Nara Hotel

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9.0
/10
Exceptional
996 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Yuri

10.0
/ 10
It was great experience. Hotel was very clean and great service. We were satisfied. We are really coming back this hotel.

Daniel

10.0
/ 10
A highlght from our trip. If you can, definitely stay here at least one night, instead of doing a day-trip to Nara (more time if you can spare it!) The hotel and staff are just fantastic. This gives you an idea of what you can expect from a hotel that receives foreign and local dignitaries and heads of state. Walking distance from the park/ landmarks and also restaurants and shopping nearby. The room itself was ample (more than you will probably see in your whole stay in Japan) with modern rooms incorporated into a fantastic historic building.

Ivan

10.0
/ 10
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,
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1096 Takabatake-cho, Nara-shi, Nara, Kansai, Japan, 630-8301

Main Facilities

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Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
WiFi
Elevator
Nara Hotel is located in area / city Nara-shi. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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1096 Takabatake-cho, Nara-shi, Nara, Kansai, Japan, 630-8301
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General


Near Nara Park

Location


With a stay at Nara Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Nara, within a 10-minute walk of Sarusawa Pond Park and Nara Park. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Kofuku-ji Temple and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Todaiji Temple.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Gango-ji Temple - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Sarusawa Pond Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Nara Information Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Nara Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Kojindo - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Ukimido Hall - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Kofuku-ji Temple - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Nara Craft Museum - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Kōfuku-ji National Treasure Hall - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Nara National Museum - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Himuro Shrine - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Nara Prefectural Art Museum - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Neiraku Art Museum - 1 km / 0.6 mi

The nearest airports are:
Itami Airport (ITM) - 47.8 km / 29.7 mi
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 77.6 km / 48.2 mi

The preferred airport for Nara Hotel is Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX).

Renovations


This property is closed from January 4 2026 to June 3 2026 (dates subject to change). The property will be renovating from January 4 2026 to June 3 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Elevator
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Facilities


Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Dining


Enjoy French cuisine at Main Dining Room MIKASA, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 127 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.

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Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • Newspaper in lobby
  • Wedding service
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter
  • 24-hour Receptionist

Accessibilty

  • Accessible bathroom
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible path of travel

General

  • Banquet
  • Smoking area
  • Parking

Public Facilities

  • Safety deposit box
  • Coffee shop
  • Elevator

Transportation

  • Airport transfer
  • Bicycle rental

Connectivity

  • LAN Internet
  • Free WiFi

Things to Do

  • Garden

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast

Business Facilities

  • Conference rooms

Nearby Facilities

  • Gift shop

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Nara Hotel

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!
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
15:00 - 00:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately JPY 5000 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Service Animals Allowed

Professional property host/manager, LGBTQIA+ friendly, Unicode Support false, Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing

General Information

Popular Facilities
Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - 00:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Nara Hotel
127
Number of floors in Nara Hotel
5
Another facilities in Nara Hotel
Laundry service, Newspaper in lobby, Wedding service, Luggage storage, Porter

Frequently asked question in Nara Hotel

What are available facilities at Nara Hotel?
There are top facilites at Nara Hotel such as Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Nara Hotel?
The standard check-in time at Nara Hotel is starting from 15:00 - 00:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does Nara Hotel provide breakfast?
Yes, Nara Hotel 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 Nara Hotel?
Nara Hotel is a 4.0-star hotel.
How many floors does Nara Hotel have?
Nara Hotel has 5 floors.
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More Reviews from Other Guests in Nara Hotel

9.0
Exceptional
From 996 reviews
Cleanliness

9.2

Room Comfort

8.8

Location

9.0

Service and Facilites

9.2

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Yuri
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It was great experience. Hotel was very clean and great service. We were satisfied. We are really coming back this hotel.
Daniel
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

A highlght from our trip. If you can, definitely stay here at least one night, instead of doing a day-trip to Nara (more time if you can spare it!) The hotel and staff are just fantastic. This gives you an idea of what you can expect from a hotel that receives foreign and local dignitaries and heads of state. Walking distance from the park/ landmarks and also restaurants and shopping nearby. The room itself was ample (more than you will probably see in your whole stay in Japan) with modern rooms incorporated into a fantastic historic building.
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Konstantin
10.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Exceptional service, very clean, staff is very helpful, wonderful location
Ateeb
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Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Good location
Ivan
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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,
Read More
Julie
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with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Read More
Haldis
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 42 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff and property was excellent.
ANDY
10.0
/10
Reviewed 43 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Historic
ANDY
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Business and Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 43 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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
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April
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 45 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful grounds, peaceful
nicole
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 46 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

So cute could see the deer from our room just loved it
Yong
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 46 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very nice staff
Jennifer
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Wonderful staff, hotel and location. Walkable to parks, grounds were lovely and everyone was very helpful. Clean, large rooms and dining on site.
Alaa
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Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Perfect
Justin
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Really a great location if you want to go to the park. Has a bus to go to Nara Station.
Stephanie
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Leisure with Friends
4.0
/10
Reviewed 49 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Overpriced and poor facilities, hotel in need of complete renovation.
Stephanie
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
4.0
/10
Reviewed 49 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
Xiangan
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Business
4.0
/10
Reviewed 53 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Staff members are very friendly and helpful, but the facility is not worth the cost. Spider on bed
Scott
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 54 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
Gunda
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 55 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

A beautiful old building, a wonderful Suite with two bathrooms, two balconies unfortunately no balcony furniture to sit outside, the staff was helpful and friendly. Great location to reach many Nara highlights, restaurants and shops by foot.
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9.0
Exceptional
From 996 reviews
Cleanliness

9.2

Room Comfort

8.8

Location

9.0

Service and Facilites

9.2

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Traveler Reviews Nara Hotel

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40
Top reviews
Yuri
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It was great experience. Hotel was very clean and great service. We were satisfied. We are really coming back this hotel.
Daniel
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

A highlght from our trip. If you can, definitely stay here at least one night, instead of doing a day-trip to Nara (more time if you can spare it!) The hotel and staff are just fantastic. This gives you an idea of what you can expect from a hotel that receives foreign and local dignitaries and heads of state. Walking distance from the park/ landmarks and also restaurants and shopping nearby. The room itself was ample (more than you will probably see in your whole stay in Japan) with modern rooms incorporated into a fantastic historic building.
Read More
Konstantin
10.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Exceptional service, very clean, staff is very helpful, wonderful location
Ateeb
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Good location
Ivan
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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,
Read More
Julie
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Read More
Haldis
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 42 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff and property was excellent.
ANDY
10.0
/10
Reviewed 43 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Historic
ANDY
icon-Business and Leisure
Business and Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 43 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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
Read More
April
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 45 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful grounds, peaceful
nicole
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 46 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

So cute could see the deer from our room just loved it
Yong
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 46 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very nice staff
Jennifer
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Wonderful staff, hotel and location. Walkable to parks, grounds were lovely and everyone was very helpful. Clean, large rooms and dining on site.
Alaa
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Perfect
Justin
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Really a great location if you want to go to the park. Has a bus to go to Nara Station.
Stephanie
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
4.0
/10
Reviewed 49 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Overpriced and poor facilities, hotel in need of complete renovation.
Stephanie
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
4.0
/10
Reviewed 49 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
Xiangan
icon-Business
Business
4.0
/10
Reviewed 53 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Staff members are very friendly and helpful, but the facility is not worth the cost. Spider on bed
Scott
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 54 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
Gunda
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 55 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

A beautiful old building, a wonderful Suite with two bathrooms, two balconies unfortunately no balcony furniture to sit outside, the staff was helpful and friendly. Great location to reach many Nara highlights, restaurants and shops by foot.
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