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Just a 2-minute walk from JR Nara Train Station, Smile Hotel Nara features air-conditioned rooms with free wired internet, an LCD TV and an electric kettle with green tea. Massages are offered for a fee. Rooms at Smile Hotel Nara have a simple contemporary style and include a fridge, a desk and an en suite bathroom with a bathtub and shower attachment. Slippers, nightwear and a hairdryer are provided. From Smile Hotel Nara, it's a 20-minute walk to Nara Park and Isuien Garden. Todai-ji Temple is a 30-minute walk. A coin launderette is on site, and the lobby has free-use internet PCs. Luggage can be held by the 24-hour front desk.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Nara, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.6

Private parking at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
8.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Hdayhs
    Japan Japan
    The price was very affordable for the very strategic location. It is within walking distance to the station. The room size was enough for one person. The room and the bathroom were comfortable. The view from the 11th floor was good as well.
  • Karin
    South Africa South Africa
    It was truly lovely with a great location. The staff was super helpful and very kind.
  • Elena
    Germany Germany
    All of it! Such a cheap price for this quality of hotel room. All amenities included, the room was clean, the bed was fresh, the shower has really good pressure and hot water, the staff is very friendly and speaks sufficient English, baggage...

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Smile Hotel Nara

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs ¥800 per day.
  • Parking garage
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Trouser press
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • 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

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

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

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 7 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

Please note that there will be no parking available onsite for cars, bikes or motorbikes until the end of March 2021. Guests can find paid public parking in the area.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Smile Hotel Nara 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 with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

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

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), 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.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Smile Hotel Nara

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

    • Massage

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

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

  • The prices at Smile Hotel Nara 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 Smile Hotel Nara include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single

  • Smile Hotel Nara is 0.9 miles from the centre of Nara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.