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Hotel New Wakasa
Inn
9,2
/10
Exceptional
215 reviews
What Guests Say About Their Stay
Jenny
10,0
/ 10
First time at a Ryokan. Wonderful experience from when we first arrived until we left. Room was beautiful and private onsen was luxurious, we spent a lot of time there! 100% get the Breakfast and dinner package, it was such a unique experience with lovely traditional meals and it was very large portion for 2 people. They also provided a lot of free amenities that we could take home with us including photographs and a traditional pouch/bag. i would definitely recommend this Ryokan to anyone planning to visit Nara.
Adrian
10,0
/ 10
Excellent location. We walked to the hotel with luggage from the train station,10 minutes down a cool street. Used a holylfy e sim for GPS and downloaded the Taxi Go App to get back to the train station for under $8. The New Wakasa staff made the absolute best check in, you have to go to experience it. Rolled out the red carpet, made sure we were comfortable from check in to check out. Breakfast was awesome, we did 1 japanese style and 1 western style. Both great, but Japanese style was such a lovely display. You can walk to the Deer Park, walk to temples. The Onsen was super nice and we both had the room to ourselves. The rooftop terrace gave us a beautiful sunrise view. I honestly feel this was one of my best hotel experiences ever, 5 stars in my opinion. The gift shop was cool and just 3 doors down, not towards the deer park, but the other direction was a really nice cookie and sweets shop.
Audrey
10,0
/ 10
If you’re looking for a Ryokan experience with the nicest staff, this is your place. Central to most sites and k-Nara station. We stayed on night in a traditional room and had a great experience
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1 Kitahanda Higashicho, Nara-shi, Nara, Kansai, Japan, 630-8274
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1 Kitahanda Higashicho, Nara-shi, Nara, Kansai, Japan, 630-8274
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General
Near Nara Park
Location
When you stay at Hotel New Wakasa in Nara, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Nara Park and 6 minutes by foot from Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall. This spa inn is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Nara Woman's University and 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Todaiji Temple.
Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Nara Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Nara Woman's University - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Neiraku Art Museum - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Isui-en Garden - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Todaiji Temple - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Todai-ji - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Himuro Shrine - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Todaiji Temple Cultural Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Shosoin Temple - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Nara National Museum - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Kofuku-ji Temple - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Sarusawa Pond Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Kōfuku-ji National Treasure Hall - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Tamukeyama Hachimangu Shrine - 1 km / 0.6 mi
The nearest airports are:
Itami Airport (ITM) - 66 km / 41 mi
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 78.7 km / 48.9 mi
The preferred airport for Hotel New Wakasa is Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX).
Facilities
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. Additional features at this inn include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Business Facilities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. This inn has 3 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at Traditional Dining Room, or stay in and take advantage of the inn's room service (during limited hours). Japanese breakfasts are served on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 25 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and blackout drapes/curtains.
All facilities in Hotel New Wakasa
Entertainment Facility
Functional Hall
Common Space
Lobby
Accommodation Services
General
- Ballroom
- Smoking area
- Rooftop terrace
- Parking
- Terrace
Things to Do
- Picnic area
- Garden
- Spa
- Library
Accessibilty
- Accessible bathroom
- Disabled access friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accessible path of travel
Hotel Services
- Laundry service
- Newspaper in lobby
- Concierge
Food and Drinks
- Kaiseki meal
- Breakfast
Public Facilities
- Safety deposit box
- Elevator
Transportation
- Storage
Connectivity
- Free WiFi
Nearby Facilities
- Souvenir shop
Accommodation Policy & General Information in Hotel New Wakasa
Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
- Reservations are required for private bath/onsen. Reservations can be made by contacting the inn prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
- Contactless check-in is available.
- Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Check-in/Check-out Time
Check-in:
15:00 - 10:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00
- Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2750 for adults and JPY 1650 for children
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pets Not Allowed
Professional property host/manager, No cribs (infant beds) available, Unicode Support false, No rollaway/extra beds available, Contactless check-in is available
General Information
Popular Facilities | WiFi, Elevator |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 15:00 - 10:00 - to 10:00 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast |
Available rooms at Hotel New Wakasa | 25 |
Number of floors in Hotel New Wakasa | 1 |
Another facilities in Hotel New Wakasa | Ballroom, Smoking area, Rooftop terrace, Parking, Terrace |
Frequently asked question in Hotel New Wakasa
What are available facilities at Hotel New Wakasa?
There are top facilites at Hotel New Wakasa such as WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Hotel New Wakasa?
The standard check-in time at Hotel New Wakasa is starting from 15:00 - 10:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00
Does Hotel New Wakasa provide breakfast?
Yes, Hotel New Wakasa provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Hotel New Wakasa?
Hotel New Wakasa is a 3.5-star hotel.
How many floors does Hotel New Wakasa have?
Hotel New Wakasa has 1 floors.
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9,2
Exceptional
From 215 reviews
Cleanliness
9,2
Room Comfort
8,8
Location
9,0
Service and Facilites
9,4
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Jenny
with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
First time at a Ryokan. Wonderful experience from when we first arrived until we left. Room was beautiful and private onsen was luxurious, we spent a lot of time there! 100% get the Breakfast and dinner package, it was such a unique experience with lovely traditional meals and it was very large portion for 2 people. They also provided a lot of free amenities that we could take home with us including photographs and a traditional pouch/bag. i would definitely recommend this Ryokan to anyone planning to visit Nara.
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Adrian
with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Excellent location. We walked to the hotel with luggage from the train station,10 minutes down a cool street. Used a holylfy e sim for GPS and downloaded the Taxi Go App to get back to the train station for under $8. The New Wakasa staff made the absolute best check in, you have to go to experience it. Rolled out the red carpet, made sure we were comfortable from check in to check out. Breakfast was awesome, we did 1 japanese style and 1 western style. Both great, but Japanese style was such a lovely display. You can walk to the Deer Park, walk to temples. The Onsen was super nice and we both had the room to ourselves. The rooftop terrace gave us a beautiful sunrise view. I honestly feel this was one of my best hotel experiences ever, 5 stars in my opinion. The gift shop was cool and just 3 doors down, not towards the deer park, but the other direction was a really nice cookie and sweets shop.
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Audrey
Leisure Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
If you’re looking for a Ryokan experience with the nicest staff, this is your place. Central to most sites and k-Nara station. We stayed on night in a traditional room and had a great experience
Molly
Leisure with Partner
8,0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Delicous breakfast, excellent customer service, great location. I highly recommend this place!
Craig
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 55 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Nara ! Full Immersion in Japanese Culture & the Roof Top 360 degree view of Nara is a fitting way to end the day.
Anna
Leisure Family
8,0
/10
Reviewed 55 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
A unique experience of more traditional accomodation. I enjoyed the private onsen on our balcony.
Nara
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 56 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
The staff was excellent. Sae greeted and welcomed us upon arrival and started the stay out in a great way.
King To
Friends and Family with Friends
10,0
/10
Reviewed 56 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Hotel New Wakasa lifts the fame of Japanese hospitality to another level.
I have never been so welcomed by a hotel where their offering and servicing is so customer oriented, leaving a very impressive memory from start til checking out
The quality on the catering side was slightly below par but was justified by the price they charged.
All in all, it is a very nice accommodation to relax and the experience was well above expectations
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JENIFER
Leisure with Children
10,0
/10
Reviewed 57 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Beautiful hotel!
Gemma
Leisure
10,0
/10
Reviewed 58 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Lovely place with the kindest staff and a beautiful onsen. My room had the sauna and there was a lot of traffic noise from the main road so maybe not ideal for light sleepers but overall a great stay.
KIN FAI GARY
Leisure Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 66 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Excellent accommodation. We arranged to have japanese Traditional dinner with 5 of us this time, and also traditional breakfast. They have hotel parking right at the front door and we enjoyed the walking distance (5 mins) to seeing the deer in Nara.
Sean
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 69 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
We cannot say enough great tings about this hotel. The staff was outstanding and the property is very traditional. We really enjoyed the personal touches and little details to welcome you during the check in process.
Vince
Leisure with Children
10,0
/10
Reviewed 70 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
We had a great experience at New Hotel Wakasa and the staff were super helpful. We arrived to Nara early and the hotel was able to hold our luggage for us. During checkout, they were also able to hold our luggage for us (before 3pm) so we could spend one last afternoon in Nara luggage free before leaving the city. The hotel has been renovated and the rooms each have a unique interior design with really high quality finishes and fixtures. We got the breakfast and dinner options at the hotel and the food was great. Finally, the public bath was a great way to end the day. The hotel is a bit further from the main stores and shopping area (10-13min walk) but it is quite close to Nara park area and a few local spots. We would definitely come back in the future!
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Hilary
Friends and Family Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 71 week(s) ago
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Many people say do Nara as a day trip but we disagree. Nara is a wonderful town full of artisans and cutting edge design and a slower pace of life. The Hotel New Wakasa reflects that spirit and is a top notch Japanese hotel with exceptional service, gorgeous rooms and a wonderful public bath. We can’t say enough about our time there and what wonderful time we had there. Thank you!
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Jessica K.
Friends and Family Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 72 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Our room was the most unique and beautiful I have ever stayed in, by far.
NG CHEE
Leisure with Partner
8,0
/10
Reviewed 75 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Nice clean onsen in the room and the public bath.. Convenient parking right next to hotel. Location quite far and not easy to find when walking from shopping area of Nara especially at nite. Would be better if the newly renovated rooms has modern bed instead of Tatami as it is difficult to get up when the bed is on the floor.
Rachel
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 79 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Very close to many tourist spots. Great staff and facilities. I would highly recommend
Valentina
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 81 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Perfect for one night stay.
Pui Yi
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 84 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Staff are nice and polite.
Car parking is free during stay.
Stephen
10,0
/10
Reviewed 95 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Nice stay
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