Girls' trip to Nara! 6 recommended hotels and ryokan with excellent value for money, perfect for girls who love to travel
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Nara is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan. There are many things to see, such as World Heritage sites and temples and shrines! If you want to do a lot of sightseeing, it's best to stay at a nice place. And if it's affordable, that's even better. Here we've put together a list of great hotels and ryokan that will get any girl excited! Use it as a reference for your trip.
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Nara is one of Japan's leading tourist destinations. It is also a popular area for foreigners, with many World Heritage Sites. There are also many shrines and temples, and you can experience the charm of this ancient capital that is different from Kyoto. If you go to Nara, you'll want to stay at a nice place, right? We will introduce a carefully selected list of hotels and ryokan in Nara that we recommend for such people.
The first hotel we would like to introduce is Hotel Hanakoji, which is conveniently located just a one-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station and a 12-minute walk from JR Nara Station. It is within walking distance of Nara Park and Nara Town, making it a very convenient hotel for sightseeing. In addition to single and twin rooms, the hotel also offers Japanese-Western style rooms, making it a great choice for both solo travelers and group travelers.
The hotel has a modern and stylish atmosphere. The front desk is open 24 hours a day, so you can feel at ease. Although it is a compact hotel, it has a restaurant, so you can have breakfast and dinner in the hotel.
The hotel is located right next to the shopping street, so there are not only restaurants but also souvenir shops and drugstores, making it very convenient for shopping. The hotel is set back a little from the street, so the surrounding area is quiet. This is a hotel where you can relax and unwind after your trip.
Detailed information
Hotel Hanakoji
Nara / Nara / City hotels
- address
- Nara 23 Konishi-cho, Nara City
- access
- 1 minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station Exit 4! 12 minutes walk from JR Nara Station, located on Konishi Sakura Street
Next up is Super Hotel LOHAS JR Nara Station, which, as its name suggests, is directly connected to the east exit of JR Nara Station, making it a convenient location for travel and sightseeing. It's close to the station, so even if you're coming from far away, you can check in without worrying about travel time or hassle, which is a nice feature.
This hotel has a large public bath, which is perfect for relaxing after a long day of sightseeing. There are three types of rooms: single, twin, and double, plus a super room with an extra bed. This hotel is perfect for solo travelers or girls' trips with friends. There are convenience stores and ATMs in front of the station, and a restaurant district is right nearby.
Breakfast is a buffet. You can enjoy both Japanese and Western food, but the food is mostly organic, which is great for health-conscious women. You can also enjoy Nara's local rice, tea porridge, so you can enjoy the best of Nara from the morning. The hotel is clean and you can rest in peace.
Detailed information
Super Hotel Premier JR Nara Station
Nara / Nara / Business Hotel
- address
- Nara 1-2 Sanjo Honmachi, Nara City
- access
- ■ Directly connected to JR Nara Station East Exit ■ 41 minutes to Osaka Station by Yamatoji Rapid Service / 44 minutes to JR Kyoto Station
The next hotel we will introduce is AB Hotel Nara, which is also close to the station. It is located right next to JR Nara Station and has excellent access. The hotel itself is relatively new and clean, so we recommend it for a comfortable stay. The rooms are simple and without any unnecessary things, and have a luxurious feel, so you can enjoy more value than you would expect for the price.
There is also a large public bath where you can relax after traveling or sightseeing, so you can prepare for the next day. For those who want to take a bath in their own room, we also recommend a type with a separate toilet and bath. This will help you avoid crowded bathrooms in the morning when traveling with friends.
Breakfast is a free buffet. There is a daily menu, so you won't get bored even if you stay for several nights. Eat well and enjoy sightseeing to your heart's content.
Detailed information
AB Hotel Nara
Nara / Nara / Business Hotel
- address
- Nara 4-30 Sanjo Honmachi, Nara City
- access
- 2 minutes walk from JR Nara Station, 14 minutes from Kintetsu Nara Station
Next up is Piazza Hotel Nara, which is conveniently located just a minute's walk from JR Nara Station. As it is a new hotel that recently opened, the rooms are very clean and tidy, allowing you to stay in a relaxed atmosphere. There is a convenience store next to the hotel, so you can go shopping without getting wet even if it rains.
There are a wide variety of guest rooms, so you can use them for a variety of occasions. All the rooms are modern and clean, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. The Japanese series rooms are particularly noteworthy. They are Japanese-style rooms, but they come with beds, so you can fully experience the atmosphere of the ancient city of Nara.
Of course, there is a restaurant in the hotel, but the hotel is also proud of its jazz bar. Famous artists from Japan sometimes perform live there. It's a great way to spend an adult evening listening to jazz after sightseeing. The breakfast buffet is of course very filling. The buffet venue is very modern and clean, so you can enjoy your breakfast at your leisure.
Detailed information
Piazza Hotel Nara
Nara / Nara / City hotels
- address
- Nara 11-20 Sanjo Honmachi, Nara City
- access
- 1 minute walk from JR Nara Station West Exit
Next up is the Nara Washington Plaza Hotel. It is a few minutes walk from JR Nara Station and faces Sanjo Street. It still feels a little far from the station compared to other hotels, but it's not that far at all and is a very convenient location for sightseeing. The surrounding area is also quiet, so you can relax and unwind.
The rooms are spacious, allowing you to rest your tired body after a long day of sightseeing. All rooms are simple and functional, allowing you to stay comfortably.
You can choose from two types of breakfast: Japanese or Western. The Japanese breakfast features ingredients from Nara and local cuisine. The breakfast area is spacious, so you can relax and enjoy your meal.
Detailed information
Nara Washington Hotel Plaza
Nara / Nara / Business Hotel
- address
- Nara 31-1 Shimosanjo-cho, Nara City
- access
- 4 minutes walk from JR Nara Station Central Exit. 8 minutes walk from Kintetsu Nara Station West Ticket Gate Exit 7.
The last hotel we will introduce is Grand Mercure Nara Kashihara in Kashihara City. It is conveniently located just a short walk from Kintetsu Kashihara Jingu-mae Station. The sightseeing bus stop is also nearby, so it has good access to Asuka Village, and is the perfect location for sightseeing such as ancient tombs. The "Superior Twin" room here is 29 m2, so you can enjoy a spacious and comfortable stay.
After a full day of sightseeing in Nara, you'll want to take a dip in a hot onsen. In addition to the large, open-air onsen baths, there is also a sauna where you can refresh your body and mind. After the bath, you can refresh yourself with a vinegar drink in onsen lounge.
Breakfast is served buffet style. There are so many options that it's hard to decide what to eat. There are also many local dishes such as "Yamato Pork and Okinawan Ancient Rice Doria" and "Thank You Konnyaku and Mushroom Sake Lees Cream Simmered in Cream." The breakfast venue has an elegant atmosphere, so you can enjoy the special feeling of traveling.
Detailed information
Grand Mercure Nara Kashihara
Nara /Kashihara/City Hotel
- address
- Nara 652-2, Kume-cho, Kashihara-shi, Kashihara
- access
- Approximately 1 minute walk from the east exit of Kintetsu Kashihara-Jingumae Station Approximately 15 minutes by car from Katsuragi IC on the Minami Hanna Expressway Approximately 40 minutes by car from Nara City
What did you think of the recommended hotels in Nara that we introduced today? Each one has its own charm and is recommended for girls' trips. Please find your favorite hotel from the ones we introduced today according to your individual preferences.