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Guesthouse Naramachi

2.0 star property
Peaceful gardens provide a quiet escape near Nara Park, while bike rentals stand ready for guests to explore the historic surroundings at their own pace.

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Guesthouse Naramachi creates a calm retreat just steps from Nara Park. Travelers relax in the garden, enjoy the arcade/game room, or browse the library collection. The property combines relaxation with practicality through its high-speed WiFi and helpful concierge services.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is NT$5,973
NT$6,631 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22

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Traditional House | Living area | 45-inch LCD TV with digital channels, computer monitors

Traditional House

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 1044 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 13
  • 13 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Map
30 Kitakyobatecho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8322

What's nearby

  • Gango-ji Temple - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Nara Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 16 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪キラメキノトリ 奈良店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪コメダ珈琲店 奈良中央本店 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪鹿の舟 竃 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪すするか、すすらんか。 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪ならまち分校スイーツ部 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Guesthouse Naramachi

Guesthouse near Nara Park
Located close to Gango-ji Temple and Sarusawa Pond Park, Guesthouse Naramachi provides a garden, an arcade/game room, and a library. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and a business center are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Bike rentals, smoke-free premises, and meeting rooms
  • A nature reserve, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Concierge services, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and computer monitors.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 45-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Private yards, separate dining areas, and eco-friendly cleaning products

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (JPY 800 per night); reservations required
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library

Family friendly

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Arcade/game room
  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (30 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 1000.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 800 per night (131 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 1000.0 per day

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property only accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
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
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Guesthouse House Naramachi
Guesthouse Naramachi
Naramachi Guesthouse
Guesthouse Naramachi Nara
Guesthouse Naramachi Nara
Guesthouse Naramachi Guesthouse
Guesthouse Naramachi Guesthouse Nara

Frequently asked questions

Is Guesthouse Naramachi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Guesthouse Naramachi?

As of 2025/12/19, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guesthouse Naramachi on 2025/12/21 start from NT$5,973, 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?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Guesthouse Naramachi?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Guesthouse Naramachi?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Guesthouse Naramachi located?

Located in Naramachi, this spa guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Gango-ji Temple, Nara Park, and Sarusawa Pond Park. Nara Woman's University and Kasuga Shrine are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kintetsu-Nara Station is 16 minutes by foot and Nara Station is 22 minutes.

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Reviews

Guesthouse Naramachi Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 85 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner and staff were amazing…so sad we were there only for one night for a music show. Gracious and amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ならまちの近くで、観光に便利、リーズナブルなのに部屋があてがわれる。そして近くに２４時までやっている数軒の銭湯があり、そこにサウナがあるのがすばらしい。ホストの方が親切でアットホームである。
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avelino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El anfitrión super amable , me explico y me dio el recorrido es pequeño pero muy hogareño recomendado si te quieres sentir como un japonés en su casa
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

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

Guest house très agréable

Notre séjour a été très agréable ; les gérants de la guesthouse étaient très prévoyants surtout qu’ils nous ont aidé à modifier et planifier la suite de notre séjour au japon à cause du passage du super typhon hagibis. Très gentils et attentionnés !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Phil&Gal, Grenoble

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the old house.Having to pay for towels was a bit akward. The host was nice but the house rules presentation was heavy during check in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Ming

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

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由奈良車站就有環線公車可直達民宿，班次也多，同時也可達重要景點。附近的巷弄隨處就可看到很美的古老房舍。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
パーキングは近所のコインパーキングでした。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
充滿傳統日式住宅的民宿，很棒。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lou

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

Guesthouse japonaise traditionnelle et confortable

Un couple de japonais tient cette guesthouse depuis une dizaine d’années. Très bonne organisation et accueil chaleureux. Cette ancienne maison de calligraphie centenaire a été réaménagée en logement traditionnel japonais. Les chambres sont très soignées et confortables. Les futons posés à même le tatami font office de lits, comme le veut la tradition japonaise. Cela peut surprendre mais on y dort très bien. La maison est très bien située, au cœur des petites ruelles de Nara. Le propriétaire propose des locations de vélos, ce qui est très pratique. Je recommande vivement !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Traditionnelle et confortable

Guesthouse très agréable! Très traditionnelle tout en disposant de tout le confort nécessaire. Les propriétaires sont très accueillants et à l’écoute. Je recommande vivement!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Suzann

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

Séjour Coup de cœur à Naramachi

Mr et Mme Kanzai sont des hôtes extraordinaires et généreux. Mon séjour chez eux et dans le quartier Naramachi sont mes coups de cœur du Japon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Heinz

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

Recht gut

Leider war eine Baustelle gleich nebenan!

10/10 Excellent

Angela, Mobile, Alabama

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

Photo show the view outside our window.

Wonderful place to stay in Nara, a beautiful traditional Japanese house, quiet, nice neighborhood, about 10-15 minutes walk to shopping and restaurant area, but we don’t mind the walk through the peaceful and beautiful alleys.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Ihana majoitus

Vanha tunnelmallinen talo kävelymatkan päässä juna asemalta, jota pyörittää mitä ystävällisin vanha pariskunta. Majoitus yksityishuoneissa on perinteisillä futoneilla, tunnelmallisissa huoneissa. Suihkut ja vessat ovat jaetut, ja suihkujen käytölle on tietyt ajat, mutta ruuhkaa niihin ei tule missään vaiheessa. Talo on upea!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

推荐体验

民宿这一对认真生活、充满爱的老夫妻最值得怀念！
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

I loved being there and it felt like family.

You need to be aware of other people. That´s it, just like you would do at home :) They helped us in all they could and were truly interested in sharing with us. If you decide to go, share with them your plans and things you would like to do, they know a lot of people and can point you in the right direction. Would definitely go again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mahmoud , Ocala, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean place and warm people, I would totally stay there again. Kumiko and Shinju really make you feel home.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Otherwise a great place to stay.

Review of Guesthouse Naramachi The introduction and tour by the proprietor as well as the officious explanation of the myriad of strict rules might leave you feeling you have just landed on a prison farm. He may ask for your passport four times if you do not hand it over within ten seconds. The piano music, which plays until 11PM, (doors locked at 10) might be flattered to be described as sappy and is on a perpetual repeat cycle. If you want an early night it isn’t possible. A good pair of ear plugs is strongly recommended - the sound barriers between the rooms are less than paper thin. All paths from bathroom to bedroom pass through the only living area which is charming. There are only two bathrooms and two showers, insufficient for the number of guests. The stairs to the sleeping rooms are steeper and longer than most temples so bring climbing slippers bigger than size 8 men’s – the proprietor will insist you wear them. If you are anywhere close to six feet tall you may want a hard hat – there are low ceilings in some areas. After you have stripped your bed (rule 62) in the morning, the wife (or helper) of the proprietor will ask you to account for your bedding and towels as though you might slip them into your luggage. Towels will cost you extra. Otherwise a great place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

YEONGUK

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

Soooooo clean

very well organized, clean, comfort, best guesthouse I have been. Alomost 100 years buiding is renovated and become the good hostel equped with modern conveniency by the owner. I made a mistake with my booking but the owner showed generous with smile. I will come again if i have a chance to visit Nara again. Do book this hostel !

6/10 Okay

KATHLEEN

Fine, but Out of the Way

I needed a bus to get there from the train station.

8/10 Good

FUMIKO

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

快適な京終のゲストハウス

無料でPCが使えたので、タブレットを忘れた身でとてもありがたかったです。 シャワーも特段支障なく、冷蔵庫、無料のティーバッグ、お湯、食器などもありがたかったです。北京終町バス停からほど近く、京終駅も歩いて行けます。桜井線、バスを使うのであればよいと思います。

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Casa antigua con mucha historia. El propietario es muy agradable, te da buenos consejos. Alquilan bicis por 500Y o 1000Y (dependiendo del tipo). Hay que coger un bus para ir a la estación de tren. No hay paredes por lo que aconsejo tapones por la noche!

8/10 Good

MINSHAN, Shanghai, China

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

特殊的日式旅馆体验

公共浴室略有不便；房子由于是木制结构，隔音效果比较差

8/10 Good

Jianjun, 上海

Liked: Staff & service
酒店老板英文很棒。。老板娘会详细告诉周围推荐的旅游景点

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great experience

My wife and I stayed here for one night and wish we could have stayed longer! The couple that owns this place are extremely nice and helpful. The Naramachi area is great for walking around and checking our the shops. And the building itself is beautiful with a ton of history. We booked a private room and it was well worth it.