NARA Visitor Center and Inn
630-8361 Nara, Nara, Ikeno-cho 3, Japan – Excellent location - show map – Railway access
NARA Visitor Center and Inn
The Nara Visitor Center and Inn is situated in the heart of Nara, just a 3-minute walk from Kofuku-ji Temple and Naramachi. The Todai-ji Temple and Deer Park are a 10-minute stroll away, while Nara Station on the Kintetsu Line is a 7-minute walk. JR Nara Station is 14-minutes away on foot. All guest rooms feature air conditioning and heating, and are equipped with a fridge and flat-screen TV. Japanese samue nightwear are available to all staying guests. Some units come equipped with an en suite bathroom with a shower, while some Japanese-style rooms come with an en suite shower. Japanese-style rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. The property offers free WiFi access and a 24-hour front desk. Luggage storage is available. There is a public bath on site, where guests will find free toiletries and hairdryers. A coin launderette, a shared kitchen and free-use internet PCs are offered on site. The on-site tourist information desk offers information in English, Chinese and Korean. Services offered at the desk include transport and meal tickets at a discount, currency exchange, bike hire at a charge, cultural activities at an additional charge, such as Japanese calligraphy lessons, and tour arrangements. Some cultural activities such as origami folding are offered free of charge.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
Property highlights
Situated in the best rated area in Nara, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7
Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Guoning
Australia“Good location. Very supportive staff. Everything looks new. Also they have a big area next to the rooms for people to use phones and laptops.” - ВВлад
Russia“A nice cozy hotel is located in a great location: not far from the train station and next to the park.” - Albert
Hungary“Location is perfect, few minutes walk from the deer. Rooms are spacious compared to Japan, lots of restaurants nearby. Theres a hot bath in the hotel free of charge and also a common kitchen in case you want to cook!” - Arantxa
Belgium“The room views and hotel staff, including those animating free activities” 
David Australia“This is the third time I have stayed at this venue. The facilities, the Japanese style room, the staff and the proximity to shops, temples and parks are the reason I came and will come back to this venue.”
Nyen
Malaysia“Clean and nice Japanese style room. Easy access to food and attractions around Nara”- Englim
New Zealand“Location was excellent. The premier rooms were spacious, the Japanese style ones quite cramped. Clean and comfortable.” 
Fiona Australia“Great place to stay and explore Nara. Enjoyed Japanese style room. Staff were very helpful. Also enjoyed the Japanese bath and the end of a busy day.”
Anthony
Philippines“The Japanese room is great for family with little kids. The view to the park is great, Room is spacious and the japanese interiors and japanese jinbei pajamas felt authentic. Location is near the lake, and temples nearby, also its close to the...”- Nataliia
Poland“Friendly, hospitable and professional staff, safe and close to touristic attractions location, well curated and equipped room, comfortable futon, beautiful view, delicious tea. I could not ask for more:) Highly recommended to anyone looking for...”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few hours
Would like to ask if the inn is able to keep our luggage till late afternoon on the same day we checkout? Thank you!
we can store your luggage both prior to check-in and after check-out. If you have any questions or requests, please feel free to ask. We are looking..Answered on 14 January 2023hi does the superior room has a view to the lake?
Thank you very much for your comment. Regarding your inquiry, we have two types of room.*A room with a view of pagoda and a room with a view of the ci..Answered on 19 March 2023Good evening, is a baby crib available? Thank you!
Dear Anonymous, Thank you very much for your inquiry. Regarding your request for a baby bed. We can provide a baby item (Baby bathtub) or some types ..Answered on 22 November 2020Are there coin-operated washing/drying machines at the hotel?
Thank you for your inquiry. We have laundromat in the basement of our hotel. You need 300yen to operate the washing machine and 100yen for dryer (for ..Answered on 30 September 2023is there parking
Dear guest, Thank you for very much your inquiry. There is a overnight parking space just next to us. Naramachi Wakakusa parking space. The maximun ra..Answered on 6 April 2022Is there overnight parking nearby?
Dear guest Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, there is a overnight parking space just next to us. Naramachi Wakakusa parking space. The maximun rate per..Answered on 22 September 2021- Still looking?
Hotel surroundings
Facilities of NARA Visitor Center and InnGreat facilities! Review score, 9.2
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Terrace
- Shared kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Strollers
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Ironing service
- LaundryAdditional charge
- 24-hour front desk
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Minimarket on site
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Public Bath
- English
- Japanese
- Korean
- Chinese
House rulesNARA Visitor Center and Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!
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.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please contact the property directly for more details regarding the cultural activities offered to guests during their stay.
FAQs about NARA Visitor Center and Inn
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The prices at NARA Visitor Center and Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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NARA Visitor Center and Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Public Bath
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Yes, NARA Visitor Center and Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.
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NARA Visitor Center and Inn is 1.6 miles from the centre of Nara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at NARA Visitor Center and Inn is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Room options at NARA Visitor Center and Inn include:
- Triple
- Quadruple
- Family
