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The Deer Park Inn

Property class: 2

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A wooden-floored room with a large sink, wooden beams, and a mirror.
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round coffee table, a wicker armchair, and a bookshelf.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink.
A group of deer in a grassy area with a staircase and cherry blossoms in the background.
A two-story building with a stone facade, a balcony, and a deer standing in front.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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158-5 Kasuganocho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8212
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kasuga Shrine
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Todaiji Temple
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Double room, Non-smoking (Watching deer / Shared shower room and toilet)

Down comforters, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double room, Non-smoking (Watching deer / Shared shower room and toilet)

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin room, Mountain view, Non-smoking (View of the forest / Shared shower room and toilet)

Down comforters, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Twin room, Mountain view, Non-smoking (View of the forest / Shared shower room and toilet)

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family room, Five-guest room, Non-smoking (Private room for up to 6 people, 3 bunk beds/shared shower room and toilet)

Down comforters, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Family room, Five-guest room, Non-smoking (Private room for up to 6 people, 3 bunk beds/shared shower room and toilet)

  • Sleeps 11
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Non-smoking)

A room with two wooden beds, a small round table, two chairs, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Non-smoking)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Non-smoking)

A bedroom with a wooden bunk bed, a wooden drying rack, a window with curtains, and a table with chairs.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Non-smoking)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

A bunk bed with a ladder, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

A hallway with wooden flooring, a wooden wall panel, and a bathroom with three sinks and mirrors.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

A bunk bed room with a green sofa and a small round table.

Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a small table, two chairs, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Nara

The Deer Park Inn places you next to Nara Park and within a 5-minute walk of Kasuga Shrine. Each of the 10 rooms at this guesthouse includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a rice cooker. Centrally located in Nara, the guesthouse is connected to the convention center, and a short walk from Manyo Botanical Garden and Tamukeyama Hachimangu Shrine.
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What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Kasuga Shrine - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nara National Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Todaiji Temple - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 8 min drive
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪鹿屋 本店 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Conce - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪水谷茶屋(Mizuya-Chaya) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪三山亭食堂 - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Deer Park Inn

The Deer Park Inn features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a communal living room.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and rice cookers.
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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (JPY 1,500 per night); reservations required

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • 若草山パレット

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 12 and younger (only guests older than 12 are allowed)

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 1500 per night (984 ft away)
  • Laundry fee: JPY 300

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 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 only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and 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.
  • This property only accepts 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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Deer Park Inn Nara
The Deer Park Inn Nara
The Deer Park Inn Guesthouse
The Deer Park Inn Guesthouse Nara

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Deer Park Inn?

The Deer Park Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Deer Park Inn?

As of Aug 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Deer Park Inn on Sep 1, 2026 start from $49, 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 near The Deer Park Inn?

This guesthouse is located in Nara, just steps from Nara Park and Manyo Botanical Garden, and within a short walk of Kasuga Shrine. You'll also find Nara National Museum and Mount Wakakusa less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Deer Park Inn?

No, there isn't parking at the guesthouse but you'll find nearby parking for JPY 1,500 per night (off-site parking (reservations required)).

Does The Deer Park Inn feature a casino?

No, The Deer Park Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Deer Park Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is The Deer Park Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a down comforter and a hydromassage showerhead as well as a coffee shop/cafe.

Does The Deer Park Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does The Deer Park Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Deer Park Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Deer Park Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Deer Park Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does The Deer Park Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Deer Park Inn?

The closest major airport to The Deer Park Inn is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 24.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Deer Park Inn?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Deer Park Inn.

The Deer Park Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 244 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Breccan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind staff and great location, close to many sights in Nara.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfy and actually very spacious. Food near by closes super early so if you're walking keep that in mind. I would recommend an eye mask since the sun rises early and there are only blinds and not curtains! Other than that very charming place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed was firm.. that’s the only negative. Everything else was amazing. The staff response time was fast. The facility was amazing. The location; you couldn’t ask for better.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, in a magical place in the deer park surrounded by nature, some great little shops, shrines, and animals. Nara was the absolute highlight of my trip to Japan and this Inn was a dream to stay at. We loved our time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice guest house Clean and located in the park. Warm welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Parking was expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

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

Best location in Nara

Charming comfortable and simple hotel with great service, big rooms and the best location in Nara park with deer and nature all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all very friendly and helpful, spoke English. It can be a bit loud depending on your neighbors but the room itself is so cozy and perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JACKSON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it here. Such a beautiful special place. Lovely staff. Beautiful view our my window. Comfortable bed. If you go to Nara staying here is a great escape surrounded by the parl
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

YIU CHUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique location and super close interaction with deers. Staff are very approachable and helpful. Truly a hidden gem in Nara Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, the bed was comfy, and we had deers outside our window, it was great, and only a little walk for 711.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Presley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so sweet and helpful here. It is so convenient since everything in the park closes early as well as transportation, so if you are staying to see the deer it is a perfect place to do so.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

What an Oasis!

What a delightful spot to get away from big city vibes and get close to nature in Nara Park! Incredible staff that even let me check in early as my room was ready. Everything you need at an affordable price with a great atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet little Inn at the top of the town. Easy to access the Mt Wakakusa walk and about a 30 minute walk into the towns centre! We loved seeing the deer right outside our window.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location and friendly staff. The rooms are a little close which could be loud.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place to stay in Nara.. if you dont mind the walk is a beautiful area so no need to take buses to the hostel. Lovely receptionist as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

camille

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

Nice spot in nara

Nice spot neer the deer and nara park. Close to restaurant, nice hike. Comfy but pillow really hard. Will definitly came back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

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

10/10 Excellent

Junko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located right by Wakakusayama, so quiet, deer sitting in front of hotel, super nice morning walk area! Owner was friendly, gave us good information. You can cook your own food at kitchen, so you can stay long. room was just like own bedroom, very comfortable. The bathrooms are not in your room, but very clean! My daughter loved here, so we will go back again!!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hostel is near the historic shines but some distance from anywhere that serves food after 4 PM. Be prepared to walk into town and back after the buses stop running around 5 PM.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Other than the area around the inn having very few restaurants that all close around 4-5 pm (which is to be expected because it's in the park) which led us to walk a good while to get groceries, we had a very nice stay and even found that to accommodate for the lack of stores nearby, there are some instant ramens and other food to purchase in the common area for dinner past five pm. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is 100% the best place to stay at of you want to have the most authentic Nara Deer experience. When my partner and I were arriving late to check in the clerk stayed an extra 30 min waiting for us. She is a hero!🙏 The place is 30 min from the downtown area so do order or buy food for dinner as you wont find anything nearby, but its 100% worth it because of the location and the staff! Thank you so much for having us and being great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Belen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Felt very welcome and also thankful to the staff who recommended that we get food before everything closed in the area. They sent emails prior, to warn us which was great. The hotel is a little old but clean. I had a very simple room with a double bed and AC unit, shared bathroom and shower. They let us store our luggage a few hours in the morning after check out. Overall loved how close it was to the temples. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The facility has thin walls and creaky floors so if you are a light sleeper, this may wake you up.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

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