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Novotel Nara

5.0 star property

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Welcome to our lobby, featuring a unique geometric ceiling design, comfortable seating areas, and a small water feature.
Relax in a stylish space with a large bed, sofa, and desk.
Enjoy a wide selection of food and drink options at our buffet, featuring multiple serving stations and a decorative oven.
Experience the sleek, contemporary design of this hotel, featuring a grid of windows and a covered entrance.
Enjoy the city view from our rooftop terrace, featuring a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a sofa.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
7-1-45 Omiya cho Nara City, Nara, Nara Prefecture, 630-8115
  • Nara Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Nara National Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Todaiji Temple
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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 Room with 1 double bed, Bathtub, Lounge Access

Executive Room with 1 double bed, Bathtub, Lounge Access

Executive Room with 1 double bed, Bathtub, Lounge Access

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Club lounge access (Shower Booth)

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Club lounge access (Shower Booth)

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Executive Room with 2 single beds, Lounge Access

Executive Room with 2 single beds, Lounge Access

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

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

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

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Superior Family Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

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

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Japanese Tatami Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Club lounge access (Bathtub)

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Club lounge access (Bathtub)

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Club lounge access (Bathtub)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, Multiple Beds

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Executive Room, Multiple Beds

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

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

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About the area

Nara

Located in Nara, Novotel Nara is within a 15-minute drive of Nara Park and Nara Kenko Land. .This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Kairyuoji Temple and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Suzakumon Square.

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Nara National Museum - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Heijo Palace - 6 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Shin-Omiya Station - 8 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪農と発酵Zen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SILK ROAD DINING - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪一条本店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Flying Stag - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪梅光軒 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Novotel Nara

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a rooftop terrace
Novotel Nara offers 264 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 264 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and bidets. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a 24-hour fitness center and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Stop by トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良 for lunch, dinner, or brunch, where this restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service is provided. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge, and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良 - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
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.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Covered parking on site (JPY 1,500 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 3,300 for adults and JPY 1,650 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • ソーシャルラウンジ
  • トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良
  • ルーフトップテラス

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Piano
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in room
  • Lift (110 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2024
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 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
Additional fees of 1400 JPY apply to children 7-12 for breakfast when booked in a breakfast rate plan and sharing existing bedding with their parent. Fees are collected at the property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 3300 for adults and JPY 1650 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: JPY 1500 per night (in/out privileges)

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPay, Merpay, LINE Pay, and WeChat Pay

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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Novotel Nara Nara
Novotel Nara Hotel
Novotel Nara Hotel Nara

Novotel Nara Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 146 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nara, Clovis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was new.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best Hotel I have every stayed at. I will definitely stay there again on my next visit to Nara.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The buffet food at Nara Novotel was like 5 star chef using local seasonal ingredients, some dishes with Italian flair. Absolutely EXCELLENT! The rooms were clean with a stylish modern feel and top of the line restrooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torgeir

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with this hotel! Super friendly staff, clean and fresh. I would highly recommend renting e-bikes like we did. So easy to get arround, 10-12 minutes biking to Nara Park. Would come back nexttime!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Y

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, spotless. Really nice onsen. Average food that was way overpriced for what you get. Breakfast was better than dinner. The room was spacious but the shower was very small. Nice bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydialyn, Naperville

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SEBASTIEN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Hotel in Nara with nice staff but breakfast buffet need some serious improvement especially for the bread and pastries, Novotel is a french affiliate hotel after all it should reflect that in the F&B
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Hui

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel for Western visitors.

I wish I could stay in this hotel every night of my trip to Japan. Rooms were spacious and nicely appointed. Bed was comfortable and the amenities were spectacular. Dinner buffet was delicious. Short 10 minute walk to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a modern property with everything and more we needed. The onsite restaurant is expensive but there are other options around. Know that if you only have a JR pass and come in at JR Nara it's a 3.5km walk to the hotel - doable in nice weather and because its flat or get on a bus! We loved the new, clean features and the practical laundry was great for travellers.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, modern, spacious room. Great staff. Has gym, pubic bath and other great ameneties. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay in Novotel Nara. Probably the nicest Novotel I’ve been too. The public hot baths and relaxation space was amazing. The hotel is really new and modern, beautiful views from the rooftop terrace and executive lounge. We stayed two nights in Nara at two different properties. I wish we’d spent two nights here. It’s not walking distance to Nara park but only one train stop away.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Treena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mason, Langford

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scriptz

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kazuhiro

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Baxter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So totally okay for visiting Nara. Quiet and away from the action but imo worth it. Fantastic hotel and amenities to reset Washer and dryer on site too for fellow 1 bag travelers
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noriko

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was enough big for two people with luggage. Buffet had unique options which collaborated with local ingredients. It was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Long

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing luxury hotel

Every thing was luxurious here. Room was large and comfortable. Shower has perfect temperature and the rain shower head is so good. Amenities include glass bottles of mineral water and coffee and pajamas. It’s a block from the bus stop that takes you straight to Nara. Would definitely stay here again if I plan on going to feed the deers.
Room
Couch
Toilet
Mini fridge cabinet with coffee machine
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Choo

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean property, very quiet, not too many people, a bit far from the Nara (20-30mins) walking. Very modern and I enjoyed my stay. I recommend !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024