Nara Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, 6-minute walk to Sarusawa Pond Park

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Garden Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Property entrance
Japanese style room (47.4 sqm)
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$387
12 Nov - 13 Nov

Explore the area

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1096 Takabatake-cho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8301
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nara National Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Todaiji Temple
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking - New Wing

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

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

Royal Suite (New Wing)

Highlights

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

Crown Suite (New Wing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Japanese style room (47.4 sqm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

Park side Deluxe Twin - Main wing

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

Garden Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

Japanese Style Room (58sqm) - New Wing

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Standard Twin Room - New Wing

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

Deluxe Twin - Main Wing, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Main Building Deluxe Comfort Corner, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

(Main Wing / New Wing) Run of house

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

  • Nara Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nara National Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kasuga Shrine - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪奈良ホテル ティーラウンジ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ふく徳 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪青葉茶屋 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪メインダイニングルーム 三笠 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Peaks Beignet - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Nara Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, 6-minute 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, bathrobes, 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.

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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)
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Main Dining Room MIKASA

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

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
  • 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 at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 4 January 2026 to 31 May 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from 4 January 2026 to 31 May 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
  • Lift
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Selected guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise 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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site 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 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.
  • 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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Nara Hotel?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nara Hotel on 12 Nov 2025 start from NZ$386.58, 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.

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? The property will be renovating its dining venue from January 4 2026 until May 31 2026 (completion date subject to change).

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. 639 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Haldis, Kirkland

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
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 traveller
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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.

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Bus tour hotel

Hotel itself is very nice but too many bus tours and front desk services are poor.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025