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Novotel Nara

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and rooftop terrace

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Lobby
Rooftop terrace
Exterior
Exterior
Executive Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
The current price is AU$140
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

Map
7-1-45 Omiya cho Nara City, Nara, Nara Prefecture, 630-8115
  • Nara Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Nara National Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Todaiji Temple
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Junior Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Executive Junior Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Room with 1 double bed, Bathtub, Lounge Access

Executive Room with 1 double bed, Bathtub, Lounge Access

Executive Room with 1 double bed, Bathtub, Lounge Access

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Club lounge access (Shower Booth)

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Club lounge access (Shower Booth)

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Club lounge access (Shower Booth)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Room with 2 single beds, Lounge Access

Executive Room with 2 single beds, Lounge Access

Executive Room with 2 single beds, Lounge Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Family Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Superior Family Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Japanese Tatami Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Japanese Tatami Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Club lounge access (Bathtub)

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Club lounge access (Bathtub)

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Club lounge access (Bathtub)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, Multiple Beds

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Executive Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Executive Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Nara

A luxury stay in Nara awaits you at Novotel Nara. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Kairyuoji Temple and Hokke-ji Temple. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良, serves Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. ソーシャルラウンジ is the hotel's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy access to bike hire and a playground. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of free train pick-up service. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 5-property class Nara hotel, attractions include Nara Park and Nara Kenko Land.

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Nara National Museum - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Heijo Palace - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Kasuga Shrine - 9 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Shin-Omiya Station - 8 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪農と発酵Zen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SILK ROAD DINING - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Flying Stag - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪梅光軒 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪すぎ乃新大宮店 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Novotel Nara

Luxury hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and rooftop terrace
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. 3 meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, a rooftop terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the luxury Novotel Nara. A train station pick-up shuttle and A train station drop-off shuttle are free. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Nara hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 264 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2024
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Novotel Nara offers 264 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include baths or showers, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath. This service features separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 3:00 PM to midnight.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Covered parking on site (JPY 1,500 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 3,300 for adults and JPY 1,650 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • ソーシャルラウンジ
  • トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良
  • ルーフトップテラス

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Piano
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in room
  • Lift (110 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2024
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Additional fees of 1400 JPY apply to children 7-12 for breakfast when booked in a breakfast rate plan and sharing existing bedding with their parent. Fees are collected at the property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • 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 buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 3300 for adults and from JPY 1650 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: JPY 1500 per night (in/out privileges)

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 accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPay, Merpay, LINE Pay and WeChat Pay
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, cash, mobile payments, PayPay, Merpay, LINE Pay and WeChat Pay.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Novotel Nara Nara
Novotel Nara Hotel
Novotel Nara Hotel Nara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Nara?

Novotel Nara offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Nara?

As of 1 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Nara on 31 Aug 2025 start from AU$140.40, 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 Novotel Nara?

Yep, Novotel Nara has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for JPY 1500 per night.

Is Novotel Nara family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as children's slippers in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Novotel Nara is a hit with families.

Does Novotel Nara serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Nara?

No, Novotel Nara does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Nara?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Italian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Nara?

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

Are pets allowed at Novotel Nara?

No, pets are not allowed.

Novotel Nara Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 152 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel, awesome breakfast, rooms were super nice and had 2 TV channels in English. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Fengrui

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is nice but they charge you a lot for anything extra
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wing Tai Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergey

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, modern clean rooms. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little far from the metro but the room itself was great and the terrace is cool.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xingqiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Masayo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jianfeng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is new and clean. The staff is nice and friendly. But the location is not good. You need to walk around 10 plus minutes for a convenience store and 15 plus minutes for restaurants. Otherwise, everything is fine.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nara, Clovis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was new.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best Hotel I have every stayed at. I will definitely stay there again on my next visit to Nara.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The buffet food at Nara Novotel was like 5 star chef using local seasonal ingredients, some dishes with Italian flair. Absolutely EXCELLENT! The rooms were clean with a stylish modern feel and top of the line restrooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torgeir

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with this hotel! Super friendly staff, clean and fresh. I would highly recommend renting e-bikes like we did. So easy to get arround, 10-12 minutes biking to Nara Park. Would come back nexttime!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Y

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, spotless. Really nice onsen. Average food that was way overpriced for what you get. Breakfast was better than dinner. The room was spacious but the shower was very small. Nice bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydialyn, Naperville

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SEBASTIEN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Hotel in Nara with nice staff but breakfast buffet need some serious improvement especially for the bread and pastries, Novotel is a french affiliate hotel after all it should reflect that in the F&B
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Hui

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent hotel for Western visitors.

I wish I could stay in this hotel every night of my trip to Japan. Rooms were spacious and nicely appointed. Bed was comfortable and the amenities were spectacular. Dinner buffet was delicious. Short 10 minute walk to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a modern property with everything and more we needed. The onsite restaurant is expensive but there are other options around. Know that if you only have a JR pass and come in at JR Nara it's a 3.5km walk to the hotel - doable in nice weather and because its flat or get on a bus! We loved the new, clean features and the practical laundry was great for travellers.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, modern, spacious room. Great staff. Has gym, pubic bath and other great ameneties. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025