Luxury Hotels in Nara City

The JW Marriott Nara, the first international luxury hotel in Nara, welcomes guests to enjoy sophistication with a personal touch. Select from 158 gracefully-appointed guest rooms, including 16 suites, offering a complete range of modern amenities and conveniences. Our Nara luxury hotel offers an array of dining options, including the multi-concept food theatre Silk Road Dining, specialty Japanese restaurant 'Azekura', and the lounge bar 'Flying Stag'. Enjoy a refreshing workout in the 24-hour fitness center, a swim in the indoor pool, or get pampered with a massage, facial, or other treatments at the hotel's luxury spa. Upgrade to a more personalized experience in our Executive Lounge, offering concierge service, exquisite F&B offerings, and a private meeting room. Our professional meeting and wedding planners are ready to customize the perfect event utilizing our hotel's ballroom and four additional meeting rooms as well the ample space in the connecting convention center, the largest in Nara.

**Nara Kasuga Kanoya** is gracefully situated within the sacred Kasuga Forest, a revered sanctuary protected for over 1,400 years and recognized as part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Ideally located at the heart of Nara’s cultural treasures, the hotel stands directly before the Mizuya Sando entrance of **Kasuga Taisha**. Guests may reach **Mount Wakakusa** in just one minute on foot, **Todai-ji** in eight minutes, the charming **Todaiji Omotesando** in eight minutes, and the distinguished **Nara National Museum** in ten minutes. Surrounded by many of Nara’s most celebrated landmarks, our location allows guests to explore the city’s timeless heritage entirely on foot. Within the hotel, our restaurant presents an exquisite Chef’s Omakase French dining experience, crafted from the freshest seasonal ingredients sourced locally in Nara and carefully selected from across Japan and abroad. To complement the cuisine, we offer an extensive selection of refined Japanese sake—chosen with the same philosophy as fine wine pairings—alongside curated wines, locally brewed craft beers, and juices produced by nearby farmers. Each guest room exceeds 40 square meters in size, offering a serene and spacious retreat. Luxurious Imabari towels and thoughtfully appointed amenities ensure exceptional comfort. The in-room minibar, including alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and snacks, is provided on a complimentary basis for our guests’ enjoyment. We warmly invite you to experience an unforgettable stay immersed in the sacred beauty and cultural elegance of Nara.

With a stay at Nara Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Nara, within a 10-minute walk of Sarusawa Pond Park and Nara Park. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Kofuku-ji Temple and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Todaiji Temple. Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services. Enjoy French cuisine at Main Dining Room MIKASA, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 127 air-conditioned rooms featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.

The villa features a relaxing indoor bath and a unique outdoor bathing area that can be enjoyed as either an open-air bath or a pool. In the garden, guests can enjoy outdoor dining with a convenient electric BBQ grill. Families with children will love the dedicated playroom, equipped with a climbing wall, trampoline, hammock, and swing. Whether you're traveling with kids or friends, there is plenty of space to relax and have fun together. One of the unique charms of staying in Nara is the chance to encounter wild deer, which occasionally visit the garden. Enjoy a special moment surrounded by nature while experiencing the peaceful atmosphere that makes Nara so unique. Combining relaxation, outdoor experiences, and family-friendly entertainment, this private villa offers a memorable stay in Nara. Perfect for family vacations, group trips, and travelers seeking a spacious holiday home with an outdoor bath, BBQ facilities, and easy access to Nara's famous attractions.