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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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free private parking available at the hotel

Open-air bath, ​Public Bath


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 king beds
and
1 sofa bed
2 king beds
2 king beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
10
High score for Nara
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alex
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    Did not expect such good dinner included. Amazing sakura surrounding the hotel, very friendly staff.
  • Vivien
    Australia Australia
    Amazing hotel, with amazing staff and wonderful amenities The rooms were spacious, clean and had excellent views Dinner was exquisite and breakfast was scrumptious
  • Gabriel
    United States of America United States of America
    The hotel is in the hills above Nara. The views from the room and the restaurant were really nice. The hotel is elegant, the rooms spacious and very nice. What was outstanding was the dinner. Our best dinner in Japan

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • TERRACE WAKAKUSAYAMA
    • Cuisine
      Japanese
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS-
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Walk-in closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
  • Full-body massage
  • Public Bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 6:30 PM and 9:30 PM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-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- of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details 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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to 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 minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

FAQs about ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS-

  • The prices at ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- has 1 restaurant:

    • TERRACE WAKAKUSAYAMA

  • ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Open-air bath
    • Themed dinners
    • Public Bath
    • Cooking class
    • Full-body massage

  • Check-in at ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- include:

    • Twin
    • Quad
    • Double
    • Suite

  • ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS- is 2.4 miles from the center of Nara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.