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Hotel New Wakasa

3.5 star property
Hotel with spa, near Nara Park

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Experience a tranquil escape at Hotel New Wakasa, nestled near Nara Park. Unwind in the indoor public bath or rooftop terrace, indulge in traditional Japanese cuisine for breakfast and explore the nearby Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall. With spa services like massages and free WiFi, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travellers

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot springs
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout curtains
The current price is £129
19 Aug - 20 Aug

Room options

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Interior

ROH Japanese-style Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Double Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Interior

HAKUSHIKA Renovated Japanese Room with Open-air Bath

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Dining | Breakfast served

NEIRAKU Renovated Japanese Room With Open-Air Bath

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Double Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and sliding doors.

Economy Room (Breakfast Included,Check in until 7pm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Futons OR 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Balcony, Mountain View (with Panoramic Bath Room)

A modern interior with a sofa, a small table, and a view of the outdoors at night.

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Mountain View (with Panoramic Bath Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and shoji screens.

Superior Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premier Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

A modern living room with tatami flooring, a low table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Premier Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premier Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

A modern room with a wooden floor, a central table, a sofa, and a TV on the wall.

Premier Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Traditional Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a bench, a decorative sculpture, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

Traditional Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

A modern room with a wooden ceiling, a large table, and a TV on the right.

Classic Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

Classic Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden table, and a sofa with cushions.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Futons OR 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Design Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a seating area with benches.

Design Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Design Room, Mountain View | Down duvets, in-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Design Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Room, Non Smoking | Down duvets, in-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Economy Room, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Futons OR 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Room | Down duvets, in-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Premium Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, low wooden furniture, and a sliding shoji screen door.

Premier Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a children's slide, and a flat-screen TV in a cozy living area.

Family Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Japanese-style Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Mountain View (with Panoramic Bath Room)

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a wooden table, and a television.

Japanese-style Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Mountain View (with Panoramic Bath Room)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
1 Kitahanda Higashicho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8274

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nara Woman's University - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 81 min drive
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 87 min drive
  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 12 min walk
  • Nara Station - 25 min walk
  • Shin-Omiya Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪PARK桃谷樓 -PARK TOKOKURO- - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪喫茶田川 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪京都勝牛 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪まめじか食堂 - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hotel New Wakasa

  • Hotel New Wakasa features a rooftop terrace and puts you only steps from Nara Park. Guests can indulge in massages at the spa, and Japanese cuisine is served at Traditional Dining Room, which is open for breakfast. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Hot springs

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Full-service spa

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 80
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 87
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers
  • Children's slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Electronic bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Tatami (woven mat floors)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 6:00 AM to 11:30 PM. There are hot springs on site.

Dining

Traditional Dining Room – This restaurant specialises in Japanese cuisine and only serves breakfast.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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.

Optional extras

  • Japanese breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 2750 for adults and JPY 1650 for children

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for private bath/onsen and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Hotel New Wakasa
Hotel New Wakasa Nara
New Wakasa
New Wakasa Nara
Hotel New Wakasa Inn
Hotel New Wakasa Nara
Hotel New Wakasa Inn Nara

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel New Wakasa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel New Wakasa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel New Wakasa?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel New Wakasa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel New Wakasa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing is available.

What is there to do at Hotel New Wakasa and nearby?

On-site recreation at Hotel New Wakasa includes hot springs. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as spa services and a picnic area. Hotel New Wakasa also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel New Wakasa?

Yes, Traditional Dining Room offers Japanese cuisine.

What's the area around Hotel New Wakasa like?

Hotel New Wakasa is a short 1-minute walk from Nara Park and 6 minutes' walk from Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall.

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Reviews

Hotel New Wakasa Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The breakfast at New Wakasa offers a luxurious experience with traditional meals and generous portions. (13 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Overall great experience. The staff were lovely.
Keri-Anne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The free tour arranged by the hotel was excellent and informative, we loved our guide Michiko! Japanese breakfast was delicious and beautifully arranged and served. Coffee on the rooftop scenic and serene.
Judy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room 401 was excellent, spacious, quiet and private. Hotel roof terrace was lovely (even in the rain!). Dinner and breakfast (Japanese) very good and staff very helpful in explaining the various dishes. Great location for temples/ deer park etc.
Stewart, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Delicous breakfast, excellent customer service, great location. I highly recommend this place!
Molly, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A spectacular stay at New Wakasa. The location is perfect, the staff incredibly kind and attentive, and the rooms were beautiful and comfortable. Both dinner and breakfast were amazing. We also loved the thoughtful touches, especially the photo they took of us and the souvenirs. The baths were very clean and relaxing. 100% recommend.
Bruno, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was excellent. Sae greeted and welcomed us upon arrival and started the stay out in a great way.
Nara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved the proximity to Nara Park and feeding the deer. The rooms and food was amazing. Great onsen, and of course playing with the deer was best for kids.
Seth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place with the kindest staff and a beautiful onsen. My room had the sauna and there was a lot of traffic noise from the main road so maybe not ideal for light sleepers but overall a great stay.
Gemma, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very close to many tourist spots. Great staff and facilities. I would highly recommend
Rachel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are nice and polite. Car parking is free during stay.
Pui Yi, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

A unique experience of more traditional accomodation. I enjoyed the private onsen on our balcony.
Anna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Nara ! Full Immersion in Japanese Culture & the Roof Top 360 degree view of Nara is a fitting way to end the day.
Craig, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We cannot say enough great tings about this hotel. The staff was outstanding and the property is very traditional. We really enjoyed the personal touches and little details to welcome you during the check in process.
Sean, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All of the staff are genuinely kind and wonderful. Lovely hotel close to Todai-Ji temple and all the deer you can handle. Nara is a magical place.
Brandon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It's my first time staying at Hotel New Wakasa. I travelled with my husband and two kids (10 and 15 yo). We took train and walked about 15 minutes to the hotel. We have booked the room with our own tub with mountain view. We were greeted by the friendly staff. They took us to the room. There were some complimentary drinks for adults and kids. The room was very clean and we liked the design a lot. Slippers were all prepared at the front door. Our booking included one half board dinner and a breakfast. The staff will come to our room to set up the bed when we stepped out for dinner. The food was delicate and delicious. During dinner, the hotel had hired someone to play music and she would come to each table and asked if there's any specific piece you would like to hear. There was also a rooftop for you to enjoy sunset or sunrise although it was a bit windy and cold when we went in mid March. There was also a small outdoor playground for little kids. We have tried the public bath separately for men and women, not too crowded. The overall experience was great.
Rooftop
Kai Chung, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time, wishing we could have stayed longer. The hospitality of the staff and amazing customer service definitely will make me come back. Give everyone a raise please.
Christopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Truly Amazing

Hotel New Wakasa lifts the fame of Japanese hospitality to another level. I have never been so welcomed by a hotel where their offering and servicing is so customer oriented, leaving a very impressive memory from start til checking out The quality on the catering side was slightly below par but was justified by the price they charged. All in all, it is a very nice accommodation to relax and the experience was well above expectations
King To, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Almost luxury ryokan but with a warm touch

It seems like a smaller business. The staff were very polite and helpful. We had a standard room with japanese style breakfast and dinner. Both were good experiencies. Also reserved the private bath which was nice with a good view. Room was newly renovated and cozy. Daily activities in Nara combined with the hotel was one of our best days in Japan. Would highly recommend
Jani, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff here is absolutely wonderful. They were so kind and helpful. We had one of the smaller rooms, but still way more spacious than something in Tokyo within our price range. The room and private bath were so beautiful. We ordered the Japanese dinner and breakfast and it is a must if you stay here! You’ll try foods authentic to Nara specifically and the amount you receive is more than plenty. Would highly recommend this stay to anyone even for just one night, as that is what we did to relax in the middle of our busy trip.
Brooke, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We have been to many onsen ryokan and the quality has been declining in general in terms of food and amenities but Hotel New Wakasa made us want to book our trip to it again next year! It is considered as one of our best onsen ryokan experience in the past ten years for overall quality. I didn’t know their staff names but all of them are welcoming with a good smile and helpful. Our teenage birthday boy got a surprise dessert platter at dinner which was very thoughtful and we appreciated it soooo much coz we didn’t know where to get a cake nearby 😆 The deer decorations are everywhere and we just enjoyed everything in the hotel so much! Rooms are clean and tatami beddings are very comfortable. We are a party of two groups. One is a double room for two people and one is with private onsen for a group of 4. Staff put our rooms next to each other which is very thoughtful because we didn’t even request it. Both rooms were immaculate. The bathrooms are very clean and well equipped. The hairdryer in our room is sth I really like! The Toto electronic toilet bowl control has such a sleek design and being installed at the best position. We had a truly relaxing and joyful experience in Nara and would like to once again extend our gratitude to all of the staff in the hotel because they made our stay over the top. Parking spots: can easily find one nearby.
Juliana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

5 star experience

Excellent location. We walked to the hotel with luggage from the train station,10 minutes down a cool street. Used a holylfy e sim for GPS and downloaded the Taxi Go App to get back to the train station for under $8. The New Wakasa staff made the absolute best check in, you have to go to experience it. Rolled out the red carpet, made sure we were comfortable from check in to check out. Breakfast was awesome, we did 1 japanese style and 1 western style. Both great, but Japanese style was such a lovely display. You can walk to the Deer Park, walk to temples. The Onsen was super nice and we both had the room to ourselves. The rooftop terrace gave us a beautiful sunrise view. I honestly feel this was one of my best hotel experiences ever, 5 stars in my opinion. The gift shop was cool and just 3 doors down, not towards the deer park, but the other direction was a really nice cookie and sweets shop.
Adrian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great experience at New Hotel Wakasa and the staff were super helpful. We arrived to Nara early and the hotel was able to hold our luggage for us. During checkout, they were also able to hold our luggage for us (before 3pm) so we could spend one last afternoon in Nara luggage free before leaving the city. The hotel has been renovated and the rooms each have a unique interior design with really high quality finishes and fixtures. We got the breakfast and dinner options at the hotel and the food was great. Finally, the public bath was a great way to end the day. The hotel is a bit further from the main stores and shopping area (10-13min walk) but it is quite close to Nara park area and a few local spots. We would definitely come back in the future!
Vince, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel!
JENIFER, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for one night stay.
Valentina, 1-night trip