Nara

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A large tree in a grassy field with a traditional building in the background.
A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs, lanterns, and various shops.
A dish of sashimi on a wooden table.
A bowl of soup with noodles, green onions, and a piece of meat.
A traditional Japanese temple with wooden architecture and a stone pathway.

Where to stay in Nara

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A wooden building with a sign in Japanese.

Naramachi

Unique features of Naramachi include the coffeehouses and shopping. Make a stop by Nara City Museum of Photography or Nara Park while you're exploring the area.

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka
$55 nightly
The price is $60 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$60 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,577 reviews)
"We love the place. The area is so near to many places to eat and many shopping areas. The rooms are so comfortable and the huge supermarket next to the hotel is amazing. We love the hot bath and it’s such a comfortable stay with nice hot onsen bath. Will definitely come back to stay again."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka
$99 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$110 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,715 reviews)
"Nice staff!!! Clean"

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

2 out of 5
2-13 Souemoncho Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka
$25 nightly
The price is $27 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$27 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku Tower are located ...
The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Unito Hotel Residence NAMBA Motomachi

Unito Hotel Residence NAMBA Motomachi

2 out of 5
2-13-8 Osaka Osaka
Stay at this aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and climate control. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Spa World are located ...
Unito Hotel Residence NAMBA Motomachi
THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

4.5 out of 5
3-2-27 Kasugade Minami, Konohana-ku Osaka Osaka
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Universal Studios Japan and ...
THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station

4 out of 5
1 Shichijoodori Higashihorikawa Nishiiru Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (676 reviews)
"Very easy to book"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Nara attractions

A traditional Japanese torii gate with a red frame, surrounded by lush greenery and stone lanterns.

Nara Park

9.0/10 (4,050 reviews)
Centuries-old shrines, ancient forests and hundreds of free-roaming deer are just some of the reasons to visit this sprawling and popular park.
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Things to do

From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour

From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour

$54
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

$73
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

$59
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

$116
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka

Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7~9 spots)

$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7~9 spots)
Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park

Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park

$63
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park
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