Hotel Nikko Nara is the city's big, full-service hotel, standing at the front of JR Nara Station on Sanjo-hommachi. It has 330 rooms, three restaurants, a coffee shop, a bar, a gym, spa services and an indoor public bath, along with a concierge, dry cleaning and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms have free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. It is not in the middle of the old town, but it is the most convenient hotel for travellers arriving by train and heading out on day trips, and it is about twelve minutes on foot from Nara Park, with Kofuku-ji and the Nara National Museum nearby.
Location and getting around
The hotel is about a one-minute walk from JR Nara Station, so there is almost no distance to cover with bags, and the loop buses to the park and temples leave from the station area. On foot, Nara Park is about twelve minutes away, and Kofuku-ji and the museum are close. The station location also helps if you plan to take trains to Horyu-ji, to Kyoto or to Osaka, and you can use the hotel as a base for a longer stay across the region.
Rooms and who it suits
With a large number of rooms, the hotel offers a range of categories, from compact doubles to larger rooms for families, and a business-style comfort level that suits most travellers. The three restaurants, the bar and the spa mean you can eat, drink and relax without going out after a long day. The indoor public bath is a pleasant Japanese touch after walking, and the gym helps if you want to keep a routine. It suits couples, small families and travellers who want reliable service.
Good to know
Buffet breakfast is available for an extra charge and is popular. Parking is on site for a daily fee, so confirm availability if you are driving. Check-in begins in the afternoon and check-out is at eleven, with early check-in and late check-out sometimes available for a fee. The station area can be busy, so ask for a higher floor if you want quiet. For the earliest start among the deer, remember that the hotel is a short bus ride or a walk from the park rather than beside it.
Why stay here
- ✓One minute from JR Nara Station
- ✓330 rooms
- ✓Three on-site restaurants
- ✓Spa services and gym
- ✓Indoor public bath
- ✓Bar and coffee shop
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Concierge and luggage services
Good questions
How far is Hotel Nikko Nara from the station?+
It is about a one-minute walk from JR Nara Station, which makes arrivals and day trips easy. Nara Park is about twelve minutes on foot.
Is there a spa or bath?+
Yes, the hotel has spa services, a gym and an indoor public bath. Check hours and any fees when you book.
Is breakfast included?+
A buffet breakfast is available for an extra charge. Compare rates with and without breakfast to find the best value.
