Wow! The Nipponia Hotel Nara Naramachi is a superb Japanese-style hotel in a former sake brewery right in the heart of the Naramachi district. It’s among the most atmospheric hotels we’ve seen in Japan.
Deluxe twin room
Nipponia Hotel Nara Naramachi At A Glance
- Great for: couples, honeymooners, small families
- Strong points: beautiful Japanese style, great location, friendly staff
- Sample rates: US$400 to 600
Nipponia Hotel exterior
We rarely come across hotels with this much local style. This branch of the amazing Nipponia Hotels chain is located right in Naramachi, which is the preserved district just south of downtown. It’s within easy walking distance to the sights of Nara-koen Park.
Bathtub
The rooms here are large by Japanese standards and well kitted out with everything you need. Some of them have high ceilings with huge, exposed beams. All of them have great traditional style and the overall effect of the hotel might be described as “boutique traditional.”
Nipponia breakfast
They serve excellent Japanese meals here and you’ll find many more dining choices nearby. So, for a break from cookie-cutter international hotels, check out Nipponia. It’s one of the best accommodations in Nara.
Name in English:
Nipponia Hotel Nara Naramachi
Name in Japanese:
NIPPONIA HOTEL 奈良 ならまち
English address:
4 Nishijodo-cho, Nara-shi Nara, Japan 630-8345
Japanese address:
〒630-8345 奈良県奈良市西城戸町4
Price range: luxury
Nearest Transport:
5 minutes walk from Kintetsu-Nara Station (exit 6) of Kintetsu Nara Line
Telephone: 0120-210-289 (only from within Japan)
Website: Official Website (Japanese)
:: Check availability and pricing for Nipponia Hotel Nara Naramachi on Booking.com or Agoda.com.
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