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Nara Hotel

4.0 star property

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A traditional building with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by trees and a bridge.
Cherry blossoms hanging over a wooden building with steps leading up to a door.
A traditional Japanese-style hotel room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, and a tatami mat floor.
A modern living room with a TV, seating, and a large window.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, a tatami mat table, and a view of a garden through a sliding door.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$410
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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1096 Takabatake-cho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8301
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarusawa Pond Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kofuku-ji Temple
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a lamp.

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a television.

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a sofa, a round table, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Twin Room 27.3 sqm, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Superior Twin Room 27.3 sqm, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Superior Twin Room 27.3 sqm, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Comfort Corner Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Comfort Corner Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Tradition Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Deluxe Tradition Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Deluxe Tradition Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Modern Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

Deluxe Modern Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Comfort Wide Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Comfort Wide Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Garden View Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Garden View Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Classic Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Premium Classic Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

Premium Classic Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Panorama Corner, Non Smoking (Main Building)

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a sofa, a desk, and a lamp.

Premium Panorama Corner, Non Smoking (Main Building)

  • Park view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (West Wing)

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a mirror, and a cabinet.

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (West Wing)

  • Garden view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Terrace Twin Room, Non Smoking (West Wing)

A modern living room with a TV, seating, and a large window.

Premium Terrace Twin Room, Non Smoking (West Wing)

  • Garden view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Japanese-Western Style Room 63.9 sqm, Non Smoking (West Wing)

  • Garden view
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Japanese-Western Style Room 58.7 sqm, Non Smoking (West Wing)

  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Crown Suite Room, Non Smoking (West Wing)

A room with a bed, sofa, chairs, a small table, a wooden cabinet, and a large window with curtains.

Crown Suite Room, Non Smoking (West Wing)

  • Garden view
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 2 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Main Dining Room MIKASA, serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 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 extended 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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Nara National Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Peaks Beignet - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ラサ ボジュン 奈良店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Labo Rusty - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪udon and cafe 麺喰 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪cafe 春 ならまち店 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Nara Hotel

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 free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. 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 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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 5,000 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
  • Guidebooks
  • 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
  • Thin carpet in room
  • 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

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • 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
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 available for JPY 10120.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for JPY 3795.0 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 5000 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 3795.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 10120.0 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 9 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nara Hotel on 1 Sept 2026 start from AU$410, 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?

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. 648 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Konstantin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional service, very clean, staff is very helpful, wonderful location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, easy access to attractions and restaurants in a historic hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ateeb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel with great service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Haldis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and property was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yuri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great experience. Hotel was very clean and great service. We were satisfied. We are really coming back this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Zheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property in the area with good dine in restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Beautiful classic hotel filled with original art and well preserved architecture.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Henrich

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

Nice classic hotel

Nice Classic hotel with Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was amazing. Staff was very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and room were absolutely stunning!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yingyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. We love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So far it's the best place (out of five) I've stayed in Japan on this trip. Hotel is very comfortable and inviting with interesting history. Rooms are well sized and well designed making out stay really pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is beautiful. Excellent food and service. Near by to everything. Lovely place to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeheon

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

10/10 Excellent

Yong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old world charm. Hotel was excellent. Dining was excellent. Tons of staff to assist you in every way. Best hotel in Nara
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yasumasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has spetial atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023