Hotels With Parking in Nara Prefecture, Japan

I stayed at this hotel recently and had a very unpleasant encounter with one of the front desk staff. Around 8 AM, the female staff member standing in the middle position was extremely rude and impatient. When I told her I would collect my suitcase between 12:00 and 14:00, she only wrote down “12:00” without confirming and gave me a very unfriendly look. Later, she asked me to lower my suitcase handle, but her English was unclear, and when I didn’t understand, she repeated it with even more frustration. Only after I looked upset did she reluctantly say “sorry.” As a foreign guest, I felt like I was treated differently—there seemed to be a clear lack of respect and possibly even discrimination. This hotel is not welcoming to international travelers, and the service was far below expectations for a hotel in Japan. I do not recommend this hotel and will not stay here again

Smile Hotel Nara is a great base for exploring Nara! It is very close to the JR Nara station (It only took a few minutes to walk to the hotel from the station). From the station, you can take a cheap bus to go look at many of the famous views and sights (and deer) in and around Nara Park (photos attached)! The hotel was older but still very clean, had free luggage storage for guests, and was very warm on a cold winter night! Also, you can drink the sink water from this hotel bathroom!

The hotel is next to the Nara station, it’s very good location. The staff are kind and nice, we asked about the route and restaurant recommendations, they are so helpful. The onsen in the hotel is good. Pyjamas and necessities are provided. Free alcohol drinks are also provided. All the check-in or entering room are in automatic mode. Good security for woman onsen zone with specific password to enter. I wish I could stay here again if I come back to Nara again.

Except for the location being a little far away, there is nothing wrong with it. There are massage chairs and massage sticks, a massage bathtub, and a TV where you can watch movies and adult films. For such a large space, the price is very cost-effective.

Fantastic hotel for anyone who drive. Free Car park with lots of spaces. The facility is very clean, spacious room, both indoor and outdoor hot spring. Really there is nothing to complain in this hotel. It is located in a fairly decent neighborhoods and able to provide this standard of hot spring is phenomenal. One of the best stay we had in this journey. Highly Recommended.

Actually i had no plan to stay at this AB hotel for 3 nights. Due to super low prices on weekday, i extended my stay for 1 more day to have more rest & relax to hike at this mountain for total 5 hrs duration.

I stayed at this hotel after mid-April. Overall, the room and service were decent. However, the air conditioning was a big disappointment. The hotel uses a centralized system, which means you can’t control the temperature yourself. Unfortunately, it was set at around 27–28°C — way too hot! It was really uncomfortable and I couldn’t sleep properly. In the end, I had to open the window just to get some cool air. I noticed that many other rooms had their windows open too — looks like I wasn’t the only one struggling! Honestly, the aircon was pretty much useless. You’re better off turning it off completely and just enjoying the fresh air from outside.

Very good location and a lot of restaurants nearby. Front desk is very efficient and helpful

The hotel locate just beside Nara station, bus terminal is also steps away, very convenient. The room size is very comfortable. Staffs are all friendly and handle check in fast. Check out is via self service machine which took only 2 mins. Every floor has facility room with auto laundry machine, oven and etc, which is very helpful for multiple days stay. Breakfast has various choices while tastes average to me. Overall a very satisfied stay and thanks a lot to all hotel staffs.

The traditional Japanese room exceeded my expectations. Compared with hotels in downtown Kyoto, it is cost-effective, close to attractions, and has a good environment. The hotel's hot spring water is great and good for health. Compared with public open-air, indoor, and private reserved baths, I prefer the open-air bath, which is more comfortable and not easy to suffocate. The private reservation is a bit tight with 40 minutes, and the water feels a bit unclean when I go there at night. I don't know if the water can be changed every time. All the products provided are Pola, and some locals go there. I will sweat after a while after taking a bath. The free herbal tea provided on the first floor is also very comfortable. I will go there next time. The five-story pagoda is under repair, which affects the view a bit.