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Nara Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, 6-minute walk to Sarusawa Pond Park
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Deluxe Twin A - Main Wing, Non Smoking, Nara Park Side | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes
Terrace/patio
Japanese style room (47.4 sqm) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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1096 Takabatake-cho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8301
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarusawa Pond Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nara National Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪59 min drive‬
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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room

  • 235 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room

  • 274 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room

  • 274 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room

  • 294 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 343 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 366 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 420 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 420 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Twin Room

  • 470 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Twin Room

  • 551 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Nara

Nara Hotel places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Sarusawa Pond Park and Nara Park. This 127-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nara National Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Todaiji Temple - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪バーガーキング ミ・ナーラ店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪ラーメン家 みつ葉 ミ・ナーラ出張所 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪すぎ乃新大宮店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Silk Road Dining - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Nara Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, 6-minute walk to Sarusawa Pond Park
Guests of Nara Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and free newspapers. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for JPY 2100 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, local meal delivery service, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Free newspapers, phones, and desks 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 and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 4,600 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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • 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

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • 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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 4 2026 to May 31 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from January 4 2026 to May 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Elevator
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 10120.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for JPY 3795.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately JPY 4600 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 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, 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 onsite 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, 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: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

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, credit card, or debit 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 accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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

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Nara Hotel
Nara Hotel Nara
Nara Hotel Hotel
Nara Hotel Hotel Nara

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Nara Hotel?

Nara Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Nara Hotel?

This hotel in Nara is within a 10-minute walk of Nara Park, Sarusawa Pond Park, and Kofuku-ji Temple. You'll also find Nara National Museum and Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Nara Hotel?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking is also available.

Does Nara Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Nara Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Nara Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Nara Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a soaking tub, a meal delivery service, and premium bedding.

Does Nara Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Nara Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Nara Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Nara Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Nara Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Nara Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Nara Hotel?

The closest major airport to Nara Hotel is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 29.7 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Nara Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy park or garden views.

Does Nara Hotel host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Nara Hotel.

Nara Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 643 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

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

Great stay in Nara

Nara Hoteal was part of our longer Japan family trip. The hotel has amazing history (Einstein, Japan Royal family, Vaclav Havel .. and many other dignitaries stayed in the hotel over its long history). Hotel itself by now is bit dated, but it has amazing architecture and it is very traditional with beautiful wooden panelings, great bar and garden restaurant - we liked it very much even if we think that JR (Japanese railway company, which owns the hotel currently) should invest a bit into its refit. carets are dated and airconditioning was really noisy. Location is amazing as well - just next to the Nara deer park, which is major attraction in Nara as the formal imperial city,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bipin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

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

Deer central - a special experience

A lovely sized room in a great location. The negatives were for us that the bed was a bit hard and the bathroom a bit dated. In saying that this is a traditional hotel and has wonderful history. Bar area very comfortable with good atmosphere and attentive staff. We were lucky to see deer on our way to dinner in town and from our balcony on the lowest floor of the new building. This very much made our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haldis, Kirkland

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic
Display if I recall is a replica, the real deal is still on property
For papper
Historic art
X2
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its probably the best place I have stayed as of yet, from my exploration its not really missing anything, a few scars here and there yet they tell a story. some parts need restoration, bath tubs and fittings would be the ones actually 'needed' to prevent rotting through and damaging the foundation via inflation. Other wise its good as is. That is my opinion on the matter, I dont know if there is barrier between the tub and the building if so it can be left alone, if my version of a fix would be remove the rust in a circle, and with new sealant put in a lovely patterns
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wing Man Liza

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Yong

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Takako

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

So

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Alaa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Anand

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overpriced and poor facilities, hotel in need of complete renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent and the exterior of the hotel is ok but the inside of the hotel is worn and tired and in desperate need of renovation - particularly for the very high price. Staff friendly but inflexible and mediocre service. Giving The Shining vibes. Not recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuanfu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Xiangan

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff members are very friendly and helpful, but the facility is not worth the cost. Spider on bed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
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