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About this property

Perched atop a hill overlooking the cityscape of Nara, ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama is just a brief 15-minute shuttle ride from JR Nara Station. Featuring an on-site restaurant, guests can indulge in traditional breakfast and dinner offerings. Additionally, guests can unwind in the rooftop open-air bath. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, complimentary green tea, and a private bathroom with slippers. Some rooms offer views of the cityscape. Advance reservation is required for shuttle service from Nara Station, and complimentary parking is available. Nara Park and Kasugataisha Shrine are a 10-minute drive away, while Todaiji Temple and the Nara National Museum are reachable within 7 minutes by car. During your stay, relax in the large communal bath or enjoy activities such as night views and stargazing tours at the summit of Mount Wakakusa, hiking, and even firewood chopping experiences. The hotel offers set menu breakfast and Japanese course dinner options for guests to enjoy.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Free private parking available at the hotel

    • Open-air bath, ​Public Bath


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 double beds
4 single beds
2 double beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
2 extra-large double beds
and
1 sofa bed
2 double beds
2 extra-large double beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Amy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The views, the staff and the restaurant were really exceptional!
  • Guy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This property is an absolute gem. Fantastic rooms with amazing views, amazing authentic cuisine, and fabulous open air private onsens all set in a national park overlooking the city of Nara. The free excursions to see the night sky and the...
  • Paul
    Australia Australia
    The staff were absolutely amazing, very helpful and friendly. The shuttle bus service to the top of the mountain was great and the staff member was extremely knowledgeable during his speech. The private hot tub on the upper floor was amazing.
  • Kenneth
    Denmark Denmark
    The location, views and the restaurant was surperb. Just missing the final touch on the facilities.
  • Katrina
    Australia Australia
    The property was lovely , the food outstanding and the hot tub on the roof amazing!
  • Ilona
    Hungary Hungary
    Perfect location and very friendly personal. The rooms are great, nice view. Perfect to relax after sightseeing. Private onsen on the top floor for good value.
  • Gertrud
    Canada Canada
    I loved the beautfiul night time star gazing trip, the private baths and the room was beautiful.
  • Gunda
    Australia Australia
    The view was amazing overlooking Nara. Dinner was every evening different, 8 courses all looked like artwork served by the most wonderful people! We enjoyed to be spoilt by a glass of champagne every evening.
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful views and a relaxing place to stay. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The meals were the best presented we’ve ever seen - each course like a work of art. The kids struggled a bit with the Japanese-style breakfast but that’s no...
  • Katie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This hotel is worth every penny. The rooms are AMAZING! The view from the hot baths is wonderful. The 7 course dinner was delicious and breakfast was huge! Our children (10 and 14) were very well catered for.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • TERRACE WAKAKUSAYAMA
    • Cuisine
      Japanese
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 18:30 and 21:30
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Shuttle service to and from Nara Station is available from 14:30 to 18:30. To use the property's free shuttle, please make a reservation in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Guests arriving after check-in hours must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Please note staffs are not available after 21:00.

Please inform ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests must check in by 18:00:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.