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title: "Nara Ryokan, Nara: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Nara Ryokan in Nara: rated 8.6 by guests, 5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-12
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Ryokan · ★★★★★
# Nara Ryokan

Higashiterabayashicho, Nara, Japan

8.6 ·  Very good 511 reviews ·  #46 #46 of 86 in Nara ·  4.3/5 on Google, 170 reviews ·  8.8 Location score
## About Nara Ryokan

Nara Ryokan is a ryokan in Higashiterabayashicho, Nara, Japan. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 511 reviews. Facilities include spa, restaurant, free wi-fi. It is 380 m from the centre of Nara. The nearest airport, Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), is 37 km away.

- **Type:** Ryokan

- **Star rating:** ★★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 16:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 15

- **Floors:** 4

- **Last renovated:** 2022

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 48

28-1, Higashiterabayashi-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture, Japan [nararyokan.net](https://www.nararyokan.net/)

## How Nara Ryokan scores

Better rated than 38% of hotels in Nara

-   Guest rating **8.6**
-   Location **8.8**
-   Public transport **7.4**

Nara average

## Rating on Google

4.3/5

170 Google reviews

-   5★60%
-   4★30%
-   3★0%
-   2★0%
-   1★10%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

SpaRestaurantFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Spa

### Food & drink

-   Restaurant

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **8.8**/10

- **Walk grade:** **97**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **29**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">近鉄奈良駅 バスのりば9</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">630 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">10 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">37 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">84 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nara</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">380 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   飛鳥小学校発祥の地210 m
-   Mikomuseum230 m
-   AnimalShelterZoo240 m
-   奈良市杉岡華邨書道美術館260 m
-   なら工藝館260 m
-   極楽坊保育園發祥之處260 m

## Nara Ryokan: in detail

At Nara Ryokan, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the ryokan to ensure you stay connected during your visit. For guests with their own vehicle, parking facilities are provided. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as express check-in or check-out and luggage storage. At the ryokan, utilize the convenient laundromat to maintain your preferred travel attire fresh, allowing you to pack lighter. Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at Nara Ryokan with accessible amenities such as daily housekeeping. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of ryokan. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. A number of rooms feature television for guest amusement and enjoyment. In certain rooms, the ryokan offers visitors access to a refrigerator, bottled water and instant tea. In the ryokan, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. At Nara Ryokan, affordable refreshments are available 24/7 through the convenient vending machines on-site. At Nara Ryokan, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. Conclude your days in complete tranquility by visiting the spa situated precisely at the ryokan.

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## Questions about Nara Ryokan

### How do guests rate Nara Ryokan?

Nara Ryokan has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10 from 511 reviews, which is better than 38% of rated hotels in Nara.

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

Check-in starts at 16:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Is there parking at Nara Ryokan?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is Nara Ryokan from the airport?

The nearest airport, Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), is 37 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Nara Ryokan have?

Nara Ryokan has 15 rooms on 4 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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