff were so warm, welcoming, and helpful—it was truly a joy to spend the night here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big room for a very reasonable price. Staff are super friendly. Would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

pashupati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staffs, close to parks
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff is very friendly and helpful, and the hotel is near Nara Park which is convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely worth the stay amazing friendly staff who are happy to help when ever needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second stay in 7 years. Although the famous 5 story tower is in long term renovation, the location is still best in our opinion. It very quiet and typical Japanese style residential area.walkable distance to major attractions and shopping. Hope this facility will still be around. It’s a visit center too, so lot of information and culture activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly and accommodating, room was spacious clean and had great views of the surrounding area. Plenty of amenities and a great bath. Best place to stay in Nara hands down!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rie

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

Wonderful place to stay in Nara

Wonderful place to stay in Nara.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while visiting Japan
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay, amazing staff, close to things but quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff and awesome location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Caelan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the room was amazing, the staff were lovely and very helpful. Would definitely stay there again next time I’m in town
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with cultural activities and a public bath, friendlt staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Takuya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view Nice hospitality Good vibes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a little bit of a walk away from the main stations, which makes it quite peaceful and lovely. Lovely surrounding area, we were lucky to have a view of the pond & deer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really a great location and fine for the money. Beds are uncomfortable and rooms are small for a family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kind staff, excellent location, room clean, recommend it 100%
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely place to stay in Nara, much more than what I expected! Very convenient location 10 minutes from subway, friendly staff, and even more, there's a sense of community since it's the visitor center. Definitely a hidden gem in Nara!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Located trully in heart of Nara. Perfect price, perfect room condition, perfect view. Staff very friendly and helpful. Would visit again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

KOVID

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All visitors must take a day or two and stay at the visitor center, they offer lots of activities and the staff is great. Overall a full package.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025