Name: NARA Visitor Center and Inn
Address: 630-8361 Nara, Nara, Ikeno-cho 3, Japan, Ikeno-cho 3, Nara, 630-8361, Japan
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $39 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.3

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Hotel NARA Visitor Center and Inn

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At this point in my vacation I needed an American sized room. I was dissatisfied with other hotels and their tiny rooms. I was soooo happy to see I could stretch out. The staff was amazing! The young lady spoke very good English.

Nathan

United States of America

We truly appreciated the cultural experiences there like the origami-making, the shodo lessons, the lessons on history of Nara by the staff, the English-speaking staff and the exceptional location right on the edge of the deer park and the Nara town with the many eating places. The manager even changed our rooms to give us one with a view of the pond and the pagoda. What I personally liked was how the staff went out of their way to engage you from the minute you arrived. Just so exceptional and truly exhibiting the Japanese hospitality of "omotenashi" !

Glenn

United States of America

Awesome tatami and facilities! And love the fact that it has public bathroom like hot spring hotel! location is also great since it is so close to the main street.

Isaac

United States of America

I reserved a tatami room with private facilities. I did not expect a large 4 person room overlooking the sarusawa pond and the Five Storey Pagoda. Add to this a very helpful information center, a combini on ground floor, a public bath. Stunning bargain.

Michael

Netherlands

I stay here every time I go to Nara, friendly staff and best location.

Daniel

Canada

The staff was very friendly and super helpful, which is to be expected since it is inside the tourist information office. We signed up for the Wednesday afternoon tea ceremony, which was very enjoyable.

Andi

United States of America

Chose a tatami room. Great view of Tofukuji and lake, convenient to other sites in Nara that wanted to visit. Availability of computer and able to leave luggage for the day of check out. Stayed in two different rooms, both tatami, so had to move out of room by 10 am for 3 nights I stayed there.

Judith

United States of America

The view, the convenient location for all the relevant sightseeing, shops and restaurants All in all a great Japanese experience!

Rita

Switzerland

The hotel staff was very nice and great with kids.

Japan

GREAT location, kind and helpful staff and free luggage storage prior to check in and after check out! We had the Japanese traditional room which was beautiful and included an amazing view of the nearby pond and temple! Great location (minutes away from the temples, garden and of course deer!!)

Alison

Canada

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What guests loved the most:
“At this point in my vacation I needed an American sized room. I was dissatisfied with other hotels and their tiny rooms. I was soooo happy to see I could stretch out. The staff was amazing!”

Nathan United States of America
“We truly appreciated the cultural experiences there like the origami-making, the shodo lessons, the lessons on history of Nara by the staff, the English-speaking staff and the exceptional location...”

Glenn United States of America
“Awesome tatami and facilities! And love the fact that it has public bathroom like hot spring hotel! location is also great since it is so close to the main street.”

Isaac United States of America
“I reserved a tatami room with private facilities. I did not expect a large 4 person room overlooking the sarusawa pond and the Five Storey Pagoda.”

Michael Netherlands
“I stay here every time I go to Nara, friendly staff and best location.”

Daniel Canada
“The staff was very friendly and super helpful, which is to be expected since it is inside the tourist information office.”

Andi United States of America
“Chose a tatami room. Great view of Tofukuji and lake, convenient to other sites in Nara that wanted to visit. Availability of computer and able to leave luggage for the day of check out.”

Judith United States of America
“The view, the convenient location for all the relevant sightseeing, shops and restaurants All in all a great Japanese experience!”

Rita Switzerland
“The hotel staff was very nice and great with kids.”

Jr Japan
“GREAT location, kind and helpful staff and free luggage storage prior to check in and after check out!”

Alison Canada

The Nara Visitor Center and Inn is located in the heart of Nara, just a 3-minute walk from Kofuku-ji Temple and Naramachi. The Todai-ji Temple and Deer Park are a 10-minute stroll away, while Nara Station on the Kintetsu Line is a 7-minute walk. JR Nara Station is 14-minutes away on foot.

All guest rooms feature air conditioning and heating, and are equipped with a fridge and flat-screen TV. Japanese samue nightwear are available to all staying guests. Some units come equipped with an private bathroom with a shower, while some Japanese-style rooms come with an en suite shower. Japanese-style rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding.

The property offers free WiFi access and a 24-hour front desk. Luggage storage is available. There is a public bath on site, where guests will find free toiletries and hairdryers. A coin launderette, a shared kitchen and free-use internet PCs are offered on site.

The on-site tourist information desk offers information in English, Chinese and Korean. Services offered at the desk include transport and meal tickets at a discount, currency exchange, bike hire at a charge, cultural activities at an additional charge, such as Japanese calligraphy lessons, and tour arrangements. Some cultural activities such as origami folding are offered free of charge.

This is our guests' favorite part of Nara, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.1 for two-person stays.

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Located in the best-rated area in Nara, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Max adults: 3. Max children: 1	Twin Room with Sofa Bed 2 twin beds and 1 sofa bed
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Max adults: 3. Max children: 1	Japanese-Style Standard Room 3 futon beds
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Max adults: 4. Max children: 1	Japanese-Style Superior Room 4 futon beds
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Max adults: 5. Max children: 1	Japanese-Style Deluxe Room 5 futon beds
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Max adults: 4. Max children: 1	Quadruple Room with Mountain View 4 futon beds
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Hotel surroundings

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Closest Landmarks *

Naramachi
0.2 miles
Gangoji Temple
0.2 miles
Kofuku-ji
0.3 miles
Nara National Museum
0.4 miles
Kintetsu Nara Station
0.4 miles
Nara Prefectural Art Museum
0.4 miles
Isui-en
0.5 miles
Nara Station
0.7 miles
Todaiji Temple
0.7 miles
Nara Park
0.8 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Kana Kana Cafe/Bar
0.3 miles
Yamato-Mikasa Restaurant
0.5 miles

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Wakakusa-mountain Mountain
2.7 miles
sarusawa-ike Lake
0 miles

Closest Airports *

Itami Airport
23.5 miles
Kobe Airport
34.7 miles
Kansai International Airport
37.5 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The view, the style of the room, the cosiness, the staff, the location!”

Aupirit83

Australia

9.1

“Center has a lot of attractions for cultural experience. You can try kimono, ninja, sumo suit, do origami or calligraphy for free for all tourists. Also everyon...”

Yuliia

Spain

“Picture from window was worth all the money, reception was friendly and onsen, was relaxin, property is close to temples and still quiet.”

Ievgenii

Poland

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3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 7 and above are considered adults at this property.

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There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

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There's no age requirement for check-in

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Pets are not allowed.

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Please contact the property directly for more details regarding the cultural activities offered to guests during their stay.

In total, there are 32 rooms at NARA Visitor Center and Inn.

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From the nearest airport, you can get to NARA Visitor Center and Inn by:
- Bus 90 minutes
Check-in at NARA Visitor Center and Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
Room options at NARA Visitor Center and Inn include:
- Triple
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- Family

“At this point in my vacation I needed an American sized room. I was dissatisfied with other hotels and their tiny rooms. I was soooo happy to see I could stretch out. The staff was amazing! The young lady spoke very good English.”

“We truly appreciated the cultural experiences there like the origami-making, the shodo lessons, the lessons on history of Nara by the staff, the English-speaking staff and the exceptional location right on the edge of the deer park and the Nara town with the many eating places. The manager even changed our rooms to give us one with a view of the pond and the pagoda. What I personally liked was how the staff went out of their way to engage you from the minute you arrived. Just so exceptional and truly exhibiting the Japanese hospitality of "omotenashi" !”

“Awesome tatami and facilities! And love the fact that it has public bathroom like hot spring hotel! location is also great since it is so close to the main street.”

“I reserved a tatami room with private facilities. I did not expect a large 4 person room overlooking the sarusawa pond and the Five Storey Pagoda. Add to this a very helpful information center, a combini on ground floor, a public bath. Stunning bargain.”

“The staff was very friendly and super helpful, which is to be expected since it is inside the tourist information office. We signed up for the Wednesday afternoon tea ceremony, which was very enjoyable.”

“Chose a tatami room. Great view of Tofukuji and lake, convenient to other sites in Nara that wanted to visit. Availability of computer and able to leave luggage for the day of check out. Stayed in two different rooms, both tatami, so had to move out of room by 10 am for 3 nights I stayed there.”

“GREAT location, kind and helpful staff and free luggage storage prior to check in and after check out! We had the Japanese traditional room which was beautiful and included an amazing view of the nearby pond and temple! Great location (minutes away from the temples, garden and of course deer!!)”

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Reviewed: December 6, 2019

Anonymous
Japan
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Perfect location and extremely friendly and helpful personnel. Very good.
Reviewed: December 3, 2019

Yeow
Singapore

4 helpful votes
10

“Spacious and clean Japanese style room with great view!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing
The room and bathroom are sparklingly clean! The counter staff are really well trained and serve well with passion. The Japanese style room is very spacious with a great view of Kofukuji Temple and Sarusawanoike Pond. It's nice to have a public bath for the guests. There are many activities arranged for guests, but too bad I did not have the time to join. Absolutely value for money.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: December 2, 2019

Anela
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing. It was great
Location. Room. Everything.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: December 2, 2019

Hiu
Hong Kong
9.0

“friendly staff. Tourist information at the entrance”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
vent in the bathroom is dusty. same problem as last trip.
enjoy seeing deers outside the window in the early morning. friendly staff. Tourist information at the entrance

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 2, 2019

Hiu
Hong Kong
9.0

“enjoy seeing deers outside the window in the early morning.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 5 nights
the vent in the bathroom is duty. same problem as my last trip!
friendly staff, good location, enjoy seeing deers outside the window in the early morning.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 22, 2019

Nathan
United States of America
10

“They seemed so happy to see me!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The pillows.
At this point in my vacation I needed an American sized room. I was dissatisfied with other hotels and their tiny rooms. I was soooo happy to see I could stretch out. The staff was amazing! The young lady spoke very good English.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 22, 2019

Glenn
United States of America
10

“You could sincerely feel the staff's pride and love of Nara whenever you speak with them!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing!....Everything was just great!
We truly appreciated the cultural experiences there like the origami-making, the shodo lessons, the lessons on history of Nara by the staff, the English-speaking staff and the exceptional location right on the edge of the deer park and the Nara town with the many eating places. The manager even changed our rooms to give us one with a view of the pond and the pagoda. What I personally liked was how the staff went out of their way to engage you from the minute you arrived. Just so exceptional and truly exhibiting the Japanese hospitality of "omotenashi" !

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 18, 2019

Aupirit83
Australia

1 helpful vote
9.2

“Great location in the heart of Nara”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The thin walls and floors. As you could hear and feel people walking and the vibrations.
The view, the style of the room, the cosiness, the staff, the location!

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 17, 2019

Anonymous
Singapore
9.0

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
Great view from the Japanese type room which was very clean and an interesting experience sleeping on futons and tatami mats. Located near the main shopping area, train station and sightseeing places. The staff is absolutely friendly and helpful. The room for 5 felt just right for 3!

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 16, 2019

Marcia
Switzerland
9.6

“Yes”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 15, 2019

Yuliia
Spain

5 helpful votes
10

“Great cultural experience ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Center has a lot of attractions for cultural experience. You can try kimono, ninja, sumo suit, do origami or calligraphy for free for all tourists. Also everyone can take a break there, charge phone, use internet, laptops, leave baggage in storage and all for free for every tourist. For hotel guests there is bath in Japanese style also free of charge. Staff was very nice and helpful. Location is amazing. Close to lake and Nara park.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 15, 2019

Ievgenii
Poland
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Picture from window was worth all the money, reception was friendly and onsen, was relaxin, property is close to temples and still quiet.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 15, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The noise from the next room’s shower was so noisy at midnight and it disturbed our sleep.
The location and the view from the room were very good. Staff members were very friendly and pleasant. The big bath in the basement was nice.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 14, 2019

Startacked
Netherlands

16 helpful votes
9.6

“Great location, beautiful view from the room”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing.
Beautiful and big room with tatami mats and sliding paper doors with fantastic view on a lake and the pagoda. You sleep on a futon which is a matress on the tatami mats. Shower/ bath were fine. Wifi was good. Public bath in the basement was nice. It's clean and quiet. Grocerie store in the basement. Excellent location, you can reach most of the temples/ shrines by foot. Staff was helpfull.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 13, 2019

Xinran
China
8.0

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A little too hot in the room during winter because of the air conditioner.... the window may have been locked and cannot open for air exchange...
Good service here. Wonderful public space in the building. Plus fantastic visitor center downstairs! BTW what is the brand of the shampoo provided ? It fits me soooo much!

Stayed in November 2019

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