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Novotel Nara

5.0 star property
Find your perfect blend of relaxation and exploration. Unwind on the rooftop terrace or fuel up for your day by enjoying local cuisine.

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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.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive Room with 1 double bed, Bathtub, Lounge Access

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Room with 1 double bed, Bathtub, Lounge Access

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Room with 2 single beds, Lounge Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access (Shower Booth)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access (Shower Booth)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Junior Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

Executive Junior Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

Executive Junior Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

Executive Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

Executive Suite with 2 single beds, Non Smoking, Club Lounge Access

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Japanese Tatami Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Japanese Tatami Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Superior Family Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

Superior Family Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

Superior Family Room with 2 single beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive Japanese-Western Twin, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Japanese-Western Twin, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Club Lounge Access (Bathtub)

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Club Lounge Access (Bathtub)

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Club Lounge Access (Bathtub)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Executive Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Nara, Novotel Nara is near a train station and near a boardwalk/promenade. Nara Woman's University and Kofuku-ji Temple are notable landmarks and Nara Kenko Land is a popular area attraction. Nara Park and Todaiji Temple are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take time off to check out the health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Nara travel guide
Map
7-1-45 Omiya cho Nara City, Nara, Nara Prefecture, 630-8115

What's nearby

  • Nara Park which includes a park and heritage elements
    Nara Park
    3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Kofuku-ji Shrine which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship
    Kofuku-ji Temple
    5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Hokke-ji Temple
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • JASDF Nara Air Base
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nara Woman's University
    5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Shin-Omiya Station
    8 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    5 min walk
  • Executive Lounge
    1 min walk
  • Silk Road Dining
    1 min walk
  • かごの屋奈良新大宮店
    2 min walk
  • すぎ乃新大宮店
    3 min walk

About this property

Novotel Nara

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Nara Park
Located close to Nara Woman's University and Kofuku-ji Temple, Novotel Nara provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), free train station pick-up, and bike rentals
  • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and concierge services
  • Coworking spaces, meeting rooms, and an elevator
Room features
All 264 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like late night room service and free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bidets, tubs or showers, and free toiletries
  • Children's slippers, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times
  • Covered self parking on site (JPY 1,500 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 3,300 for adults and JPY 1,650 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • ソーシャルラウンジ
  • トラットリア・ポンテ 奈良
  • ルーフトップテラス

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Piano
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2024
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 3300 for adults and JPY 1650 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: JPY 1500 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPay, Merpay, LINE Pay, and WeChat Pay

We should mention

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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Novotel Nara Nara
Novotel Nara Hotel
Novotel Nara Hotel Nara

Frequently asked questions

Is Novotel Nara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Nara?

As of Feb 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Nara on Mar 5, 2026 start from 110.83, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for JPY 1500 per night.

What time is check-in at Novotel Nara?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Novotel Nara?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Novotel Nara located?

This family-friendly Nara hotel is located near a boardwalk/promenade, within 2 mi (3 km) of Nara Park, Nara Woman's University, and Kofuku-ji Temple. Nara National Museum and Todaiji Temple are also within 3 mi (5 km). Shin-Omiya Station is 8 minutes by foot and Nara Station is 18 minutes.

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Reviews

Novotel Nara Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 263 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 263 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 263 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 263 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 263 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

gail

Excellent staff, amenities, room size, location, all excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Wai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are polite and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Youchun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent stay. 10 minutes from railway station, nice staff and a quiet place. Hotel is new.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Edwin Rosales

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice amenities, just be aware that there isn't much around but I nice place to be in. If you want an easy line to Nara and Osaka
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yuval

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and facilities! Great size! Best hotel we had in Japan
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, fabulous breakfast, love the rooftop bar. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laarni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
4-star hotel with 5-star service. Fantastic breakfast buffet. There are lunch and dinner buffets available. Will visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wai Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent breakfast and the room is in good size. We enjoyed the stay in this hotel very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fenqiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean everywhere, excellent breakfast and friendly staff, great value!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms. Very clean - nice breakfast !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRYAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are nice. Room is clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kwaku

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, nice layout, great food, amazing experience!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel, great onsene. Very good buffet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was not particularly close to major attractions, but was such a great hotel! Super comfortable, clean, and modern.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, modern clean rooms. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel, awesome breakfast, rooms were super nice and had 2 TV channels in English. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ornella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great hotel for work but also to bring your family along. Very clean and the staff was very helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, modern, spacious room. Great staff. Has gym, pubic bath and other great ameneties. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little far from the metro but the room itself was great and the terrace is cool.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lon Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025