Nara Hotel

Hotel · Nara-shi ·

Nara Hotel

Hotel · Nara-shi ·

Historic lodge with French & Japanese dining, tea lounge, bar

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1096 Takabatakecho, Nara, 630-8301, Japan Get directions

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"Set in the 1,600-acre national treasure that is Nara Park, the Nara Hotel dates back to 1909, and has welcomed notable guests from Edward VIII and Charles Lindburgh to Pope Paul VI and the Dalai Lama. Rooms and suites are designed in traditional style, but adhere to contemporary standards of comfort. The hotel houses two restaurants, the Mikasa, which serves traditional French cuisine, and the Hanagiku, which offers a Japanese menu based on select seasonal ingredients, as well as a charming tea lounge and a bar serving cigars and the finest liqueurs. The hotel grounds also include the Former Daijoin Temple Garden and St. Raphael Church. As well as the park, the hotel offers easy access to some of Nara’s most important cultural sites, including Nara National Museum, Todaiji Temple (with its 50-foot statue of Buddha), and Kasuga Grand Shrine." - Tablet Hotels

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Josh M

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Fantastic and impressive historic hotel with spacious rooms and kind staff. Transfers to/from local train stations available. Very well located for the deer park and main sights. Breakfast was impressive but lacked some flexibility. Would definitely stay again.

M I

Google

Its architecture is a beautiful blend of traditional Japanese design and Western style, creating an atmosphere that feels both elegant and timeless. The Taishō era (1912–1926) is often remembered for its cultural brilliance and optimism—what is sometimes called Taishō Roman. It was a period of rapid economic growth and artistic flourishing, before Japan entered a more turbulent political era. Originally built as a guesthouse for royalty and foreign dignitaries, the hotel still displays historical photographs and artifacts. The hotel is located right next to Nara Park and Sagi Pond, so deer can be seen everywhere on the grounds. I stayed in a first-floor room, and in the morning, deer were standing just outside my window. Considering its over 100 years of history and its cultural importance, the accommodation price is surprisingly reasonable.

Ej F.

Google

This place had extremely excellent service, even better than some of the resort type places I went to. Breakfast was a little more pricy but had so many courses that it was absolutely without a doubt worth it. I lost my sweatshirt and they went above and beyond to find it. They take extra care of their facility and it shows. Plus. It's right by the deer. Also some of the best bedside water I've ever had

Devon C.

Google

What an honour to be able to stay in a hotel like this. First off the smell of wood everywhere in the hotel feels like you’re staying in a church or a museum. It’s feels so royal and grand. Definitely stay in the old building if you can. The location is also second to none. A 5-10 minute taxi or 20 minute walk to the train station. 30 minute walk to almost anywhere in Nara.

Art M.

Google

It’s certainly not the five-star hotel it claims to be. It has impressive grandeur and history—including famous guests such as Dr. Einstein and the Emperor of Japan. However, the rooms are badly outdated; the chairs, carpets, and bathrooms all seem to have gone untouched for decades. The service is good, though not excellent. For a hotel that boasts of its international guests, the lack of food service after 8 p.m. and the absence of room service were surprising. The extremely rigid rules—bordering on stubbornness—also caught us off guard. That said, the staff were sweet and as helpful as the strict policies allowed. The room we stayed in was spacious and private, facing a garden with lush trees. To summarise: it’s an over rated hotel; and it will not be our choice on a return visit.

John W.

Google

Upscale historic lodge atmosphere with fabulous service, modernized rooms, high ceilings, and wonderful lounge for tea in the afternoon and a quality bar in the evening. Excellent location in Nara.

William J.

Google

Beautiful historical hotel with wonderful staff and an enjoyably kooky vibe. We stayed in a Western room and it was very comfortable. The hotel is right by the deer park, so ideal for beating the morning crowds.

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We chose Nara Hotel for its historic charm and stayed two nights to celebrate our 28th wedding anniversary on July 12. Unfortunately, the anniversary dinner turned out to be a disappointment. The table next to ours was occupied by Japanese guests who were drinking and speaking loudly throughout the meal. The noise level made it nearly impossible for us to hear the explanations from the waitstaff about the dishes and wine pairings—an essential part of a fine dining experience.||Only after those guests left did we realize how peaceful the ambiance should have been. I raised the issue with the head receptionist, who could only offer a verbal apology, with no gesture of goodwill or attempt to make up for the ruined experience.||This was not the tranquil, memorable evening we had hoped for. A hotel of such reputation should have better crowd management and customer care.

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Nara Hotel

Josh M

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M I

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Ej F.

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Devon C.

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Art M.

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John W.

Google

Upscale historic lodge atmosphere with fabulous service, modernized rooms, high ceilings, and wonderful lounge for tea in the afternoon and a quality bar in the evening. Excellent location in Nara.

William J.

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