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Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen

Property class: 3

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A hot spring bath area with a wooden bench, a stone lantern, and a bamboo wall in the background.
A Zen garden with a stone lantern, bamboo wall, and various plants.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a view through a large window.
A building with a sign reading 'Aristo Bldg' and a restaurant sign above the entrance.
A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a round wooden table, and a glass partition with a view of a bamboo garden.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$364
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Explore the area

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1-4-12 Aristo Bldg 3F, Nara, Nara Prefecture, 6308115
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarusawa Pond Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Kofuku-ji Temple
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a seating area with a view of the outside.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

About the area

Nara

At Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Nara Park and Sarusawa Pond Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage and a vending machine. .Near this 3-property class Nara hotel, you'll find Todaiji Temple.

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nara Woman's University - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Nara Station - 4 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪三条坊 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪モスバーガー - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪天理スタミナラーメン JR奈良駅前店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪やまと庵 本店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪かすうどん加寿屋 JR奈良駅前店 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen.

This 3-star Nara hotel is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished lanais. Beds feature down duvets. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

This Nara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Public bath/onsen services include an outdoor public bath and yukata (Japanese robe).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available on Monday and Thursday for a fee of JPY 15,000; reservation required

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Public outdoor bath (no minerals)
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free extra futon

Bathroom

  • 2 partially-open bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 6:00 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), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Hosted evening meal: JPY 15000

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 only accepts cash
Long-term renters welcome
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. No on-site parking is available. This property only accepts cash. Long-term renters welcome.

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.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Nara Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen?

Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen on 1 Dec 2026 start from NZ$364, 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 there a free airport shuttle available at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen?

No, Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen?

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

Are pets allowed at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen?

No, pets are not allowed.

Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem, Room was spacious with a terrific ambience. Outstanding tasting menu dinner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous place, super close to Nara park. After hiking to Mount Wakakusa my wife and I enjoyed the private hot springs. It was surreal enjoying the hot water while listening to the rain in the rock garden area. We would definitely come back if we find ourselves in Nara.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pretty amazing room
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
very refreshing stay of our trip. check-in times very restrictive. we had no contact with staff after checking in. hot water control must be turned on manually. private in-room ryokan was a great amenity. overall great value
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

Amazing room. Very clean and very nice. Front desk has limited hours and they don't always have someone there manning a front desk. Make sure you have the address in Japanese to show to your cab driver, we had some trouble finding it initially.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our favorite place to stay this Japan trip. The room is very large and spacious. The deep outdoor soaking tub is a huge plus traveling with a kid. You have to walk up the stairs to the 3rd floor but they have a luggage/cargo elevator so all you need to do is to walk yourself up there without the hassle to haul luggages. Parking is not included but there is a small paid parking lot right next to the backstreet of the hotel. Walking distance to JR Nara station.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
比較屬於自助式，雖然設備不錯
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
とてもゆっくりできました。 お部屋も清潔でとても良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
近鉄奈良駅から近く、にぎやかな商店街が近いながらも立地は静かで、とてもスタイリッシュなホテルです。 部屋によりますが、私が宿泊した部屋の窓からは荒池の畔で佇む何頭かの鹿を見ることができて嬉しかったです。 奈良を訪れた際には次回も利用したいです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
最高でした。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とてもゆったりとした素敵な時間を過ごしました。露天風呂もお部屋の雰囲気も全てが最高です！また絶対に泊まりに行きます！本当に大感謝です。ありがとうございます♪
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
温泉ではなかったですがよかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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