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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
    From
    US$406
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews
    From
    US$168
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
    From
    US$147
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 761 reviews
    From
    US$163
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
    From
    US$614
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
    From
    US$186
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews
    From
    US$282
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,160 reviews
    From
    US$73
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
    From
    US$178
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 538 reviews
    From
    US$268
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 442 reviews
    From
    US$149
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews
    From
    US$47
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews
    From
    US$219
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
    From
    US$110
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
    From
    US$168
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
    From
    US$150
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
    From
    US$135
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
    From
    US$419
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews
    From
    US$116
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
    From
    US$190
    1 night, 2 adults

Looking for a ryokan?

Experience culture authentically with a stay at this traditional Japanese-style accommodation. Sleep on the floor (on a futon roll) in a room furnished with tatami flooring and sliding doors. Guests can often expect access to a communal bath plus a complimentary Japanese garment called a yukata.

Most booked ryokans in Nara and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 442 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 970 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 538 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,160 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Nara

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 761 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these ryokans in Nara and nearby

Hotel Asyl Nara

Nara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews

Just a 5-minute walk from JR Nara Train Station and a 10-minute walk from Nara Park, Hotel Asyl Nara, which was awarded two red pavilions by the Michelin Guide 2013, offers free public baths, a...

From US$167.35 per night

Nara Hakushikaso

Nara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 442 reviews

Offering public baths, OYO旅館 奈良白鹿荘 Nara is just a 2-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Train Station. The air-conditioned rooms feature free Wi-Fi and a full private bathroom.

Kasuga Hotel

Nara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 538 reviews

A 2-minute walk from Kintetsu-Nara Station, a 5-minute taxi ride from JR Nara Train Station and a 5-minute walk from Kofuku-ji Temple, Kasuga Hotel features Japanese cuisine and beautiful hot public...

From US$316.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 970 reviews

Offering a shared lounge and city view, Ryokan Kousen Kazeya Group is situated in Nara, 1.8 km from Nara Station and 19 km from Iwafune Shrine.

Daibutsukan

Nara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

Daibutsukan is situated in Nara, 1.9 km from Nara Station, 19 km from Iwafune Shrine, as well as 23 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium.

From US$129.29 per night

Kanko Hotel Tamaru

Nara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Kanko Hotel Tamaru is situated in Nara, 2.3 km from Nara Station, 19 km from Iwafune Shrine, and 23 km from Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church.

Nara Park Hotel

Nara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

Offering mountain views, Nara Park Hotel is an accommodation set in Nara, 5.4 km from Nara Station and 13 km from Iwafune Shrine.

Hotel Mimatsu

Nara
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Set in Nara and only 1.1 km from Nara Station, Hotel Mimatsu offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This 2-star ryokan offers a lift and luggage storage space.

From US$129.29 per night

Highly rated ryokans in Nara and nearby

Sarusawaike Yoshidaya

Nara
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews

Offering public baths, Sarusawaike Yoshidaya is situated in front of Sarusawa-ike Pond. Kofuku-ji Temple is just a 2-minute walk away. Free WiFi is available on site.

These ryokans in Nara and nearby have non-smoking options

Tenpyo Ryokan

Nara
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews

Set within 1.7 km of Nara Station and 18 km of Iwafune Shrine in Nara, Tenpyo Ryokan offers accommodation with seating area.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 970 reviews
Friendly staff in a clean and quiet ryokan style hotel right next to Naramachi, central Nara, and the park. The rooms were nice with a tatami area as well as a little reading space next to the windows overlooking the pond.
Guest review by
Daniel
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 442 reviews
Extremely friendly staff, the kaiseki dinner was delicious with a lot of variety, same for the breakfast (opted for Japanese style). Everything was clean, the room was amazing, clean yukatas and haoris were provided daily, the futon beds were very comfortable. This Ryokan is very well located as it's very close to the Kintetsu-Nara train station (with direct trains to both Kyoto and Osaka) and the main streets while still in a very quiet area. Definitely recommend to anyone staying in Nara, either for just one night or for a few days!
Guest review by
Miguel
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,160 reviews
Beautiful ryokan with English-speaking staff and a private-use onsen. Only a 10 minute walk from Kintetsu-Nara Station and close to Nara Park and located in a gorgeous part of town. Beds (futons) were very comfortable, free wifi, large room - I would stay here again if in Nara.
Guest review by
Natalie
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$316.03
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 538 reviews
The onsen was amazing and the breakfast was one of the most unique experiences in Nara! Recommend if you want to live the Japanese experience having and amazing time in a tatami room, sleeping in a Futon and having an amazing view from an onsen ❤️
Guest review by
Martínez Moroy
People with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,160 reviews
This place was exactly what I was looking for. A quiet ryokan with a private tattoo-friendly onsen. My room was big and the futon was very comfy. I appreciated the complimentary water and a kettle to make tea. Everything was so good, thank you! I will definitely come back.
Guest review by
Annarita
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,160 reviews
The room was perfectly cleaned and was convenient and quiet, typical tatami floors and futon bed to sleep on. The area is quiet but very central and within walking distance to all major attractions. The staff was very helpful and polite and they accommodated all of my requests. The private onsen is amazing to have and I enjoyed it very much. Would highly recommend staying here!
Guest review by
Eleni
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 970 reviews
My son and I loved this ryokan. We had previously paid $300 per night at a ryonkan of similar standard in Kyoto and this was almost as much value for a much lower price. The room was huge. The location was the best we'd had during our stay as it is right near the food market and main part of town. The staff were so lovely. The Onsen was wonderful although I recommend getting there soon after 5pm when it is filled as it cools down quickly. The futons and pillows were too hard for us but that is just personal preference.
Guest review by
Krista
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
The Ryokan is literally 1min walk from the station, in a peatonal street full of shops. The personal was very kind and they were always trying to help. They took care of our luggage before the check in and after the check out. The room was amazing with tatami floor and they left a yukata for each gest. The Onsen was amazing and very relaxing. The breakfast was incredible, everything in the menu was amazing and very tasty. 100% recommended
Guest review by
Elías
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Lovely spacious tatami room, very comfortable futon. Room did have ensuite bathroom, but we enjoyed the nice big hot shared baths available, much like going to a sento. Yukata were provided too. Teas and senbei in the room were very welcoming.
Guest review by
Michi
Family with young children
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