Located near a boardwalk/promenade, Novotel Nara offers an inviting atmosphere with a rooftop terrace, indoor public bath, and laundry facilities. Savor the flavors at the on-site restaurant or grab a coffee at the café – with free in-room WiFi and bicycle parking available for your convenience.
7-1-45 Omiya cho Nara City, Nara, Nara Prefecture, 630-8115
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
Kasuga Shrine - 9 min drive - 4.4 km
Getting around
Itami Airport (ITM) - 63 min drive
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 81 min drive
Kobe Airport (UKB) - 91 min drive
Shin-Omiya Station - 8 min walk
Nara Station - 18 min walk
Kintetsu-Nara Station - 23 min walk
Free train station pick-up
Free train station drop-off
Restaurants
農と発酵Zen - 2 min walk
かごの屋奈良新大宮店 - 3 min walk
Silk Road Dining - 2 min walk
君の好きだった〜麺〜 - 2 min walk
Torry Pines - 3 min walk
About this property
Novotel Nara
Novotel Nara features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Nara Park. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious hotel is also within a short drive of Nara Kenko Land.
At a glance
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Hotel size
264 rooms
Arranged over 9 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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 1650 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.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
One child (12 years old and younger) stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Covered onsite self parking (JPY 1500 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers
Free train station shuttle from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Shared microwave
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Playground
What to do
Mountain climbing nearby
Working away
3 meeting rooms
Coworking spaces
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2024
Rooftop terrace
Piano
24-hour fitness center
Bicycle parking
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 43
Wheelchair-accessible parking
1 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchairs available on site
Well-lit path to entrance
Area rugs in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Children's slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
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.
Dining
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.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 3300 for adults and JPY 1650 for children
Parking
Covered self parking costs JPY 1500 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
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.
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Mobile payment options include: PayPay, Merpay, LINE Pay and WeChat Pay.
Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Also known as
Novotel Nara Nara
Novotel Nara Hotel
Novotel Nara Hotel Nara
Frequently asked questions
Does Novotel Nara offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Novotel Nara does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Novotel Nara?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Novotel Nara?
Yes. Self parking costs JPY 1500 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Nara?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Novotel Nara and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as mountain climbing. Novotel Nara also has a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Nara?
Yes, トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良 offers alfresco dining and Italian cuisine.
What's the area around Novotel Nara like?
Novotel Nara is a short 8-minute walk from Shin-Omiya Station and 14 minutes' walk from Hokke-ji Temple.
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Novotel Nara Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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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 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Great Stay
I absolutely love this place The Public bath is amazing. The staff is helpful and efficient. The restaurant and bar on premises are convenient.
Rick
Rick, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Excellent Hotel
Excellent eill
Alicia
Alicia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
great place yo stay
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Excellent breakfast and the room is in good size. We enjoyed the stay in this hotel very much.
Wai Yan
Wai Yan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2025
Loved our stay!
Priya
Priya, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
Clean everywhere, excellent breakfast and friendly staff, great value!
Fenqiang
Fenqiang, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
Great experience, I would love to stay again in the future!
Mary
Mary, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Beautiful hotel, great onsene. Very good buffet.
Lori
Lori, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Great quality hotel! Couldn’t be happier with my stay. Thank you!
Simon
Simon, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
One of the best Hotel I have every stayed at. I will definitely stay there again on my next visit to Nara.
Fendy
Fendy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2025
Excellent hotel, awesome breakfast, rooms were super nice and had 2 TV channels in English. Friendly and helpful staff.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2025
Great amenities
Xingqiang
Xingqiang, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
It was a great hotel for work but also to bring your family along. Very clean and the staff was very helpful. Thank you!
Ornella
Ornella, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2025
I travelled for work and this hotel is 3min from the conference venue. It was perfect. The hotel is new, rooms are spacious, service is great, and the breakfast was also good.
Lisandra
Lisandra, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
A little far from the metro but the room itself was great and the terrace is cool.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
This new and modern hotel features rooms that are a bit larger than the typical size in Japan. The service from the front desk and housekeeping staff was outstanding. My only concern during the stay was the limited parking available at the hotel.
Lon Lee
Lon Lee, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2025
This place has EVERYTHING. One of the best hotels I’ve ever been too. I wish they had one everywhere even in the states
Emmanuel
Emmanuel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
Wonderful!
andrea
andrea, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
Perfect
Deniss
Deniss, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2025
Beautiful hotel, modern, spacious room. Great staff. Has gym, pubic bath and other great ameneties. Would definitely stay again.
Frank
Frank, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
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
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
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!
Torgeir
Torgeir, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
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.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Excellent choice to stay
Excellent service, best hotel on our two week trip in Japan (Osaka, Hiroshima, Kyoto & Nara). Best breakfast too and buffet type dinner was superb. Nice extra was those two (free!) massage chairs. Room was nice, rather large and quiet and bathroom was clean.
Petri
Petri, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 1, 2025
Place is nice but they charge you a lot for anything extra