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Smile Hotel Nara

Property class: 2.5

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Located close to Sarusawa Pond Park and Kofuku-ji Temple, Smile Hotel Nara provides laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$24
26 Aug - 27 Aug

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a single bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view of buildings.

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk with a computer, and a window with a view.

Twin Room, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a single bed, a desk with a television, a lamp, and a window with a view of a cityscape.

Double Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room Non-smoking

Down duvets, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Double Room Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room Non-smoking

Down duvets, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Superior Double Room Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room Non-smoking

Down duvets, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Twin Room Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Non Smoking- 2 Nights Minimum

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Nara, Smile Hotel Nara is in the city centre. Nara Woman's University and Kofuku-ji Temple are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nara Park and Sarusawa Pond Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Nara Kenko Land. Visit our Nara travel guide
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4-21 Sanjo Honmachi, Nara, 630-8122

What's nearby

  • A traditional Japanese torii gate with a red frame, surrounded by lush greenery and stone lanterns.
    Nara Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A placard with Japanese text on a stone by a calm river, with buildings and trees in the background.
    Sarusawa Pond Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A traditional Japanese pagoda surrounded by lush greenery.
    Kofuku-ji Temple
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall
    3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Nara Woman's University
    4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Nara Station
    7 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    76 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    4 min walk
  • CHAMI
    12 min walk
  • 天理スタミナラーメン JR奈良駅前店
    6 min walk
  • カフェ エトランジェ ナラッド
    10 min walk
  • Seattle's Best Coffee
    13 min walk

About this property

Smile Hotel Nara

  • Hotel near Nara Park
  • Located close to Sarusawa Pond Park and Kofuku-ji Temple, Smile Hotel Nara provides laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
    • A lift, smoke-free property and a vending machine
  • Room features
  • All 175 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bidets, shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • Fridges, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,200 for adults and JPY 1,200 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 1200 for adults and from JPY 1200 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Smile Hotel Nara pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Smile Hotel Nara?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smile Hotel Nara on 26 Aug 2026 start from AU$24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Smile Hotel Nara?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Smile Hotel Nara?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Smile Hotel Nara?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Smile Hotel Nara located?

Located in the heart of Nara, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Nara Park and Sarusawa Pond Park. Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara Woman's University are also within 1 mi (2 km). Nara Station is 7 minutes by foot and Kintetsu-Nara Station is 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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