The Nara Visitor Center and Inn is located in the heart of Nara, just a 3-minute walk from Kofuku-ji Temple and Naramachi. The Todai-ji Temple and Deer Park are a 10-minute stroll away, while Nara Station on the Kintetsu Line is a 7-minute walk. JR Nara Station is 14-minutes away on foot. All guest rooms feature air conditioning and heating, and are equipped with a fridge and flat-screen TV. Japanese samue nightwear are available to all staying guests. Some units come equipped with an private bathroom with a shower, while some Japanese-style rooms come with an en suite shower. Japanese-style rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. The property offers free WiFi access and a 24-hour front desk. Luggage storage is available. There is a public bath on site, where guests will find free toiletries and hairdryers. A coin launderette, a shared kitchen and free-use internet PCs are offered on site. The on-site tourist information desk offers information in English, Chinese and Korean. Services offered at the desk include transport and meal tickets at a discount, currency exchange, bike hire at a charge, cultural activities at an additional charge, such as Japanese calligraphy lessons, and tour arrangements. Some cultural activities such as origami folding are offered free of charge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Nara, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Public Bath


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Nara
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lai-yi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    There are a lot of activities for visitors and the staff is very helpful. My room is facing the pond with beautiful view. I love to stay longer. Highly recommended.
  • Julia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The view from our room over the lake was wonderful. The room was a very good size and the futons comfortable. Staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly.
  • Heidi
    Australia Australia
    Relaxed atmosphere and helpful staff Perfect location! There’s a space outside for children to exert some energy. We were fortunate enough to get a beautiful view of the pagoda. But even if we weren’t on that side of the building there is still a...

Hotel area info

Amenities of NARA Visitor Center and Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Strollers
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Baggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Convenience store on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
  • Public Bath
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Chinese

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please contact the property directly for more details regarding the cultural activities offered to guests during their stay.

FAQs about NARA Visitor Center and Inn

  • Check-in at NARA Visitor Center and Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • NARA Visitor Center and Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Public Bath

  • Room options at NARA Visitor Center and Inn include:

    • Triple
    • Quad
    • Family

  • The prices at NARA Visitor Center and Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, NARA Visitor Center and Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • NARA Visitor Center and Inn is 1.6 miles from the center of Nara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.