Nara Ryokan

8.9

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.9/10, based on 1,438 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Nara Inn Japanese Ryokan	9.9/10	25
🥈 2nd	Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei	9.4/10	464
🥉 3rd	Ryokan Taishoro	9.4/10	104
4th	Gyokuzoin	9.3/10	693
5th	Misenkan	9.4/10	55
6th	Ryokan Asukasou at the entrancne of Nara park	9.2/10	1,089
7th	Hanaya Tokubei	9.3/10	51
8th	Minshuku Kawarabi-so	9.2/10	197
9th	Kasuga Hotel	9.1/10	1,262
10th	Mikasa	9.1/10	955
11th	Kanko Ryokan Kuboji	10.0/10	5
12th	Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast	9.1/10	295
13th	Kotonoyado Musashino	9.1/10	263
14th	Hôtel touristique Tōnomine	9.1/10	167
15th	Wakasa Annex	9.0/10	418
16th	Yoshinoonsen Motoyu	9.1/10	23
17th	Kanko Ryokan Yamato	9.0/10	153
18th	Nara Ryokan Current ryokan	8.9/10	1,438
19th	Kinokuniya Jinpachi	8.9/10	103
20th	Monzen Okagero	8.9/10	98
21st	Tsubakiso	8.9/10	39
22nd	Ubusuna no Sato TOMIMOTO	9.1/10	1
23rd	Shiroyama Ryokan	8.8/10	150
24th	Ryotei Jyusouya	8.2/10	3
25th	Kakimotoya	8.7/10	69
26th	Hotel New Wakasa	8.7/10	111
27th	Yoshidaya Ryokan よしだや	8.7/10	699
28th	Hotel Nosegawa	8.6/10	121
29th	Hotel Mimatsu	8.4/10	30
30th	Marubun, auberge thermale à Dorogawa Onsen	8.3/10	24
31st	KAMENOI HOTEL Nara	8.5/10	186
32nd	Itaniya	8.4/10	103
33rd	Kanko Hotel Tamaru	8.1/10	41
34th	Tenpyo Ryokan	8.3/10	291
35th	Miharu-en, source thermale pour une peau douce	8.0/10	66
36th	Hotel Asyl Nara	8.1/10	622
37th	Nara Park Hotel	7.6/10	894

Check-in from 4:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM

Old Town Temple District Shopping Area Private Onsen Indoor Bath

Location

630-8362 Nara, Nara, Higashiterabayashicho 28-1, Japan

Staff 8,8/10

Facilities 8,8/10

Cleanliness 9,2/10

Comfort 9,0/10

Value for money 8,9/10

Location 9,3/10

Naramachi SettingSet in Nara’s historic district, convenient for old streets, shops, and cultural walks.

Private Bath TimeTwo shared baths can be reserved privately, adding a more relaxed ryokan stay.

Attraction AccessWell placed for Nara Park, temple visits, and central sightseeing on foot.

Traditional RoomsJapanese-style design and ryokan atmosphere give the stay a distinctly local feel.

Strong Review ScoresGuest feedback repeatedly highlights cleanliness, comfort, location, and overall value.

Helpful ExtrasFree massage chairs, amenity selection, and laundry add practical comfort for travelers.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsLocation is the strongest driver: arrive by afternoon, use the reservable baths, walk Naramachi and Sarusawa Pond in the evening, then cover Nara Park and major temples the next day. A second night only makes sense if you want a slower museum, café, and old-town pace.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night or light 2-night cultural stay in Naramachi, not as a remote onsen escape or long regional base.

Know before booking

Not a hot-spring retreatThe baths appear to be reservable private-style indoor baths, but not a destination onsen town stay.

Limited long-stay depthCentral Nara is rewarding, but most travelers will finish the core area comfortably within one full day.

Station walk with luggageWalkable from Kintetsu-Nara, but easier with light bags than with large suitcases and frequent train changes.

Possible stairs issueGuest feedback indicates no elevator, which matters for heavy luggage or mobility-sensitive travelers.

Restaurant (on-site)

on-site

On-site dining room with a sushi-making and nigiri experience.

Nara Cuisine Mikado (nearby)

nearbya few min by taxi

Nearby local restaurant noted for Nara-style Japanese-Western cuisine.

Nara Omotenashi Shokudo (nearby)

nearbya few min by taxi

Nearby casual Japanese dining option mentioned for the area.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, arrive via Kintetsu Nara Station and walk if traveling light, or take a short taxi if carrying luggage. If arriving by JR, JR Nara Station is also practical, but usually a bit farther on foot.

Kintetsu Nara Stationstation
600 mNakasujicho / Higashimukinakamachi area, Nara, Nara, Japanabout 10–15 min on footabout 5–10 min by taxiabout 10–15 min by local bus or a short taxi ride, depending on stop used
Best main station for sightseeing arrivals from Osaka, Kyoto, and central Nara; usually the most convenient station for this ryokan.
JR Nara Stationstation
1.1 km1 Sanjohonmachi, Nara, Nara, Japanabout 18–25 min on footabout 5–10 min by taxiabout 10–20 min by local bus or taxi, depending on connection
Useful for JR arrivals and airport-limousine connections; walking is feasible but less ideal with large luggage.
Yamato-Saidaiji Stationstation
4.5 kmSaidaijikokubucho area, Nara, Nara, Japanabout 60 min walkabout 15–25 min by taxiabout 20–35 min by train plus local transfer
Important transfer hub on the Kintetsu network; useful if your route changes here before continuing to Kintetsu Nara Station.
Fukuchiin-machi Bus Stopbus
100 mFukuchiincho area, Nara, Nara, Japanabout 2–5 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxibest checked locally
One of the closest practical local bus stops for the ryokan area; useful if you prefer to avoid a longer walk from the stations.
Nara Hotel Bus Stopbus
110 mNoboriojicho / near Nara Hotel area, Nara, Nara, Japanabout 5–10 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxibest checked locally
Useful landmark-area stop near the ryokan side of Nara Park and Naramachi; practical for local bus arrivals from stations.
Osaka International Airport (Itami)airport
38 kmOsaka / Itami area, Japanabout 60–80 min by taxi, traffic permittingabout 75–110 min via bus and rail connections, best checked locally
Often the most practical airport for domestic arrivals heading to Nara, especially if you want a simpler overland transfer.
Kansai International Airportairport
62 kmOsaka Bay, Osaka Prefecture, Japanabout 75–100 min by taxi, traffic permittingabout 90–130 min via rail connections, best checked locally
Useful for many international arrivals; usually practical by rail to central Nara, though the trip is longer than from Itami.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Excellent Naramachi settingThe ryokan sits in the historic Naramachi area, making it easy to walk to central Nara sights, old streets, shops, and dining spots. This location is especially convenient if you want atmosphere without relying constantly on transport.
Private bath experienceIt offers reservable shared baths that guests can use privately by time slot, which is appealing if you want a more relaxed bath experience than a fully public setup. This can feel more comfortable for couples, families, or first-time ryokan guests.
Traditional style, easier comfortRooms blend tatami-style Japanese design with beds rather than only futons, giving a ryokan feel that is often easier for international travelers. This makes it a good middle ground between cultural charm and practical comfort.
Strong cleanliness and room comfortGuest feedback consistently points to very clean rooms and a comfortable stay, which matters in a property where design and atmosphere are part of the appeal. It feels more polished than many budget traditional inns.
Useful extras for longer tripsAmenities noted by guests include in-room basics and practical features such as laundry access and complimentary items, which add convenience beyond a simple one-night cultural stay. That makes it easier for travelers moving through Kansai with luggage.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not a full classic ryokan stayIf you want kaiseki dinners, elaborate hospitality, and a deeply old-fashioned ryokan routine, this property may feel too modern and simplified. It is closer to a stylish lodging with ryokan elements than a luxury traditional inn.
Onsen slots can be limitedThe private bath system is attractive, but availability depends on timing and popular slots may fill up. Late check-in can reduce your chances of getting the bath time you want.
Some rooms are quite compactSeveral room categories appear small, so guests with large suitcases or those staying multiple nights may feel short on space. This matters more if you are traveling as a pair with bulky luggage.
Wi-Fi is not a standout pointConnectivity scores are weaker than the property’s other ratings, so it may be less ideal if you need consistently strong internet for work or planning. Leisure travelers may care less, but remote workers probably will.
Service style may feel lighterReviews suggest friendly service, but not the highly personalized, hands-on ryokan service some travelers imagine. If attentive traditional hosting is the main reason you book a ryokan, expectations may need adjusting.

Current position: 18th out of 37 ryokans in Nara.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
13th	Kotonoyado Musashino	9.1/10	263
14th	Hôtel touristique Tōnomine	9.1/10	167
15th	Wakasa Annex	9.0/10	418
16th	Yoshinoonsen Motoyu	9.1/10	23
17th	Kanko Ryokan Yamato	9.0/10	153
18th	Nara Ryokan Current ryokan	8.9/10	1,438
19th	Kinokuniya Jinpachi	8.9/10	103
20th	Monzen Okagero	8.9/10	98
21st	Tsubakiso	8.9/10	39
22nd	Ubusuna no Sato TOMIMOTO	9.1/10	1
23rd	Shiroyama Ryokan	8.8/10	150