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Nara Ryokan

2.0 star property
Ryokan in Nara, steps from Sarusawa Pond Park

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Nara Ryokan provides a tranquil escape with its indoor mineral hot spring just steps from Nara Park. Guests appreciate the practical laundry facilities, free in-room WiFi for staying connected, and the consistently helpful multilingual staff who enhance the experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Basic Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Detached private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Regular Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room With Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Located in Naramachi, a neighborhood in Nara, Nara Ryokan is near a metro station. Nara Woman's University and Kofuku-ji Temple are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nara Park and Sarusawa Pond Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Nara Kenko Land.
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28-1, Higashiterabayashi-cho, Nara, Nara, 630-8362

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Todaiji Temple - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kasuga Shrine - 6 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 10 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ふく徳 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪平宗 奈良店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪なら酒蔵なべ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪酒と肴 なかむら - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kinari Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Nara Ryokan

Ryokan near Nara Park
Located close to Sarusawa Pond Park and Kofuku-ji Temple, Nara Ryokan provides laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the indoor private bath. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A vending machine, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Nara Ryokan have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Toilets with electronic bidets, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste
  • 50-cm TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (JPY 1,800 per day)

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Multilingual staff

Spa

  • Private indoor bath (no minerals) in communal space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-cm TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 1800 per day (328 ft away)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Nara Ryokan Nara
Nara Ryokan Ryokan
Nara Ryokan Ryokan Nara

Frequently asked questions

Is Nara Ryokan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nara Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Nara Ryokan?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nara Ryokan located?

Located in Naramachi, this ryokan is within a 5-minute walk of Nara Park and Sarusawa Pond Park. Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall are also within 15 minutes. Kintetsu-Nara Station is 10 minutes by foot and Nara Station is 20 minutes.

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Reviews

Nara Ryokan Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. Having a private bathing time in the onsen was so great. The beds were comfortable and the staff was friendly. It was the perfect location for access to historical sites. There was a lot of great shopping nearby as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

JIE'ER, JERALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable accommodation and convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Get little spot to unwind from a day of walking. The hot sping baths where amazing and nice that you could book some personal time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Fantastic location, very authentic Ryokan with a onsen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely place. Great location. Spacious rooms. Comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

AV

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved this ryokan! Very authentic. Nice and friendly staff. Comfortable and clean. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful traditional ryokan hotel, is small and so charming , it has an onsdn that you can use privately so its tattoo friendly ! They give you traditioanl pjs (yukata) and that makes it so special! The staff is really friendly and held our bags for a day before our train at nighy. Close to the deer park and lots of temples
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great way to experience an “authentic” ryokan - it has bathroom facilities but otherwise it’s futon, tatami matting and green tea. But the best feature by far was the ‘ofuro’ the delightful hot bath. A booking gets a guest 50 minutes of calm relaxation. Remember that there are no meals but there are plenty of small local places for dinner and breakfast. Just delightful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area is amazing with a pond near the area and the walk to the deer park being quite close. The receptionists were all very welcoming and their services were very good. High recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl L

Fairly close to sights and places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

AJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
About fifteen minutes walk from a Kintentsu station. Lots of shopping and food option between to two. Walkable to and from Nara Park as well. Private bath time built into the reservation. It's slots of 40 minutes. Checking in earlier rather than later gets you more options to choose from.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed-ziane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in nara
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room, awesome private onsen experience, good location! Overall a really nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful property and the Onsen was great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here in Nara for one night. The staff are lovely, and very much look to cater for you as much as possible whilst not being intrusive. Offered to help carry luggage up to room. The private onsen was included, and was also a lovely experience. To top it off, only a 15 minute walk to Todai-Ji and Nara park.
Our beautiful room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private onsen time was lovely. Guest house was quiet and clean. Front desk staff were not especially friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little Japanese style hotel. Friendly staff and a great area. Close to shops and easy walk to the deers.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

りえ

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My stay at this inn was good for the price. It would have been better if they would have accommodated luggage storage on check-out day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This ryokan is very charming and also very close to the tourist areas, but in the narrow side streets so it is quite quiet. I really enjoyed this place. I strongly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and we enjoyed the private onsen
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jermaine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Traditional style Inn

Traditional style ryokan for a reasonable price. It had its own onsen for private use which was nice since I have tattoos and could not attend other onsens. However the cleanliness could’ve been slightly better. The room was quite nice but if you’re traveling with others be aware they are small as are the in room bathrooms. Overall I liked the place. Central to Nara and the parks and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A very small and charming ryokan. It’s the first spot we’ve been at providing toilet slippers. We enjoyed the private onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiiu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at your Ryokan. Thank you for storing my son’s luggage a few days in advance - it was so helpful. You chose an excellent architect for the room design and renovation. Thanks for your warm hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is in a quiet area with lots of restaurants (though be aware many close by 6 pm). Room is a good size, but there is no elevator and stairs to the second floor are quite steep - something to be aware of if you have mobility issues. Matress on tatami floor was very firm, but comforter is warm and fluffy. There is no way to darken the windows, though, so light comes in throughout the night from a neighbouring sign, and it only gets brighter as the dawn starts. There is also minimal/no sound priifing - we could hear every whisper in the hall, every door opening and clicking shut, and music from another room throughout the evening. Private onsen time is nice, and the water is quite hot but comfortable (for us). The bathing area is clean. The massage chairs were nice to use after soaking in the onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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