"It's central to the station; the shopping area and a leisurely walk to the gardens"
Richard from New Zealand
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"The hotel is located right by Nara JR Station, so everything you would need for a short city trip is easily within walking distance."
Luke from United Kingdom
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"Located close to Jr train station, thus very convenient for my family to go to the airport."
Chun Ming
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Rooms at Smile Hotel
Smile Hotel Nara provides air-conditioned rooms with contemporary decor. Each room includes a fridge, a desk, and an en suite bathroom featuring a bathtub and shower. Also, each room has an LCD TV, an electric kettle with green tea, slippers, nightwear and a hairdryer. Guests can choose rooms with either free wired internet or streaming services. All registering guests must provide their passports.
Location and Nearby Attractions
Located in central Nara, Smile Hotel Nara is a 10-minute walk from Nara Station and 50 km from Itami Airport. The hotel is 0.1 mi from Shin yakushiji Temple and within a 5-minute drive of Kofuku-ji Shrine and Sarusawa-ike. Landmarks near the property include Kofuku-ji Temple 3 Storey Tower (1 km), Kasuga Grand Shrine (2.5 km), Nara Prefectural Museum of Art (2 km), The Nara Episcopal Church (1 km), Nara Park (2 km), Gango-ji (1 km), Vierra Nara (0.3 km), Sanjo Street (0.3 km), Nara National Museum (2.5 km), and Kaika Tenno Tomb (0.5 km).
Hotel Services
Smile Hotel Nara features a 24-hour front desk providing luggage storage. Laundry facilities are available. The hotel provides free WiFi in public areas and a computer station. Safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards. All sexual orientations and gender identities are welcome.
Amenities for Guests
Guests can use amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, a ballroom, and a vending machine. Onsite, guests can find paid public parking for JPY 700 per day. Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities.
Dining and Recreation
Buffet breakfasts are served daily from 7 AM. Guests can pamper themselves with onsite massages. The property offers various recreational opportunities.
“Smile Hotel Nara is a no-frills but practical choice, especially appreciating its proximity to JR Nara Station for easy day trips and its on-site laundromat, ideal for longer stays; though the rooms are compact and beds firm, I found the location and essential amenities more than adequate. It's a solid base for exploring Nara, particularly if you value convenience and straightforward comfort over luxury.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Tohotel
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Twin Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
195 sq. feet
2 Single beds
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Double Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
130 sq. feet
1 Double bed
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Superior Double Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
195 sq. feet
1 Double bed
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