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Asukasou

4.0 star property

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Junior Suite with Private Balcony - Temple View, Non Smoking
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Suite Room with Private Bathroom - Temple View, Non Smoking | Bathroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$265
7 May - 8 May

Explore the area

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1113-3 Takabatake-cho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630 8301
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kofuku-ji Temple
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Nara National Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Japanese-style Room with 8 Tatami-mats - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Futon

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Modern Twin Room Japanese Style, Non Smoking

Modern Twin Room Japanese Style, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Japanese-style Room with 10 Tatami-mats - City View, Non Smoking

Japanese-style Room with 10 Tatami-mats - City View, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Single Room, Non Smoking

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Japanese-style Room with 12 Tatami-mats - Temple View, Non Smoking

Japanese-style Room with 12 Tatami-mats - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Futons and 2 Large Single Beds

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Japanese-style Room with 10 Tatami-mats - Temple View, Non Smoking

Japanese-style Room with 10 Tatami-mats - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom - Temple View, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite with Private Balcony - Temple View, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio

Junior Suite with Private Balcony - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Suite Room with Private Bathroom - Temple View, Non Smoking

Suite Room with Private Bathroom - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Deluxe Room - Temple View, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Futons

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Residence,No View-A Type)

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Residence,No View-A Type)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Single Beds, 2 Single Sofa Beds and 1 Single Futon

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Residence,No View- B Type)

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Residence,No View- B Type)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Single Beds, 2 Single Sofa Beds and 1 Single Futon

About the area

Nara

Asukasou places you in the centre of Nara, within a short 5-minute stroll of Nara Park and Kofuku-ji Temple. Highlights at this ryokan include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Kachomon, is open for breakfast and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Naramachi ryokan include Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall and Nara National Museum.

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nara National Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 9 min walk
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪平宗 奈良店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪喫茶52 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪猿田彦珈琲 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ふく徳 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Asukasou

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Asukasou also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and a front desk safe. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Nara ryokan.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Asukasou offers 30 accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered 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 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee: JPY 3,850 for adults and JPY 2,200 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Kachomon

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park

Spa

  • Public bath open from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Public outdoor 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.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Geta (wooden sandals)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 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

Front desk (limited hours)

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

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately JPY 3850 for adults and from JPY 2200 for children

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 access to the public bath facility
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
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 access to the public bath facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International 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

  • Reservations are needed for private bath/onsen. For reservations, contact the ryokan before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • 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

Asukasou
Asukasou Hotel
Asukasou Hotel Nara
Asukasou Nara
Asukasou Inn Nara
Asukasou Inn
Asukasou Nara
Asukasou Ryokan
Asukasou Ryokan Nara

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Asukasou?

Yep, Asukasou has a free self car park and free extended parking. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Asukasou?

As of 24 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Asukasou on 7 May 2026 start from AU$265, 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.

Does Asukasou serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Asukasou?

No, Asukasou does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Asukasou?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Asukasou's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

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

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

Are pets allowed at Asukasou?

No, pets are not allowed.

Asukasou Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 241 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great hospitality, traditional ryokan style
You have a view of five storied pagoda from the room. Though it is currently in restoration work and all covered up.
Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, West Linn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing. Friendly, helpful and so kind. I could live here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

margot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, warm staff. Delicious dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keiko, Cupertino

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members are friendly, warm, and professional. The property is very clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A top notch experience with amazing staff and service. Exceptional rooms and beds. The only negative, and I’m searching here, would be the carpet in the common area needs to be cleaned. I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
My favorite hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ranmali

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very professional and polite. They also explained everything you needed to know about the services provided at the hotel. Great service!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right next to Nara park! Authentic Japanese hotel. Great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has been my favorite hotel since I began coming to Japan it was super nice and the staff was awesome and very helpful. Loved the open air bath and the break was amazing. We stayed an extra night because it was so awesome. Close to many attractions too. We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous. Could not have been better. Across the street from the tourist office and within walking distance of all the gorgeous shrines, museums, and historic points of interest. Also easily walked to very special restaurants after using the hot baths. Most important, the staff could not have been more wonderful. They went above and beyond on every occasion — including escorting us to our cab with umbrellas in the rain. Our favorite so far.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a clean and comfortable Japanese ryokan style hotel. It's conveniently located within walking distance of many great sights and local restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ericka

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

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing! Very friendly, attentive staff and lots to see nearby!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shiva

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was super nice here and our stay was very relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service

Okay, needs updating.

The photos looked amazing but in reality our room was dated and felt a bit unclean. The bathroom smelled of urine all night. Overall I felt this was much more traditional than anywhere else we stayed so I feel as though this may need to be taken with a grain of salt. They just need to spruce thungs up a bit. The redeeming factor was the outdoor onsen, at night you have a view of the nearby Pagoda and it is spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020