A stay at Hotel Nikko Nara places you in the heart of Nara, within a 5-minute drive of Nara Park and Kofuku-ji Temple. This 5-star hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Todaiji Temple and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Nara National Museum.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Grab a bite to eat at SERENA, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a lobby lounge. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the Welcome lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 330 guestrooms featuring refrigerators 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 front desk staff were very welcoming, and the service was excellent all around. The breakfast had a distinct Nara flavor, and the location was convenient with frequent transportation options, which was a huge plus.
However, the facilities are undeniably dated. While clean, I personally felt the overall experience wasn't as good as hotels with newer facilities. Also, I stayed for two nights, and on the second day, I noticed there was no cleaning service; only the water was replaced and the trash emptied. If cleaning requires putting out a sign, I suggest the hotel specifically mentions this at check-in or notes it on a information sheet. Other hotels I've stayed at, like Daiwa Roynet and Hilton, usually have clear instructions or indicators for this."