Stay · Nara Station
JW Marriott Hotel Nara JWマリオット・ホテル奈良
Japan's first JW Marriott (2020), a calm modern base west of central Nara with spa and pool; Forbes Four-Star.
HoursFront desk 24 hours; check-in usually from 15:00
PriceTypical room per night: ¥55,000
Getting thereJR Nara Station, 7 min
Time needed1-2 nights
Best timeYear-round; book early for cherry blossom (late Mar-early Apr) and autumn leaves (Nov)
Address1-1-1 Sanjo-oji, Nara
About
Rooms are modelled on traditional Nara houses with earthy colours, and the lobby bar pays tribute to the city's deer. There is an indoor pool and spa, and the restaurants (Silk Road for all-day dining, Azekura for teppanyaki, sushi and kaiseki, and the Flying Stag lounge for afternoon tea) are open to non-guests.
Highlights
- Forbes Four-Star and 1 MICHELIN Key
- Indoor pool and spa
- Azekura teppanyaki and sushi
- Walk to JR Nara Station
Tips
- Nara Park and Todai-ji are about 25 minutes on foot or a short bus ride.
- Nara is quiet in the evening; staying lets you see the park at dawn.
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