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Next weekend
18 Sept - 20 Sept
In two weeks
25 Sept - 27 Sept
In one month
9 Oct - 11 Oct
In two months
6 Nov - 8 Nov
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Recommended hotels in Nara

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1. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara Natural Hot Springs

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara Natural Hot Springs
3.5 star property
Nara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (732 reviews)
"clean room nice and helpful staff great location I will stay there again"
United States
Eglis
The price is AU$94
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara Natural Hot Springs
Hot springs

2. Onyado Nono Nara Natural Hot Spring

Onyado Nono Nara Natural Hot Spring
3.0 star property
Nara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,070 reviews)
"Love the hotel. great for family with kids!"
United States
Kit U
The price is AU$105
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Onyado Nono Nara Natural Hot Spring
Lobby

3. Novotel Nara

Novotel Nara
5.0 star property
Nara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (413 reviews)
"Had a great stay overall. The staff were exceptionally friendly and welcoming from check-in to check-out. The room was spotless, cozy, and provided a very comfortable night’s rest. Breakfast offered a wide variety of delicious options, though the dining area can get quite busy during peak morning hours. Would gladly stay here again!"
Hong Kong SAR China
Stephen
The price is AU$108
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Novotel Nara
Lobby

4. APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae

APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae
3.0 star property
Nara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (643 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
khiem
The price is AU$66
7 Sept - 8 Sept
APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae
View from room

5. Piazza Hotel Nara

Piazza Hotel Nara
3.5 star property
Nara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (828 reviews)
"very convenient great place to stay."
United States
Breanne
The price is AU$85
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Piazza Hotel Nara
Lobby sitting area

6. Henn na Hotel Premier Nara

Henn na Hotel Premier Nara
3.0 star property
Nara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (510 reviews)
"I liked everything about this hotel and will definitely book again next time."
United States
Dung
The price is AU$59
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Henn na Hotel Premier Nara
Exterior

7. Hotel Tenpyo Naramachi

Hotel Tenpyo Naramachi
3.0 star property
Naramachi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (179 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Rafael
The price is AU$145
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hotel Tenpyo Naramachi
Lobby

8. IROHA GRAND HOTEL KINTETSUNARAEKIMAE

IROHA GRAND HOTEL KINTETSUNARAEKIMAE
3.5 star property
Nara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (301 reviews)
"Fully recommend"
Canada
David
The price is AU$109
7 Sept - 8 Sept
IROHA GRAND HOTEL KINTETSUNARAEKIMAE
Exterior

9. Hotel Nikko Nara

Hotel Nikko Nara
4.0 star property
Nara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"The breakfast was delicious with traditional Nara ingredients."
Hong Kong SAR China
Pui Yee
The price is AU$127
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hotel Nikko Nara
Front of property – evening/night

10. Nara Hotel

Nara Hotel
4.0 star property
Nara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent service for everything! Enjoyed dining and professional service attended to the hotel guests. Located across from Nara Park where deer were freely roaming. I often saw a deer family walking around in the property, too. Highly recommend this hotel to experience a quiet and courteous nights."
United States
Shioko
The price is AU$363
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Nara Hotel
Restaurant

11. Centurion Hotel Classic Nara

Centurion Hotel Classic Nara
3.0 star property
Nara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We stayed for 1 night. The hotel was comfortable, & the staff were so kind & friendly. Direct bus route to Nara Park. Excellent breakfast! Like an amazing good!"
Canada
Andrea
The price is AU$64
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Centurion Hotel Classic Nara
Property entrance

12. AB Hotel Nara

AB Hotel Nara
3.0 star property
Nara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (247 reviews)
"Clean room and free breakfast! Saw some Nara deer walking around the street just outside the hotel!"
United States
Tom
The price is AU$51
23 Sept - 24 Sept
AB Hotel Nara
Hot springs

13. SUPER HOTEL Premier JR Nara Station

SUPER HOTEL Premier JR Nara Station
3.0 star property
Nara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (516 reviews)
"Breakfast was great The Onsen was amazing "
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is AU$88
24 Sept - 25 Sept
SUPER HOTEL Premier JR Nara Station
Exterior

14. MIROKU NARA by THE SHARE HOTELS

MIROKU NARA by THE SHARE HOTELS
3.0 star property
Naramachi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (251 reviews)
"This was a nice place for our family of four to stay. Convenient and clean and the breakfast was good. Overall a nice place to stay and would recommend it."
United States
Amy
The price is AU$127
9 Sept - 10 Sept
MIROKU NARA by THE SHARE HOTELS
Public bath

15. Nara Ryokan

Nara Ryokan
3.0 star property
Naramachi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (139 reviews)
"Great location, welcoming staff, clean comfortable room furnished in a traditional way."
United Kingdom
Jeff
The price is AU$111
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Nara Ryokan
Property amenity

16. Comfort Hotel Nara

Comfort Hotel Nara
3.0 star property
Naramachi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (431 reviews)
"Great staff and rooms"
United States
Alex
The price is AU$64
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Comfort Hotel Nara
Property amenity

17. Sarusawaike Yoshidaya

Sarusawaike Yoshidaya
3.5 star property
Naramachi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73 reviews)
"I highly recommended this place."
United States
Edward
The price is AU$180
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Sarusawaike Yoshidaya
Spa

18. Hotel New Wakasa

Hotel New Wakasa
3.5 star property
Nara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (249 reviews)
"Beautiful and fancy stay. They were VERYY hospitable. Never stayed in a traditional Japanese room before so that was an interesting experience. The private bath was excellent. Super close to Nara park."
United States
Endo
The price is AU$259
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hotel New Wakasa
4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

19. Nara Royal Hotel

Nara Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Nara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great breakfast, friendly staff always very helpful "
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is AU$49
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Nara Royal Hotel
Property entrance

20. Tenpyo Ryokan

Tenpyo Ryokan
3.0 star property
Nara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
"Plenty of shops and restaurants around "
United States
Martha
The price is AU$109
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Tenpyo Ryokan
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Top Nara Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent
"Such a great experience Nice hotel, great staff Rooms were spacious and clean The onsen is great and the I scream and noddle soup sealed the deal on this stay. I would definitely return here in the future."
Octavia 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

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Nara Motels information

Number of reviews
8,098
Accommodation
4 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$49
Highest Price
AU$363

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Nara?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Nara. In the larger area, popular places to visit include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Kyocera Dome Osaka.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often offer free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. Introduced in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Nara?
These are some of Expedia customers' favourite motels to choose from in the larger area. Family Lodge Hatagoya Narahari: If driving, you'll be within 16 minutes of Nara Park. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Family Lodge Hatagoya Osaka Hirakata: Free WiFi, free parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Central Nara is 12.5 mi (20.1 km) away. Family Lodge Hatagoya Osakako: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 21.2 mi (34.1 km) from the heart of Nara. Family Lodge Hatagoya Iga: Central Nara is 26.2 mi (42.1 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay.
What can I do in Nara?
People visiting Nara like its temples, monuments and gardens. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. Favourite places in and around Nara include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Kyocera Dome Osaka. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Nara Park, Mount Wakakusa and Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum and Kojindo.
What's the weather like in Nara?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Nara to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. The rainiest months in Nara are July, June, September and October, with each month seeing an average of 210 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Nara while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Nara to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Osaka (ITM-Itami), which is located 21.9 mi (35.3 km) away from the city centre. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Kobe (UKB), which is 32.7 mi (52.7 km) away. If you want to see more of the area, hop on a train from Shin-Omiya Station, Nara Station or Kintetsu-Nara Station.