306 reviews
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$947-1-45 Omiya Cho Nara City, Nara, 630-8115, Japan
306 reviews
1/167
Restaurant
Free wifi
Room service
Fitness center
Free shuttle
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Air conditioning
Hot tub
Novotel Nara is a 4-star hotel in Nara-shi, Japan, located just 0.1mi from the city center. The address is 7-1-45 Omiya Cho Nara City, putting guests within easy reach of the area’s highlights. With 306 reviews, this hotel has built a reputation for comfortable stays in the heart of Nara.
Featured amenities include a restaurant, free Wifi, and a free shuttle service, plus a free fitness center, streaming service (like Netflix), a hot tub, air conditioning, and a kid-friendly buffet. Parking options are available for an extra charge (Private Parking) and on-site parking as well, while other conveniences include a terrace, soundproof rooms, a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessibility, an elevator, a bathtub, upper floors accessible by elevator, free toiletries, and a bidet.
Minimum price starts from $94. Reviews total 306, signaling traveler interest in this Nara option.
On-site dining is led by PONTE NARA, a versatile restaurant that blends American, Japanese, and European flavors. The dining room shifts between family-friendly, traditional, and modern ambiances, making it easy to find the right mood for any occasion—whether a lively meal with companions or a quiet evening out.
Practical touches support a smooth stay: complimentary shuttle service helps with getting around, free WiFi keeps devices online, and a 24-hour front desk stands ready to assist. For payment, cash is accepted and a wide range of cards are supported, including Mastercard, Visa, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, and UnionPay.
A diverse lineup of room types is available, including Standard, Superior, and Executive options. These configurations include beds such as twins or doubles, catering to solo travelers, couples, or families seeking comfortable quarters after days spent exploring Nara.
Closest airports
Osaka International Airport
22.1miKobe Airport
33.1miKansai International Airport
36.6miChūbu Centrair International Airport
58miRestaurant
Free wifi
Room service
Fitness center
Free shuttle
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Air conditioning
Hot tub
Kid-friendly buffet
Bar
Terrace
Soundproof rooms
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Bidet
Bathtub
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Standard, 2 Twin Beds
1 Twin Bed
270 sqft
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
x4
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x3
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This quadruple room is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a safe deposit box. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Executive Junior Suite, 2 Single
2 Twin Beds
580 sqft
Hot tub
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Coffee machine
+
More details
The hot tub is a top feature of this suite. This spacious suite comes with 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The suite features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 2 beds.
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Executive Japanesetatami Suite
2 Twin Beds
375 sqft
Hot tub
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Coffee machine
+
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This suite's special feature is the hot tub. The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The suite has tatami floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, as well as a safe deposit box. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Japanese Tatami, Twin
1 Twin Bed
375 sqft
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
+
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The family room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The family room features tatami floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a safe deposit box. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Standard, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub
280 sqft
Spa tub
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
+
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This triple room features a hot tub. The triple room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. This triple room is air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a safe deposit box. The unit has 1 bed.
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Standard, 1 Double Bed
260 sqft
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
+
More details
The quadruple room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box, as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Standard, Twin
270 sqft
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
+
More details
This quadruple room is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a safe deposit box. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Executive Suite
755 sqft
Spa tub
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
x8
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x5
More details
The hot tub is a top feature of this suite. This spacious suite comes with 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The suite features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 2 beds.
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Executive, 1 Bed, Executive Lounge Access
280 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
+
More details
The suite offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a seating area, as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.
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Executive Superior, 2 Twin Beds
2 Twin Beds
420 sqft
Hot tub
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Coffee machine
x4
+
x3
More details
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Superior, 2 Twin Beds
1 Twin Bed
Spa tub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
x4
+
x3
More details
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Standard, Double, Bathtub
1 Double Bed
280 sqft
Hot tub
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Coffee machine
+
More details
8.9
306 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Featured reviews:
Baljit
10
May 2025
Very spacious. Took me 30 minutes to walk to the hotel from Nara station. But all in all the hotel was fantastic and so spacious that it felt like I was back in a European hotel. I had a super king size bed that was a nice surprise and lots of room. It felt new and overall my best hotel out of my 3 1/2 weeks stay in Japan so far. Excellent value for money and they do actually have a shuttle bus that runs from the hotel to the station that I didn’t know about - albeit it wasn’t running the day I arrived, I did use it the following day when I checked out to go back to the station. The station by bus was Approx. 10 mins that takes you into town.
Emily
8.2
April 2025
Modern and newly designed, the space features a beautiful interior with cozy spots to relax, including sofas and chairs positioned in front of the bath. The gym was a nice bonus—though compact and equipped with lighter weights (up to 16kg), it was still a welcome addition.
The staff was friendly, though not particularly helpful. The location is slightly outside the city center, but they do offer a complimentary shuttle bus on select days, running once every hour. However, the bus is quite small and doesn't accommodate many passengers, so it's a good idea to queue at least 30 minutes early if you want to secure a spot.
Peggy
10
July 2025
We loved everything about this hotel! It was like a 5-star hotel. The facilities - spa, gym, open sitting areas - are wonderful. I used the laundry facility and it was clean and well priced. The breakfast buffet was delicious and even included champagne! The rooms are elegant and have everything needed for your stay and the mattresses/pillows are very comfortable. There is a mall at walking distance and buses run from a block away from the hotel to many places including the bus station.
Matt
10
June 2025
Super helpful and friendly staff. We paid for an upgrade so had access to the exec lounge which meant free food and drink between certain hours which as a result kind of paid for the upgrade. Lovely views from both our room and the roof terrace. Parking on site was super handy.
Not about the property but the main road outside gets totally solid with traffic and it took us about 20 minutes to do half a mile!
Paul
10
May 2025
Fantastic , comfy , spotlessly clean , huge comfy bed , the comfiest I had out of 16 different hotels during my stay in Japan. Big room , lovely and modern with a huge TV and a touch screen mirror if you want to order room service. Although that option was pricey.
Price of the meal options & room service on the high side. Other than this , everything else was perfect.
James
9.1
August 2025
Very smart, modern and luxurious accommodation at a very good price for our family. Didn’t have time to use all the facilities but everything looked very well maintained. Very good air conditioning and very quiet.
Nothing to add here. Slippers a little small for Western feet 😄
Gemma
9.1
May 2025
Clean, modern interior and rooms were large and spacious. Short walk to bus stop toward Nara Park and the temples, and conveniently located between 2 train lines for day trips to Uji and travel to/from Kyoto and Osaka. Across the street is a FamilyMart within the library, handy for snacks.
Nothing
Fabien
10
May 2025
The room was spacious, very clean, as well as good location in Nara and the conference center. There is also an onsen (no mix) and chair massages. The breakfast is very good with plenty of choices.
There is no change in the breakfast
Yuen
10
July 2025
Everything, hotel staff, cleanness, comfortable, hot spring bath, parking, gym, toilet. Have been in several 5* hotels, and I have to say this hotel is on my top list. Would love to stay longer. Good price too! Booked based on pictures: not disappointed.
Nothing
Ashley
9.1
May 2025
The people were wonderfully friendly and helpful.
On the first day, breakfast was completely disorganised resulting in queues of >30 minute waiting time. They learnt from the complaints they received, because the rest of the time we were there we didn't have any issues.
Attractions
Byodo-in Temple
14.2miOsaka Museum of Housing and Living
16.9miNational Bunraku Theater
17miGekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
17.1miSennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
17.3miMinami
17.4miUtsubo Park
17.8miTempozan Ferris Wheel
21.4miNishi Hongan-ji Temple
21.5miShoren-in Temple
22.4miKamogawa River (Kamo River)
22.4miKyoto Handicraft Center
23.1miThe Philosopher’s Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi)
23.4miTogetsu-kyo Bridge
23.9miSagano
24.2miAttractions
Byodo-in Temple
14.2miOsaka Museum of Housing and Living
16.9miNational Bunraku Theater
17miGekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
17.1miSennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
17.3miMinami
17.4miUtsubo Park
17.8miTempozan Ferris Wheel
21.4miNishi Hongan-ji Temple
21.5miShoren-in Temple
22.4miKamogawa River (Kamo River)
22.4miKyoto Handicraft Center
23.1miThe Philosopher’s Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi)
23.4miTogetsu-kyo Bridge
23.9miSagano
24.2miAirports
Osaka International Airport
22.1miKobe Airport
33.1miKansai International Airport
36.6miChūbu Centrair International Airport
58miPONTE NARA
Cuisines
Ambiances
Restaurant
Free wifi
Room service
Fitness center
Free shuttle
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Air conditioning
Hot tub
Kid-friendly buffet
Bar
Terrace
Soundproof rooms
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Bidet
Bathtub
Accessibility
Toilet with grab rails
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Bicycle rental
Happy hour
Hiking
Tour or class about local culture
Bathroom
Bathrobe
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Business Facilities
Business center
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry
Suit press
Entertainment & Family Services
Entertainment staff
Food & Drink
Bar
Coffee house on site
Kid-friendly buffet
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee maker
Vending machine (drinks)
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Invoice provided
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Executive lounge access
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Smoke-free property
Soundproof rooms
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Coffee machine
Electric kettle
Refrigerator
Living Area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Terrace
Parking
Parking On Site
Private Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Services
Wake-up service
Spa
Fitness
Fitness center
Hot tub
Massage chair
Public Bath
Transportation
Car rental
Free shuttle
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs JPY 1500 per day.
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Cash
Diners Club,
Visa,
JCB,
Mastercard,
American Express,
Cash only,
UnionPay
This property accepts cash.
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