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Wakasa Annex, hotel in Nara

Wakasa Annex features an outdoor hot public bath and free WiFi. Other facilities include a 24-hour reception, drinks vending machines and free parking. Todai-ji Temple is only an 8-minute walk.

it went more than well.... I can't think of anything I do not like. If I come to Nara again , will definitely stay again.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
297 reviews
Price from
£167.09
1 night, 2 adults
Hotel New Wakasa, hotel in Nara

A 12-minute walk from the Kintetsu Nara Train Station, Hotel New Wakasa offers Japanese-style rooms with tatami (woven-straw) flooring.

The (japanese) breakfast was oustanding and the service was out of this world!
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
555 reviews
Price from
£205.94
1 night, 2 adults
Tsukihitei, hotel in Nara

Tsukihitei is located in the Kasugayama Primeval Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

A magical stay in the forest. Quiet and relaxing. Comfortable room for a family of 4. The hospitality was warm and welcoming and the food delightful and impeccably prepared. Well located for walking in the forest and to some temples and shrines. Short taxi ride into the heart of Nara.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
201 reviews
Price from
£479.47
1 night, 2 adults
Kotonoyado Musashino, hotel in Nara

Kotono yado Musashino offers accommodation in Nara, and is located a 11-minute drive from Nara Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line.

Excellent service, location, food and accommodation. Simply perfect.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
124 reviews
Price from
£448.34
1 night, 2 adults
Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast, hotel in Nara

Featuring 1-star accommodation, Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast is located in Nara, 2.1 km from Nara Station and 21 km from Iwafune Shrine.

Lovely owner, beautiful part of Nara and a wonderful Japanese breakfast!
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
147 reviews
Price from
£119.35
1 night, 2 adults
Tsubakiso, hotel in Nara

A 5-minute walk from Kintetsu-Nara Train Station, Tsubakiso is an 85-years old Japanese townhouse with a lovely garden and free Wi-Fi throughout.

This is the most divine place, central location but quite and easy to reach on foot with luggage. Breakfast was amazing. Host was so generous.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
£202.37
1 night, 2 adults
Ryokan Kousen Kazeya Group, hotel in Nara

Offering a shared lounge and city view, Ryokan Kousen Kazeya Group is situated in Nara, 1.8 km from Nara Station and 19 km from Iwafune Shrine.

Good location and very near to Nara park and Nara Museum.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
741 reviews
Price from
£90.81
1 night, 2 adults
Mikasa, hotel in Nara

A 10-minute drive from Kintetsu Nara Train Station on the hotel’s free shuttle, Mikasa offers open-air baths and a dining room with beautiful Nara views. On-site parking is free.

The location was great, very accessible via public transit as we took a train from Kyoto. The shuttle service provided by the hotel was efficient and the staff were friendly and accommodating. The meals provided (kaiseki dinner and breakfast) were also excellent! We booked a room with a private bath and it was spacious and comfortable. I also liked that the hotel provided a quick evening tour (free shuttle) to Wakakusayama Hill, which overlooks the city of Nara. While it was quite cloudy (we couldn't appreciate the stars in the sky) the view of the cityscape from the hill was breathtaking.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
387 reviews
Price from
£256.86
1 night, 2 adults
Daibutsukan, hotel in Nara

Daibutsukan is situated in Nara, 1.9 km from Nara Station, 19 km from Iwafune Shrine, as well as 23 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium.

We had a wonderful big room and enjoyed a wonderful bath in the evening. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Very authentic and comfy. Wonderful.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
125 reviews
Price from
£97.04
1 night, 2 adults
Ryokan Asukasou at the entrancne of Nara park, hotel in Nara

Featuring an open-air bath and views of quiet street, Ryokan Asukasou at the entrancne of Nara park is a recently renovated ryokan located in Nara, 1.8 km from Nara Station.

It was awesome experience. Location is great plus close to nice restaurant & family mart
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
172 reviews
Price from
£146.12
1 night, 2 adults
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Experience culture authentically with a stay at this traditional Japanese-style accommodation. Sleep on the floor (on a futon roll) in a room furnished with tatami flooring and sliding doors. Guests can often expect access to a communal bath plus a complimentary Japanese garment called a yukata.

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  • Tsubakiso
    Central location
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 7 reviews

    A 5-minute walk from Kintetsu-Nara Train Station, Tsubakiso is an 85-years old Japanese townhouse with a lovely garden and free Wi-Fi throughout.

    Authentic. True loving care. Esthetic. Great location

  • Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 147 reviews

    Featuring 1-star accommodation, Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast is located in Nara, 2.1 km from Nara Station and 21 km from Iwafune Shrine.

    Definitely the host and the traditionalist experience

  • Tsukihitei
    Central location
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 201 reviews

    Tsukihitei is located in the Kasugayama Primeval Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

    We loved the formality and the service of the food.

  • Kotonoyado Musashino
    Central location
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 124 reviews

    Kotono yado Musashino offers accommodation in Nara, and is located a 11-minute drive from Nara Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line.

    I loved everything about it. The food was exceptional.

  • Wakasa Annex
    Central location
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 297 reviews

    Wakasa Annex features an outdoor hot public bath and free WiFi. Other facilities include a 24-hour reception, drinks vending machines and free parking. Todai-ji Temple is only an 8-minute walk.

    everything about the place food and the experience

  • Hotel New Wakasa
    Central location
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 555 reviews

    A 12-minute walk from the Kintetsu Nara Train Station, Hotel New Wakasa offers Japanese-style rooms with tatami (woven-straw) flooring.

    Superb nice staff, very helpful. Lovely newly decorated room

  • Kasuga Hotel
    Central location
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 408 reviews

    A 2-minute walk from Kintetsu-Nara Station, a 5-minute taxi ride from JR Nara Train Station and a 5-minute walk from Kofuku-ji Temple, Kasuga Hotel features Japanese cuisine and beautiful hot public...

    Very nice hotel with great facilities and very friendly staff.

  • Ryokan Asukasou at the entrancne of Nara park
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 172 reviews

    Featuring an open-air bath and views of quiet street, Ryokan Asukasou at the entrancne of Nara park is a recently renovated ryokan located in Nara, 1.8 km from Nara Station.

    Gorgeous big rooms, lovely feel, delightful staff, great onsen

  • Mikasa
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 387 reviews

    A 10-minute drive from Kintetsu Nara Train Station on the hotel’s free shuttle, Mikasa offers open-air baths and a dining room with beautiful Nara views. On-site parking is free.

    Very luxury & spacious with good privacy for couple

  • Sarusawaike Yoshidaya
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 100 reviews

    Offering public baths, Sarusawaike Yoshidaya is situated in front of Sarusawa-ike Pond. Kofuku-ji Temple is just a 2-minute walk away. Free WiFi is available on site.

    La atención es muy buena y el lugar está súper bien ubicado !!

  • Nara Ryokan
    Central location
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 784 reviews

    Nara Ryokan is located in Nara, 19 km from Iwafune Shrine, 22 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium, as well as 23 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church.

    Everything was super good and the staff were really nice

  • Daibutsukan
    Central location
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 125 reviews

    Daibutsukan is situated in Nara, 1.9 km from Nara Station, 19 km from Iwafune Shrine, as well as 23 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium.

    Wonderful staff amazing breakfast, excellent location.

  • Nara Hakushikaso
    Central location
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 308 reviews

    Offering public baths, OYO旅館 奈良白鹿荘 Nara is just a 2-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Train Station. The air-conditioned rooms feature free Wi-Fi and a full private bathroom.

    Breakfast and onsen, room was big, traditional ryokan

  • Hotel Mimatsu
    Central location
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 8 reviews

    Featuring 2-star accommodation, Hotel Mimatsu is set in Nara, 1.1 km from Nara Station and 19 km from Iwafune Shrine. This ryokan offers free private parking, a lift and free WiFi.

  • Kanko Hotel Tamaru
    Central location
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5 reviews

    Kanko Hotel Tamaru is situated in Nara, 2.4 km from Nara Station, 19 km from Iwafune Shrine, as well as 23 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium.

  • Ryokan Kousen Kazeya Group
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 741 reviews

    Offering a shared lounge and city view, Ryokan Kousen Kazeya Group is situated in Nara, 1.8 km from Nara Station and 19 km from Iwafune Shrine.

    Staff, location, proximity to sites, restaurants, walks.

  • KAMENOI HOTEL Nara
    Central location
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 153 reviews

    Located in Nara, 4.1 km from Nara Station, KAMENOI HOTEL Nara provides accommodation with a spa and wellness centre, free private parking, an open-air bath and a garden.

    La chambre exceptionnelle avec le bain chaud privé.

  • Tenpyo Ryokan
    Central location
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 177 reviews

    Set within 1.7 km of Nara Station and 18 km of Iwafune Shrine in Nara, Tenpyo Ryokan offers accommodation with seating area.

    Great location to the main shopping street in Nara

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  • Avg. price/night: £80.95
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 741 reviews
    Friendly staff in a clean and quiet ryokan style hotel right next to Naramachi, central Nara, and the park. The rooms were nice with a tatami area as well as a little reading space next to the windows overlooking the pond.
    Daniel
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £108.45
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 308 reviews
    Extremely friendly staff, the kaiseki dinner was delicious with a lot of variety, same for the breakfast (opted for Japanese style). Everything was clean, the room was amazing, clean yukatas and haoris were provided daily, the futon beds were very comfortable. This Ryokan is very well located as it's very close to the Kintetsu-Nara train station (with direct trains to both Kyoto and Osaka) and the main streets while still in a very quiet area. Definitely recommend to anyone staying in Nara, either for just one night or for a few days!
    Miguel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £69.97
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 784 reviews
    Beautiful ryokan with English-speaking staff and a private-use onsen. Only a 10 minute walk from Kintetsu-Nara Station and close to Nara Park and located in a gorgeous part of town. Beds (futons) were very comfortable, free wifi, large room - I would stay here again if in Nara.
    Natalie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £171.24
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 408 reviews
    The onsen was amazing and the breakfast was one of the most unique experiences in Nara! Recommend if you want to live the Japanese experience having and amazing time in a tatami room, sleeping in a Futon and having an amazing view from an onsen ❤️
    Martínez Moroy
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £69.97
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 784 reviews
    This place was exactly what I was looking for. A quiet ryokan with a private tattoo-friendly onsen. My room was big and the futon was very comfy. I appreciated the complimentary water and a kettle to make tea. Everything was so good, thank you! I will definitely come back.
    Annarita
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £69.97
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 784 reviews
    The room was perfectly cleaned and was convenient and quiet, typical tatami floors and futon bed to sleep on. The area is quiet but very central and within walking distance to all major attractions. The staff was very helpful and polite and they accommodated all of my requests. The private onsen is amazing to have and I enjoyed it very much. Would highly recommend staying here!
    Eleni
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £80.95
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 741 reviews
    My son and I loved this ryokan. We had previously paid $300 per night at a ryonkan of similar standard in Kyoto and this was almost as much value for a much lower price. The room was huge. The location was the best we'd had during our stay as it is right near the food market and main part of town. The staff were so lovely. The Onsen was wonderful although I recommend getting there soon after 5pm when it is filled as it cools down quickly. The futons and pillows were too hard for us but that is just personal preference.
    Krista
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £68.50
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 177 reviews
    The Ryokan is literally 1min walk from the station, in a peatonal street full of shops. The personal was very kind and they were always trying to help. They took care of our luggage before the check in and after the check out. The room was amazing with tatami floor and they left a yukata for each gest. The Onsen was amazing and very relaxing. The breakfast was incredible, everything in the menu was amazing and very tasty. 100% recommended
    Elías
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £44.11
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,883 reviews
    - almost everything - this hotel is directly at the beginning of the nara deer park. deer are literaly just outside your window. - stunning view at koufuku-ji temple - onsen directly in the hotel - nice staff - wonderfull tradinional room with tatami, futons and yukata - spotlessly clean - price - I would stay here again and I regret that I stayed only one night. I really enjoyed the evening, part of which I spent in my room
    Lucia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £68.50
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 177 reviews
    Lovely spacious tatami room, very comfortable futon. Room did have ensuite bathroom, but we enjoyed the nice big hot shared baths available, much like going to a sento. Yukata were provided too. Teas and senbei in the room were very welcoming.
    Michi
    Family with young children

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