Nestled near Nara Park, Nara Ryokan offers a tranquil retreat with an indoor mineral hot spring and laundry facilities. Relax in the soothing hot springs or stay connected with free in-room WiFi; previous guests rave about the helpful multilingual staff.
When you stay at Nara Ryokan, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Nara Park and Todaiji Temple. Also, this ryokan is within a short drive of Nara Kenko Land. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
Japanese
At a glance
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Hotel size
13 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Offsite parking within 328 ft (JPY 1800 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-cm TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Slippers
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Electronic bidet
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Special features
Spa
Private bath/onsen services include an indoor private bath (in communal space).
Fees & policies
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs JPY 1800 per day (328 ft away)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
Policies
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Also known as
Nara Ryokan Nara
Nara Ryokan Ryokan
Nara Ryokan Ryokan Nara
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Nara Ryokan?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Nara Ryokan?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Nara Ryokan and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Nara Park (3-min walk) and Sarusawa Pond Park (3-min walk), along with Kofuku-ji Temple (7-min walk) and Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall (12-min walk).
What's the area around Nara Ryokan like?
Nara Ryokan is a short 10-minute walk from Kintetsu-Nara Station and 3 minutes' walk from Nara Park.
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Nara Ryokan Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Onsen
Location
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Reviews
10/10
Nice location and we enjoyed the private onsen
Malcolm
2-night trip
10/10
We had the double and the room was very nice and quite big. Great location. Nice small onsen. Looks like the rooms have been redone recently.
Bob
2-night trip
10/10
Our stay at Nara Ryokan was perfect - very lovely quiet stay and beautiful rooms, and an amazing onsen/public bath. It wasn't listed for the hotel, but you are able to reserve a "family time" for the onsen use where I was able to privately share the onsen together with my husband and our friends with tattoos were also able to utilize for their own private time, which was a great experience, particularly with the provided robes and slippers. The hotel is about a 10min walk away from the main station, and just around the corner from a lovely park with a nearby Starbucks and small park where the deer freely hangout and roam around. A truly lovely place to stay, would definitely stay here again!
Nichole
1-night trip
10/10
I had a wonderful two night stay here. The room was clean and comfortable. The private onsen was wonderful. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Iris
2-night trip
8/10
Was initially going to leave a worse review after a terrible interaction with the woman on the front desk after she put use in a basic room after we paid for deluxe, then refused to move us. However the charm of the Ryokan itself, the great onsen and the free massage chairs somewhat made up for the rude service when checking in.
Jamie
1-night trip
10/10
It was super easy to walk to from the metro. The area was quiet, peaceful, and there was a great area for shopping and eating. Nara park was not far. The ryokan was incredible and the temperature was perfect. The rooms were super clean and I love that they provided amenities.
jonathan
1-night trip
10/10
Wonderful room, clean, perfect decoration. And near to everything. I will pretty recommend this hotel.
Marcelo
2-night trip
10/10
It is in the center of Nara, walking distance to the temples.
Jingjing
1-night trip
10/10
We had a great stay!! It was great to be able to leave our bags before check in. The location was fantastic, and staff were so friendly! The private onsen time was a highlight of our whole trip. Would highly recommend!!
Jordan
1-night trip
10/10
Loved this stay. Traditional style room. Happy friendly staff. Very clean and clear walk to everything we needed. Would stay again.
Misty
2-night trip
10/10
Great experience to have with the onsen and traditonal ryokan style rooms
Nick
1-night trip
10/10
Conveniently located. The staff was amazing. The hotel and amenities were outstanding. Would stay here again!
Ana
1-night trip
10/10
Very friendly and helpful staff. Affordable, clean and well located ryokan… our first stay in a ryokan, and highly recommend. They also have an onsen, which was very relaxing.
Richard
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent ryokan in a central location. Private onsen time!
Joel
1-night trip
10/10
Great value for money, relatively big room, clean and very nice personnel.
Yi
1-night trip
10/10
I wanted a traditional hotel experience in japan and i got exactly what i asked for. Will stay again next time im in nara
Megan
8/10
Private onsen experience was sublime. I somewhat wish there was a cold pool but nonetheless the ryokan was very good.
Solon
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent property in a quiet neighborhood near Nara Park. Daily time slots for private onsen rooms were offered for free with our stay, which was a great surprise!
Lauren
1-night trip
10/10
So close to the park
Isaias
1-night trip
8/10
The staff went out of their way to be helpful. It is in a great location for walking everywhere.
Cara
1-night trip
8/10
There is a big bathing area with 2 shower heads and an Onsen bath tub. Private usage will be limited within 40 min per session, then there are public hours. Nice water!
Yusa
1-night trip
8/10
Nara Ryokan was clean, comfortable, and convenient. We loved using the onsen during our private time, and we found the beds easy to sleep on. It was a little noisy since we could hear doors opening and closing in the rooms next to us all night, but aside from that it was a great place to stay! The location was great: easy waking to al the sights.
Jennifer
1-night trip
10/10
This Ryokan is located just a short walk to the major gardens and Shrines, and it's in the charming Nara town tradtional layout of buildings. It's all wonderful to get around on foot. The staff were most courteous and friendly, i felt like a welcome guest, and recommend this ryokan highly. Arigato gozaimas ta, Nara Ryokan!
Edward
2-night trip
10/10
Charming
Magali
1-night trip
6/10
Very lax mostly on your on only one person staffed it seemed