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5 star

Nara Hotel
4.6/5189 Reviews

Nara Hotel

Nara|2.7km from downtown
The Nara Hotel is not in Nara Park, and the deer almost never come here. It is a temple-like building on a hillside. There is no view at the entrance. Fufu is good enough to be in the park. There are scenic spots such as Arakike and a small courtyard in the old Mahayana about five minutes' walk away. It is a ten-minute walk from the garden to Nara Park, where there are flocks of deer, and other attractions are also very close. The most famous hotel is the hotel that has hosted the royal family for many years, but I was quite disappointed after checking in. Is this it? The hotel pays no attention to details. It is not as good as the Imperial Hotel. The price is about the same. The Empire is still in Tokyo. There is no flower arrangement in the whole hotel. All the fireplaces are fake. The slippers are cheap. The ultra-thin pajamas in the hotel are pilling. The door is low and the shower has a big gap. Standing in the bathtub, I have less trouble since I didn’t choose tatami. This hotel has many dilapidated details, which makes me worry about the difference between the old and new buildings in Xiaoqiang. The old one is mainly made of wood, and the new one is a connected addition to the old building. The small decoration in the high house is more refined and classical. The new building has a large room with simple decoration. The bathroom is older and has strange noises, but it is located in the back and is quieter. To be honest, the quality of the hotel is really sorry for the Japanese lunge who are so happy to come for pilgrimage. The old air conditioner is so loud that I can't sit in it. The biggest highlight of my stay is that the coffee bar has a beautiful view and is open to the public. The main building's wide wooden staircase and hanging paintings are decorated with cultural relics. The two restaurants, Mikasa, Western style, are unpalatable, rough and have spoiled things. Hanagi Japanese style is very good. It's best to book a Japanese breakfast for dinner. Western food is all set meals, there is no self-service area, the front desk is a bit confusing, and the service is still online. Rent a bicycle and be careful. There are no dedicated bicycle lanes in Japan and it is unsafe for vehicles to mix. Overall, you don’t need to stay in the hotel. You can come to the coffee bar to drink coffee and dine with Hua Ju.
Hotel Nikko Nara
4.6/5127 Reviews

Hotel Nikko Nara

Nara|1.28km from downtown
Overall it was a great experience, so I gave it 5 stars🌟! Let’s talk about the advantages first: 1. The wood used in the interior decoration of the hotel is very natural, minimalist with a touch of luxury, giving people a very comfortable feeling☺️ 2. The outdoor hot spring pool experience is also very good, with beautiful scenery. It would be better if the tank could be larger. Otherwise, 2-3 people living in a room would not be able to experience it in 50 minutes. This is not very user-friendly. You are only given 50 minutes depending on the number of people, and the tank is too small so only one person can go in and soak in. Others have to wait outside, and couples cannot enjoy it at the same time. 🥺🥺🥺 3. In addition, the food is pretty good. Drinks are not included. There are not many amazing flavors. The first cold dish is the best. 4. The night view of Mt. Wakakusa is great, I must like this! The hotel will drive you up the mountain to see it👍 Let’s talk about the points that need to be improved: 1. The hotel service is a bit embarrassing, and the attitude is excellent, but there are always some indescribable feelings of inconsistency, such as kneeling service during check-in, and dining activities in the back. The waiter who checks you in does not even remember your last name and where you are. There are only a few rooms in the hotel (not for such a small-scale boutique B&B with few rooms), and there are obvious traces of the process. He also said that he would help to ask if there is any space in the private hot spring the next morning, but nothing was said. 🐶 2. The pillows on the bed in the room are very uncomfortable and too high. There is no difference between the two pillows as they are high. There is no choice. Be careful of stiff neck. 👴 3. The included dinner does not include drinks and menu upgrades, which need to be ordered separately, but we did not order them. When we checked out, the waitress came to ask us for payment. When we expressed confusion, she asked us if we had ordered dinner. Extra drinks. Please, don’t you keep track of whether guests order or not? Wouldn't it be rude to ask guests to confirm the check-out time themselves? 🙁 4. After observing the guests who stayed that day, basically the majority were Chinese (including Hong Kong and Taiwan), followed by a few European, American and Japanese guests. However, the hotel did not have a Chinese-speaking waiter. In addition to Japanese, it was Japanese-style English that was forced to recite words. I want to say that although you can communicate in English, but if you can't speak it, are you really respecting the Chinese guests by talking like a duck throughout the process? After all, it is extremely difficult to communicate like this. Some Japanese people cannot understand the English they speak. I wonder how the hotel has no Chinese-speaking waiters when there are so many Chinese guests and they even open Weibo for promotion? 🙁
Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara
3.9/516 Reviews

Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara

Nara|2.83km from downtown
The historical significance of this venue must be highlighted to illustrate its uniqueness in Nara - We signed up for the complimentary tour of the hotel offered to hotel guests on certain mornings of the week and had the pleasure of having Ms. Sato, the director of marketing, introduce the story of Shisui and its past-life as the residence of the governor of Nara between 1922 to 2017, then as Shisui hotel with guest-rooms designed by renown architect Kengo Kuma. The emperor of Japan had stayed on property in post-war to sign the San Francisco treaty. Sato-san's thorough introduction in fluent-english had me realise a stay at this hotel is a unique experience in the way that it is beyond just luxury. The staff had been wonderful and eager to please without pushiness. It was much appreciated, as it gave room for my wife and I to enjoy each other's company at this perfectly peaceful property. The staff had been amazing from the beginning, at check-in, we had Rika-san, a lady with eyes that can smile, to help us check-in while we rest our feet at the lounge with tea, then guide us to our room while briefing us on all its amenities. The rooms were modern with accents of traditional Japanese designs to remind me of the locations' history. Details like the washroom walls that look like zen-gardens and overall wooden decor made my stay at the room one of the most relaxing experiences ever at any hotel. The French-Japanese wine-paired dinner at Suiyou was also our culinary highlight of our two-week vacation in Japan. In summary, after the two night stay, my wife had requested that we should come back to Shisui in the spring, summer and fall to experience all the seasons at this venue.

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Breakfast

Kasuga Hotel
4.4/540 Reviews

Kasuga Hotel

Nara|2.25km from downtown
I was more interested in a nice hotel with a nice atmosphere in a good location every time I went sightseeing in Nara, so I stayed for the first time. Everywhere is very well maintained and although it is an old hotel, it was very comfortable. The room I booked is a renewed Japanese modern non-smoking twin. After all the air conditioner is new. It was a very hot day, but I was able to spend comfortably in the room. There is also a foot massage machine, so you can heal your tired legs from sightseeing. As for the lighting, I have something to tell the hotel a little. The large communal bath is not a hot spring, but it is well managed, comfortable and relaxing. The lobby has a drink server as a service for guests, which was really helpful in the hot season. I booked with breakfast and dinner, but the taste of Nara was very delicious and I enjoyed Nara sake. The location is close to Kintetsu Nara Station and close to tourist spots, so it is a place where you can return to the hotel and rest as soon as you get tired of sightseeing. Convenience stores, shopping streets and souvenir shops are also nearby, making it the best location. If I have a chance to go to Nara again, I definitely want to stay here. At that time, I would be happy if other rooms were renewed. I'm sure the rooms that have not been renewed are clean, but new equipment such as air conditioning and lighting is a condition for me to spend comfortably. I look forward to it.

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Hotels near Popular Attractions in Nara

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Joukyou-ji Temple

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Nara National Museum

Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara
3.9/516 Reviews

Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara

Nara|0.34km from Nara National Museum
The historical significance of this venue must be highlighted to illustrate its uniqueness in Nara - We signed up for the complimentary tour of the hotel offered to hotel guests on certain mornings of the week and had the pleasure of having Ms. Sato, the director of marketing, introduce the story of Shisui and its past-life as the residence of the governor of Nara between 1922 to 2017, then as Shisui hotel with guest-rooms designed by renown architect Kengo Kuma. The emperor of Japan had stayed on property in post-war to sign the San Francisco treaty. Sato-san's thorough introduction in fluent-english had me realise a stay at this hotel is a unique experience in the way that it is beyond just luxury. The staff had been wonderful and eager to please without pushiness. It was much appreciated, as it gave room for my wife and I to enjoy each other's company at this perfectly peaceful property. The staff had been amazing from the beginning, at check-in, we had Rika-san, a lady with eyes that can smile, to help us check-in while we rest our feet at the lounge with tea, then guide us to our room while briefing us on all its amenities. The rooms were modern with accents of traditional Japanese designs to remind me of the locations' history. Details like the washroom walls that look like zen-gardens and overall wooden decor made my stay at the room one of the most relaxing experiences ever at any hotel. The French-Japanese wine-paired dinner at Suiyou was also our culinary highlight of our two-week vacation in Japan. In summary, after the two night stay, my wife had requested that we should come back to Shisui in the spring, summer and fall to experience all the seasons at this venue.
Shikitei
4.6/54 Reviews

Shikitei

Nara|0.36km from Nara National Museum
I researched a ridiculously long time to find a comfortable authentic ryokan experience in Nara so we could enjoy a more relaxed time in Nara as a family vs just a typical day trip. My husband was VERY reluctant to spend such a large amount on a one night stay where we'd be sleeping on the floor in the room with the kids but I assured him this was a not-to-miss experience, and for the price it was definitely going to be a comfortable night sleep on the floor with lots of padding under the futon mattresses. I was wrong. Not only did it feel like camping out on a hard floor, but the rice paper on the windows did absolutely nothing to block out the bright streetlight outside the window. Between the hard floor and the bright street light glaring into the room, it was a very uncomfortable night of sleep, to say the least. ”Don't worry, this will be an unforgettable Japanese kaiseki meal! It's worth paying so much!” Again, inwas wrong. While the staff was incredibly thoughtful with any pre-discussed food options, and the service was delightful, the food was hit or miss. Some courses were lovely, both as a piece of art in their presentation and also delicious! But aggressively overcooking fish and seafood is just beyond unacceptable. Also, I was disappointed to discover that dinner was served in the dining room, not in our private room, as I had assumed. We chose the western option for breakfast. It was pretty terrible, I have to admit. Perhaps we should have opted for the Japanese option in retrospect. I thought my kids would be more likely to eat a western breakfast, but it just wasn't good. Cold eggs, chicken nuggets, stale bread. One of my daughters and I briefly enjoyed the small public onsen inside the inn and that was nice! I feel bad writing a poor review because I REALLY wanted to love this place, and the staff is very warm, thoughtful, and caring. But with the disappointing food and uncomfortable night's sleep, I just can't recommend staying here for the amount of money we spent. Not the splurge-worthy experience I was hoping for, sadly.

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Todaiji

Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara
3.9/516 Reviews

Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara

Nara|0.52km from Todaiji
The historical significance of this venue must be highlighted to illustrate its uniqueness in Nara - We signed up for the complimentary tour of the hotel offered to hotel guests on certain mornings of the week and had the pleasure of having Ms. Sato, the director of marketing, introduce the story of Shisui and its past-life as the residence of the governor of Nara between 1922 to 2017, then as Shisui hotel with guest-rooms designed by renown architect Kengo Kuma. The emperor of Japan had stayed on property in post-war to sign the San Francisco treaty. Sato-san's thorough introduction in fluent-english had me realise a stay at this hotel is a unique experience in the way that it is beyond just luxury. The staff had been wonderful and eager to please without pushiness. It was much appreciated, as it gave room for my wife and I to enjoy each other's company at this perfectly peaceful property. The staff had been amazing from the beginning, at check-in, we had Rika-san, a lady with eyes that can smile, to help us check-in while we rest our feet at the lounge with tea, then guide us to our room while briefing us on all its amenities. The rooms were modern with accents of traditional Japanese designs to remind me of the locations' history. Details like the washroom walls that look like zen-gardens and overall wooden decor made my stay at the room one of the most relaxing experiences ever at any hotel. The French-Japanese wine-paired dinner at Suiyou was also our culinary highlight of our two-week vacation in Japan. In summary, after the two night stay, my wife had requested that we should come back to Shisui in the spring, summer and fall to experience all the seasons at this venue.
Kanko Hotel Tamaru
4.2/55 Reviews

Kanko Hotel Tamaru

Nara|0.54km from Todaiji
The hotel is very close to Nara Kintetsu Station and Nara Park Toda Temple is right next to it. It takes about5-10 minutes to walk. We are coming from Osaka, take JR to Nara Station and transfer to a taxi for 5 minutes. I think it is OK for 700 yen. Staying in one berth and two meals, dinner and breakfast are delicious ~ very satisfied with the meal! The check-in counter staff is not as kind and enthusiastic as other hot spring hotel staff... The only thing that feels bad is that although I forgot to inform the allergic food in advance (the counter said that I had to write to him three days in advance), I just asked him to remove it for me if he had it. I didn't ask him to hand over the dishes, but I was rejected. They were all on, telling me that I could choose not to eat. I was not very satisfied with this treatment, although he told me which dish was added shrimp... However, each of the women in the restaurant was very kind and enthusiastic. Since the counter told me that the meal could not be withdrawn, I asked the woman to tell me which dish had shrimp and I asked her to withdraw it, but the woman hurriedly apologized to me and said that I would make a new meal and then send it up. Although I said that I don’t have to bother you too much. I'm sorry...but they still kindly provide service, completely make up for the lack of reception staff at the counter, very satisfied with the meal. 4 stars for service to the restaurant staff! Plus, the hotel doesn't have an elevator... and carrying luggage at check-out is a disaster for me who lives on the 3rd floor.

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Nara Park

Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara
3.9/516 Reviews

Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara

Nara|0.65km from Nara Park
The historical significance of this venue must be highlighted to illustrate its uniqueness in Nara - We signed up for the complimentary tour of the hotel offered to hotel guests on certain mornings of the week and had the pleasure of having Ms. Sato, the director of marketing, introduce the story of Shisui and its past-life as the residence of the governor of Nara between 1922 to 2017, then as Shisui hotel with guest-rooms designed by renown architect Kengo Kuma. The emperor of Japan had stayed on property in post-war to sign the San Francisco treaty. Sato-san's thorough introduction in fluent-english had me realise a stay at this hotel is a unique experience in the way that it is beyond just luxury. The staff had been wonderful and eager to please without pushiness. It was much appreciated, as it gave room for my wife and I to enjoy each other's company at this perfectly peaceful property. The staff had been amazing from the beginning, at check-in, we had Rika-san, a lady with eyes that can smile, to help us check-in while we rest our feet at the lounge with tea, then guide us to our room while briefing us on all its amenities. The rooms were modern with accents of traditional Japanese designs to remind me of the locations' history. Details like the washroom walls that look like zen-gardens and overall wooden decor made my stay at the room one of the most relaxing experiences ever at any hotel. The French-Japanese wine-paired dinner at Suiyou was also our culinary highlight of our two-week vacation in Japan. In summary, after the two night stay, my wife had requested that we should come back to Shisui in the spring, summer and fall to experience all the seasons at this venue.

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Reviews for Nara Hotels

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Iroha Grand Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae
4.7/5123 Reviews
Close to shopping streets and stations, within walking distance to museums and Todaiji Temple. There are supermarkets, convenience stores, drugstores, coffee shops downstairs...it is very convenient for travel and dining. The room size is ideal, the facilities are complete, and the soft and hard furnishings are all online. The only dissatisfaction during my stay: there was no advance notice of the fire drill. I woke up to the alarm in the morning. The first playback was in Japanese, which was completely incomprehensible and very embarrassing. The Indian front desk receptionist upon check-in should remind guests that there will be a fire drill the next morning. Judging from the reactions of other guests, they must have known about this beforehand.
Hotel Neiraku
4.2/536 Reviews
The location of the area is very good. It is next to Ruocao Park. In addition to self-check-in, it makes people feel that the head is big. The test of English is good. The price and service match. Health is also OK.
Centurion Hotel Classic Nara Station
4.6/544 Reviews
The location of this hotel is really amazing, super close to JR Nara Station, almost an intersection. It is also close to the commercial street on the edge of JR. It is very convenient to eat, go shopping and travel. The hotel room is quite large and comfortable to live. Especially friendly to families with older children, there is no extra charge for children. Our family of three lived in a standard room, spacious and comfortable, and slept well. The foot bath on the first floor of the hotel is super comfortable and can relieve the fatigue of the day's journey.
Tenpyo Ryokan
4/514 Reviews
The location is right in the shopping street and also at the Kintetsu exit, it is only 15 minutes to go to the park. The staff is warm and courteous, the hot springs are fine but quiet enough. The hotel is old but tidy, there is no daily necessities except old towels, including a blow dryer in the hot spring area, and there is nothing towels lock. Of course, this price can't be too much, remember this is a hotel. I was impressed by the invincible location and courteous staff, I can't say whether I like it or not.
Guesthouse Naramachi
4.6/55 Reviews
Very traditional, very quiet, feel good hotel
Guesthouse Haru Kitamachi
3.7/53 Reviews
Clean and tidy. Japan is very clean. Good. Come to Japan. The place is a bit remote but there are small yellow cars available here, which is pretty good.

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Hotels Quick Overview

Highest PriceS$ 2,730
Lowest PriceS$ 30
Number of Reviews3,136
Number of Hotels402
Average Price (Weekdays)S$ 285
Average Price (Weekends)S$ 313

More about Nara

Book your hotel on Trip.com for an amazing travel experience. On Trip.com, it's easy to search for hotels in Nara. For trips in Nara, you can choose hotels around the city center or accommodations near popular attractions. In Nara, both areas with attractions and the city center are good places to stay.

Nara does not have civilian airport. You can fly into a nearby city and come here using another method of transportation.

There are 93 hotels in Nara with excellent service. Nara has high quality and low-priced hotels. You can spend one night at a nice hotel for only 121 SGD. There are 3 five-star hotels in Nara at an average price of 217 SGD per night. There are 8 four-star hotels in Nara at an average price of 247 SGD per night. There are 31 three-star hotels in Nara at an average price of 171 SGD per night. There are 31 two-star hotels in Nara at an average price of 75 SGD per night. There are many well-known chain hotels in Nara. If the comfort level of your trip is important, there are many choices in Nara, such as hotels under the Comfort Inn brand. In Nara, chain hotels such as Comfort Inn are one of the top choices among travelers. Nara Royal Hotel in Nara is a favorite among Trip.com users. Many tourists also stay at Super Hotel Lohas Jr Nara Eki.

If you stay at a hotel in downtown Nara, nearby attractions like Hokke-ji, Sabogawa, Suzakumon Gate can be your first stop. You can choose attractions in Nara that are perfect for a weekend getaway, such as Tsuge Mikumari Shrine, Yagyu-han Jinya Historic Park, Enjyouji. The most popular attractions for tourists in Nara are Todaiji, Kasuga Grand Shrine, Nara Park. With a developed commercial area, visitors can head to MaxValu, Yume-Kaze Plaza for a great shopping experience.

Average Temperature

• January to March: 8.09°C during the day, 3.14°C at night

• April to June: 20.89°C during the day, 15.28°C at night

• July to September: 28.17°C during the day, 23.43°C at night

• October to December: 14.22°C during the day, 9.28°C at night

Average seasonal Rainfall

• Spring: 72.03 cm

• Summer: 143.33 cm

• Autumn: 146.73 cm

• Winter: 76.6 cm

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