THE 10 BEST Hotels in Nara 2024
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#1 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
Conveniently located near JR Nara Station, this hotel offers clean, comfortable rooms, diverse breakfast buffet, and reasonable prices. Features French bakery and souvenir shops onsite.
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Joseph C
@josephcC3316SD
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2023
5 star experience at an elegant hotel with an old world feel. Highly recommended!
"The service is top notch, the beds were the most comfortable I’ve experienced in Japan, and our room was large and very quiet (as requested)."
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#2 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
Charming hotel with modernized heritage wing, attentive staff, and excellent breakfast area. Close to popular attractions, offers local recommendations.
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Ryokan
Tracey B
@traceybN9217WW
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024
classic traditional experience
"Our stay here was the highlight of our 3 week trip to Japan. It was a traditional ryokan with a beautiful onsen, fabulous views over the forest and city and wonderful friendly hospitality. The presentation of the..."
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#3 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Onsen Ryokan
#4 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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dje582016
@dje582016
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2022
Good Value. Close to Nara JR train station
"If you want more space and access to a view / bigger window - I think you would need to book a superior room."
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#5 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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#6 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Maximilian
@maximilian1988
Reviewed on May 29, 2023
Nara Royal Hotel - A Blend of Charm and Comfort
"A stay at the Nara Royal Hotel brings a delightful mix of comfort and hospitality. Although the hotel shows signs of age, it exudes an old-world charm that many will find endearing. Rooms are clean, and the overall..."
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#7 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Ryokan
christopher G
@T5063MEchristopherg
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2019
A fabulous ryokan
"What a wonderful ryokan! Our hosts were so warm, friendly, accommodating and helpful! The area is terrific for exploring and full of good restaurants and attractions. Easy walk to particularly beautiful gardens..."
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#8 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Onsen Hotel
Ahteeqah
@Ahteeqah
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2023
Great Hotel, will come again
"The location is exactly just beside Nara train station which was ideal. There is an onsen in the hotel itself with free coffee in the morning and bar service in the evening. You have access to different kind of..."
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#9 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Alan W
@W6944BEalanw
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2023
A welcoming staff and very enjoyable experience at JW Marriott Nara.
"The welcoming by the staff, the amazing room, with a bath."
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#10 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
Charming hotel offering exceptional service, spacious and elegantly decorated rooms. Top-notch spa and executive lounge facilities. Culinary experiences highly praised. Prime location near attractions and transport.
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Martina1888
@Martina1888
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
Comfort Hotel Nara
"The breakfast was good (loved the sweet potato and oatmeal smoothie) and the room was clean and comfortable."
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#11 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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#12 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Inn
Kevin G
@L95HRkeving
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2021
Piazza Hotel Nara, the place to stay
"Comfortable room with all amenities."
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#13 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Ryokan
KMW
@KMWick
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2023
Serene beautiful hotel with top quality service and amenities
"We had a great stay at Hotel New Wakasa.
From the time of check in the staff could not have been more helpful. Even by the high standards of Japanese hotels they were courteous and keen to help with sightseeing..."
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#14 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Glomared
@Glomared
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2019
Cheap price, good enough hotel
"Very close to JR train station and walking distance to the shrines. Hotel is small simple Japanese hotel with basic rooms and a simple breakfast. Nara is a charming city unbombed during the war with nice shops..."
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#15 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Daydream53554116453
@Daydream53554116453
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2024
Excellent hotel in perfect location
"This was an incredible Ryokan, the staff were so friendly and helpful. The location was perfect, really close to the station and park and just around the corner from the market. The onsen was gorgeous and so..."
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#16 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Ryokan
#17 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Steven G
@Steven G
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2018
Typical Toyoko by a rail station
"Location in a very lively area around Nara's Kintetsu private rail station, with lots of (mostly tourist-oriented) shopping on your doorstep and Nara's famous deer park nearby. I would have still preferred the more..."
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#18 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Small Hotel
Jay-Daniel Macey
@jay-danielmacey
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024
Fresh Bread And A Great Location
"I spent one night in a King Room at the Bakery Hotel in March 2023. The service and my room were excellent, and the toast for breakfast looked and tasted amazing. There's nothing better than waking up to the smell..."
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#19 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Onsen Ryokan
costas
@costapak
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2024
Outstanding experience
"We had an outstanding experience at Asukasou. The staff gave us a warm welcome and took us on a tour of the room, which was equipped with a variety of gadgets and traditional outfits. The terrace had a stunning..."
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#20 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Japanese Guest House
Pali Aha
@Pali A
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2020
BEST DEAL in a HISTORIC RICE GRANARY
"1. HISTORIC: building's a rice merchant's home. The dorm is in the rice granary.
2. LOCATION: on the outer edge of historic Nara.
3. CAPSULES are custom built. Solid.
4. WiFi is a little weak..
5. Hot water..."
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#21 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Japanese Guest House
Francis M
@Francis M
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2020
Pleasant and convenient
"Stayed here three nights in a private room and was very comfortable. The en-suite room was a modest size (which is to be expected in Japan) but well appointed, only niggle was that the toilet was close to the..."
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#22 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Luc
@LucenElles
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2019
Good hotel, good value
"Good hotel in a great location, close to the park, shops and restaurants. JR station at approx. 20 minutes walk. Compact room with good bed and good shower. Extensive and tasty breakfast. Spacious lobby with free..."
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#23 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Small Hotel
johnbwill
@johnbwill
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2023
A memory to last a lifetime
"HUGE room .. with a sunken tatami lounge area and a super hot Onsen tub on the veranda, overlooking a small bamboo forest."
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#24 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Nigel R
@Nigel R
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2018
Basic hotel in a convenient location, but......
"The welcome when I arrived was friendly, but the room I was allocated had dirty dishes and smelled of cigarette smoke. To be fair I was quickly allocated another room that was fine.
Facilities are basic, and..."
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#25 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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Japanese Guest House
Lyndon C
@Lyndon C
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2019
Nice Clean Hotel - Comfortable experience
"Stayed three nights here in Nara (Nara is so beautiful). The hotel is incredibly close to the first few temples of Nara. Literally a 3 minute walk and you’re surrounded by Deer and a temple.
Hotel was..."
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#26 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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laststation45
@laststation45
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2019
Interior has seen better days long time ago
"I give them 3 stars just for a wonderful Japanese breakfast and hard-working staff. Breakfast time is from 7 to 9 and you are to take off the shoes and walk to buffé and your table in your socks. The room smells..."
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#27 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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#28 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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#29 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
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LastMinuteLarry
@LastMinuteLarry
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2013
Mixed Views
"TA reviews for the Allamanda are varied, this review reflects what we experienced on our stay. OK so the hotel is a short taxi ride from the Kintetsu station costing Y1200, but we knew that at the time of booking..."
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#30 Best Value of 177 places to stay in Nara
Nara Hotels Information
Hotels in Nara | 177 |
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Hotels Prices From | $24 |
Hotels Reviews | 8,952 |
Hotels Photos | 9,894 |
Travel high season | Sep - Nov |
Travel low season | Jun - Aug |
High season avg price | $199 |
Low season avg price | $158 |
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Dec - Feb
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$170
$57$466
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19 in85 in
Mar - May
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$169
$57$466
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Jun - Aug
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$158
LOWEST
$57$466
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74in
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19 in85 in
Sep - Nov
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$222
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$57$466
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55in
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Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Nara. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.
Hotels near the sights
- Todai-ji TempleRead more
- Nara ParkRead more
- Nara Visitor Center & InnNARA Visitor Center & Inn is located in the midst of Nara. Right on the edge of Sarusawa Pond, the location offers wonderful views of the changing seasons. NARA Visitor Center & Inn provides tourists visiting Nara a great place to relax and interact along with the opportunity to discover and experience the city’s cultural and sightseeing riches. We provide with variety of cultural activities from 10 am - 5 pm everydayRead more
- Kasuga Grand ShrineRead more
- Nigatsu-do TempleRead more
- Toshodai-ji TempleRead more
- Isuien GardenRead more
- Kofuku-ji TempleRead more
- Yakushi-ji TempleRead more
- Nara National MuseumRead more
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nara hotels
- Kotonoyado Musashino, Kankaso, and Tsukihitei are some of the most popular hotels for travelers looking to stay near Nara Park. See the full list: Hotels near Nara Park.
- Popular hotels close to Todai-ji Temple include Mikasa, Nara Hotel, and Hotel New Wakasa. See the full list: Hotels near Todai-ji Temple.
- Popular luxury hotels in Nara include JW Marriott Hotel Nara, Nara Hotel, and Kotonoyado Musashino. See the full list: Nara Luxury Hotels.
- Popular hotels close to Itami Airport include Osaka Air Terminal Hotel, Toyoko Inn Osaka Itami Airport, and Green Rich Hotel Osaka Airport. See the full list: Hotels near Itami Airport.
- A few of the most popular hotels near Kasuga Grand Shrine are Kotonoyado Musashino, Kankaso, and Tsukihitei. See the full list: Hotels near Kasuga Grand Shrine.
- Popular cheap hotels in Nara include Super Hotel Lohas JR Nara Eki, Comfort Hotel NARA, and Nara Royal Hotel. See the full list: Cheap Hotels in Nara.
- JW Marriott Hotel Nara, Super Hotel Lohas JR Nara Eki, and Onyado Nono Nara have a spa and received excellent reviews from travelers in Nara. See the full list: Nara Spa Resorts.
- Mikasa, Onyado Nono Nara, and Comfort Hotel NARA all received great reviews from families traveling in Nara. See the full list: Nara Family Hotels.
- Mikasa, Nara Hotel, and Hotel New Wakasa received great reviews from travelers looking for a romantic hotel in Nara. See the full list: Romantic Hotels in Nara.
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