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Wakasa Bettei

3.0 star property
Adults-only ryokan in Nara with free parking

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Property amenity
Public bath
Exterior
Property grounds
Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #403) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm) | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1 Kitahanda Higashimachi, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8274
  • Nara Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Todaiji Temple
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Nara National Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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Room options

View all photos for Japanese Traditional Room - Breakfast Included - (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Japanese Traditional Room - Breakfast Included - (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #403) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #403) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm) | Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #403) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Traditional Room : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Japanese Traditional Room : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm) | Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Japanese Traditional Room : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #303) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #303) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm) | Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #303) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Traditional Room - Room Only - (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Japanese Traditional Room - Room Only - (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #301) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #301) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm) | Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #301) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Spa

303 Japanese Style Room with Outdoor Bath Non smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Dining | Breakfast and dinner served, Japanese cuisine

301 Japanese Style Room with Outdoor Bath Non smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Interior

201 Japanese Style Room with Hinoki Bath Non smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Interior

403 with Open-Air Bath-Special Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

View all photos for 306 Japanese Style Room with Japanese Cypress Bath

Interior

306 Japanese Style Room with Japanese Cypress Bath

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Futons

Standard Japanese Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Futon

Japanese-Style Superior Room With Open-Air Bath

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

Triple Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room With Open-Air Bath

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

Japanese Traditional Room(No Child Allowed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Nara

Wakasa Bettei places you next to Nara Park and within a 10-minute stroll of other popular attractions like Todaiji Temple. This 3-star ryokan has 11 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Todaiji Temple - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nara National Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kasuga Shrine - 7 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tanakura Station - 11 min drive
  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 12 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ワインの王子様 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪喫茶田川 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪松籟〜まつのおと〜 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪吉野本葛天極堂奈良本店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪奈良而今 - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Wakasa Bettei

Adults-only ryokan in Nara with free parking
Wakasa Bettei features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. This adults-only ryokan also has a garden.
Guests can enjoy LED TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in down comforters. Refrigerators, safes, and phones are also available. Housekeeping is not available.
Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals). This service features separate men and women areas.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

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 Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2200 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free 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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

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.
  • 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

Wakasa Bettei
Wakasa Bettei Inn
Wakasa Bettei Inn Nara
Wakasa Bettei Nara
Wakasa Bettei Nara
Wakasa Bettei Ryokan
Wakasa Bettei Ryokan Nara

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Wakasa Bettei?

Wakasa Bettei provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Wakasa Bettei?

As of May 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wakasa Bettei on Jun 8, 2025 start from $179.4, excluding 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 can I see around Wakasa Bettei?

This ryokan in Nara is within a 10-minute walk of Nara Park and Todaiji Temple. You'll also find Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall and Nara Woman's University less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Wakasa Bettei?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the ryokan and long-term parking is available for a surcharge.

Is there a spa at Wakasa Bettei?

Spa services at the ryokan include massages.

Does Wakasa Bettei include a casino?

No, Wakasa Bettei doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Wakasa Bettei?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

What do couples enjoy most about Wakasa Bettei?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this adults-only ryokan include a down comforter and slippers along with a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Wakasa Bettei?

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

Does Wakasa Bettei feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Wakasa Bettei serves Japanese breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Wakasa Bettei allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Wakasa Bettei.

Are there connecting rooms at Wakasa Bettei?

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

How close is the airport from Wakasa Bettei?

The closest major airport to Wakasa Bettei is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 29.6 mi away (66 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Wakasa Bettei?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Wakasa Bettei.

Wakasa Bettei Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service and food were excellent. We had Japanese dinner and breakfast. Each were well prepared and presented. Very walkable area. Private bath was very nice touch after long day of travel and walking around town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at this ryokan was the absolute highlight of our 10-day trip to Japan! We stayed in Room 303 and loved having our own private mineral soaking tub out on the deck plus the public onsen. Everything about this place was clean, comfortable, and memorable. The private kaiseki dinner was beautiful, delicious, and very filling—an experience not to be missed! We were shocked after checking in to be offered a local guide to explore Nara the following day compliments of Wakasa Bettei. She spent half a day with us—exploring gardens, temples and sanctuaries, while providing stories and local history. A day we will never forget. Overall, our stay was phenomenal! Do not hesitate another minute to book.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viola

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wanted to experience staying at a traditional ryokan on my first Japan trip, so chose this ryokan after doing much research. We stayed in room 301 which had a private open air onsen. The bath and separate shower were both very clean, the Shiseido shampoo and conditioner provided were wonderful, and the private onsen divine. I used it several times during my one night stay. The water was very warm and stayed warm. We had a kaiseki dinner and breakfast. The presentation was absolutely stunning, and the food varied and delicious. But the best part about this ryokan was the staff. From the receptionist who provided me restaurant recommendations for lunch to the staff who served us our meals, and the staff who helped book us a massage, they could not have been friendlier, more welcoming or more gracious. I happened to mention in an earlier conversation that we were celebrating a college graduation on this trip, and to our surprise they brought us a special dessert with sparklers at the end of our meal, which was so lovely. The ratings on various sites for this ryokan differed, but I give it 4 stars! Thank you to the staff for a truly wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wakasa Bettei surprised me as one of my favorite hotels in my 8-day Japan trip. I think it came down to the fact that the premises were cozy and new, the location was serene and close to Todaiji, and the staff were just so friendly. Absolutely gorgeous meals for dinner kaiseki and Japanese-style breakfast too. There's a goofy charm in having a violinist serenade us during dinner, and offering to take photos of us in our ukatas smiling next to their mascot. Both public bath options they offered were so clean and relaxing and not at all crowded. I would not hestitate to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Yann

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pranav

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave, Waipahu

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and interior design.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Experience a luxurious Japanese inn

Very welcoming. Very helpful. Most staff knew enough English to get along. We stayed in the annex, where we had the experience of a traditional Japanese inn with delicious Japanese dinners and breakfasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful stay!

Absolutely beautiful stay! Staff were all very friendly and attentive and it felt like a true luxury experience. We arrive early with luggage so we could go for a walk and it was all taken to our room by the time we checked in. Minutes away from Nara Park, and would fully recommend booking the private onsen if you can!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Amazing Kyoto location

The food was authentic they serve you meal after meal in waves but it’s all in good portions so you won’t be too full to continue. While you eat dinner they’ll prepare your beds in your room. The room is spacious and there was a balcony, overall a very nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Eddy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haley

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

Great stay

Extremely kind detailed staff. The room was comfortable and had everything we needed for one night and close to the park.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Wallace

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Reem

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Great location but weird staff

I was disappointed that, the reception want to charge me 2500 yen for an 45 min delay in the sign out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Awesome!

First and only experience in a Ryokan, and I'm SO glad we did it. It was exactly what I hoped for and more. The staff were so friendly and accommodating and made this a great experience. The onsen baths are really nice and the whole place is so comfortable. They also will help you book a FREE tour of Nara park and the guide will meet at the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Athena

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

Come for the keiseki not the spa

I went with my mom and sister. The room was adequate, very spacious and relaxing. The service was spectacular. I read many reviews before coming and was worried about what people said (not worth the price and spa was overrated). It was a little on the pricier side but the dinner and breakfast experience were amazing, so filling and delicious. I feel like the overrated parts were the personal tub and the public bath. Very simple.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location with an easy walk to most of the sights. Rooms are spacious and clean. Morning breakfast was also very good. I loved eating in our own small breakfast space.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi

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

Pleasant stay in Nara, the onsen really re-charges

The hotel is close to Todaiji temple and is around 15-20 minutes from either of the train stations. It's worth the effort. The tatami room was spacious and clean and had all anticipated needs...free cold beer was a welcome surprise after the hot onsen. If you can afford it, it's worth splurging on breakfast and dinner option ( there isn't much choice nearby). Everything well presented and so much choice...don't feel bad if you can't eat it all. The service and assistance fronm the staff was first rate. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wynn B.

Very welcoming. Perfect for first time ryokan visitors

The staff was cheerful and always eager to help. We felt transported to a different world with the tatami mats and shoji screens. I have never encountered more friendly hotel staff! A short walk (5 or 10 min) to Giant Buddha and other shrines. free range deer are about 3 blocks away. The onsen bath (separate men’s & women’s baths) we novel & relaxing . The perfect central location to explore Nara from
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Absolutely amazing

We had the most wonderful one night stay here. Beautiful room, excellent Kaiseki dinner + Japanese breakfast, nice Onsen and truly impeccable service. All around happy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

MR TKJ TSUI

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

very pleasant stay

very good location, very helpful staffs, has a very pleasant short stay in Nara. the Onsen is a little small