Novotel Nara

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Novotel Nara features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Nara Park and Nara Woman's University. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Kofuku-ji Temple and Todaiji Temple.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is $83
$100 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24

Why we love this property

Culinary experiences
Feast on Italian dishes at the restaurant, grab bites from the cafe, or sip drinks at the bar. This hotel also offers buffet breakfast.
Luxury sleeps
Blackout drapes ensure deep slumber at this luxury hotel. The 24-hour room service caters to midnight cravings and morning feasts alike.
Rooftop luxury views
This luxury hotel boasts a rooftop terrace offering panoramic vistas. The elevated perch creates a perfect setting for sunset gazing.

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a small table.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

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

View all photos for Executive Room with 1 double bed, Bathtub, Lounge Access

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a coffee maker, a small table, and a view of the city.

Executive Room with 1 double bed, Bathtub, Lounge Access

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Room with 2 single beds, Lounge Access

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a small table.

Executive Room with 2 single beds, Lounge Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a mirror, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access (Shower Booth)

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a coffee maker, a small table, and a view of the city.

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access (Shower Booth)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a mirror, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a small table.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a small table.

Standard Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Junior Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

A bathroom sink with a black faucet, a mirror, and two bottles of hand soap.

Executive Junior Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

A modern hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a small round table, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

Executive Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Japanese Tatami Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a flat-screen TV.

Japanese Tatami Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Superior Family Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

Superior Family Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a sofa.

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive Japanese-Western Twin, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden headboard.

Executive Japanese-Western Twin, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Club Lounge Access (Bathtub)

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a dining table with chairs, and a door.

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Club Lounge Access (Bathtub)

  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7-1-45 Omiya cho Nara City, Nara, Nara Prefecture, 630-8115

What's nearby

  • Hokke-ji Temple - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • JASDF Nara Air Base - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nara Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Nara Woman's University - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 71 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 82 min drive
  • Kobe Airport (UKB) - 100 min drive
  • Shin-Omiya Station - 8 min walk
  • Nara Station - 18 min walk
  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 23 min walk
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪proton +DINING - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Executive Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪かごの屋奈良新大宮店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ベトナム居酒屋ハノイ - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Novotel Nara

  • Novotel Nara features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Nara Park and Nara Woman's University. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Kofuku-ji Temple and Todaiji Temple.

All inclusive details

  • All-inclusive room rates at Novotel Nara are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 264 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Additional fees of JPY 2150 apply to children 7-12 for breakfast, when sharing existing bedding with their parent. Fees are collected at the property.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (JPY 1500 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Transfers

    • Free train station shuttle from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Shared microwave
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

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

What to do

  • Mountain climbing nearby

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2024
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Piano
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Bicycle parking
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 43
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Area rugs in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Children's slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals). This service features separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 3:00 PM to midnight.

Dining

トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良 - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
ソーシャルラウンジ - This lobby lounge serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
ルーフトップテラス - This rooftop bar serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 3800 for adults and JPY 2150 for children

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs JPY 1500 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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 on site.

This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay

Mobile payment options include: PayPay, Merpay, LINE Pay and WeChat Pay.

Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Also known as

Novotel Nara Nara

Novotel Nara Hotel

Novotel Nara Hotel Nara

Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Nara offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Novotel 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 Novotel Nara?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Novotel Nara?

Yes. Self parking costs JPY 1500 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Novotel Nara and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as mountain climbing. Novotel Nara also has a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Nara?

Yes, トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良 offers alfresco dining and Italian cuisine.

What's the area around Novotel Nara like?

Novotel Nara is a short 8-minute walk from Shin-Omiya Station and 14 minutes' walk from Hokke-ji Temple.

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Reviews

Novotel Nara Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, with a wide variety of options and high-quality food. (26 reviews)
  • The public baths and relaxation space were amazing, with clean facilities and luxurious amenities. (9 reviews)
  • The gym was well-equipped and offered many amenities, with some reviewers noting it was one of the best hotel gyms they've seen. (6 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in a convenient part of Nara close to most tourist sites
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10/10 Exceptional

Modern accomodation with a great breakfast and Lounge facilities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic experience for staying at Novotel Nara. They provide shuttle bus service to and from Nara park and JR station, plus 5 mins walk to the nearest shopping centre and “ROUND one” which is a great place for children and adults. Nice public bath and kids play area inside the hotel, massage chairs at 2nd floor. Clean and reasonable size of the rooms. I will come back again next summer.
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10/10 Exceptional

The location was really convenient, the staff were lovely and helpful, the rooms were clean and roomy.
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was excellent. The front staff was very helpful and assisted us in changing our room to a more suitable one for our family. The hotel bus to the station was an added bonus
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was surprisingly good. Great facilities with the kids room, relaxation area with massage chairs and spa. Also, very impressed with the availability of rental items you can order from your room. Their service was great alongside with their high level of english. Definitely one of the top Novotel's we've been to.
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a wonderful hotel. Great breakfast and spa with lots of luxurious amenities. We would definitely recommend it.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful and accommodating staff, very affordable but luxurious facility.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room, friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very helpful and friendly. The building was very clean and up to date.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff, amenities, room size, location, all excellent
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was wonderful. The staff excellent, went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. Will 100% recommend this hotel to everyone who wants to see the Nara. Will be definitely come back.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, safe, friendly and help. Thanks.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, fabulous breakfast, love the rooftop bar. Will definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

brand new hotel with spotless rooms and great atmosphere. Oh, and great price!
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10/10 Exceptional

It was very nice, affordable and gave us an oportunity to visit Nara at a slower pace as opposed to coming just for the day.
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast buffet includes all local food and has a lot of variety. The cherry blossom right by the side of the hotel has been a plus to our stay. The room size is good for a family of 3. Clean, neat and tidy. With gym, washing machine anf public hot bath.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean everywhere, excellent breakfast and friendly staff, great value!
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10/10 Exceptional

An excellent stay. 10 minutes from railway station, nice staff and a quiet place. Hotel is new.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent breakfast and the room is in good size. We enjoyed the stay in this hotel very much.
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8/10 Very good

Staff are polite and helpful
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room and facilities! Great size! Best hotel we had in Japan
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good. Clean rooms and amenities were great. Only complaint is the 24/7 coin laundry only has 3 of the machines so unless its 4 am in the morning and nobody locked and hasn’t collected their stuff immediately after they are done washing then you are good.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service, nice layout, great food, amazing experience!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay

I absolutely love this place The Public bath is amazing. The staff is helpful and efficient. The restaurant and bar on premises are convenient.