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Hotel New Wakasa

3.5 star property
Inn with spa, near Nara Park

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Rooftop terrace
Lobby
Deluxe Room, Balcony, Mountain View (with Panoramic Bath Room) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Property amenity
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot springs
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $172
includes taxes & fees
$155 per night
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2025

Room options

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Classic Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

Highlights

Lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Economy Room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Futons OR 1 Twin Futon

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Design Room, Mountain View | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Design Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Lanai
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Traditional Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Traditional Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Design Triple Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Design Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Design Twin Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Design Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Futons OR 1 Twin Futon

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Design Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Design Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Economy Room (Breakfast Included,Check in until 7pm)

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Room (Breakfast Included,Check in until 7pm)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Futons OR 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Balcony, Mountain View (with Panoramic Bath Room)

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Mountain View (with Panoramic Bath Room) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Mountain View (with Panoramic Bath Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Premier Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premier Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

Highlights

Lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Classic Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

Classic Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Superior Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

Highlights

Lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Premier Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premier Room, Mountain View (No Meal included,Check in until 7pm)

Highlights

Lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Japanese Style Room (Wakakusayama)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Premier Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room 401-Special Room

Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Japanese Style Room 401-Special Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Economy Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Futon OR 2 Twin Futons

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Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Quadruple Room with Private External Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style General Room (Breakfast Only)

Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Japanese Style General Room (Breakfast Only)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style General Room-Room Only

Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Japanese Style General Room-Room Only

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Japanese-Style Triple Room With Open Air Bath And Mountain View

Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Japanese-Style Triple Room With Open Air Bath And Mountain View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Quadruple Room With Open Air Bath And Mountain View

Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Japanese-Style Quadruple Room With Open Air Bath And Mountain View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style General Room (Half Board)

Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Japanese Style General Room (Half Board)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Traditional Room

Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Traditional Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Quadruple Room With Balcony

Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Quadruple Room With Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Twin with Bath, Mountain View

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Twin with Bath, Mountain View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Kitahanda Higashicho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8274

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 1 min walk
  • Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall - 6 min walk
  • Nara Woman's University - 6 min walk
  • Todaiji Temple - 8 min walk
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 66 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 77 min drive
  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 12 min walk
  • Nara Station - 28 min walk
  • Shin-Omiya Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪ワインの王子様 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪喫茶田川 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪松籟〜まつのおと〜 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪吉野本葛天極堂奈良本店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪奈良而今 - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel New Wakasa

Hotel New Wakasa features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Nara Park. Guests can indulge in massages at the spa, and Japanese cuisine is served at Traditional Dining Room, which is open for breakfast. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

What to do

  • Hot springs

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Full-service spa

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 31
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 34
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers
  • Children's slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Electronic bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Tatami (woven mat floors)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the inn's full-service spa, 大浴場. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 6:00 AM to 11:30 PM. There are hot springs on site.

Dining

Traditional Dining Room - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves breakfast only.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

Optional extras

  • Japanese breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 2750 for adults and JPY 1650 for children

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for private bath/onsen and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Also known as

Hotel New Wakasa
Hotel New Wakasa Nara
New Wakasa
New Wakasa Nara
Hotel New Wakasa Inn
Hotel New Wakasa Nara
Hotel New Wakasa Inn Nara

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel New Wakasa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel New Wakasa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel New Wakasa?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel New Wakasa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel New Wakasa?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in is available.
What is there to do at Hotel New Wakasa and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Hotel New Wakasa includes hot springs. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as spa services and a picnic area. Hotel New Wakasa also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel New Wakasa?
Yes, Traditional Dining Room offers Japanese cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel New Wakasa like?
Hotel New Wakasa is a short 1-minute walk from Nara Park and 6 minutes' walk from Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in Nara!
Many people say do Nara as a day trip but we disagree. Nara is a wonderful town full of artisans and cutting edge design and a slower pace of life. The Hotel New Wakasa reflects that spirit and is a top notch Japanese hotel with exceptional service, gorgeous rooms and a wonderful public bath. We can’t say enough about our time there and what wonderful time we had there. Thank you!
Hilary, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Once in a Lifetime
Our room was the most unique and beautiful I have ever stayed in, by far.
Jessica K., 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stephen, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff here is absolutely wonderful. They were so kind and helpful. We had one of the smaller rooms, but still way more spacious than something in Tokyo within our price range. The room and private bath were so beautiful. We ordered the Japanese dinner and breakfast and it is a must if you stay here! You’ll try foods authentic to Nara specifically and the amount you receive is more than plenty. Would highly recommend this stay to anyone even for just one night, as that is what we did to relax in the middle of our busy trip.
Brooke, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the proximity to Nara Park and feeding the deer. The rooms and food was amazing. Great onsen, and of course playing with the deer was best for kids.
Seth, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

ying, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All of the staff are genuinely kind and wonderful. Lovely hotel close to Todai-Ji temple and all the deer you can handle. Nara is a magical place.
Brandon, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time, wishing we could have stayed longer. The hospitality of the staff and amazing customer service definitely will make me come back. Give everyone a raise please.
Christopher, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This is a nice small boutique hotel with an attentive staff. My family of three, which included my wife and our young adult daughter, had been staying in more western-style hotels in Tokyo and Kyoto with 3 beds. Because of that, I was a little surprised when we arrived here and discovered a tatami room with a table and chairs and no beds or futons. What the staff explained is that when we wished to sleep we should notify them and they would come and remove the table and put down the futons. The process worked well but it did take some getting used to. They do have a very nice breakfast and onsite onsen.
SCOTT, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

From the moment we steped on property they went above and beyond from the tea at check in to dinner and arranging a private night tour which we highly recommend to anyone in the area. Guide was funny, informative and a great photographer best hotel and tour ive ever taken!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff and amenities were excellent. The New Year breakfast menu was a nice treat and a wonderful way to experience Japanese New Year. Todaiji and other popular sightseeing spots are walking distance from the hotel.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All the staff are very helpful and suggested nice walking route to see temples. Their breakfast are very nice.
David, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Good location. However, the facility is outdated and some water leaks at the bathroom. Also, there are no Futon sheets.
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good place, very comfortable, good breakfast, nice staff
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff here are absolutely phenomenal. When I dropped off my luggage earlier in the day, they gave me a cup of yuzu tea, a homemade map of the area, crackers for the deer, and made some personalized sightseeing recommendations. After I checked in later that evening, the staff gave me a tour of the facility and made more detailed recommendations about routes, transportation, etc., for my sightseeing plans the next day. The kaiseki dinners and washoku breakfasts were both top-notch. The rooms themselves were slightly dated, even by ryokan standards, but the excellent service from the staff more than made up for it. I will absolutely stay here again if in Nara.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A special stay in Nara
The sweetest and most caring staff really want to make you feel special in Nara and as their guest. An authentic experience with free onsen use and lovely rooms with futons , seating area and beautiful room screens Great restaurant recommendations and best meal of our stay right down the street (if you like raman be sure to ask!)
Kathleen, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Japanese experience at its finest.
Amazing histrorical Japan feeling and atmosphete. Superlative service and attentivenrsd. Bathroom was rather (very) small. The best traditional Japanese breakfast imaginable. Overall the most cuturally immersive Japenese experience possible.
Samuel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Top notch hotel and service. Great spa and breakfast as well. Little far from transportation.
Howe, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I usually do not leave reviews but I was so impressed with this property. The Japanese style rooms were wonderful, just be prepared to sleep on a futon on the floor. Very comfortable. The staff were exceptional, by far the best service I have had anywhere. I would highly recommend a visit to Nara and if I am ever fortunate enough to make it back would gladly stay at Hotel New Wakasa again.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great lobby, onsen and location. Greeting was best I ever e we received when checking in to a property! We all can learn from them!!
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review