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Hotel Nikko Nara

4.0 star property
Hotel with 3 restaurants, near Nara Park

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3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine
Hotel Nikko Nara, near Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara National Museum, offers a convenient retreat with on-site shopping and four restaurants. Guests can enjoy thalassotherapy treatments at the spa or use dry cleaning services. Visitors consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Economy Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Economy Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Moderate Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 1-2 person) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Moderate Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 1-2 person)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Large Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 1-2 person) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Large Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 1-2 person)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Middle Twin Room For 1–2 Persons

  • Sleeps 2

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Moderate Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 3 people) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Moderate Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 3 people)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - twin
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Large Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 3 people) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Large Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 3 people)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - twin
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Large Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 4 people) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Large Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 4 people)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - twin
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

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  • Sleeps 1

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  • Sleeps 2

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Large Twin Room For 1–2 Persons

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located in Nara, Hotel Nikko Nara is in the city center and near a boardwalk/promenade. Kofuku-ji Temple and Kasuga Shrine are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nara Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Nara Kenko Land.
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8-1 Sanjo-hommachi, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8122

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nara National Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Todaiji Temple - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kasuga Shrine - 7 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Nara Station - 3 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪三条坊 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪モスバーガー - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪奈良のうまいものプラザ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪セリーナ - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Nikko Nara

Upscale hotel near Nara Park
Located close to Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara National Museum, Hotel Nikko Nara provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to spa services, such as thalassotherapy or a massage. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Japanese cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 330 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and deep soaking tubs
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (JPY 900 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 3,500 for adults and JPY 1,900 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • ICHO
  • SERENA
  • YOSHINO

Things to do

  • Books
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • In-room massages
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Spa open daily
  • Thalassotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Breakfast is not included in the breakfast rates for children 4-6 years old, and can be requested onsite for the listed child breakfast fee. The breakfast fee for children ages 0-3 is at no charge.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 27 2026 to January 27 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 3500 for adults and JPY 1900 for children
  • Self parking fee: JPY 900 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Nikko Nara
Nikko Nara
Hotel Nikko Nara Nara
Hotel Nikko Nara Hotel
Hotel Nikko Nara Hotel Nara

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Nikko Nara pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel Nikko Nara?

Self parking is available for JPY 900 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Nikko Nara?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hotel Nikko Nara?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Nikko Nara located?

Located in the heart of Nara, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nara Park, Kofuku-ji Temple, and Nara National Museum. Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Shrine are also within 2 mi (3 km). Nara Station is only a 3-minute walk and Shin-Omiya Station is 12 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Nikko Nara Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Oleg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

SUNYI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast buffet was the best! I could enjoy a variety of Nara’s original food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location. The rooftop view. Wow!! Rooms great size with awesome views of the city. Truly enjoyed are last night here after visiting Japan for 20 days. Hope to visit again one day. Deb & Rick
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay and tklll
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tushar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel in a relaxing setting. Good place to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAIME

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the location, and the hotel itself. We would go back again.....
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoshie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Locations convenient for transportation,shopping etc.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it! Great Value! The best staff! Great location. Breakfast was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haruki

Liked: Amenities
nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great hotel no issues
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was really cool! Right next to the station but was very quiet! Also lived that you can lock your bags up/utilize a locker to store bags while waiting for check in so you can explore Nara worry free! Staff was very nice and the restaurant in the hotel was a great experience!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Skye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very tiny room, 2 twin beds were together, 1 inch thick mattress-hurt my back. Super small bathroom. Not worth the money. Location was only good thing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Old fashioned hotel with easy access to JR station. Large room and fast check in and Checkout process. Neither the public bath (tiny and uncomfortable changing room), nor the breakfast (average food at a unsuiting banquet hall) met our expectation on new year's day. No VIP access perks were given.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

KUI WAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The facility is too old & size of room is too small for foreigner
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chee Keong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Immaculate service & lobby, Rooms need a Refresh

Nikko Nara Hotel is most conveniently located, connected to Nara Station. Quaint Starbucks and Tourist Guide Centre next to station. Near to main road leading to town centre, with food streets, temples and past a small lake that eventually leads to Nara Deer Park. The hotel service is immaculate. Beautiful lobby which is well furnished. A small lounge next to the lobby provides hotel guests a place to have complimentary coffee cookies and drinks in the afternoons. The hotel rooms unfortunately are rather compact, in original condition and requires refurbishing. Since we sleep in the room and not in the hotel lobby, it would be ideal if Nikko Nara could invest in refurbishing the guest rooms, which would make it the perfect hotel to stay whenever we are back in Nara.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel and facilities are not updated. No USB charger or international adapter in my room. I was using my own power bank to charge my mobile. Staff was helpful and polite if you have enquiries. The exhaust fan was not working in my bathroom. The mirror and everything were wet and sweaty. I did not notice that after I showered and it was late night, so I did not contact staff till I checked out. Nothing wrong with their staff and service, but they definitely need to upgrade their hardware and get the rooms renovated. I was surprised when they handed me a silver key with key ring while checking in, but not a keycard.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

yoshinori

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
客室は清潔であった
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

TAKANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
利便性と清潔感が良く、街自体が静かで落ち着きがあり立地的に良い。 ホテルのサービスは定評に違わず、寛ぎを提供頂けて満足でした。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Miyuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
大浴場があまり広くないので時間帯によっては混雑することがあります。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Takahiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
駐車料金が手頃。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
朝食の種類も多く、スタッフさんがよく気がついてくれる方だった。 子供用の椅子や食器を気がついて、すぐに用意してくれた
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
奈良の食材をふんだんに使った朝食は特におすすめです。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
部屋が清潔で居心地が良かったてす ホテル受付対応ぎ的確で感じの良い対応でした
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hisayoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
和洋どちらもおいしくいただきました。yama
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tsutomu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ウエルカムドリンク（ジュース、コーヒ）が有難かった。セルフロッカーも便利である。
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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