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Nara Ryokan

2.0 star property
Ryokan in Nara, steps from Sarusawa Pond Park

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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28-1, Higashiterabayashi-cho, Nara, Nara, 630-8362
  • Nara Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Kofuku-ji Temple
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Todaiji Temple
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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Room options

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Basic Single Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room

  • 88 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 157 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 196 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 157 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double or Twin Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room With Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Regular Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Futon and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Nara

Located in Naramachi, Nara Ryokan is adjacent to Sarusawa Pond Park and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Nara Park. The 13 rooms at this ryokan include electric kettles, TVs, and desk chairs.

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Todaiji Temple - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kasuga Shrine - 6 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 10 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪鹿のおしりコーヒー - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Fiddich - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪おんどり - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cherry's Spoon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kinari Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Nara Ryokan

Ryokan in Nara, steps from Sarusawa Pond Park
Guests staying at Nara Ryokan enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. The front desk has multilingual staff that can answer questions about the accommodations, services, and more.
50-cm TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, slippers, toothbrushes and toothpaste, and toilets with an electronic bidet. Electric kettles, desks, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
Private bath/onsen services include an indoor private bath (in communal space).

Languages

Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (JPY 1,800 per day)

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Multilingual staff

Spa

  • Private indoor bath (no minerals) in communal space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-cm TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 1800 per day (328 ft away)

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 access to the public bathing facility
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • 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 access to the public bathing facility.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.

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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Nara Ryokan Nara
Nara Ryokan Ryokan
Nara Ryokan Ryokan Nara

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Nara Ryokan?

This ryokan is situated in Naramachi, just steps from Nara Park and Sarusawa Pond Park, and within a short walk of Gango-ji Temple. You'll also find Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Nara Ryokan?

No, there isn't parking at this ryokan.

Does Nara Ryokan include a casino?

No, Nara Ryokan doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Nara Ryokan?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

Is Nara Ryokan good for couples?

Amenities at this ryokan that appeal to couples include slippers in each accommodation with rainfall showerheads in some.

Are there hot tubs at Nara Ryokan?

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

Does Nara Ryokan have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Nara Ryokan doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Nara Ryokan allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Nara Ryokan.

Are there connecting rooms at Nara Ryokan?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this ryokan.

What is the closest airport to Nara Ryokan?

The closest major airport to Nara Ryokan is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 29.4 mi away (74 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Nara Ryokan?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Nara Ryokan.

Nara Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

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

Lovely quiet ryokan with onsen

Our stay at Nara Ryokan was perfect - very lovely quiet stay and beautiful rooms, and an amazing onsen/public bath. It wasn't listed for the hotel, but you are able to reserve a "family time" for the onsen use where I was able to privately share the onsen together with my husband and our friends with tattoos were also able to utilize for their own private time, which was a great experience, particularly with the provided robes and slippers. The hotel is about a 10min walk away from the main station, and just around the corner from a lovely park with a nearby Starbucks and small park where the deer freely hangout and roam around. A truly lovely place to stay, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful property and the Onsen was great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Ryokan, poor staff.

Was initially going to leave a worse review after a terrible interaction with the woman on the front desk after she put use in a basic room after we paid for deluxe, then refused to move us. However the charm of the Ryokan itself, the great onsen and the free massage chairs somewhat made up for the rude service when checking in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little Japanese style hotel. Friendly staff and a great area. Close to shops and easy walk to the deers.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had the double and the room was very nice and quite big. Great location. Nice small onsen. Looks like the rooms have been redone recently.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

4/10 Poor

Yaz

This ryokan is close to Nara Koen where deers are and 30mins walk to Daibutsu. The room was just like a joke. It remains me uni student flats in Showa, small 4 tatami rooms and futon. In Japanese, futons need to be folded down into three and stored in the cupboard called Oshiire but the futon was placed by the window just like a bed. I was quite uncomfortable with this and folded it down to lean against that just like a sofa. The wall is paper thin as I was annoyed by next door guests who were chatting till 11pm. The bath was not real onsen. Despite it got negative comments, I enjoyed the big bathtub as it was hot and I could stretch myself. But sadly, a bit yuaka was flotiong on water surface. Overall, it was a good, rather funny experience. I guess this ryokan is for budget travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jonathan, Woodland Hills

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was super easy to walk to from the metro. The area was quiet, peaceful, and there was a great area for shopping and eating. Nara park was not far. The ryokan was incredible and the temperature was perfect. The rooms were super clean and I love that they provided amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and we enjoyed the private onsen
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful two night stay here. The room was clean and comfortable. The private onsen was wonderful. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ericka

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

10/10 Excellent

Jingjing, Pearland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is in the center of Nara, walking distance to the temples.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Yusa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is a big bathing area with 2 shower heads and an Onsen bath tub. Private usage will be limited within 40 min per session, then there are public hours. Nice water!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay!! It was great to be able to leave our bags before check in. The location was fantastic, and staff were so friendly! The private onsen time was a highlight of our whole trip. Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shayesteh

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Armine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is outstanding and the staff are very willing to help if you are amenable to no chairs in the room and only sitting on the floor. Also the room has no shower, so you either must use shower during your private time or if you miss you time slot you have no choice but to use it during public time. For ladies two showers, so at worse you will share with one other person.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this stay. Traditional style room. Happy friendly staff. Very clean and clear walk to everything we needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Josephine

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the location and the property. Quiet and clean. The staff I spoke with were helpful and thankfully they were able to speak English really well. They even explained the etiquette of bathing in the hot spring area and walked me through that process. The only thing I wish could’ve been different was being able to store my bag earlier in the day but it’s not a big deal as there are locker rentals at the station maybe 1/4-1/2 mile away. There is a private restroom in each room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

A bit noisy but comfortable

Nara Ryokan was clean, comfortable, and convenient. We loved using the onsen during our private time, and we found the beds easy to sleep on. It was a little noisy since we could hear doors opening and closing in the rooms next to us all night, but aside from that it was a great place to stay! The location was great: easy waking to al the sights.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located. The staff was amazing. The hotel and amenities were outstanding. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wanted a traditional hotel experience in japan and i got exactly what i asked for. Will stay again next time im in nara

6/10 Okay

Jasmine

Traveled with partner
Very lax mostly on your on only one person staffed it seemed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023