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Sarusawaike Yoshidaya

3.5 star property
Guests relax in the indoor public bath or reserve a private soaking experience at Sarusawaike Yoshidaya, where the restaurant serves authentic local cuisine

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Deluxe Twin with Semi Open-Air Bathroom and Pond View, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers - Sarusawaike Yoshidaya (Nara)
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Sarusawaike Yoshidaya offers a peaceful escape in Naramachi with an indoor public bath and private bathing options. Relax in the garden or enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant. Nearby, explore Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Shrine for cultural experiences.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Japanese Style Twin Room with Pond View, Non Smoking | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Japanese Style Twin Room with Pond View, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Japanese Style Tatami Room with Private Bathroom (Up to 4 guests), Non Smoking | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Japanese Style Tatami Room with Private Bathroom (Up to 4 guests), Non Smoking

  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Japanese Style Triple Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Japanese Style Triple Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Japanese Style Tatami Room (Up to 4 guests), Non Smoking | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Japanese Style Tatami Room (Up to 4 guests), Non Smoking

  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Japanese Style Triple Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Japanese Style Triple Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Twin with Semi Open-Air Bathroom and Pond View, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Deluxe Twin with Semi Open-Air Bathroom and Pond View, Non Smoking

  • Lake view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Japanese & Western Style Room with Pond View (Up to 5 guests), Non Smoking | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Japanese & Western Style Room with Pond View (Up to 5 guests), Non Smoking

  • Lake view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Naramachi, a neighborhood in Nara, Sarusawaike Yoshidaya is near a train station and on a lake. Yamanobe Street and Nara Kenko Land are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall and Kojindo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Naraden Arena or Hanazono Rugby Stadium. Visit our Nara travel guide
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246 Takabatakecho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8301

What's nearby

  • Nara Park
    Nara Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sarusawa Pond Park
    Sarusawa Pond Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple
    Kofuku-ji Temple
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gango-ji Temple
    Gango-ji Temple
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nara National Museum
    Nara National Museum
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station
    8 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    80 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • 喫茶52
    1 min walk
  • 平宗 奈良店
    3 min walk
  • ナナイロフルウツ
    3 min walk
  • Bambuno
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Spa

  • Private indoor bath (no minerals) in communal space
  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Built in 1979
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Genkan (entryway)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Children's robes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner.

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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
Guests with tattoos are not able to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Frequently asked questions

Is Sarusawaike Yoshidaya pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Sarusawaike Yoshidaya?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sarusawaike Yoshidaya?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sarusawaike Yoshidaya located?

Located in Naramachi, this ryokan is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nara Park and Todaiji Temple. Sarusawa Pond Park and Kofuku-ji Temple are just steps away. Kintetsu-Nara Station is 8 minutes by foot and Nara Station is 16 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sarusawaike Yoshidaya Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the best stay we had on our Japan trip. Shopping streets are close by and so is the Nara parks. The food was wonderful and the staff are amazing and very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are extremely nice and helpful that made you feel you are truly welcome. I'd like to appreciate Mrs Asano because she made me and my wife feel particularly warm.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MEILING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location to everything you’d want to see in Nara. Deer were literally outside our door as we walked out of the lobby. Viral restaurants and hotspots were down the street yet the area was still quiet enough to get good sleep. The room itself was very basic and needed more furnishing for my taste but it was clean and traditional. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. So, our room was a little overpriced for the amenities but the location made up for it because it is the perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

IULIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was an interesting experience. The room has no private bathroom, but there was no line for their public and private baths on the property. The room is ok, but everything is old and has a certain smell that we had to get used to. The mats to sleep on are old too. The staff was really good and caring.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisset

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, a memorable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, very welcoming and helpful. The beds were comfortable and the view was great, but the window was a bit dirty and the bathroom was fine but not as nice as our other hotels. The location is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

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This was a simply magnificent Hotel. From the moment we walked in to the moment we left the service was exceptional. The breakfast was superb and the roof top terrace amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Agustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and room where nice and spacious, but we got a room with shared toilet which was not clear before booking. They made up for it offering a compensation, but still USD 200 for a shared toilet room sounds excessive
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chandler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My girlfriend and I had an unforgettable stay at Sarusawaike Yoshidaya in Nara. From the moment we arrived, the hospitality was unmatched. We were greeted by Takada, who immediately offered us a beverage and made us feel genuinely welcome. He went above and beyond for us throughout our stay, including calling multiple local restaurants to secure us a dinner reservation at a spot loved by locals. Special shout-out to Takada for his warmth, professionalism, and incredible service. He truly made our stay exceptional. After spending two weeks in Japan and staying at five different hotels, this was the one that truly stood out. The private onsen experience was amazing, the rooms were spotless, and the beds were incredibly comfortable. The sunset view of the pond from our room was absolutely unforgettable. I don’t think I’ve ever experienced customer service this thoughtful and attentive in my life. We’ll be recommending Sarusawaike Yoshidaya to anyone visiting Nara.
View from our room
Local restaurant in Nara recommended by Takada
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

daiki

Liked: Amenities
ご飯が美味しかった
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Atsuyoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
子供にも色々と配慮してくれてとても助かりました
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
観光地のど真ん中でロケーションは抜群です。 24時間無料サービス券を頂けるとのことで、チェックアウト後も駐車可能で、翌日は安心してならまち散策を満喫できました。 接客はみなさん素敵な笑顔で丁寧に対応してくださり、とても良い思い出になりました。 室内露天風呂から眺める猿沢池はとても良い景色で、頭寒足熱で最高の温泉気分。味わえました。 ありがとうございました！
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gil won

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
일본의 호텔에서 기대하는 모든 것이 있는 호텔이었습니다. 직원들은 너무너무 친절했고, 조식도 정말 맛있었고 목욕탕도 정말 좋았습니다. 방은 좀 오래된 느낌이 있었지만 모든것이 깨끗하고 정돈되어있었어요. 다음에 꼭 다시 오고 싶어요~~
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

HIROKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
貸切風呂がとても良かった。朝食も豪華で美味しかったです。スタッフの方が皆さんいつも笑顔で対応してくれました。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Akio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋からの景色、スタッフ、料理など、全てが良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

かおり

お食事がとても美味しくて お布団も気持ちよかったです 奈良マラソンに出るので朝ごはんをお弁当に していただき助かりました
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

さつき

Liked: Cleanliness
チェックインからチェックアウトまでどなたもとても丁寧に対応いただきよかった お風呂などもよくまた利用したい
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ソノコ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
清潔感のある広い部屋でゆっくり出来ました。スタッフの方は皆さん感じが良いですが、夜浴室に忘れ物をした際に届けてくださったスタッフさんには特に感謝しています。 奈良博に近いホテルで見つけたのですが、とても良い印象だったのでまた次に奈良で泊まるときは考えたいです。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Fum

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
大人旅には素晴らしいお宿だったと思います。観光地にありながら、落ち着いた雰囲気、立地も素晴らしく、お部屋も清潔で和洋室の作りで心地よく過ごせました。受付の皆さんのおもてなしのお気持ちが旅の疲れを癒してくださいました。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AKIHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフさんも丁寧でよかったです
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ゆうこ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
家族風呂があり、朝食も美味しく、適切な量で満足しました。 ゆっくりできました。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ノリコ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
全般的に好印象をもてる宿でした。会話や案内もマニュアル感を感じさせずとても温かい印象でしたが、かと言って一線は画していてとても心地よかったです。部屋の浴室も貸切風呂も、他の共用スペースもシンプルで美しく保たれていてとても感じが良かったです。次回もまた宿泊したいです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Watanabe

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

いいお宿でした

朝ごはんがおいしく、猿沢の池がみえるお部屋も宿の方々のホスピタリティもよかった。荷物をあずかっていただき、奈良国立博物館での国宝展をゆったりみることもできた。ありがとうございました。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shou Ping

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

可以再訪的飯店

悠閒的住宿環境，好吃的早；晚餐及親切的服務。
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
駅から近いし、部屋も広くてキレイ、スタッフの方の感じも良くて満足でした！気になったのはテレビのサイズが小さいのと、壁が薄いのか廊下の向こうの声や音が結構聞こえた事くらいです。
Stayed 1 night in May 2023