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Kotonoyado Musashino

Nara Park, Nara

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

L
Lou
From
Germany
Excellent service, location, food and accommodation. Simply perfect.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
US$462.33
1 night, 2 adults

Wakasa Annex

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.

E
Eve
From
United States
The annex is a part of the New Wakasa Hotel. All of it is so beautifully done. We stayed in a traditional Japanese style room with an attached onsen. It was perfect. The staff was incredibly helpful, nice and polite. They walked us to our room and explained all the amenities. We had a traditional Japanese dinner and breakfast included and the staff was so kind to explain every food to us. The staff were the stars of the show!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 356 reviews
Price from
US$191.30
1 night, 2 adults

Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast

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.

P
Patrick
From
Germany
Amazing! We hope to come back soon!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews
Price from
US$167.22
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel New Wakasa

Nara

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

G
Gabreniene
From
Lithuania
Very nice service, clean and comfortable, beautiful roof terrace
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 723 reviews
Price from
US$195.12
1 night, 2 adults

Tsukihitei

Nara

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

V
Valentina Ch
From
Romania
We were impressed by the location and the overall facilities and decor of the place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
Price from
US$698.97
1 night, 2 adults

Ryokan Asukasou at the entrancne of Nara park

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.

K
Kristina
From
Latvia
Amazing location and the staff and free drinks and snacks on the reception. The pools were peaceful and empty
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 337 reviews
Price from
US$211.90
1 night, 2 adults

Mikasa

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.

S
Samantha
From
Canada
Amazing stay and a highlight of our trip! The room with a private bath was luxurious yet simple, with an amazing view of Nara. The included seasonal dinner and breakfast was a wonderful way to try some new Japanese foods. The shuttle bus to and from Nara was a nice addition, and all staff were so kind and helpful. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to experience onsen and ryokan while in Japan!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 540 reviews
Price from
US$321.53
1 night, 2 adults

Nara Ryokan

Nara

1.5 km from Nara Station, Nara Ryokan is situated in Nara and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

S
Serene
From
Thailand
Lovely place to stay. We had a good time here. Nara is a nice town and hotel is so close to everything.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,077 reviews
Price from
US$93.51
1 night, 2 adults

KAMENOI HOTEL Nara

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.

G
Guillem
From
United States
Great place to enjoy kaiseki and onsens. We got the room with an in-room onsen too, which was great. Late at night we decided that we wanted to add a futon (instead of sleeping with the Western style beds) and they helped us with no problem.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews
Price from
US$212.38
1 night, 2 adults

Daibutsukan

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.

C
Chiara
From
Sweden
It’s an old style ryokan with fantastic location, sweet staff and beautiful rooms . We loved the breakfast (it was prepared catering for our dietary needs - thank you so much) and also we enjoyed the onsen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews
Price from
US$125.08
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.

Most booked ryokans in Nara and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 337 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 513 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 390 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,077 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 723 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 540 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these ryokans in Nara and nearby

  • Hotel Asyl Nara

    Nara
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 390 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from JR Nara Train Station and a 10-minute walk from Nara Park, Hotel Asyl Nara, which was awarded two red pavilions by the Michelin Guide 2013, offers free public baths, a...

    From US$99.33 per night
  • Hotel Mimatsu

    Nara
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Set in Nara and only 1.1 km from Nara Station, Hotel Mimatsu offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This 2-star ryokan offers a lift and luggage storage space.

  • Tsubakiso

    Nara
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 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.

    From US$287.62 per night
  • Tenpyo Ryokan

    Nara
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews

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

  • Nara Ryokan

    Nara
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,077 reviews

    1.5 km from Nara Station, Nara Ryokan is situated in Nara and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$132.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 953 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.

  • Daibutsukan

    Nara
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 161 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.

  • Kanko Hotel Tamaru

    Nara
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Kanko Hotel Tamaru is situated in Nara, 2.3 km from Nara Station, 19 km from Iwafune Shrine, and 23 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church.

Highly rated ryokans in Nara and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 179 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.

These ryokans in Nara and nearby have non-smoking options

  • Nara Park Hotel

    Nara
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

    Offering mountain views, Nara Park Hotel is an accommodation set in Nara, 5.4 km from Nara Station and 13 km from Iwafune Shrine.

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Ryokans that guests love in Nara

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 953 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.
    Guest review by
    Daniel
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 428 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!
    Guest review by
    Miguel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$132.51
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,077 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.
    Guest review by
    Natalie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$294.30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 513 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 ❤️
    Guest review by
    Martínez Moroy
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$132.51
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,077 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.
    Guest review by
    Annarita
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$132.51
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,077 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!
    Guest review by
    Eleni
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 953 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.
    Guest review by
    Krista
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 223 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
    Guest review by
    Elías
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 223 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.
    Guest review by
    Michi
    Family with young children