We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Nara, Japan. We have also included accommodation in holiday homes, guest houses, villas, apartments, historic buildings and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated December 2023.
Ryokan.Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. Tsukihitei is located in the Kasugayama Primeval Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Each guest room has a Japanese-style decor and offer panoramic forest views, traditional tatami (woven-straw) floors, and shoji paper screens. All guest rooms are equipped with Japanese-style futon beds. The rooms have an en suite bathroom. Kasuga Taisha Shrine is 400 metres away from the property. Todaiji Temple is about a 10-minute walk away. Kintetsu Nara Train Station and JR Nara Train Station are both less than a 10-minute drive away. Japanese-style breakfast and a set meal course dinners are prepared by the Japanese chef using seasonal specialities.Show full description
I rate this as the most beautiful, relaxing and romantic ryokan in Nara. It also has beautiful surroundings. WOW!
Ryokan.Highly elegant. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Kotono yado Musashino offers accommodation in Nara, and is located a 11-minute drive from Nara Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Every room includes a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. Rooms include a shared bathroom. For your comfort, you will find slippers and a hair dryer. There is luggage storage space at the property. The ryokan also offers free use of bicycles. Kofuku-ji is 1.1 km from Musashino, while Kasuga Taisha is 300 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 39 km from the property.Show full description
Villa.Charming. Lovely surroundings. 肖舎 Shoya, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Nara, 18 km from Iwafune Shrine, 21 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium, as well as 22 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.5 km from Nara Station. The villa is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with quiet street views. The air-conditioned unit at the property features a bath and a dressing room. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests at the villa will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nara, like hiking. The villa complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Shijonawate City Museum of History and Folklore is 23 km from 肖舎 Shoya, while Aeon Mall Shijonawate is 24 km from the property. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 53 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I think this is one of the most CHARMING villas in Nara.
Luxury Hotel.Historic property. Great location. Popular among women. The century old Nara Hotel features classic Japanese architecture and elegant rooms with free WiFi. Located on Nara Park’s beautiful hills, it overlooks the ancient capital’s historic sites. The cosy rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and warm colours. They come with an LCD TV with satellite channels, a minibar and a bathrobe. From Nara Hotel, the center of Nara Park is a 10-minute walk, Isuien Garden is a 15-minute walk and Todai-ji Temple is a 20-minute walk. Nara Station is a 10-minute bus ride away and connects to Kyoto in 45 minutes, while Kansai Airport is a 100-minute bus ride. Guests can explore the ancient city with Hotel Nara’s rental bicycles. They can browse in the hotel’s gift shop. French cuisine can be enjoyed in a mixture of classic Japanese and French décor at dining room Mikasa, while Restaurant Hanagiku serves seasonal Japanese dishes. Freshly baked pastry and park views are offered at the Tea Lounge.Show full description
This might be one of the most HISTORIC luxury hotels in Nara. It also has a great location and an amazing hotel bar!
Boutique hotel.Hip. Great views. Popular among couples. Perched atop a hill overlooking the cityscape of Nara, ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama is just a brief 15-minute shuttle ride from JR Nara Station. Featuring an on-site restaurant, guests can indulge in traditional breakfast and dinner offerings. Additionally, guests can unwind in the rooftop open-air bath. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, complimentary green tea, and a private bathroom with slippers. Some rooms offer views of the cityscape. Advance reservation is required for shuttle service from Nara Station, and complimentary parking is available. Nara Park and Kasugataisha Shrine are a 10-minute drive away, while Todaiji Temple and the Nara National Museum are reachable within 7 minutes by car. During your stay, relax in the large communal bath or enjoy activities such as night views and stargazing tours at the summit of Mount Wakakusa, hiking, and even firewood chopping experiences. The hotel offers set menu breakfast and Japanese course dinner options for guests to enjoy.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the coolest, most creative and cosy boutique hotels in Nara! It also has outstanding views. WOW!
Ryokan.Lovely property. Superb interior design. 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. Soundproof rooms feature a serene interior with a tatami (woven-straw) floor, low furniture and shoji paper screens. Amenities include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge and toiletries. Guests sleep in Japanese futon bedding, and the rooms come with an all-wooden bathroom. Luggage storage is offered before and after check-in/check-out. English maps for exploring the area are available, and the property staff organises free tours guided in English for staying guests. Annex Wakasa serves Japanese cuisine for breakfast and dinner at the dining area. Dinner is a traditional kaiseki multi-course meal featuring seasonal dishes. The hotel is an 8-minute walk from Japanese garden Isui-en, and a 15-minute walk from Nara Park. Nara Train Station is a 12-minute walk, while Kansai Airport is 80 minutes by bus.Show full description
Holiday Home. Situated just 18 km from Iwafune Shrine, 徐宅 features accommodation in Nara with access to free bikes, a garden, as well as full-day security. This holiday home provides free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.9 km from Nara Station. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and bathrobes. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The property offers city views. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church is 22 km from the holiday home, while Shijonawate City Museum of History and Folklore is 23 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 55 km from 徐宅.Show full description
Holiday Home. Situated in Nara, 18 km from Iwafune Shrine and 21 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium, Yuzan Apartment Sanjo - Vacation STAY 07524v offers air conditioning. The property is around 22 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church, 23 km from Shijonawate City Museum of History and Folklore and 24 km from Aeon Mall Shijonawate. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 53 km from Yuzan Apartment Sanjo - Vacation STAY 07524v. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Nara Station is less than 1 km away. The spacious holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a microwave, a fridge, a washing machine, a stovetop and kitchenware. The accommodation is non-smoking. Suehiro Park is 26 km from the holiday home, while Nozaki Kannon Shrine is 26 km from the property.Show full description
Villa.Newly opened, November 2023. Located in Nara, 1.8 km from Nara Station and 19 km from Iwafune Shrine, naramachiの宿 provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. The property is around 24 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church, 24 km from Shijonawate City Museum of History and Folklore and 26 km from Aeon Mall Shijonawate. The property is non-smoking and is set 23 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium. The villa is located on the ground floor and is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, a microwave, a washing machine, a fridge and a stovetop. Guests can also relax in the garden. Suehiro Park is 27 km from the villa, while Nozaki Kannon Shrine is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 54 km from naramachiの宿.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, October 2023. A recently renovated apartment located in Nara, Walk to Nara Park-Nara's Timeless Stay features a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.9 km from Nara Station. The spacious apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. Iwafune Shrine is 20 km from the apartment, while Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium is 23 km away. There is a children's playground and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The accommodation is non-smoking. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 54 km from Walk to Nara Park-Nara's Timeless Stay.Show full description
Guest House. Located in Nara, 20 km from Iwafune Shrine and 24 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium, NARAigoto EENA HOUSE offers a garden and air conditioning. Housed in a building dating from 2019, this guest house is 25 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church and 25 km from Shijonawate City Museum of History and Folklore. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Nara Station is 1.9 km away. The kitchenette comes with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. The accommodation is non-smoking. Aeon Mall Shijonawate is 26 km from the guest house, while Suehiro Park is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 55 km from NARAigoto EENA HOUSE.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Popular among couples. SETRE Naramachi セトレ ならまち features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Nara. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.9 km from Nara Station. At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, guest rooms at SETRE Naramachi セトレ ならまち have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms include a balcony. At the accommodation each room comes with bed linen and towels. Iwafune Shrine is 19 km from SETRE Naramachi セトレ ならまち, while Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium is 23 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 54 km from the hotel.Show full description
Located in Nara, 1.1 km from Nara Station, NIPPONIA HOTEL NARA NARAMACHI provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. Located around 22 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium, the hotel with free WiFi is also 23 km away from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church. The property is allergy-free and is set 19 km from Iwafune Shrine. All units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At NIPPONIA HOTEL NARA NARAMACHI each room is equipped with air conditioning and a safety deposit box. Shijonawate City Museum of History and Folklore is 23 km from the accommodation, while Aeon Mall Shijonawate is 25 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 53 km from NIPPONIA HOTEL NARA NARAMACHI.Show full description
Opened December 2022. Set in Nara, 2.2 km from Nara Station, Fufu Nara offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features a hot tub and room service. The units at the hotel come with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. Fufu Nara provides certain units with garden views, and each room has a coffee machine. At the accommodation all rooms come with bed linen and towels. Speaking English, Japanese and Chinese at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area. Iwafune Shrine is 20 km from Fufu Nara, while Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium is 23 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 55 km from the hotel.Show full description
Holiday Home. Situated 19 km from Iwafune Shrine, 23 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium and 24 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church, Nara Park Blue Sky features accommodation located in Nara. This holiday home offers free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.6 km from Nara Station. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 3 bedrooms, 3 living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and slippers. A flat-screen TV with streaming services is offered. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Shijonawate City Museum of History and Folklore is 24 km from the holiday home, while Aeon Mall Shijonawate is 26 km from the property. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 54 km from Nara Park Blue Sky.Show full description
Resort.Newly opened, August 2023. Located in Nara, within 26 km of Nara Station and 44 km of Iwafune Shrine, GLAMPING GATE 奈良 provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 48 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church, 48 km from Shijonawate City Museum of History and Folklore and 50 km from Aeon Mall Shijonawate. The property is non-smoking and is set 46 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium. At the resort, every room is equipped with a balcony. All units will provide guests with a fridge. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 80 km from GLAMPING GATE 奈良.Show full description
Guest House. Set in Nara, 4.7 km from Nara Station and 22 km from Iwafune Shrine, Niwamori_org offers free bikes and air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The accommodation features full-day security and a concierge service for guests. With free WiFi, this guest house offers a satellite flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and toaster. Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. This guest house is non-smoking and soundproof. Guests at the guest house can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. Guests at Niwamori_org will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nara, like hiking. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium is 25 km from the accommodation, while Suehiro Park is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 54 km from Niwamori_org.Show full description
Ryokan.Lively. Great value. 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. Rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) flooring, a flat-screen TV and private bathroom. Guests can choose a room with Western beds or a room with Japanese futons. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature pleasant woodwork. Fresh green tea and cable TV are on offer. The hotel is about a 10-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Train Station and 1.5 km from JR Nara Train Station. Todai-ji Temple is a 20-minute walk. Bicycles can be rented. A reservable family bath is available for a fee, and guests can enjoy singing karaoke. Free Wi-Fi is provided in the lobby. A Japanese multi-course (kaiseki) dinner is served at Kachomon Restaurant, or in the Japanese-style guest rooms. Guests in the Western-style rooms can choose to upgrade their dinner to include tempra and charcoal grill dishes at an extra charge. The hotel has a coffee lounge on the first floor.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most lively and stylish ryokan in Nara.
Opened March 2023. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Nara Ryokan - Vacation STAY 49528v is set in Nara, 1.5 km from Nara Station and 19 km from Iwafune Shrine. The property is around 22 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium, 23 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church and 23 km from Shijonawate City Museum of History and Folklore. Aeon Mall Shijonawate is 25 km away and Suehiro Park is 27 km from the hotel. The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a TV. The shared bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All guest rooms at Nara Ryokan - Vacation STAY 49528v feature air conditioning and a desk. Nozaki Kannon Shrine is 27 km from the accommodation, while Kayashima Shrine is 27 km from the property. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 54 km from Nara Ryokan - Vacation STAY 49528v.Show full description
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