Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Nara Hotel

The century old Nara Hotel features classic Japanese architecture and elegant rooms with free WiFi. Located on Nara Park’s beautiful hills, it overlooks the ancient capital’s historic sites. The cosy rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and warm colours. They come with an LCD TV with satellite channels, a minibar and a bathrobe. From Nara Hotel, the center of Nara Park is a 10-minute walk, Isuien Garden is a 15-minute walk and Todai-ji Temple is a 20-minute walk. Nara Station is a 10-minute bus ride away and connects to Kyoto in 45 minutes, while Kansai Airport is a 100-minute bus ride. Guests can explore the ancient city with Hotel Nara’s rental bicycles. They can browse in the hotel’s gift shop. French cuisine can be enjoyed in a mixture of classic Japanese and French décor at dining room Mikasa, while Restaurant Hanagiku serves seasonal Japanese dishes. Freshly baked pastry and park views are offered at the Tea Lounge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Nara, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

Breakfast info

American

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Andrew
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely old school hotel with old world charm within and easy walk of everything Nara has to offer. Staff exceptional.
  • Thomas
    Mexico Mexico
    The staff at Nara Hotel offers a level of service that has disappeared from most more modern hotels. As we were climbing the hill pulling our bags behind us, one of the support personnel saw us and immediately came to our assistance. Inside...
  • Christel
    France France
    Beautiful traditional hotel. The rooms are large. Nice breakfast (no buffet but plenty served directly at your table). Very polite and attentive staff. Shuttle service to the train stations. Direct access to the city from the grounds.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • メインダイニングルーム「三笠」
    • Cuisine
      French
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional

Facilities of Nara Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Nara Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

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.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 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

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
¥2,420 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

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

Japanese-style room cannot accommodate an extra bed.

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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.

FAQs about Nara Hotel

  • Check-in at Nara Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Guests staying at Nara Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • American

  • The prices at Nara Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Nara Hotel include:

    • Triple
    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Twin/Double

  • Nara Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Bicycle rental

  • Yes, Nara Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Nara Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • メインダイニングルーム「三笠」

  • Nara Hotel is 1.7 miles from the centre of Nara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.