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Shikitei

3.0 star property

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A traditional wooden gate leading to a pathway with a tiled roof overhead.
A traditional Japanese house with a wooden exterior, a tiled entrance, and a red bench outside.
A modern outdoor space with a wooden bench, a decorative lantern, and a view of a tree through a glass wall.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, chairs, a television, and sliding doors.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a wooden interior.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$485
5 Aug - 6 Aug

Explore the area

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1163 Takabatakecho, Nara, Nara, 630-8301
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kofuku-ji Temple
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Nara National Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Suite

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

Traditional Suite

  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a tatami mat table, a low table, a television, and sliding doors.

Classic Suite, Garden View, Ground Floor

  • Garden view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room

A tatami mat room with a futon bed, tatami flooring, a television, and a view through a window.

Superior Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a tatami mat table, a television on a stand, and a shoji screen.

Superior Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and sliding doors.

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a cushion, and sliding doors.

Superior Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a hanging lantern.

Superior Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Park View

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a television, and sliding shoji doors.

Standard Quadruple Room, Park View

  • Park view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Nara

At Shikitei you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Nara Park and Kofuku-ji Temple. Highlights at this ryokan include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This ryokan offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Plus you'll find a gift shop and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Nara ryokan include Nara National Museum and Todaiji Temple.

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nara National Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 12 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪PARK桃谷樓 -PARK TOKOKURO- - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪京都勝牛 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪まめじか食堂 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪カフェ 葉風泰夢 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Shikitei

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Shikitei also features gift shops/newsstands, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nara ryokan.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Shikitei offers 9 accommodations with complimentary slippers and a hairdryer. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and toothbrushes and toothpaste. This Nara ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). In-room massages, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 3:00 PM to midnight.

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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

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Kaiseki meal
  • Tea service

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • 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.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Genkan (entryway)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Fusuma (room partition)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking and access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking and access to the public bath facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Shikitei Nara
Shikitei Ryokan
Shikitei Ryokan Nara

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Shikitei?

Yep, Shikitei has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 7 spaces per unit).

How much does it cost to stay at Shikitei?

As of 1 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shikitei on 5 Aug 2026 start from NZ$485, 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.

What makes Shikitei a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining, plus massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Shikitei.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shikitei?

No, Shikitei does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Shikitei?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Shikitei's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shikitei?

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

Are pets allowed at Shikitei?

No, pets are not allowed.

Shikitei Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tianxiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, accommodating staff members, excellent location beside the park
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

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Excellent service and staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Akiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice experience. Everything was great. The staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Extraordinary location , right in the park and 5 minutes from a bunch of restaurants. Great, very large suite and so Japanese. Good breakfast, and super nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cabinet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am enjoying traditional accommodations in Japan for almost 20 years. This hotel is providing a truly premium service. One of the best experience I had.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

marc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with the friendliest and most accommodating staff. Great spacious and comfortable traditional rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Werner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A true and well located ryokan right next to Nara Park and 10 minutes walking from the Kintetsu train station. Wonderful experience incl the keitatsu dinner experience. Sleeping was ok as it’s more of a cushion than a mattress on the floor
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Manuel Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The care of the staff and the quality of our meals made our visit, a rare splurge, excellent and unforgettable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clement

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect !
Our room
A welcome tea
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run Ryokan hotel with spacious rooms and amazing food. Service was top notch, and the building was gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great location, amazing staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun experience in a traditional Japanese hotel. The dinner and lunch were great. Being right in the park made it super easy to visit the temple and feed the deer. The public bath is on the smaller side, but does the job. They called us a cab to the train station when we checked out which was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

This was such a beautiful, luxurious and calm home for our stay in Nara. The park with bowing deer and magnificent giant Buddha are less than 5min walk away. The atmosphere is magical and calming. The Kaiseke dinner is very authentic - there were several dishes my teen would not eat and some I didn’t either - but it was an experience worth having once. Otherwise best to go for a local tavern style restaurant or sushi place for a fraction of the price. The public bath at the hotel is regular water not Onsen - natural spring - and it’s fine but rather basic. Nara is a must for any trip to Japan. We booked only one night but wish we could have had two for an even more relaxed experience.
Front entrance
One of the many dinner plates in the eight course meal
Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald Yuen

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

A small ryokan almost inside Nara Park.

The location of this ryokan at the edge of Nara Park is super, make it walkable right outside the gate. The small ryokan showed its past glory with a bar/restaurant and natural hotspring onsen. The service staffs were very attentive and professional. The breakfast and dinner were both impressive. We were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality, the property and the food were exceptional! If you have the opportunity to take the dinner and breakfast option, I would highly recommend it, absolutely fabulous! This is a great property for those wanting to submerge themselves into Japanese culture.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience. Staff were super attentive. Can't beat the location next to Nara park. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Shikitei is right on the edge of Nara Park - essentially it is in the park. In terms of position it couldn't be better. It had all the comforts of a ryokan including a great onsen bath,, and wonderful staff. I can't recommend it more highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stefano

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Amazing and unique experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at Shikitei was a wonderful experience. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The facilities were tranquil and beautiful. Nara Park is so close, we were able to get my grandaughter feed the deer and run around even on our walk to the train station. Our stay matched the pictures and reviews that I read - such a great experience! I had a Shiatsu massage there - it was very reasonable and so good that I wish I could have a massage like that at home!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Pernilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was cosy and the staff very acommodating and nice! Language barriers were easily overcome with Google Translate when needed. Unfortunately neither dinner or breakfast was to our liking, and we consider ourselves to be quite open for new food and tastes. It was our first meal with food of this kind, so difficult for us to rate if this is what it should taste like, or if the chef had a bad day.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Damon

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

Matcha tea and deer

The ryokan had an exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. They began our visit with a tea ceremony. The room was spacious and the public bath was enjoyable. They provided cool towels and ice water in the evening. They also provided very nice wagashi. We loved the location in the Nara Park. We could see deer just outside our window. The futnons were very comfortable and rooms clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Fabienne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in a typical ryokan. Loved the comunal baths. The bathroom is small but has a bath and shower too. The lighting in the main room (ie the bedroom) (stark white light on the ceiling) and in the restaurant was unpleasant. One of the restaurant staff was very unpleasant - insisting we arrive before time and leave before the restaurant was closed. The japanese typical dinner course was very japanese, ie beautiful but tasteless and just plain weird.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was one of the highlights of our trip, and an experience that we will remember for many years. The service was excellent and property was beautiful. We especially enjoyed the kaseki meal set. Every course was beautifully prepared, and the chef paid special attention to my partner's shrimp allergy. I opted to add a massage after the dinner servcie, and it was honestly one of the best massages I have ever had. The masseuse used the perfect amount of pressure and I slept like a baby afterward. The baths were lovely, with a variety of amenities available for after. Having a cold beer after a hot bath was amazing, especially in the comfy yukatas provided. The provided breakfast was beautiful, and served with care. I enjoyed every bit. The staff had limited english, but this did not diminish the service quality at all. Be respectful and use a translation app and you should be okay if this is a concern. It was a very hot week in Nara, and on our way out they filled our bottles with water and ice. The service here was exceptional and I hope to be blessed enough to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025