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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.

Location
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
470 reviews
Price from
£262.42
per night
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.

The staff was very kind and helpful and the meals were really tasty and beautifully presented ! The room and the Ryokan were splendid and the position is wonderful ! It was an experience that I'll never forget !
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
116 reviews
Price from
£469.42
per night
Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast, hotel in Nara

The picturesque Japanese-style guest house Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast is centrally located in Nara, 10 minutes by taxi from JR Nara Station.

The room was huge, with everything necessary (bathroom, shower, laundry room, even a small kitchenette). The place is in a very cute, residential area. The owner is an incredible cook who made among the best food we've ever eaten. She's also very welcoming and kind! Incredible stay :)
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
122 reviews
Price from
£119.53
per night
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.

We were very happy with our stay at Mikasa Ryokan. Our Japanese-style mansion was very nice and clean, and the food offered a uniquely interesting experience. The staff were amazing and extremely helpful. It was a pleasant stay
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
309 reviews
Price from
£280.89
per night
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.

Great amenities and super friendly staff
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
279 reviews
Price from
£174.95
per night
KAMENOI HOTEL Nara, hotel in Nara

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.

In an excellent location with a nice view and in a tranquil area. The Onsen is great. However, if you have tattoos, you must have them covered before getting in. I would have used the Onsen at least 3-4 times but because of this rule, I only did it once.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
110 reviews
Price from
£144.25
per night
Kasuga Hotel, hotel in Nara

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 comfortable Clean and nicely designed
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
313 reviews
Price from
£179.29
per night
Nara Hakushikaso, hotel in Nara

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.

Good location, good breakfast.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
265 reviews
Price from
£113.55
per night
Tenpyo Ryokan, hotel in Nara

Tenpyo Ryokan offers free WiFi in all areas and Japanese-style accommodations with a spacious public bath.

The friendly service and the fact that it also had a restaurant part which served A5 meat. As well as the fact that smoking inside the room was not allowed but instead in a dedicated area.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
151 reviews
Price from
£71.72
per night
Nara Ryokan, hotel in Nara

Located 19 km from Iwafune Shrine, 22 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium and 23 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church, Nara Ryokan provides accommodation set in Nara.

The location is good. close to the park
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
635 reviews
Price from
£82.86
per night
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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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  • Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 122 reviews

    The picturesque Japanese-style guest house Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast is centrally located in Nara, 10 minutes by taxi from JR Nara Station.

    Breakfast was delicious and the room was very comfortable.

  • Kotonoyado Musashino
    Central location
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 116 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.

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

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

    We loved the formality and the service of the food.

  • Tsubakiso
    Central location
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 4 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.

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

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

    Beautiful ryokan with amazing staff and great view!

  • Kasuga Hotel
    Central location
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 312 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.

  • Wakasa Annex
    Central location
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 279 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.

    Staff were so friendly and kind. We loved it here.

  • Daibutsukan
    Central location
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 84 reviews

    Built in the Taisho era, Daibutsukan is located in front of the Five-Storey Pagoda at Nara's Kofuku-ji Temple. It offers a large public bath, free parking on site and free Wi-Fi in public areas.

    Wonderful staff amazing breakfast, excellent location.

  • Mikasa
    Central location
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 309 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.

    The service was fantastic and the staff were so friendly.

  • Ryokan Asukasou at the entrancne of Nara park
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 123 reviews

    Featuring relaxing massages and public baths, Ryokan Asukasou at the entrancne of Nara park is just a 3-minute walk from Nara’s Kofuku Temple.

    It was very close to Nara Park and all of the temples

  • Sarusawaike Yoshidaya
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 84 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.

    Super lage und es war sauber und bequem würde wieder gehen

  • Kanko Hotel Tamaru
    Central location
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 4 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.

  • Nara Hakushikaso
    Central location
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 265 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

  • Nara Ryokan
    Central location
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 635 reviews

    Located 19 km from Iwafune Shrine, 22 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium and 23 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church, Nara Ryokan provides accommodation set in Nara.

    All the amenities, great distance from the township & clean room.

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

    Just a 5-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Train Station and a 6-minute walk from Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Ryokan Kosen Kazeya Group offers free WiFi at the lobby and traditional Japanese-style rooms with...

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

  • KAMENOI HOTEL Nara
    Central location
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 110 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.

    Great location and friendly staff. Free parking on site.

  • Hotel Mimatsu
    Central location
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 7 reviews

    Hotel Mimatsu is an 8-minute walk from the Kintetsu Nara Train Station, and a 13-minute walk from the JR Nara Train Station. Japanese-style rooms with a flat-screen TV are featured.

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

    Tenpyo Ryokan offers free WiFi in all areas and Japanese-style accommodations with a spacious public bath.

    Great location to the main shopping street in Nara

  • Nara Park Hotel
    Central location
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 67 reviews

    Boasting a hot spring bath, Nara Park Hotel offers Japanese-style rooms fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring.

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Ryokans that guests love in Nara

  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 657 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
  • Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 265 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: £88.67
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 635 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: £274.91
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 312 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: £88.67
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 635 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: £88.67
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 635 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
  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 657 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
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 151 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
  • Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,678 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
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 151 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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