Perched atop a hill overlooking the cityscape of Nara, ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama is just a brief 15-minute shuttle ride from JR Nara Station. Featuring an on-site restaurant, guests can indulge in traditional breakfast and dinner offerings. Additionally, guests can unwind in the rooftop open-air bath. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, complimentary green tea, and a private bathroom with slippers. Some rooms offer views of the cityscape. Advance reservation is required for shuttle service from Nara Station, and complimentary parking is available. Nara Park and Kasugataisha Shrine are a 10-minute drive away, while Todaiji Temple and the Nara National Museum are reachable within 7 minutes by car. During your stay, relax in the large communal bath or enjoy activities such as night views and stargazing tours at the summit of Mount Wakakusa, hiking, and even firewood chopping experiences. The hotel offers set menu breakfast and Japanese course dinner options for guests to enjoy.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available at the hotel

Open-air bath, ​Public Bath


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 extra-large double beds
and
1 sofa bed
2 extra-large double beds
2 extra-large double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
10
High score for Nara
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alvin
    Singapore Singapore
    The paranomic view and the exquisite Kaiseki Dimner
  • Lauren
    Australia Australia
    We treated ourselves to a night here in the middle of our Japan trip. Was a fantastic choice. The staff were terrific and the room was super comfortable with a great view. The meals were awesome and lots of attention to detail. We slept very well....
  • Viktoria
    Canada Canada
    The views from the hotel were phenomenal. The food was absolutely delishious, and roof top bath was fantastic. The staff were perfect. Thank you for a fantastic stay, we wished we were staying longer.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • TERRACE WAKAKUSAYAMA
    • Cuisine
      Japanese
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS-
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Full body massage
  • Public Bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 18:30

Check-out

From 07:30 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 18:30 and 21:30

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Shuttle service to and from Nara Station is available from 14:30 to 18:30. To use the property's free shuttle, please make a reservation in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Guests arriving after check-in hours must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Please note staffs are not available after 21:00.

Please inform ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests must check in by 18:00:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

FAQs about ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS-

  • ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- is 2.4 miles from the centre of Nara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- include:

    • Twin
    • Quadruple
    • Double
    • Suite

  • The prices at ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- has 1 restaurant:

    • TERRACE WAKAKUSAYAMA

  • ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Open-air bath
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Public Bath
    • Cooking class
    • Full body massage

  • Check-in at ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.