Ryokans in Nara

I loved everything about it. The food was exceptional.

Impressive japan-style room decorated with Nara deer furniture that makes us immense into real Japan culture

Lovely owner, beautiful part of Nara and a wonderful Japanese breakfast!

It was fascinating and extraordinary experience during this whole visiting. I strongly recommend this to everyone! Hospitalities and nice also great facilities.

Amazing location, very beautiful hotel with a Japanese touch - staff where very polite and helpful and to top it off incredible dinner experience and no other way to end a perfect stay then with a hot onsen would highly recommend this hotel made both my wife and I's stay extra special - thank you for the amazing hospitality Regards Anthony

I've stayed at a lot of ryokans in Japan (and a lot of hotels). This one might be my very favorite, though it's hard to have a favorite. I can say that it is so exceptional, I've been twice and will likely go again. It's not cheap! But you get so much for what you pay. It's not possible to stay anywhere else in the Kasuga woods and so if that kind of thing matters to you, then know that you go to sleep and wake up deep in these primordial woods. You might hear the flying squirrels at night--or see one at dinner, as we did. The air is clean and old and heavenly. The little ramps connecting rooms feel like something out of Heian Japan. The lighting is subtle, but still dramatic so you feel lifted into another world at night. Subtle things like the sound of falling water connect you to the elements. There is nothing over-processed here, or over stylized, as in modern hotels. If you prefer an "Andaz" or "Ritz Carlton" type of thing, then this is not for you. If you want something that feels utterly Japanese, then this is for you. The baths are both exquisite, as are the rooms. And the Kyoto style food was out of this world. Again, if you need a hamburger for dinner, then this place won't be for you either. But if you like exquisite, inventive, seasonal and utterly surprising Kaiseki food, that is still charming and inviting, then nothing is like Tsukihitei. And as a bonus, you are right by the foothills of a gorgeous mountain walk. Everything from the staff, to the snacks (which are plentiful) to the flower arrangements are beautifully chosen. Tsukihitei has also managed to maintain hallmarks of ryokan service (making your futon), without being intrusive. I've been in ryokan where the staff are constantly with you, and that is exhausting. That doesn't happen here. If you are looking for a pure Kansai and Japanese experience, I'm not sure where you will have a better stay.

It was awesome experience. Location is great plus close to nice restaurant & family mart

Very luxury & spacious with good privacy for couple

Great staff, helped with keeping our luggage until check-in time. Also great private spa!

Our Ryokan experience was impeccable!!! from the service, food and facilities, everything was beyond my expectation.. The staffs are very nice and respectful! I highly recommend this hotel!