15 Best Hotels & Ryokan in Nara Sorted by Theme

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The five-storied pagoda of Kofuku-ji Temple, a landmark, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a World Heritage Site, and Nara Park, where deer, messengers of the gods, roam. The city of Nara is full of attractions from 360 degrees if you look around! Once in a while, I want to relax and go on a relaxing trip... For such an adult girls' trip, a trip to Nara where you can feel the history everywhere and time flows slowly is perfect.

For an adult girls' trip, it's not just about sightseeing spots and gourmet food, but what kind of inn you stay at is also an important point. If you are going on a trip with everyone, you want to spend your time at the hotel making fun memories. Nara has a wide variety of hotels and ryokan, such as modern and stylish hotels, and hotels that have been renovated from townhouses.

First of all, we would like to introduce a modern and stylish hotel that is perfect for a girls' trip. The moment I arrived at the hotel, the tension rose unintentionally! I would like to introduce such a wonderful hotel.

"Setre Naramachi" stands on the shores of the scenic spot "Sarusawaike". 7 minutes walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. You will want to stop and take pictures with its stylish appearance and the warmth of wood.

There are many facilities inside the hotel where you can spend a comfortable time, such as a terrace overlooking the ancient capital, a library with books selected by a "book sommelier", and a club lounge with free drinks. This hotel is perfect for those who want to enjoy not only sightseeing but also their time at the hotel.

All 32 guest rooms are made of Yoshino cedar from Nara. The gentle scent of cedar fills the air, creating a relaxing space that makes you feel as if you are bathing in the forest. This "Japanese-Western Standard Suou" room has two beds and a futon in the Japanese-style room, and can accommodate up to four people. There is a sunken kotatsu (low table) between the tatami mats, giving it a Japanese feel.

This is the "Meister Room" where you can experience Japanese activities. Each interior, including the shoji screens and tatami mats, is packed with the skills of Nara craftsmen, creating a beautiful space that will make your spine stretch. A recommended activity is the sutra copying experience. If you calm down and carefully copy each letter, you will feel your heart become lighter.

``Fufu Nara'' is located in a corner of Nara Park, about 20 minutes on foot from Kintetsu Nara Station. Designed by world-famous architect Kengo Kuma, this hotel is a mature space with dark tones throughout. You can stay elegantly while enjoying the oriental atmosphere of an ancient city, perfect for special occasions such as anniversaries.

There are 30 gorgeous suites in the guest rooms of "Fufu Nara". All guest rooms are spacious, but they are unified with chic colors, so you can spend a relaxing time. While the space is stylish, the Japanese interior is installed here and there, making you feel the atmosphere of ancient Nara.

All guest rooms have open-air baths. Nara is said to be the birthplace of medicine in ancient times, and Japanese and Chinese plants are used in the bath water. You can soothe your body and mind by soaking up to your shoulders while soaking up the sunshine filtering through the trees. The bath space is spacious, so you can relax while feeling the night breeze.

Hotel New Wakasa is about a 12-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. The interior of the hotel is a space where the Japanese atmosphere of a townhouse coexists with modern interiors. From the guest rooms and the "Sky Deck" on the roof, you can see Nara Park, Todaiji Temple, and Mt. Wakakusa in front of you.

The main guest rooms are Japanese-style rooms where you can relax without hesitation. Guest rooms with a view, such as rooms with open-air baths, cypress baths with a view, and special rooms with gardens, are recommended for those who want to feel the atmosphere of the ancient capital during their stay.

Enjoy the cool evening breeze in the private garden of the special room. Let's spend a memorable time in a space with plenty of privacy.

For dinner, you will enjoy a Kaiseki meal made with seasonal ingredients. Since you're here, it's a good idea to try some local sake ♡ For breakfast, enjoy Nara's local ingredients to your heart's content, such as ``Yamato tea porridge'' cooked with roasted green tea and locally grown Yamato vegetables.

About 10 minutes by taxi or courtesy car from Kintetsu/JR Nara Station. "ANDO HOTEL (And Hotel) Nara Wakakusayama" is located halfway up Mt. Wakakusa along the "Nara Okuyama Driveway". From the hotel, you can see the atmospheric scenery of Nara! You can relax and enjoy your trip in an environment free from the hustle and bustle.

There are a total of 21 guest rooms. You can spend a relaxing time in a space where relaxation and convenience coexist. The primeval forest of Mt. Wakakusa stretches out outside the window, giving you the feeling of taking a forest bath. They also have stylish amenities and room wear, and are perfect for photos.

The penthouse, which is limited to one room, has an open-air bath and a fire pit from which you can see the scenery of Nara. This room is also recommended for special occasions such as anniversaries and birthdays.

Dinner and breakfast are served at the in-house restaurant ``TERRACE Wakakusayama'' with an outstanding view. The dishes are prepared using Japanese and French techniques using local ingredients such as Yamato vegetables and Nara meat. You can feel the elegance of an ancient capital in the many elegant and delicate plates.

About an 8-minute walk from Kintetsu/JR Nara Station. Located in Naramachi, NIPPONIA HOTEL Nara Naramachi is a hotel that renovated the storehouse and tea room of the Nara Toyosawa Sake Brewery, which was founded in the Meiji era. You can enjoy an extraordinary stay, immersed in the charm of the ancient capital of Nara.

There are 8 guest rooms in total. Each guest room has its own charm because the building's historic structure is preserved. It's nice to see that the bathroom and beds are functional, while retaining the atmosphere of the time. Please change into a yukata and spend a relaxing time as if you were living here.

If you are staying at NIPPONIA HOTEL Nara Naramachi, be sure to have a meal at Restaurant Ruan. Creative dishes devised to match Toyosawa Sake Brewery's sake have a unique taste here. The stylish counter-dining room, which has been renovated from the earthen floor, is also a highlight.

Miroku Nara by The Share Hotels is located about 10 minutes walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. This is a casual and stylish hotel located right next to Araike Pond, where deer gather.

There are 44 guest rooms. The clean interior of the modern Japanese style is attractive. Some rooms even have lofts that make you feel like you're in a secret base.

The breakfast is supervised by the popular cafe Kuruminoki in Nara. You can choose Western or Japanese food. If you have it at the open terrace seat, you will feel warm. You may have a dream of living in such a peaceful place.

About a 7-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station, "Hotel Tenpyo Naramachi" stands on the bank of "Sarusawa Pond". Opened in 2021, this is a hotel with the theme of "calligraphy". You can enjoy the Japanese atmosphere everywhere, such as the lobby lounge with the tea room and the gallery.

There are 44 guest rooms in total. Please also pay attention to the calligraphy works that decorate the walls. Types vary from twin rooms to 4-bed family rooms with balconies. It is a functional and comfortable space that matches the hotel-style Western-style room and shoji screens.

This is a terrace with a panoramic view of Sarusawa Pond and the five-storied pagoda of Kofukuji Temple. You can avoid the crowds and enjoy the scenery of Nara at your leisure. It's also great that there are places to relax, such as a large public bath, a rest lounge, and a Starbucks on the first floor. Please relax and relieve the fatigue of your travels at Hotel Tenpyo Naramachi.

Next, we will introduce hotels and ryokan with a history where you can feel the atmosphere of the ancient city of Nara. Since you've come all the way to Nara, why not immerse yourself in the history and traditions of the ancient capital during your stay?

Nara Hotel, located about 15 minutes on foot from Kintetsu Nara Station, is a hotel with a history of over 100 years. This hotel, which opened as a "Kansai Guest House", is full of elegance that lives up to its name. You can stay elegantly, feeling like a noble.

From the moment you step into the building, you will be immersed in a retro-modern world view. Please thoroughly enjoy extraordinary time.

The 127 guest rooms in total are classic spaces reminiscent of the Meiji and Taisho eras. This is the ``Deluxe Classic'', which is designed with the decoration ``Hosouge'' that has been passed down since the Nara period. This room retains a strong atmosphere from when the hotel was founded. Each room has different furnishings and concepts, so you'll want to stay here again and again.

Restaurants and cafes also feature carefully selected furniture. In this "Main Dining Room Mikasa", the design of the chandelier and carpet hanging from the ceiling gives you a sense of the rich history. Once in a while, it would be nice to spend some luxurious time in such a gorgeous space ♡ The restaurant has a wide selection of wines from around the world, so we recommend enjoying them with your food.

Kasugayama Primeval Forest has been protected as a sacred area of Kasuga Taisha Shrine since ancient times and is also designated as a World Heritage Site. Tsukihitei, nestled in the mountains, is a hidden inn that accommodates only four groups per day. This is a historical ryokan that was built in 1902 as a guest house. You can spend a peaceful time listening to the background music of nature, such as the murmuring of the river and the voices of birds. Access: 10 minutes by taxi from Kintetsu Nara Station.

There are four guest rooms: ``Sakura,'' ``Yanagi,'' ``Hagi,'' and ``Wakaba.'' All guest rooms are separated, so you can enjoy your own private space. Relax on the tatami or just look at the scenery outside the window. Let's spend luxurious adult time that you can't usually enjoy.

Outside the window, the World Heritage forest spreads out. The photo shows the view from the veranda of "Hagi." You can enjoy the beauty of nature throughout the seasons all to yourself without having to worry about anyone else. Dinner is generally served in a private room. Guests staying at the "Sakura Room" can enjoy in-room dining and even a private bath, allowing you to fully enjoy your private time.

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Shikitei has been in business for over 100 years. It is a long-established ryokan located next to the "Ichino Torii" at the entrance to the approach to Kasuga Taisha Shrine. It is about a 12-minute walk from the nearest station, Kintetsu Nara Station. Why not spend a special time at this inn where you can feel close to the World Heritage Site, Kasuga Taisha Shrine?

There are 9 guest rooms in total. Each guest room has a name and a meaning, such as "Tsurusho," which means that happiness will flow in, and "Yoro," which means that life expectancy will be extended. that's right. Perfect for traveling on special occasions! There are guest rooms made by the carpenters of Kasuga Taisha Shrine and guest rooms where deer come to play, so you can enjoy a special stay that is unique to this place.

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For dinner, we offer a seasonal tea ceremony course. You can taste local ingredients that suit each season. The dishes are served on Akahada-yaki pottery from Nara, so you can enjoy the atmosphere of the ancient capital of Nara just by looking at them.

Next, we will introduce city hotels that are perfect for casual trips and trips centered on sightseeing. This hotel is conveniently located near the station and has ample facilities for a comfortable stay!

"Piazza Hotel Nara" has excellent access from JR Nara Station, about 1 minute on foot. It is convenient not only for sightseeing in Nara, but also for traveling from Osaka and Kyoto, so it is perfect for sightseeing in the Kansai area. With a convenience store on the 1st floor and a fitness room, this is a hotel where you can spend a comfortable time with plenty of facilities.

All 137 guest rooms are unified in chic colors, so you can feel a sense of luxury while being simple. I am happy that the windows are large and open. Some of the rooms are decorated in Japanese style, with tatami mats and bamboo decorations.

Breakfast is served buffet style at the restaurant "La Festa". You can choose what you like from a wide variety of menus, from Japanese to Western, so you can rest assured even if you're traveling with a group of girls◎Let's start the day while gazing at the scenery of the ancient capital from the open restaurant♡

Natural onsen Nara Wakakusa no Yu Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara is about a 3-minute walk from JR Nara Station. The rooms are dyed in traditional colors associated with the Manyoshu, and the large onsen bath is decorated with scenes from Nara. This is a hotel where you can enjoy an elegant atmosphere at a reasonable price.

There are a total of 226 guest rooms. Traditional colors and waka poems from the Manyoshu are decorated on the walls and other interior decorations, creating a gorgeous and elegant space where you can soothe your fatigue. You'll want to take a photo of the cute deer-painted guest room ♡ If you ask at the front desk, you'll receive a skin care set, so you can go on a trip with less luggage.

A large public bath with beautiful Yoshino cherry blossoms of Nara that spreads all over the wall. You can enjoy the natural onsen "Wakakusa no Yu" that springs from underground. onsen here are said to be effective in relieving fatigue, so let's heal the fatigue of daily life and travel here.

Hotel Nikko Nara is directly connected to the west exit of JR Nara Station. You can check in as soon as you arrive in Nara, so it's perfect for people who want to spend a lot of time sightseeing and meal! Girls with a lot of luggage can feel at ease here♪ The large public bath is fully equipped, so you can stretch your legs with your friends and soothe your fatigue.

All 330 guest rooms are clean and bright. Some rooms have a view of Mt. Wakakusa and the five-storied pagoda outside the window. In concept rooms with themes such as "Todaiji" and "Kasuga Taisha", the interiors are decorated with the image of each, and books that trace the history are placed. You can experience the charm of Nara during your stay.

Start your day with a delicious breakfast. The breakfast buffet at "Hotel Nikko Nara" has a lineup of many Nara specialties, including the standard Western menu. Why don't you enjoy the ancient capital from breakfast by having meal full of Nara's history and culture, such as "Kakinoha sushi" and "Kofuku-ji kasujiru"?

I want to make special memories on my next trip! For such people, we recommend Machiya. If you stay like you live in a townhouse full of atmosphere, you'll feel like you've slipped back in time♪ It's going to be an unforgettable day. Also, since the entire building is basically rented out, it's nice to be able to spend some private time just for yourself.

“Naramachi” is where old-fashioned houses of merchants and craftsmen still remain. Naramachi Machiya Yado Tonari, located here, is a luxury lodging facility that was created by renovating a townhouse from the end of the Edo period and can only be reserved for one group per day. Access is about 10 minutes on foot from Kintetsu Nara Station. Why don't you experience the old-fashioned life as if you slipped back in time?

There are 3 Japanese-style rooms, so even a group trip can use it with plenty of room. The view of the elegant garden and the relaxing cypress bath are all yours. There is a kitchen, so shopping outside and enjoying your own cooking is the real pleasure of renting the entire building. Spend your free time in a tasteful townhouse.

Naramachi Machiya Yado Tonari has a private bar for guests only. It's a rare experience to rent out a bar for a small number of people, isn't it? After enjoying sightseeing in Nara, it's nice to have a drink and talk about memories of your trip together. You can bring in your favorite drink, so even girls who don't like alcohol can use it with confidence.

`` Wakasa Bettei'' is located about a 10-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. The lobby has beautiful beams and has tatami flooring, which is gentle on tired feet from walking. You can check in with a sense of relief in the calming interior that gives you a sense of the wonders of Japan.

Most of the guest rooms are Japanese-style, but there are also three Western-style rooms. All rooms have different floor plans, including those with cypress baths and those with open-air baths, so you can choose the room of your choice. The ``Special Room'' is a Japanese-style room with an area of 18 tatami mats, and you can see ``Todaiji Temple'' and ``Mt. Wakakusa'' from the room. There are also two open-air baths, each with a different view. It's a blissful time to enjoy a private open-air bath right at the foot of Todaiji Temple.

We are proud of our large observation bath where you can see the large roof of the Great Buddha Hall and Mt. Wakakusa while taking a bath. The bath has a large window that gives it an open feel, making it comfortable to bathe both in daylight and at night. The atmosphere is clean and modern, but the ceiling of the changing room is made of beams, giving it the feel of a townhouse.

Which tourist destination you go to during the day is important, but the kind of inn you stay at will also make a big difference in your travel memories. In Nara, there are many hotels and ryokan where you can feel nostalgic during your stay and experience the charm of Nara. Find your favorite inn and enjoy your trip to Nara♡