Wakasa Annex

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

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About this property

Wakasa Annex features an outdoor hot public bath and free WiFi. Other facilities include a 24-hour reception, drinks vending machines and free parking. Todai-ji Temple is only an 8-minute walk. Soundproof rooms feature a serene interior with a tatami (woven-straw) floor, low furniture and shoji paper screens. Amenities include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge and toiletries. Guests sleep in Japanese futon bedding, and the rooms come with an all-wooden bathroom. Luggage storage is offered before and after check-in/check-out. English maps for exploring the area are available, and the property staff organises free tours guided in English for staying guests. Annex Wakasa serves Japanese cuisine for breakfast and dinner at the dining area. Dinner is a traditional kaiseki multi-course meal featuring seasonal dishes. The hotel is an 8-minute walk from Japanese garden Isui-en, and a 15-minute walk from Nara Park. Nara Train Station is a 12-minute walk, while Kansai Airport is 80 minutes by bus.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Nara, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

  • Free private parking available on-site

  • Public Bath

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6 futon beds
3 futon beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Marc
Australia Australia
“We loved the ambience of these premises. Very serene from the moment we came in when we were greeted with a delicious welcome drink. We really enjoyed the vibe of the rooftop garden at night.”
Douglas
Australia Australia
“Traditional Japanese breakfast was if a very high Stan standard and the service could not be faulted”
Tianxiang
China China
“Impressive japan-style room decorated with Nara deer furniture that makes us immense into real Japan culture”
Massimiliano
Italy Italy
“The warm welcome and the characteristic japanese atmosphere of a ryokan.”
Dave
Australia Australia
“Clean, comfy, lovely baths, close to everything and yummy breakfast.”
Vasja
Iceland Iceland
“Everything exceptional, with big care for every single guest. One of my top rated places, where i stayed. I can just say - Thank you for all!”
Ellie
Australia Australia
“This place is amazing. The staff are so attentive and helpful and the onsen is lovely. The whole place has a very welcoming, relaxing vibe. It is beautiful.”
Lg
Canada Canada
“From the very first moment we arrived, we were blown away by the beautiful decor/landscaping and hospitable staff. The staff member(s) were excellent in explaining how to stay in a ryokan (as visitors with no experience, this was very helpful) by...”
Chai
Singapore Singapore
“it went more than well.... I can't think of anything I do not like. If I come to Nara again , will definitely stay again.”
Ira23
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“everything about the place food and the experience”

Hosted by Naohiro Shimotani

9.6
Host review score
Naohiro Shimotani
We can keep your bags before and after check in. English sightseeing map and information are available. Sightseeing （Our hotel is located in the area of　Nara Park and the Daibutsuden Hall of Todaiji Temple.） Please take a taxi to our hotel from the station. 5 minutes on foot to Nara Park where you can play with wild deer. 7 minutes on foot to the Daibutuden　Hall of Todaiji Temple. Our hotel's location is very convenient for sightseeing, close to Nigatsudo Hall, Mt. Wakakusa, Kasuga-taisha Shrine, National Museum, Kohfukuji Temple and the old town of Nara. Strolling We recommend strolling in the early morning and seeing night view around our hotel. English　Guideｄ Tour For foreign tourists, Ｆｒｅｅ English guide for sightseeing spots in Nara is available (Advance reservation is required). It is an individual tour.
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5 minutes on foot to Nara Park where you can play with wild deer. 7 minutes on foot to the Daibutuden　Hall of Todaiji Temple. Our hotel's location is very convenient for sightseeing, close to Nigatsudo Hall, Mt. Wakakusa, Kasuga-taisha Shrine, National Museum, Kohfukuji Temple and the old town of Nara. Strolling We recommend strolling in the early morning and seeing night view around our hotel.
Languages spoken: English,Japanese,Chinese

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
レストラン #1
  • Cuisine
    Asian
  • Ambiance
    Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 00:00 and 05:30
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Children 12 years and younger cannot be accommodated at this hotel. Please note that adult rates are applicable to children 13 years and older. Please contact the property for more details.

Guests arriving after check-in hours (22:00) must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. If the property is not informed, the booking may be treated as a no show.

Guests with half-board reservation must check in before 19:00 to eat dinner at the property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner and no refund will be given.

Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.

Please contact the property directly for any details regarding the guided English tours. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.