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A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and a high ceiling with a geometric pattern.

A chef preparing food in a kitchen with a wood-fired oven, various food stations, and a buffet with an assortment of dishes and condiments.

A modern hotel entrance with a welcoming sign, large stone columns, and a well-lit interior visible through the glass doors.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a mirror, and a walk-in closet.

1. Novotel Nara

2.7 km from Saidai-ji

MICHAEL

NT$2,859

NT$3,459 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a central dining area with tables and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a large sofa, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a large painting on the wall, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple floors, and large windows.

2. JW Marriott Hotel Nara

2.6 km from Saidai-ji

John

NT$8,343

NT$10,554 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hallway leading to a room with wooden doors, labeled "HOTEL WITH ZEN TIMELESS RESORT".

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a tray of items, and a TV.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table with a tray, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'HOTEL WITH ZEN' sign.

3. HOTEL ZEN narahourai

1.9 km from Saidai-ji

Raquel

NT$2,331

NT$2,564 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Hotel Rocco." It features a modern design with balconies and a stone facade.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a massage chair, a table with candles, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a black leather sofa, a bed with a white headboard, a small table with a plant, a TV, and a minibar.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a bedside table with a bottle and glasses, and a mirror.

4. HOTEL ROCCO - Adults Only

1.5 km from Saidai-ji

Daniel

NT$1,431

NT$1,574 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern building with a glass entrance, a water feature, and a bench.

A building with a brick facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area with outdoor seating.

A modern building with a vertical wooden slat facade, a narrow water feature, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large window with a view of greenery, and a dark wooden floor.

5. Hotel Allamanda

2.8 km from Saidai-ji

Alexadra

NT$2,516

NT$3,044 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel entrance with a double door, a doormat, and two potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with chairs, a fireplace, and a TV.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a television, potted plants, and a chandelier.

6. Fine Garden Nara Horai

1.6 km from Saidai-ji

Lizzie

NT$899

NT$1,088 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a shelf with pictures, and a wardrobe.

A hallway with wooden flooring and white walls, leading to multiple rooms.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a vase with flowers.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a gas stove, and a wooden countertop. There are two trash bins and a window with curtains.

7. Comfy Stay TDS

3 km from Saidai-ji

HIROKO

NT$5,095

NT$5,604 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, a heater, and a wooden ceiling.

A wooden table with a chair that has a cushioned seat.

A compact kitchen with a gas stove, sink, and a microwave.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a futon bed.

8. naramoon The stairs are steep, suitable for young people to live in.

2.6 km from Saidai-ji

"1st, this is an old and poorly maintained house without the old house charm. 2nd, please add a "Can Not accept any guest older than 55 years old. We were almost denied at check-in due to our age. 3rd, Expedia should not outsource the reservation through another 3rd party platform (Ctrip.com). 4th, English communication is challenged. 5th, it is not price competitive. Another hostel a few house down was only US$26 instead of $52. 6th, the hostel does not allow any cancellation. 7th, the...

Hsin-Teh

NT$554

NT$610 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, two beds with pillows, and a wall with a floral pattern.

A modern interior with a wooden bench, a TV on a stand, and a wall with shelves displaying various items.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, seating, and a wall with shelves displaying various items.

A building with a stone facade, illuminated windows, and a sign with Japanese characters.

9. Temple Town Hotel WAQOO Horyuji

10 km from Saidai-ji

Maiko

NT$3,596

NT$3,956 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hot tub with a wooden bench, large windows, and a view of a garden.

A reception area with a dark reception desk, wooden stools, a potted plant, and a traditional Japanese sliding door.

A clear water feature with rocks and a wooden backdrop.

A traditional Japanese entrance with a tatami mat leading to a room.

10. Onyado Nono Nara Natural Hot Spring

3.7 km from Saidai-ji

Travis

NT$2,590

NT$2,910 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A variety of Japanese dishes, including sashimi and sushi, served on decorative plates.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a thatched roof, surrounded by a pond and lush greenery.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view of a pagoda through large windows.

A modern bathroom with a large window, a shower, and a sink.

11. Asukasou

Naramachi, 5.1 km from Saidai-ji

Kevin

NT$5,149

NT$6,230 total

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and large windows allowing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A long, narrow hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden doors, and recessed lighting.

12. Richmond Hotel Higashi Osaka

17.4 km from Saidai-ji

Tate Patrick

NT$1,347

NT$1,481 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden desk with a laptop, a remote control, and a towel.

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a white kettle on a table, a small potted plant, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchenette with a white refrigerator, a kettle, and a small plant on the counter.

13. Osaka English House

17.8 km from Saidai-ji

Kenji

NT$1,548

NT$1,703 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern bathroom with multiple sinks, mirrors, and a central hot tub.

A modern interior with colorful hexagonal partitions, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the street.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, multiple sinks, and a mirror.

A modern interior with colorful hexagonal partitions, seating areas, and a reception desk.

14. KOKO HOTEL Higashiosaka

17.1 km from Saidai-ji

Lucian

NT$1,541

NT$1,695 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a wooden table.

A modern staircase with wooden steps and a metal railing, leading to a landing with a door.

A modern two-story house with a garage, large windows, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

15. Danro no yado Concept House Hoshida

13.3 km from Saidai-ji

Anonymous traveler

NT$7,659

NT$9,442 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a sofa, and a tea ceremony setup.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and wall-mounted artwork.

A garden with a red umbrella, a stone pathway, and a table with a red tablecloth.

A covered walkway with wooden beams and tiled flooring, leading to a traditional gate.

16. Gallery NICO

17.9 km from Saidai-ji

"My wife and I loved our time at this property. It has a very cute garden where we would sit and have tea. We also enjoyed the art display in the living room, which was all made by the host’s mother. The property is in an area away from the city where we could get a taste of everyday life in Japan, so we were delighted every time we walked to and from the train stations. Plus, our host was very helpful and attentive, she assisted us to get our luggage forwarded to our next hotel. We had an...

Armando

NT$2,797

NT$3,077 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, two wicker chairs, a mirror, and a sun-shaped wall decoration.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a decorative wall panel, and a built-in heater.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, and a seating area.

A lobby with a black leather sofa, a chandelier, a reception desk with a menu board, and a wall with framed pictures.

17. Hotel Atlantis Higashiosaka - Adults Only

17 km from Saidai-ji

Tomas

NT$1,149

NT$1,264 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a low table with chairs, a television, and a large window with shoji screens.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with chairs, and large windows offering a view of the sea.

A view through a window with a tiled floor and a reflection of lights in the window.

A room with tatami mats, a television, a small table, a sofa, and a view of the city.

18. Shiroyama inn

8.3 km from Saidai-ji

"The staff were beyond friendly and hospitable! My friend staying with me was having medical issues and we were immediately offered help/accommodations in any way possible. The bath has a fantastic view over Nara, the property is nestled amongst some of the most beautiful scenery I’ve ever seen, our room was very cozy, and the breakfast in the morning left us full and satisfied. Somehow in a Country other than my home, I felt right at home. If I ever come back to Japan, I’d be remiss if I didn’t...

Stephen

NT$3,445

NT$3,815 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A spacious lobby with a central marble column, large windows, and potted plants.

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a wardrobe, and a large window.

A hotel entrance with a curved facade, a reception desk, and potted plants.

19. Hotel San Marco

16.7 km from Saidai-ji

sayaka

NT$1,843

NT$2,134 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A building with a sign for 'Toyoko Inn' and a wheelchair-accessible entrance.

A hotel hallway with carpeted flooring, white walls, and doors on both sides.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and a large window with a city view.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted clock, and a shelf with amenities.

20. Toyoko Inn Nara Oji-eki Minami-guchi

12.6 km from Saidai-ji

Anonymous traveler

NT$2,331

NT$2,564 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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Compare popular hotels close to Saidai-ji

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Novotel Nara	9.4 Exceptional 432 reviews	View
JW Marriott Hotel Nara	9.4 Exceptional 103 reviews	View
HOTEL ZEN narahourai	8.8 Excellent 10 reviews	View
HOTEL ROCCO - Adults Only	8.6 Excellent 24 reviews	View
Hotel Allamanda	8.6 Excellent 65 reviews	View

Top Saidai-ji Hotel Reviews

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

10/10 Excellent

"Clean updated rooms, corner room is relatively spacious. Great location!"

APA Hotel Namba Ekihigashi

10/10 Excellent

"The location is very convenient, and the room is nice and clean. Front desk is very nice and helpful too."

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great. Location is amazing. Walking distance to Osaka station. 1 stop to shin osaka, did all my day trips with no hassle.. Shopping center just below and much more.. everything you need.. Just give yourself a couple hours or days to learn the layout of everything around you.. its worth it."

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

10/10 Excellent

"Shopping"

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was clean and well kept. Staff were attentive. Hotel breakfast was worth purchasing."

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, close to popular areas and helpful staff"

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

10/10 Excellent

"my favoraite"

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

10/10 Excellent

"This is a fabulous place to stay. 5-10 minutes from Namba station, Dotonburi area and the canal. Staff were fantastic, friendly and helpful especially Jerry with his local knowledge and excellent English. Being able to wash and dry a full load of clothes in an hour for 600 yen was a bonus. The room was plenty big enough with great power and wifi connections. Add in a free breakfast, coffee and cocoa machine, cold water and you have the ideal place to stay. Can’t recommend this hotel highly enough"

Namba Oriental Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location"

Other attractions near Saidai-ji

Nara Family

8.0/10 (25 reviews)

During your visit to Nara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nara Family. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

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Emperor Koken Mausoleum

Emperor Koken Mausoleum is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Kikoji Temple

Kikoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

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Emperor Seimu Mausoleum

Emperor Seimu Mausoleum is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Akishino-dera Temple

After visiting Akishino-dera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nara. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

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Sakimisakizakiyama Ancient Tomb

You can find out about the history of Nara with a stop at Sakimisakizakiyama Ancient Tomb. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Gourd Mountain Ancient Tomb

You can find out about the history of Nara with a visit to Gourd Mountain Ancient Tomb. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Heijo Palace Ruins Historical Park

After visiting Heijo Palace Ruins Historical Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nara. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Saidai-ji?

Saidai-ji is located in a walkable area of Nara known for its temples. You'll find 147 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Saidai-ji?

Hotel New Otani Osaka is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 11 restaurants. You'll find it 14 mi (22.6 km) from Saidai-ji. Other good choices in the area include APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower and Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA.

How many hotels are there near Saidai-ji?

Expedia has 147 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Saidai-ji.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Saidai-ji, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Saidai-ji.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Saidai-ji?

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Saidai-ji, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Saidai-ji?

You'll want to browse the collections at Nara National Museum, Nara Prefectural Art Museum, and Shosoin Temple. Heijo Palace, Nara Woman's University, and Kofuku-ji Temple are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can wander around Isui-en Garden, Nara Park, or Keihanna Memorial Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Saidai-ji hotels

1. Novotel Nara

2. JW Marriott Hotel Nara

3. HOTEL ZEN narahourai

4. HOTEL ROCCO - Adults Only

5. Hotel Allamanda

6. Fine Garden Nara Horai

7. Comfy Stay TDS

8. naramoon The stairs are steep, suitable for young people to live in.

9. Temple Town Hotel WAQOO Horyuji

10. Onyado Nono Nara Natural Hot Spring

11. Asukasou

12. Richmond Hotel Higashi Osaka

13. Osaka English House

14. KOKO HOTEL Higashiosaka

15. Danro no yado Concept House Hoshida

16. Gallery NICO

17. Hotel Atlantis Higashiosaka - Adults Only

18. Shiroyama inn

19. Hotel San Marco

20. Toyoko Inn Nara Oji-eki Minami-guchi

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Top Saidai-ji Hotel Reviews

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

APA Hotel Namba Ekihigashi

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

Namba Oriental Hotel

Other attractions near Saidai-ji

Nara Family

Emperor Koken Mausoleum

Kikoji Temple

Emperor Seimu Mausoleum

Akishino-dera Temple

Sakimisakizakiyama Ancient Tomb

Gourd Mountain Ancient Tomb

Heijo Palace Ruins Historical Park

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