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Hotel Nikko Nara

4.0 star property
Hotel with 3 restaurants, near Nara Park

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Located close to Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara National Museum, Hotel Nikko Nara offers a luxurious retreat with shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and 4 restaurants. Indulge in thalassotherapy at the spa or unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is CNY703
CNY773 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19

Why we love this property

Spa and wellness paradise
Hotel features a spa with thalassotherapy, in-room massages, and a fitness room. Deep soaking tubs enhance the wellness experience.
Culinary adventure awaits
Japanese flavors tempt at the restaurant, while 2 other dining spots offer variety. A cafe and bar complete the scene, with buffet breakfast to start each day.
Premium sleep comfort
Deep soaking tubs await in every room. Premium bedding, down comforters, and a pillow menu ensure blissful sleep behind blackout drapes.

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Economy Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Moderate Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 1-2 person) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Moderate Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 1-2 person)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Large Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 1-2 person) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Large Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 1-2 person)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Moderate Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 3 people) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Moderate Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 3 people)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Large Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 3 people) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Large Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 3 people)

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Large Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 4 people) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Large Twin Room, Non Smoking (For 4 people)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
8-1 Sanjo-hommachi, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8122

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Nara National Museum - 6 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 75 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 87 min drive
  • Nara Station - 1 min walk
  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 14 min walk
  • Shin-Omiya Station - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪三条坊 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪モスバーガー - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪奈良のうまいものプラザ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪セリーナ - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Nikko Nara

When you stay at Hotel Nikko Nara, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Nara Park and Kofuku-ji Temple. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with massages or thalassotherapy, and SERENA, one of 3 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A fitness center and a bar/lounge are other highlights. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 330 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Breakfast is not included in the breakfast rates for children 4-6 years old, and can be requested onsite for the listed child breakfast fee. The breakfast fee for children ages 0-3 is at no charge.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (JPY 900 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Bed rails
  • Stroller

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Lockers available
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including thalassotherapy. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals).

Dining

SERENA - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
YOSHINO - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.
ICHO - This steakhouse serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Sakura Quality, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 3500 for adults and JPY 1900 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Self parking costs JPY 900 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Also known as

Hotel Nikko Nara
Nikko Nara
Hotel Nikko Nara Nara
Hotel Nikko Nara Hotel
Hotel Nikko Nara Hotel Nara

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Nikko Nara offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Nikko Nara does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Nikko Nara?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Nikko Nara?

Yes. Self parking costs JPY 900 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Nikko Nara?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Hotel Nikko Nara and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and make the most of other amenities like a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Nikko Nara?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring Japanese cuisine.

Does Hotel Nikko Nara have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Hotel Nikko Nara like?

Hotel Nikko Nara is in the heart of Nara, a short 1-minute walk from Nara Station and 14 minutes' walk from Nara Park. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Hotel Nikko Nara Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, amazing, and superb with a variety of options. (18 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

The location of the hotel is excellent, right next to Nara Train station. Staffs are friendly and helpful. Room did shows its age but acceptable. Good for something who enjoy old school style.
Man Hon Donald, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Spotless hotel, great staff, amazing breakfast, easy access to transportation, the park and shopping.
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location with good breakfast!

This hotel location is excellent, the house keeping is very clean , although a bit old , but the price is very reasonable, with very nice breakfast!!!
Kim fah, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay and trip in Nara
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice amenities
Sam, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Old hotel. Pretty solid location nonetheless. Nara is a good spot for transportation, and the hotel is perfectly next to the station.
Brandon, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great
George, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

nice place
Oleg, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel staff are very nice
Manami Y, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location

A lovely stay in a hotel very close to the train station. Very efficient and welcoming staff, free drinks during the afternoon. A lovely buffet style breakfast.
Stephen, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Breakfast buffet was the best! I could enjoy a variety of Nara’s original food
SUNYI, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in a relaxing setting. Good place to explore.
Tushar, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay and tklll
Victoria, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Very dated rooms, in need of renovation
Henry, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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YIU TUNG, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

A somewhat chaotic and dated hotel by the train station. The rooms are quite small, even by Japanese standards. Definitely feels dated overall. The staff was very nice and very helpful, which definitely makes the experience a lot better. Breakfast was good, although maybe a tad expensive.
Ignacio, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A very nice stay in Nara in the middle of the center to visit the nara deer park and the shopping street. The hotelroom was clean and very big. A really nice hotel for a stay with your family and kids
Christoph, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Elegant venue for banquets and weekenders. Lots of senior guests. Great access to trains Probably the best hotel experience ever.
Justin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We really liked the location, and the hotel itself. We would go back again.....
JAIME, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant location. The rooftop view. Wow!! Rooms great size with awesome views of the city. Truly enjoyed are last night here after visiting Japan for 20 days. Hope to visit again one day. Deb & Rick
Debbie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Locations convenient for transportation,shopping etc.
Yoshie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love it! Great Value! The best staff! Great location. Breakfast was superb.
Justin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

great hotel no issues
Petar, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was really cool! Right next to the station but was very quiet! Also lived that you can lock your bags up/utilize a locker to store bags while waiting for check in so you can explore Nara worry free! Staff was very nice and the restaurant in the hotel was a great experience!!
Nicole, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

nice
Haruki, 1-night trip