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The Deer Park Inn

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A two-story building with a stone facade, a balcony, and a deer standing in front. - The Deer Park Inn (Nara)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. - The Deer Park Inn (Nara)
A group of deer in a grassy area with a staircase and cherry blossoms in the background. - The Deer Park Inn (Nara)
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A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round coffee table, a wicker armchair, and a bookshelf. - The Deer Park Inn (Nara)
Close to Nara Park and Todaiji Temple, The Deer Park Inn provides a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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A room with two wooden beds, a small round table, two chairs, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Non-smoking)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a wooden bunk bed, a wooden drying rack, a window with curtains, and a table with chairs.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Non-smoking)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bunk bed with a ladder, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A hallway with wooden flooring, a wooden wall panel, and a bathroom with three sinks and mirrors.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bunk bed room with a green sofa and a small round table.

Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a small table, two chairs, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Nara, The Deer Park Inn is connected to the convention center. Manyo Botanical Garden and Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Nara Family and Aeon Mall. Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum and Nara History, Arts and Culture Village are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Nara travel guide
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Map
158-5 Kasuganocho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8212

What's nearby

  • A group of deer in a grassy area with trees in the background.
    Nara Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A traditional Japanese temple with red torii gates and lanterns.
    Kasuga Shrine
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The entrance to the National Museum in Tokyo, Japan, with a stone pathway leading to a pond and a fountain.
    Nara National Museum
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A large Buddha statue in a temple with a crowd of people around it.
    Todaiji Temple
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A traditional Japanese temple with a multi-tiered pagoda, surrounded by a serene landscape with trees and a clear blue sky.
    Kofuku-ji Temple
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kyōbate Station
    5 min drive
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    85 min drive

Restaurants

  • 和風レストラン 三山
    10 min walk
  • 鹿屋 本店
    10 min walk
  • Cafe Conce
    10 min walk
  • 水谷茶屋(Mizuya-Chaya)
    1 min walk
  • ゐざさ
    11 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

  • Offsite parking available (JPY 1,500 per night); reservations required

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • 若草山パレット

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 1500 per night (984 ft away)
  • Laundry fee: JPY 300

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 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 only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Deer Park Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Deer Park Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Deer Park Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Deer Park Inn located?

Situated in the historical district, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Nara Park and Todaiji Temple. Kasuga Shrine and Manyo Botanical Garden are also within 5 minutes. Kintetsu-Nara Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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

The Deer Park Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 245 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Super friendly staff, in a magical place in the deer park surrounded by nature, some great little shops, shrines, and animals. Nara was the absolute highlight of my trip to Japan and this Inn was a dream to stay at. We loved our time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice guest house Clean and located in the park. Warm welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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It was clean, the bed was comfy, and we had deers outside our window, it was great, and only a little walk for 711.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The bed was firm.. that’s the only negative. Everything else was amazing. The staff response time was fast. The facility was amazing. The location; you couldn’t ask for better.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were all very friendly and helpful, spoke English. It can be a bit loud depending on your neighbors but the room itself is so cozy and perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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Staff very helpful. Parking was expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were so sweet and helpful here. It is so convenient since everything in the park closes early as well as transportation, so if you are staying to see the deer it is a perfect place to do so.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved it here. Such a beautiful special place. Lovely staff. Beautiful view our my window. Comfortable bed. If you go to Nara staying here is a great escape surrounded by the parl
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Superb location and friendly staff. The rooms are a little close which could be loud.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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What an Oasis!

What a delightful spot to get away from big city vibes and get close to nature in Nara Park! Incredible staff that even let me check in early as my room was ready. Everything you need at an affordable price with a great atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Quiet little Inn at the top of the town. Easy to access the Mt Wakakusa walk and about a 30 minute walk into the towns centre! We loved seeing the deer right outside our window.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice spot in nara

Nice spot neer the deer and nara park. Close to restaurant, nice hike. Comfy but pillow really hard. Will definitly came back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Other than the area around the inn having very few restaurants that all close around 4-5 pm (which is to be expected because it's in the park) which led us to walk a good while to get groceries, we had a very nice stay and even found that to accommodate for the lack of stores nearby, there are some instant ramens and other food to purchase in the common area for dinner past five pm. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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This lodging was perfect for visiting the park. Facility was clean, quiet, our room was spacious, & the staff very friendly. They let us know about evening lantern event, and breakfast available for purchase at 9am in a cafe near by. Location in the park is convienent for some travelers without transportation visiting the park. It was a short hike from the bus stop at the museum. Could use a sign at the bottom of hill on bus route for lodging location. Of the park workers we asked, no one seemed to know where "The Deer Park Inn" was located. We followed the walking route on google maps to find it from the museum. As a hostel our room had western style bunk beds, which were nice. Property is not wheelchair accessible. They do provide this information on thier website, but take note it is located on a hill & there are many stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Kind staff and great location, close to many sights in Nara.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Best location in Nara

Charming comfortable and simple hotel with great service, big rooms and the best location in Nara park with deer and nature all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was comfy and actually very spacious. Food near by closes super early so if you're walking keep that in mind. I would recommend an eye mask since the sun rises early and there are only blinds and not curtains! Other than that very charming place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Unique location and super close interaction with deers. Staff are very approachable and helpful. Truly a hidden gem in Nara Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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What an amazing place to stay in Nara.. if you dont mind the walk is a beautiful area so no need to take buses to the hostel. Lovely receptionist as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Deers
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is located right by Wakakusayama, so quiet, deer sitting in front of hotel, super nice morning walk area! Owner was friendly, gave us good information. You can cook your own food at kitchen, so you can stay long. room was just like own bedroom, very comfortable. The bathrooms are not in your room, but very clean! My daughter loved here, so we will go back again!!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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This hostel is near the historic shines but some distance from anywhere that serves food after 4 PM. Be prepared to walk into town and back after the buses stop running around 5 PM.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Felt very welcome and also thankful to the staff who recommended that we get food before everything closed in the area. They sent emails prior, to warn us which was great. The hotel is a little old but clean. I had a very simple room with a double bed and AC unit, shared bathroom and shower. They let us store our luggage a few hours in the morning after check out. Overall loved how close it was to the temples. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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This is 100% the best place to stay at of you want to have the most authentic Nara Deer experience. When my partner and I were arriving late to check in the clerk stayed an extra 30 min waiting for us. She is a hero!🙏 The place is 30 min from the downtown area so do order or buy food for dinner as you wont find anything nearby, but its 100% worth it because of the location and the staff! Thank you so much for having us and being great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025