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Reviews of NIKKO stay house ARAI - Vacation STAY 14994v

321-1412 Tochigi, Nikko, Towacho 68-5 NIKKO stay house ARAI, Japan

#6 of 25 B&Bs and Inns in Nikko

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 70 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free WiFi

    9.7

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  • Reviewed: 26 September 2024

    10
    Excellent!!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thank you, Mariko for a wonderful stay! We stayed her for one night night and Mariko’s exceptional hospitality was very much present from start to finish. Everything is very clean and well thought out. We received a complimentary breakfast which was delicious and little gifts she did make herself which we very much appreciated. I would recommend staying here to anyone visiting the Nikko area as great stay and super convenient location. The host also takes time to talk you through all attractions with handy maps being available, which tickets to buy and buses to take. Thank you again, Mariko for everything you did for us - such a pleasure meeting such a hospitable and kind person!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostess was amazing , made us breakfasts even tho we didn’t pay for it and gave us handmade gifts!!! She took us to the train station with her car and was so so nice

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2024

    10
    Helpful Hosts with great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The Hosts were so nice and helpful. Drive us to the restaurant and help us call them for reservation.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The futon beds, they are a bit hard, but we knew that in advance.

    Feels like a homestay at a very friendly and helpful couple. They do everything to make your stay at Nikko good. I definately recommend.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owner was such a lovely person, she went through the sightseeing of Nikko and showed us the house. The room was typical Japanese style with futon. She was so kind and prepared and offered a delicious breakfast, she also gave us an origami as fortune gift

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    10
    Best budget spot in Nikko
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night

    Such incredibly kind management. The woman who works there is a treasure.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2024

    9.0
    The owner is super friendly and cooperative.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I could not think of anything to improve.

    The owner is the most friendly and helpful Japanese woman we've ever met. She provides you with all the information to make your stay as comfortable as possible. She is a real sweetheart.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    10
    I already know where to stay next time, I highly recommend it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything, the room it's spacious, you have everything you need the room it's exactly like the photo. It's near to the train station and it's has two supermarkets near by. And a delicious Japanese breakfast before heading out. The host she is very attentive to us, very friendly. We enjoyed being in her home.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    10
    Memorable beyond expectations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The host was the best! She prepared a delicious breakfast when it was not in the plan, and sent us to the station upon checkout. Loved the little gifts she got us too!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    True japanese experience and hospitality
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owner is very friendly and helpful. She showed us places where we could eat and gave us a map with the bus timetable. Rooms are spacious, beds are comfy. I think it was my best sleep in any hotel I have ever stayed in. There is also an electric heater under the futon, if you need one. Just like other reviewers mentioned, In the morning we were given a breakfast that was not included in the price. It contained meat, bread, multiple vegetables and fruits. Again, the best breakfast I ever had.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    A greta base for walking and exploring around Nikko.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Mariko is so generous and friendly - the rooms are comfy and clean and close walk to the supermarket and trains. She even made us breakfast that we turned into out own EkiBen; I'd been missing fresh fruit on our trip and we had a piece of everything. Thank you Mariko san!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Amazing place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host was so lovely. She made us breakfast even though it wasn’t included, made us presents, explained us about the area, and even suggested to drive us to train when we left. The room was very clean and nice.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    8.0
    Warm welcome, great hospitality, good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night

    Share bathroom . restroom

    Healthy Breakfast, great host's hospitality

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    The nicest owner ever
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    The location is really convenient: in Nikko’s centre and near the station. The room and house had everything needed. The best thing about this house is the owner: this incredible lady. She is the sweetest and most generous person. Her husband and she cooked us delicious breakfast. She tried her best to always help us.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    10
    very simple infrastructure but the incredible hospitality of the owner makes the place extraordinary
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the hospitality of the owner - extraordinary

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    10
    Excellent stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host was so friendly and helpful. she drove us in her car to the train station to pick up bus passes and made us an amazing breakfast! wonderful hospitality. I would definitely recommend staying here!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    10
    Perfect experience in Nikko
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect. Amazing experience. Perfect location, the house was very clean and comfortable and the breakfast was delicious Thank you so much

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Host is very nice. Location is near bus stop and jr train station. Big room is so much clean. Overall of this place is very good.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    10
    If I come to visit Nikko Will come to stay next time. The owner is kind and lovely. The house is clean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very good

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    9.0
    You feel like part of the family in a cosy home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a shared kitchen but I really like to have tea-making facilities in my room 🙂

    Host friendliness and hospitality

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2023

    9.0
    A very pleasant, cozy and hospitable stay. It has been memorable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host was very hospitable and friendly. Made us breakfast in the morning even though it wasn't in the price. She dropped us to the station as well. Very sweet host.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    10
    Lovely stay in Nikko Arai
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sleeping quarters on level 2. Lugging heavy bags up / down the stairs. But I guess it will be the same in other houses too. Sorry this is not a complaint. Just what we did hv a bit of a challenge to do.

    A great experience to stay in a Japanese abode. Owners are friendly and very helpful. She prepared breakfast daily for us even though it's not in the contract. We are Muslims, and she clarified what we will not consume. She also helped us with brochures on places of interests. Very friendly and location is convenient.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great friendly staff, clean room and sheets. helped us alot finding things to do around.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    10
    Friendly owner made us felt like home
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is only one bathroom and need to queue to shower when all guests are back.

    It is a Japanese traditional house homestay with tatami which located only 5 mins walk from the train station. We got a big room as there were 4 of us. The room is spacious which is sufficient to open all of our luggages. The owner Mariko-san is very friendly as she took good care of us. She drove us to the bridge and prepared different types of breakfast for 2 days. She also gave us souvenirs which made by herself. We felt like home throughout our stay.

    Stayed in November 2023

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