When you visit Japan it may be good to start from some of the oldest places full of different historical treasures and natural beauties. One of those places is Nara, and if you decide to go there, you can choose to stay in one of the numerous hotels offering great service and accommodation.
1. Nara Hotel
From Kansai International Airport you can take a bus straight to this charming hotel located next to the wonderful Nara park. Set on the top of a hill it offers a great view of the historical places in the city. There are two wings of Nara hotel, the new one and the old one, and both are amazing. But if you stay in the old wing, you will have a feeling of going back in time. You will enjoy just to look around the hotel which itself is full of history. The rooms are spacious with high ceilings and beautiful wooden furniture, and they offer amazing views of the breathtaking surroundings. The staff is incredibly polite and hospitable.
Information
- Name: Nara Hotel
- Address: 1096 Takabatake-cho, Nara 630-8301, Nara Prefecture
- Amenities: Air Conditioning, Bar, Free Chapel, Gift Shop, Meeting Facilities
- Internet Access: Yes
2. Hotel New Wakasa
If you stay in New Wakasa, you will have finest ryokan experience. It is perfectly located close to the greatest attractions such as Todai-ji Temple, Kofuku-ji and Shin-Yakushi-ji. You will be amazed by the staff who will inform you about all the routes to attractions and offer a superb service. The rooms in the hotel are well-equipped, spacious and clean, and with en-suite bathrooms. The hotel offers a nice restaurant with diverse and enjoyable Japanese cuisine.
Information
- Name: Hotel New Wakasa
- Address: 1 Kitahandahigashi-machi, Nara, Japan
- Amenities: Air Conditioning, Parking, Heating, Meeting Facilities
- Internet Access: Yes
3. Noborioji Hotel
This wonderful hotel offers luxurious accommodation in spacious air-conditioned rooms with comfortable beds, modern en suite bathrooms and other amenities. The hotel restaurant offers French cuisine and for breakfast, you can choose between the Japanese and American one. There is a nice bar in the hotel where you can sit and enjoy your drinks. The hotel’s great location, near Nara park just a short walk away from the spectacular historical attractions and its incredibly helpful and attentive staff make this place one of the most popular with tourists.
Information
- Name: Noborioji Hotel
- Address: 630-8213 Nara, Nara, Noborioji-cho 40-1, Japan
- Pets: Not Allowed
- Amenities: Fitness Center, Bar, Restaurant, Parking
- Internet Access: Yes
4. Kasuga Hotel
Just a short drive from JR Nara Train Station close to Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara Park, there is this great hotel with big, comfortable Japanese and Western style rooms with en suite bathrooms. Japanese rooms have a tatami floor and futon bedding, and all rooms have free Wi-Fi and LCD TVs. Kasuga Hotel features Japanese cuisine offering delicious and creative meals. After visiting the historical sites, you can enjoy some time in various outdoor or indoor baths, or just have a cup of coffee or your favorite tea at the Coffee Shop. You will certainly have a great experience here and you will want to come back again.
Information
- Name: Kasuga Hotel
- Address: 630-8213 Nara, Nara, Noborioji-cho 40, Japan
- Pets: Not Allowed
- Amenities: Free Parking, Family Rooms, Restaurant, Meeting Facilities
- Internet Access: Yes
5. Mikasa Hotel
If you are looking for a peaceful and quiet hotel with a view of beautiful Nara, this is the perfect place to stay. Enjoy your time in Japanese style clean and spacious rooms all well-furnished and with flat-screen TVs and en suite bathrooms. Some rooms have private outdoor onsens and throughout the hotel there are a few public hot spring baths. You will love the stunning views from the lobby lounge on the third floor. The hotel’s resturants offer varied traditional Japanese cuisine with the dishes prepared with fresh ingredients from the surrounding area. Enjoy the peaceful walks along the paths through Kasugayama Primeval Forest and your stay in this beautiful hotel.
Information
- Name: Mikasa Hotel
- Address: 630-8202 Nara, Nara, Kawakami-cho 728, Japan
- Pets: Not Allowed
- Amenities: Parking, Meeting Facilities, Gift Shop
- Internet Access: Yes
6. Heijo Hotel
You can get to this typical traditional Japanese ryokan from the JR Nara Train Station on the free shuttle and enjoy the wonderful hilltop views. The rooms are extremely clean and spacious, air-conditioned and with LCD TVs. You sleep on a tatami floor in traditional Japanese futon bedding. All rooms have en suite bathrooms. The hotel features a pool and hot public baths for you to relax in the way Japanese do. The food in the hotel is delicious and you can enjoy in-room dinner. Try some of the regional specialties made from fresh seasonal ingredients. The property is just a short drive away from all the wonderful historical sites.
Information
- Name: Heijo Hotel
- Address: 630-8202 Nara, Nara, Kawakami-cho 728, Japan
- Pets: Not Allowed
- Amenities: Free Parking, Outdoor Pool, Gift Shop, Meeting Facilities
- Internet Access: No
7. Koto-No-Yado Musashino
Perfectly located for you to walk around the numerous sights and temples, this hotel offers lovely clean rooms with tatami mats. All the rooms are pretty big and tastefully furnished with their own bathrooms and private balconies overlooking the peaceful garden. The hotel features some modern hot baths for you to relax after exploring Nara’s treasures. You can enjoy a plentiful breakfast and dinner served at the hotel by extremely friendly staff. Whatever your purpose of visit, this ryokan is an excellent choice to stay in Nara.
Information
- Name: Kotono Yado Musashino
- Address: 630-8212 Nara, Nara, Kasugano-cho 90, Japan
- Pets: Not Allowed
- Amenities: Public Bath, Free Bikes, Free Parking, Family Rooms
- Internet Access: Yes
Wherever you choose to stay, you are sure to have the best service and time. Just relax and enjoy all the beauties this marvelous place has to offer.
Have a good trip and travel!
