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Yuzan Guesthouse

Nara

Located in Nara and with Nara Station reachable within 1.3 km, Yuzan Guesthouse provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

E
Emma
From
Japan
A wonderful wonderful guest house. The female dorm was really clean and beautiful, and great value for money. The staff were so kind at check-in and also breakfast time/check out. I really want to go back soon. A really great surprise was the breakfast: it was freshly cooked and such good value for money! I really recommend! It was a great way to start my day before visiting Nara Park and hiking around the Primeval Forest.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,199 reviews
Price from
US$51.80
1 night, 2 adults

Nara IROHA

Nara

Nara IROHA is set in Nara, 23 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium, 24 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church, as well as 24 km from Shijonawate City Museum of History and Folklore.

A
Adelaide
From
United Kingdom
This was by far my favourite stay of my Japan trip. Not only was the guest house absolutely stunning and tastefully furnished, within very close proximity to the deer park, I was welcomed so warmly and it really felt like home for the night I was there. This is more than just a guest house- this is a beautiful place to bring people from all around the world together.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$155.41
1 night, 2 adults

宿坊 れんじょう寺 奈良 Temple Stay Renjoji Nara

Nara

Situated in Nara and only 2 km from Nara Station, 宿坊 れんじょう寺 奈良 Temple Stay Renjoji Nara features accommodation with inner courtyard views, free WiFi and free private parking.

L
Lindy
From
Australia
What an incredibly special stay, and Noriko and her mother were amazing hosts. They were so welcoming and we appreciated all the special touches they added to this place. The traditional house is perfect - we loved it and were excited when we got home to spend more time in it! The morning prayer and breakfast is a beautiful memory we have, thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
Price from
US$135.98
1 night, 2 adults

Terrace Kyobate (Vacation house in Nara)

Nara

Offering a terrace and inner courtyard view, Terrace Kyobate (Vacation house in Nara) is located in Nara, 21 km from Iwafune Shrine and 23 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium.

D
Dominique
From
Japan
I was very fortunate that there were no other guests staying in the house and I had the whole space to myself, very spacious and comfortable, and the hostess Kyoko was so friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend this place, close to Nara Deer Park.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
Price from
US$198.14
1 night, 2 adults

THE KAKU Exclusive suite & Residence

Nara

A recently renovated guest house situated in Nara, THE KAKU Exclusive suite & Residence features an open-air bath. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

S
Stephen
From
Switzerland
A typical Japanese house inside a maze of streets filled with shops, bars and restaurants. All the important sights of Nara can be comfortably reached on foot. The house was spacious and had everything you might need for a memorable stay including efficient AC units during the hot summer. Although there were only two of us the house will comfortably sleep up to six people. Two showers and toilets.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$1,282.09
1 night, 2 adults

Nara Guesthouse 3F

Nara

Offering quiet street views, Nara Guesthouse 3F is an accommodation located in Nara, 1.6 km from Nara Station and 18 km from Iwafune Shrine.

R
Rony
From
United States
Nara Guesthouse was very accommodating to us and our needs. When we needed to drop off our luggage a bit earlier in the morning, they allowed us to! The space is also very large and I would totally recommend booking out the entire guesthouse for larger groups. I loved how the location was so close to everything you can imagine.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Price from
US$209.47
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Nara Komachi

Hotel in Nara

Set within 500 metres of Nara Station and 18 km of Iwafune Shrine, Guesthouse Nara Komachi features rooms in Nara.

J
Jessica
From
China
Perfect for us for a 2-night stay. The owner is so warm and the rental bikes made everything we wanted to see easily accessible!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,331 reviews
Price from
US$42.63
1 night, 2 adults

Comfy Stay Sarusawaike

Nara

Set in Nara, 1.6 km from Nara Station, Comfy Stay Sarusawaike offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. It is situated 19 km from Iwafune Shrine and features full-day security.

A
Anca
From
Spain
Everything was perfect. The checkin, luggage storage, route suggestion from the staff, great selection of champus and conditioners, free tea, coffee and a microwave - all available in the common area. Extremely clean and comfortable beds. Great showers! And I paid very little for the amount of luxury I got - thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 405 reviews
Price from
US$69.24
1 night, 2 adults

仔鹿 kojika

Nara

仔鹿 kojika, a property with a garden, is located in Nara, 1.6 km from Nara Station, 20 km from Iwafune Shrine, as well as 23 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium.

T
Tung
From
Czech Republic
There was a small private garden inside. The room was clean and tidy. Futon was comfortable. Kitchen was well equipped with cutlery and microwave. There were shops around. Nara park was walkable distance away.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews
Price from
US$57.63
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Yoshikawa

Nara

Situated in Nara, 1.4 km from Nara Station and 17 km from Iwafune Shrine, Guesthouse Yoshikawa provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.

G
Gitta
From
Netherlands
Good location, very comfortable, spacious and clean stay (with a nice message chair :D) What I liked most about this guesthouse are the owners. They are very lovely people!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
Price from
US$64.75
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 465 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 564 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,226 reviews

Save money on guest houses in Nara and nearby – budget options available

Guesthouse法華寺Yoshikawa

Nara
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

Situated 2.7 km from Nara Station, 16 km from Iwafune Shrine and 20 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium, Guesthouse法華寺Yoshikawa provides accommodation set in Nara.

From US$58.28 per night

Hotel Base Nara

Nara
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews

Situated in Nara, Hotel Base Nara is a recently renovated accommodation, 1.2 km from Nara Station and 18 km from Iwafune Shrine.

HARUYA Naramachi

Nara
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,226 reviews

Situated in Nara, a 15-minute walk from Kofuku-ji, HARUYA Naramachi offers a 100-year-old traditional Japanese-style townhouse. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

From US$58.28 per night

natomi宿

Heguri
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

8.9 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium, natomi宿 is located in Heguri and provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

From US$104.25 per night

Nara Guesthouse Kaede

Nara
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Nara Guesthouse Kaede is located in Nara. A hot tub is available for guests.

Nara Guesthouse 3F

Nara
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

Offering quiet street views, Nara Guesthouse 3F is an accommodation located in Nara, 1.6 km from Nara Station and 18 km from Iwafune Shrine.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 564 reviews

Mini inn Nara - Naramachi historic district - 外国人予約限定 is set in Nara, a 5-minute walk from Kofuku-ji Teample. The property is located within 2.5 km of Todai-ji Temple and 2.7 km of Kasuga Taisha.

Dormitory Omitsu

Nara
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Offering city views, Dormitory Omitsu is an accommodation located in Nara, 1.5 km from Nara Station and 19 km from Iwafune Shrine.

Highly rated guest houses in Nara and nearby

Mori ノ Guesthouse

Tenri
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

Located in Tenri, 11 km from Nara Station, Mori ノ Guesthouse provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. It is set 26 km from Iwafune Shrine and offers a shared kitchen.

From US$49.86 per night

Guesthouse Tamura

Nara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 465 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Guesthouse Tamura is situated in Nara, 1.7 km from Nara Station and 19 km from Iwafune Shrine.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Offering a terrace and inner courtyard view, Terrace Kyobate (Vacation house in Nara) is located in Nara, 21 km from Iwafune Shrine and 23 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium.

From US$228.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

Situated in Nara and only 2 km from Nara Station, 宿坊 れんじょう寺 奈良 Temple Stay Renjoji Nara features accommodation with inner courtyard views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Nara IROHA

Nara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Nara IROHA is set in Nara, 23 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium, 24 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church, as well as 24 km from Shijonawate City Museum of History and Folklore.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

Guesthouse Haru Kitamachi in Nara provides accommodation with free WiFi, 3.1 km from Nara Station, 20 km from Iwafune Shrine and 23 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium.

Niwamori_org

Nara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Offering free bikes and garden view, Niwamori_org is situated in Nara, 22 km from Iwafune Shrine and 25 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium.

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Situated 20 km from Iwafune Shrine, 22 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium and 23 km from Nozaki Kannon Shrine, Guest House Aoi - Vacation STAY 19905 features accommodation located in...

Located 20 km from Iwafune Shrine, 22 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium and 23 km from Nozaki Kannon Shrine, Guest House Aoi - Vacation STAY 20031 provides accommodation situated in...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Situated 20 km from Iwafune Shrine, 22 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium and 23 km from Nozaki Kannon Shrine, Guest House Aoi - Vacation STAY 20033 features accommodation located in...

Guest House Aoi - Vacation STAY 20032 is set in Mitsugarasuchō, 20 km from Iwafune Shrine, 22 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium, as well as 23 km from Nozaki Kannon Shrine.

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Avg. price/night: US$58.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
The place was well located, close to Nara park and the train station but tucked away on a quiet street. The beds were huge and comfortable, very clean and it felt like home. I only stayed one night but wish I stayed longer. Yoko is one of the warmest and friendliest hosts I’ve had, she shared stories with me about her experiences owning a guest house, she made everyone feel very welcome, and she shared her tofu with me in the morning. My most wholesome stay in Japan by far.
Guest review by
Sam
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$58.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Yoko the owner is the best! She welcomed me so warmly with tea and a snack and introduced me to all the guest! She gave me a small tour and really made me feel welcome. The guesthouse is really beautiful traditional style with really comfortable beds with spacious rooms. The guesthouse is also in a great location, but at the same time quiet and peaceful, it's a shame I could only stay one night. I look forward to staying here again one day. Thank you Yoko! - Andrew
Guest review by
Andrew
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$47.92
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 685 reviews
Great location near temples right in the park. Quiet, friendly, clean place. Not fancy but comfortable as a hostel should be:) Very cheap for such place. Sweet stuff.
Guest review by
Vero
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 465 reviews
Very well located next to the park. Quiet and small garden all around the house. Our host was very attentionnate. Excellent japanese breakfast. Very cheap for sleeping in a very nice neighborhood. Free bikes. We loved cycling around the small old streets of Naramachi, which is as nice as old Kyoto and lest touristic.
Guest review by
Laurent
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$58.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews
We loved the tatami room and the futons were very comfortable. The guest house was in a great location, on a quiet street but within walking distance of all the major sites and shopping areas. The breakfast was delicious and great value.
Guest review by
Catherine
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
A very charming guesthouse, ideally located 5min walk from the JR station (Kyobate). From Nara station, it takes around 20min walk to get there. The host was amazing, so helpful and nice, giving his advice on the places to go out for dinner, public baths, etc. He helped us to send our luggage to our next step location, and we are so grateful he did. Thank you so much for this great stay, we strongly recommend this place to stay ! :)
Guest review by
Hoang Yen
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$45.46
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
An exceptionally clean and well-kept guesthouse in a quiet street with some shops and restaurants, still within walking distance of the park, city centre and the railway stations. There is a shared common space with TV, microwave oven, refrigerator and free coffee and tea as well as various information brochures about Nara in several languages. The owner takes care of the house herself and is incredibly nice and helpful. I enjoyed my stay here a lot!
Guest review by
Moritz
Solo traveller