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Kotonoyado Musashino

Nara Park, Nara

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

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Anchana
From
Thailand
All staff are very tentative, friendly, and so welcoming. The property is situated close to the park within a walking distance and up on the hill, so you get a good view of a sunset. The food was beautifully plated, all the dishes taste very good and you can tell that it’s from attention to details.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
$451.32
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.

S
Sofia
From
Spain
Super welcoming place. We were mesmerized by the decor and the facilities. We wish we could have stayed more nights!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews
Price from
$186.75
1 night, 2 adults

Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast

Nara

Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast offers accommodations in Nara, 1.3 miles from Nara Station and 13 miles from Iwafune Shrine.

M
Mariam
From
United Kingdom
Staying at Hotobil was one of my favorite parts of our whole trip to Japan - and the food was straight up the BEST (and we ate a lot of great meals out there). The location is super easy to access, just a minute away from the main tourist-friendly loop bus through town, in a quiet residential neighborhood - as soon as we stepped through the door, we felt at home, like we were visiting family, not a hotel. Our host is the nicest, most helpful lady, and the best cook. She was also so fast responding to our questions! My dad and I are both fish-ambivalent vegetarians and we made a last-minute request for breakfast (pictured! yes all that just for breakfast!) as well as dinner just a few days before we got there and as I said, they were the two best meals we had all trip. We stayed in the Japanese style tatami room, which was beautiful and almost absurdly spacious for two, with super comfy mattresses and fluffy pillows and duvets. It was enchanting, and we wished we were staying a second night (and yes, there's more than enough to see in Nara for two days).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
Price from
$163.24
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.

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Annaliese
From
United Kingdom
Really friendly, welcoming staff with good English, welcomed us with tea, showed us to our rooms and advised us about the local areas. Cypress room private onsen was incredible, we booked this in advance (around £25 for an hour) at sunset and had incredible views. One of my favourite onsen experiences of the trip. Public onsen spaces are also nice with multiple baths. Really close to the Nara parks and can easily walk into town for food.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 765 reviews
Price from
$180.96
1 night, 2 adults

Tsukihitei

Nara

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

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stefano
From
Germany
Not to miss. A true gem in the forest of Nara. Secluded and so so peaceful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
Price from
$682.34
1 night, 2 adults

Ryokan Asukasou at the entrancne of Nara park

Nara

Ryokan Asukasou at the entrancne of Nara park is a recently renovated ryokan in Nara where guests can make the most of its open-air bath and shared lounge. A public bath is available for guests.

K
Kayla
From
Canada
Loved everything about it especially the option for a private onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
Price from
$206.86
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.

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Selina
From
Spain
This was the best hotel I've ever stayed in, the experience was amazing and the staff were incredibly attentive. If you want a Ryokan experience with a delicious traditional Japanese breakfast and dinner, plus onsen. Then do yourself a favour and treat yourself to Mikasa, it was truly the best part of our trip in Japan. I highly recommend paying the extra bit to get a room with the private onsen bath it was heavenly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 594 reviews
Price from
$313.88
1 night, 2 adults

Nara Ryokan

Nara

Nara Ryokan offers accommodations in Nara, a 18-minute walk from Nara Station and 12 miles from Iwafune Shrine.

M
Madlin
From
France
Everything was absolutely perfect ! The room was clean and very confortable. The Onsen and the massage chairs were perfect ! Would totally recommend !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,163 reviews
Price from
$80.71
1 night, 2 adults

KAMENOI HOTEL Nara

Nara

KAMENOI HOTEL Nara provides a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 2.5 miles of Nara Station and 9.4 miles of Iwafune Shrine.

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Aurora
From
United States
The in-room onsen was INCREDIBLE. So convenient, relaxing, and truly healing. I liked that you could open the window for a cool breeze. The service was also very kind and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Price from
$197.49
1 night, 2 adults

Kasuga Hotel

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...

K
KojiHunter
From
Australia
Great location near Nara deer Park and todaiji temple staff were super friendly and helpful they helped forward our baggage to the next hotel filled out our forms and everything.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 538 reviews
Price from
$297.36
1 night, 2 adults
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Experience culture authentically with a stay at these traditional Japanese-style accommodations. 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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 443 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 972 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 538 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 594 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 765 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,163 reviews

Highly rated ryokans in Nara and nearby

Hotel Mimatsu

Nara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Hotel Mimatsu offers accommodations in Nara, a 13-minute walk from Nara Station and 12 miles from Iwafune Shrine. This ryokan offers free private parking, an elevator, and free Wifi.

From $129.29 per night

Tsubakiso

Nara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 22 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 $280.77 per night

Nara Hakushikaso

Nara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 443 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 972 reviews

Ryokan Kousen Kazeya Group enjoys a location in Nara, 1.1 miles from Nara Station and 12 miles from Iwafune Shrine.

Sarusawaike Yoshidaya

Nara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews

Offering public baths, Sarusawaike Yoshidaya is located in front of Sarusawa-ike Pond. Kofuku-ji Temple is just a 2-minute walk away. Free WiFi is available on site.

Daibutsukan

Nara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

Daibutsukan is located in Nara, just 1.2 miles from Nara Station and 12 miles from Iwafune Shrine.

From $129.29 per night

Kotonoyado Musashino

Nara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews

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

These ryokans in Nara and nearby have non-smoking options

Tenpyo Ryokan

Nara
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews

Tenpyo Ryokan offers accommodations in Nara, 1.1 miles from Nara Station and 11 miles from Iwafune Shrine.

Kanko Hotel Tamaru

Nara
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Kanko Hotel Tamaru offers accommodations in Nara, 1.5 miles from Nara Station and 12 miles from Iwafune Shrine.

Nara Park Hotel

Nara
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

Nara Park Hotel enjoys a location in Nara, 3.4 miles from Nara Station and 8.1 miles from Iwafune Shrine.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 972 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, 443 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,163 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.
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Natalie
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $316.03
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 538 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
Travelers with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,163 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 traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,163 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 traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 972 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, 231 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, 231 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