Guesthouse Naramachi

Property class: 2

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A room with a leather sofa, a small table, and a window with a view.
A traditional Japanese garden with various trees and a bamboo fence.
A bathroom with two sinks, a mirror, and a rack with shoes.
Front of property
A room with a television, bookshelves, a sofa, and a table.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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30 Kitakyobatecho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8322
  • Place, Gango-ji Temple
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarusawa Pond Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional House

  • Garden view
  • 1044 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 13
  • 13 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Nara

Located in Naramachi, Guesthouse Naramachi is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Gango-ji Temple and Nara Park. Guestrooms at this guesthouse include kitchens, dining areas, and private yards.

What's nearby

  • Gango-ji Temple - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nara Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nara Woman's University - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kyōbate Station - 5 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪キラメキノトリ 奈良店 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪コメダ珈琲店 奈良中央本店 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪cafe 春 ならまち店 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ボリクコーヒー - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ラーメンまこと屋 奈良紀寺店 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Guesthouse Naramachi

Guesthouse Naramachi features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. If you drive, take advantage of free offsite parking. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide luggage storage.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 45-inch LCD TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in down comforters. Kitchens, all-in-one washer/dryers, and 2 bathrooms are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Books

Family friendly

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Japanese garden

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 110
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Genkan (entryway)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Desk
  • Fusuma (room partition)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 1000.0 per day

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 1000.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 onsite parking
This property only accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
Driving? This property offers free nearby parking, along with offsite parking (reservations required).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property only accepts cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The guesthouse can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • 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.
  • No alcohol is served at Guesthouse Naramachi.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Guesthouse House Naramachi
Guesthouse Naramachi
Naramachi Guesthouse
Guesthouse Naramachi Nara
Guesthouse Naramachi Nara
Guesthouse Naramachi Guesthouse
Guesthouse Naramachi Guesthouse Nara

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Guesthouse Naramachi?

Guesthouse Naramachi offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Guesthouse Naramachi?

As of Nov 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guesthouse Naramachi on Dec 4, 2026 start from $169, 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 is there to do around Guesthouse Naramachi?

This guesthouse is situated in Naramachi within a short 12-minute walk of Nara Park and also 12 minutes on foot from Sarusawa Pond Park. You'll also find Kofuku-ji Temple and Kōfuku-ji National Treasure Hall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Guesthouse Naramachi?

Yes, though parking is available on request.

Does Guesthouse Naramachi have a casino?

No, Guesthouse Naramachi doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Guesthouse Naramachi?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about Guesthouse Naramachi?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this guesthouse include a down comforter, a kitchen, and slippers.

Does Guesthouse Naramachi have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Guesthouse Naramachi feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Guesthouse Naramachi doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Guesthouse Naramachi allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Guesthouse Naramachi.

Does Guesthouse Naramachi have connecting rooms available?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Guesthouse Naramachi?

The closest major airport to Guesthouse Naramachi is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 23.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Guesthouse Naramachi?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Guesthouse Naramachi.

Guesthouse Naramachi Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 87 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner and staff were amazing…so sad we were there only for one night for a music show. Gracious and amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ならまちの近くで、観光に便利、リーズナブルなのに部屋があてがわれる。そして近くに24時までやっている数軒の銭湯があり、そこにサウナがあるのがすばらしい。ホストの方が親切でアットホームである。
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El anfitrión super amable , me explico y me dio el recorrido es pequeño pero muy hogareño recomendado si te quieres sentir como un japonés en su casa
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Guest house très agréable

Notre séjour a été très agréable ; les gérants de la guesthouse étaient très prévoyants surtout qu’ils nous ont aidé à modifier et planifier la suite de notre séjour au japon à cause du passage du super typhon hagibis. Très gentils et attentionnés !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the old house.Having to pay for towels was a bit akward. The host was nice but the house rules presentation was heavy during check in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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由奈良車站就有環線公車可直達民宿,班次也多,同時也可達重要景點。附近的巷弄隨處就可看到很美的古老房舍。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
パーキングは近所のコインパーキングでした。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
充滿傳統日式住宅的民宿,很棒。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Guesthouse japonaise traditionnelle et confortable

Un couple de japonais tient cette guesthouse depuis une dizaine d’années. Très bonne organisation et accueil chaleureux. Cette ancienne maison de calligraphie centenaire a été réaménagée en logement traditionnel japonais. Les chambres sont très soignées et confortables. Les futons posés à même le tatami font office de lits, comme le veut la tradition japonaise. Cela peut surprendre mais on y dort très bien. La maison est très bien située, au cœur des petites ruelles de Nara. Le propriétaire propose des locations de vélos, ce qui est très pratique. Je recommande vivement !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Traditionnelle et confortable

Guesthouse très agréable! Très traditionnelle tout en disposant de tout le confort nécessaire. Les propriétaires sont très accueillants et à l’écoute. Je recommande vivement!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Séjour Coup de cœur à Naramachi

Mr et Mme Kanzai sont des hôtes extraordinaires et généreux. Mon séjour chez eux et dans le quartier Naramachi sont mes coups de cœur du Japon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Recht gut

Leider war eine Baustelle gleich nebenan!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Photo show the view outside our window.

Wonderful place to stay in Nara, a beautiful traditional Japanese house, quiet, nice neighborhood, about 10-15 minutes walk to shopping and restaurant area, but we don’t mind the walk through the peaceful and beautiful alleys.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ihana majoitus

Vanha tunnelmallinen talo kävelymatkan päässä juna asemalta, jota pyörittää mitä ystävällisin vanha pariskunta. Majoitus yksityishuoneissa on perinteisillä futoneilla, tunnelmallisissa huoneissa. Suihkut ja vessat ovat jaetut, ja suihkujen käytölle on tietyt ajat, mutta ruuhkaa niihin ei tule missään vaiheessa. Talo on upea!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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民宿这一对认真生活、充满爱的老夫妻最值得怀念!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
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10/10 Excellent

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

I loved being there and it felt like family.

You need to be aware of other people. That´s it, just like you would do at home :) They helped us in all they could and were truly interested in sharing with us. If you decide to go, share with them your plans and things you would like to do, they know a lot of people and can point you in the right direction. Would definitely go again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean place and warm people, I would totally stay there again. Kumiko and Shinju really make you feel home.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Otherwise a great place to stay.

Review of Guesthouse Naramachi The introduction and tour by the proprietor as well as the officious explanation of the myriad of strict rules might leave you feeling you have just landed on a prison farm. He may ask for your passport four times if you do not hand it over within ten seconds. The piano music, which plays until 11PM, (doors locked at 10) might be flattered to be described as sappy and is on a perpetual repeat cycle. If you want an early night it isn’t possible. A good pair of ear plugs is strongly recommended - the sound barriers between the rooms are less than paper thin. All paths from bathroom to bedroom pass through the only living area which is charming. There are only two bathrooms and two showers, insufficient for the number of guests. The stairs to the sleeping rooms are steeper and longer than most temples so bring climbing slippers bigger than size 8 men’s – the proprietor will insist you wear them. If you are anywhere close to six feet tall you may want a hard hat – there are low ceilings in some areas. After you have stripped your bed (rule 62) in the morning, the wife (or helper) of the proprietor will ask you to account for your bedding and towels as though you might slip them into your luggage. Towels will cost you extra. Otherwise a great place to stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Soooooo clean

very well organized, clean, comfort, best guesthouse I have been. Alomost 100 years buiding is renovated and become the good hostel equped with modern conveniency by the owner. I made a mistake with my booking but the owner showed generous with smile. I will come again if i have a chance to visit Nara again. Do book this hostel !
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Fine, but Out of the Way

I needed a bus to get there from the train station.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

快適な京終のゲストハウス

無料でPCが使えたので、タブレットを忘れた身でとてもありがたかったです。 シャワーも特段支障なく、冷蔵庫、無料のティーバッグ、お湯、食器などもありがたかったです。北京終町バス停からほど近く、京終駅も歩いて行けます。桜井線、バスを使うのであればよいと思います。
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Casa antigua con mucha historia. El propietario es muy agradable, te da buenos consejos. Alquilan bicis por 500Y o 1000Y (dependiendo del tipo). Hay que coger un bus para ir a la estación de tren. No hay paredes por lo que aconsejo tapones por la noche!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

特殊的日式旅馆体验

公共浴室略有不便;房子由于是木制结构,隔音效果比较差