8/10 Very good
Good location
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Nara Hotel
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Sarusawa Pond Park
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Nara Hotel offers a serene escape near Sarusawa Pond Park, with a beautiful garden and two on-site restaurants serving French cuisine. Connect to in-room WiFi, indulge in breakfast or lunch at the coffee shop/cafe, and explore nearby Kofuku-ji Temple. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
VIP Access9.0
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Airport transfer
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Bar
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
- Breakfast available
- Room service
- Coffee shop/cafe
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour front desk
- Air conditioning
- Garden
- Front-desk safe
- Vending machine
- Laundry service
Feel at home (6)
- Private bathroom
- Garden
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry facilities
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Elevator
Why we love this property
Culinary experiences
French flavors await at the restaurant. This hotel also offers a cafe, a bar, and cooked-to-order breakfast. Savor meals at 2 dining venues.
Premium comfort
This hotel pampers with premium bedding and down comforters. Luxuriate in deep soaking tubs, slip into soft bathrobes, and unwind by cozy fireplaces.
Room options
Showing 12 of 12 rooms
Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
- City view
- 235 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Large Twin Beds
Standard Double Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
- Park view
- 274 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Large Twin Beds
Superior Double Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
- Park view
- 274 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
- Park view
- 294 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Large Twin Beds
Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
- Park view
- 323 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Large Twin Beds
Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
- Park view
- 343 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Large Twin Beds
Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
- City view
- 366 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Large Twin Beds
Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
- Park view
- 420 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Large Twin Beds
Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
- Park view
- 420 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Large Twin Beds
Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
- Park view
- 470 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Large Twin Beds
Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking (Main Building)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
- Park view
- 551 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Large Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood
1096 Takabatake-cho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8301
What's nearby
- Nara Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Sarusawa Pond Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Kofuku-ji Temple - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Nara National Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Todaiji Temple - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
- Itami Airport (ITM) - 32 min drive
- Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 74 min drive
- Kizu Station - 7 min drive
- Kintetsu-Nara Station - 15 min walk
- Nara Station - 26 min walk
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
- ふく徳 - 5 min walk
- カナカナ - 4 min walk
- 奈良ホテル ティーラウンジ - 2 min walk
- ラサ ボジュン 奈良店 - 4 min walk
- 青葉茶屋 - 7 min walk
About this property
Nara Hotel
When you stay at Nara Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Sarusawa Pond Park and Nara Park. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Main Dining Room MIKASA, one of 2 restaurants, which serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 127 rooms
- Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 15
- Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 15
Pets
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome
Internet
- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
- Onsite parking available only on request
- Free onsite self parking
- Free onsite extended parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
- Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
- 2 restaurants
- Bar/lounge
- Coffee shop
- Room service (limited hours)
Working away
- Conference space
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Dry cleaning/laundry services
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Luggage storage
- Wedding services
- Porter/bellhop
- Bicycle rentals
Facilities
- Built in 1909
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Garden
- Banquet hall
Accessibility
- Braille/raised signage
- Elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
- Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
- Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
- Handrails in stairways
- Wheelchairs available on site
- Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
- Flat-screen television
- Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
- Air conditioning and heating
- Bathrobes and slippers
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
- Down comforter
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Premium bedding
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Shower/tub combination
- Bidet
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free newspapers
- Free WiFi and wired internet
- Phone
Food and drink
- Meal delivery service
- Free bottled water
More
- Daily housekeeping
- Guidebooks/recommendations
- Local maps
Special features
Dining
Main Dining Room MIKASA - This restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 5000 per person
- Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of JPY 2100 per person (one-way)
Renovations and closures
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.
Children & extra beds
- Cribs/infant beds are available for JPY 3795.0 per day
- Rollaway beds are available for JPY 10120.0 per day
- Airport shuttle service for children up to age 6 costs JPY 1050 (one-way)
Parking
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Also known as
Hotel Nara
Nara Hotel
Nara Hotel Nara
Nara Hotel Hotel
Nara Hotel Hotel Nara
Frequently asked questions
Is Nara Hotel currently open?
This property is closed from January 4 2026 to June 3 2026 (dates subject to change).
Does Nara Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Nara Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Nara Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Nara Hotel?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Nara Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is JPY 2100 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Nara Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Nara Hotel and nearby?
Nara Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Nara Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring French cuisine.
Does Nara Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Nara Hotel like?
Nara Hotel is in the heart of Nara, a short 7-minute walk from Nara Park and 6 minutes' walk from Sarusawa Pond Park.
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Nara Hotel Reviews
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and amazing with a variety of options. (10 reviews)
- The dining room is a pleasure with excellent service and a Michelin-star-worthy experience. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
Service staffBreakfastHistoryBedRoomLocationTrain stationHistoricalAttraction10/10 Exceptional
Beautiful historic property that was the perfect setting for our stay in Nara.
Josh
Josh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Staff and property was excellent.
Haldis
Haldis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Wonderful staff, hotel and location. Walkable to parks, grounds were lovely and everyone was very helpful. Clean, large rooms and dining on site.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Beautiful setting, easy access to attractions and restaurants in a historic hotel.
Joan
Joan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Beautiful grounds, peaceful
April
April, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great hotel
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
So cute could see the deer from our room just loved it
nicole
nicole, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Beautiful historic hotel with great service
Janice
Janice, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Really a great location if you want to go to the park. Has a bus to go to Nara Station.
Justin
Justin, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Good property in the area with good dine in restaurant.
Zheng
Zheng, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very nice staff
Yong
Yong, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
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.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nice classic hotel
Nice Classic hotel with Good location
Henrich
Henrich, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Beautiful classic hotel filled with original art and well preserved architecture.
Lawrence
Lawrence, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very nice hotel. We love it!
Yingyan
Yingyan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Hotel was amazing. Staff was very welcoming
Yer
Yer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The property and room were absolutely stunning!
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
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.
Scott
Scott, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
So far it's the best place (out of five) I've stayed in Japan on this trip. Hotel is very comfortable and inviting with interesting history. Rooms are well sized and well designed making out stay really pleasant.
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
A lovely historic building in a great location next to the wonderful park where the deer roam. Great breakfast, we had the second best eggs benedict of our experience. Staff very sweet and helpful.
Bonnie H.
Bonnie H., 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Old world charm. Hotel was excellent. Dining was excellent. Tons of staff to assist you in every way. Best hotel in Nara
james
james, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Hotel is beautiful. Excellent food and service. Near by to everything. Lovely place to visit.
Eva
Eva, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Best in West Japan
Jeheon
Jeheon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The staff were very kind and patient. They have excellent customer service. Will love to stay there again when I visit Nara again.
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
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