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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.

Marie

From

Norway

This felt like less of a hotel stay and more of an experience as a whole. If you are exploring Nara I would recommend taking at least a day to just enjoy this hotel stay. We were greeted by extremely friendly staff who helped us with every little thing, from taking our luggage to ordering a taxi for our departure. We were served luxurious meals for dinner and breakfast in our room, by staff who set our table and made our bed. The location was magical with beautiful nature and deers roaming around outside. They had an amazing natural hot spring bath as well. Would warmly recommend this place.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews

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US$441.62

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Tihana

From

Croatia

The place was absolutely beautiful, calm and relaxing atmosphere. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay amazing!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 374 reviews

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US$182.73

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Ebony

From

Singapore

Authentic and cosy ryokan experience. The host is a really nice lady who speaks good English and is a great cook. Breakfast was delicious! Futons was sooo comfortable that we had trouble getting out of. The kotatsu table was a nice and cosy addition as well! Wish we had a longer stay 🥰

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews

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US$159.73

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

beata

From

Hungary

Our room was well designed with the Japanese style, our bed was made for us after dinner. It was very comfortable. The staff was helpful and extremely friendly. Lovely time!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 773 reviews

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US$177.07

1 night, 2 adults

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Tsukihitei

Nara

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

Justin

From

Gibraltar

The hotel is absolutely beautiful, especially given its setting in the middle of the forest. The room itself was very spacious and exceptionally clean. The staff could not have been more kind and attentive, and the dinner that was provided was incredible. For those interested in seeing the deer, they can be found a short walk from the hotel (with some even found wandering just outside the grounds).

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews

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US$667.67

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Lucia

From

Italy

Very nice place! If you want to live the authentic experience, this is the right place! The personnel is very kind!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews

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US$202.41

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Meeshoo

From

Netherlands

We had a truly wonderful stay at the Ryokan, the staff were so lovely and accommodating. The place was so peaceful. We got a room with a private outdoor bath, and it was SO wonderful. The room was zen, and I was surprised how well we slept on the futon. We also got robes to wear, and slippers. We also had a private dinner and breakfast, which was quite a feast! It is very traditional Japanese food, some very fishy (if you like that). Everything was perfect. And, they also had a shuttle to and from the train station. Perfect!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 604 reviews

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US$307.13

1 night, 2 adults

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Nara Ryokan

Nara

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

Cody

From

United States

A great location to access all the sites of Nara - everything is a walkable distance. We enjoyed that the ryokan gave us a private time slot to use the on-site baths. Everything was incredibly clean. Staff was friendly and welcoming

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,182 reviews

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US$78.97

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Liam

From

Ireland

My room was fabulous, with my own onsen bath, on the balcony overlooking Nara's ancient imperial palace site. The staff excelled themselves with their helpfulness, and dinner was fantastic, despite my lack of chopsticks skills!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

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US$193.24

1 night, 2 adults

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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...

Gannotta

From

United States

Japanese style room with a personal onsen style tub was amazing. Onsen area is anlso incredible! This place is only a minute walk from the train station, and only another minute in the opposite direction to reach the park and deer.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 544 reviews

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US$290.96

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.

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