If you're searching for a peaceful place to spend some time, pay a visit to Nara Christ Church. This holy sanctuary offers a welcome respite from a jampacked travel schedule.

This house of prayer is on the to-do lists of many travelers to Nara. But Nara Christ Church isn't the only highlight in the area. Todaiji Temple, Nara Park, and Kasuga Shrine are some other recommended attractions close by.

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Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo

Shimogyo Ward

$1,148

per person

Dec 13 - Dec 15

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Roundtrip flight included

San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)

8.6/10 Excellent! (138 reviews)

Clean, modern, luminous and spacious!

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

Oyado Kawaramachi Gojo

Shimogyo Ward

$1,251

per person

Dec 13 - Dec 16

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Roundtrip flight included

San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)

10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

Sakura Cross Hotel Kyoto Kiyomizu

Higashiyama Ward

$1,170

per person

Dec 13 - Dec 15

found 15 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)

I had such a great stay here! The room and bathroom were super clean, and the water pressure was amazing. They provided really nice shampoo, conditioner, and body wash that smelled so good. The comforter was soft, fluffy, and super cozy — perfect after a long day of exploring. The location couldn’t be better — I could easily walk to Yasaka Pagoda, Gion District, Nishiki Market, and several temples. There are lots of restaurants nearby, plus convenience stores like Lawson, 7-Eleven, and Family Mart just around the corner. There’s even a tax-free shop right across the street. The train station is only about 2 minutes away, which made getting around so easy. Overall, super comfortable stay in a perfect location. Would definitely stay here again!

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

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