Best Hotels in Nara

Just a short train ride from Kyoto, Nara is Japan's first permanent capital and a living museum where history feels immediate.

The main draw is Nara Park, a vast green space where hundreds of sacred, free-roaming deer bow politely for crackers.

Here, you'll find Todai-ji Temple, home to the Daibutsu, a colossal bronze Buddha housed in one of the world's largest wooden buildings. The quieter paths of the Kasuga Taisha shrine, with its thousands of stone lanterns, offer a more reflective experience away from the central crowds. Nara is ideal for day-trippers from Osaka or Kyoto, but staying overnight lets you enjoy the city's serene mornings. It's perfect for culture-focused travelers, families who will love the deer, and solo visitors exploring ancient Japan. The area around Kintetsu Nara Station is the most convenient base, putting you within a short walk of the park and its temples, with excellent rail links back to the major hubs. On HOTEVI, you'll find around 75 places to stay in Nara. Accommodation is dominated by practical business hotels and comfortable mid-range options near the stations, with a few traditional ryokan inns offering a more immersive cultural experience.