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The New Wakasa

Nara · Japan

Kitahandahigashi-machi, 1View location

9.4/10Excellent251 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition9.0/109.0
Location9.0/109.0
Neighborhood9.2/109.2
Amenities9.2/109.2
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  • Hotels with spa
  • Adults Only

Room prices, availability, meal plans and cancellation terms are confirmed for your selected dates.

About The New Wakasa

Stop at New Wakasa Annex Hotel to discover the wonders of Nara. Featuring a complete list of amenities, guests will find their stay at the property a comfortable one.

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, daily housekeeping, 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas are on the list of things guests can enjoy.

Guestrooms are designed to provide an optimal level of comfort with welcoming decor and some offering convenient amenities like television LCD/plasma screen, air purifier, linens, mirror, towels. The hotel offers various recreational opportunities. Discover all Nara has to offer by making New Wakasa Annex Hotel your base.

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When you stay at Hotel New Wakasa in Nara, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Nara Park and 6 minutes by foot from Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall. This spa hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Nara Woman's University and 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Todaiji Temple.

Make yourself at home in one of the 25 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and blackout drapes/curtains.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 AM
Check-out until 10:00 AM

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Unicode Support false Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Reservations are required for private bath/onsen. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • 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.
    • Contactless check-in is available.
    • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2750 for adults and JPY 1650 for children

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Korean

    Japanese

    English

    Chinese (Mandarin)

Nearby attractions

Nara Park 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Nara Prefectural Art Museum 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Nara Woman's University 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Isui-en Garden 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Todaiji Temple 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Shosoin Temple 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Okumura Commemorative Museum 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Nara National Museum 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Kofuku-ji Temple 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Sarusawa Pond Park 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Kōfuku-ji National Treasure Hall 1 km / 0.6 mi
Tamukeyama Hachimangu Shrine 1 km / 0.6 mi
Nigatsu-do Temple 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Ukimido Hall 1.3 km / 0.8 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 25
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • 24-hour securityExtra charge
  • Bellboy serviceExtra charge
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  • Hotel safeExtra charge
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • ShopExtra charge
  • GardenExtra charge
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • Clothes dryer
  • BarExtra charge
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • Meeting room
  • SaunaExtra charge
  • MassageExtra charge
  • Spa centreExtra charge
  • Only Adults
  • Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

HB

Half Board

Usually includes breakfast and one additional meal.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • Room JAPANESE ROOM NON SMOKINGRoom • JAPANESE ROOM NON SMOKINGROO.JE-NM

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    Room JAPANESE ROOM NON SMOKING

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    JAPANESE ROOM NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.JE-NM

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  • FAMILY ROOM JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWSFAMILY ROOM • JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWSFAM.JE-WV

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    FAMILY ROOM JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.JE-WV

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • Room DELUXERoom • DELUXEROO.DX

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    Room DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.DX

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE Shared external bathroomQUADRUPLE • Shared external bathroomQUA.S8

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    QUADRUPLE Shared external bathroom

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    Shared external bathroom

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.S8

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  • QUADRUPLE JAPANESE ROOMQUADRUPLE • JAPANESE ROOMQUA.JE

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    QUADRUPLE JAPANESE ROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    QUADRUPLE
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    JAPANESE ROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.JE

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  • VILLA DELUXE NON SMOKINGVILLA • DELUXE NON SMOKINGVIL.DX-NM

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    VILLA DELUXE NON SMOKING

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–20 • Adults: max. 20 • Children: max. 13
    Room type
    VILLA
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: VIL.DX-NM

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  • Room SUPERIOR MOUNTAIN VIEWRoom • SUPERIOR MOUNTAIN VIEWROO.SU-VN

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    Room SUPERIOR MOUNTAIN VIEW

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    SUPERIOR MOUNTAIN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.SU-VN

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  • Room RUN OF HOUSERoom • RUN OF HOUSEROO.RO

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    Room RUN OF HOUSE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    RUN OF HOUSE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.RO

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEWRoom • DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEWROO.DX-VN

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    Room DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.DX-VN

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  • FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDSFAMILY ROOM • TWO BEDSFAM.2B

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    FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.2B

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST-1

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  • Room CLASSIC MOUNTAIN VIEWRoom • CLASSIC MOUNTAIN VIEWROO.AS-VN

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    Room CLASSIC MOUNTAIN VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    CLASSIC MOUNTAIN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.AS-VN

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  • QUADRUPLE JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWSQUADRUPLE • JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWSQUA.JE-WV

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    QUADRUPLE JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.JE-WV

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE JAPANESE ROOMSUITE • JAPANESE ROOMSUI.JE

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    SUITE JAPANESE ROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    JAPANESE ROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.JE

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TRIPLE JAPANESE ROOMTRIPLE • JAPANESE ROOMTPL.JE

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    TRIPLE JAPANESE ROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
    View / characteristic
    JAPANESE ROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TPL.JE

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room PREMIUMRoom • PREMIUMROO.PI

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    Room PREMIUM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    PREMIUM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.PI

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • VILLA RUN OF HOUSEVILLA • RUN OF HOUSEVIL.RO

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    VILLA RUN OF HOUSE

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–20 • Adults: max. 20 • Children: max. 13
    Room type
    VILLA
    View / characteristic
    RUN OF HOUSE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: VIL.RO

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room MOUNTAIN VIEWRoom • MOUNTAIN VIEWROO.VN

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    Room MOUNTAIN VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    MOUNTAIN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.VN

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room PREMIER WITH VIEWSRoom • PREMIER WITH VIEWSROO.PE-WV

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    Room PREMIER WITH VIEWS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    PREMIER WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.PE-WV

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room JAPANESE ROOMRoom • JAPANESE ROOMROO.JE

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    Room JAPANESE ROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    JAPANESE ROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.JE

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room ANNEXRoom • ANNEXROO.AX

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    Room ANNEX

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
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    View / characteristic
    ANNEX

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.AX

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  • SUITE WITH BALCONYSUITE • WITH BALCONYSUI.BL

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    SUITE WITH BALCONY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.BL

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWSSUITE • JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWSSUI.JE-WV

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    SUITE JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.JE-WV

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TRIPLE JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWSTRIPLE • JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWSTPL.JE-WV

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    TRIPLE JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
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    JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TPL.JE-WV

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  • TWIN ECONOMYTWIN • ECONOMYTWN.EY

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    TWIN ECONOMY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    ECONOMY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.EY

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  • QUADRUPLE WITH BALCONYQUADRUPLE • WITH BALCONYQUA.BL

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    QUADRUPLE WITH BALCONY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.BL

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • FAMILY ROOM DELUXEFAMILY ROOM • DELUXEFAM.DX

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    FAMILY ROOM DELUXE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
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    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.DX

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE TWO BEDSQUADRUPLE • TWO BEDSQUA.2B

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    QUADRUPLE TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.2B

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  • Room ECONOMY NON SMOKINGRoom • ECONOMY NON SMOKINGROO.EY-NM

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    Room ECONOMY NON SMOKING

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    ECONOMY NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.EY-NM

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWSRoom • JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWSROO.JE-WV

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    Room JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.JE-WV

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE PREMIUMQUADRUPLE • PREMIUMQUA.PI

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    QUADRUPLE PREMIUM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    PREMIUM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.PI

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • SINGLE ECONOMYSINGLE • ECONOMYSGL.EY

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    SINGLE ECONOMY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    ECONOMY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.EY

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The New Wakasa

9.4
Excellent
251 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Location
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.2 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2026
Endo
Beautiful and fancy stay. They were VERYY hospitable. Never stayed in a traditional Japanese room before so that was an interesting experience. The private bath was excellent. Super close to Nara park.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2026
Judy
The free tour arranged by the hotel was excellent and informative, we loved our guide Michiko! Japanese breakfast was delicious and beautifully arranged and served. Coffee on the rooftop scenic and serene.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2026
Kai Chung
It's my first time staying at Hotel New Wakasa. I travelled with my husband and two kids (10 and 15 yo). We took train and walked about 15 minutes to the hotel.

We have booked the room with our own tub with mountain view. We were greeted by the friendly staff. They took us to the room. There were some complimentary drinks for adults and kids.

The room was very clean and we liked the design a lot. Slippers were all prepared at the front door. Our booking included one half board dinner and a breakfast. The staff will come to our room to set up the bed when we stepped out for dinner.

The food was delicate and delicious. During dinner, the hotel had hired someone to play music and she would come to each table and asked if there's any specific piece you would like to hear.

There was also a rooftop for you to enjoy sunset or sunrise although it was a bit windy and cold when we went in mid March. There was also a small outdoor playground for little kids.

We have tried the public bath separately for men and women, not too crowded. The overall experience was great.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
Keri-Anne
Overall great experience. The staff were lovely.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2026
Juliana
We have been to many onsen ryokan and the quality has been declining in general in terms of food and amenities but Hotel New Wakasa made us want to book our trip to it again next year!

It is considered as one of our best onsen ryokan experience in the past ten years for overall quality.
I didn’t know their staff names but all of them are welcoming with a good smile and helpful. Our teenage birthday boy got a surprise dessert platter at dinner which was very thoughtful and we appreciated it soooo much coz we didn’t know where to get a cake nearby 😆

The deer decorations are everywhere and we just enjoyed everything in the hotel so much! Rooms are clean and tatami beddings are very comfortable. We are a party of two groups. One is a double room for two people and one is with private onsen for a group of 4. Staff put our rooms next to each other which is very thoughtful because we didn’t even request it.
Both rooms were immaculate. The bathrooms are very clean and well equipped. The hairdryer in our room is sth I really like! The Toto electronic toilet bowl control has such a sleek design and being installed at the best position.

We had a truly relaxing and joyful experience in Nara and would like to once again extend our gratitude to all of the staff in the hotel because they made our stay over the top.

Parking spots: can easily find one nearby.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2026
Stewart
Room 401 was excellent, spacious, quiet and private. Hotel roof terrace was lovely (even in the rain!). Dinner and breakfast (Japanese) very good and staff very helpful in explaining the various dishes. Great location for temples/ deer park etc.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2025
Jenny
First time at a Ryokan. Wonderful experience from when we first arrived until we left. Room was beautiful and private onsen was luxurious, we spent a lot of time there! 100% get the Breakfast and dinner package, it was such a unique experience with lovely traditional meals and it was very large portion for 2 people. They also provided a lot of free amenities that we could take home with us including photographs and a traditional pouch/bag. i would definitely recommend this Ryokan to anyone planning to visit Nara.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2025
Adrian

5 star experience

Excellent location. We walked to the hotel with luggage from the train station,10 minutes down a cool street. Used a holylfy e sim for GPS and downloaded the Taxi Go App to get back to the train station for under $8. The New Wakasa staff made the absolute best check in, you have to go to experience it. Rolled out the red carpet, made sure we were comfortable from check in to check out. Breakfast was awesome, we did 1 japanese style and 1 western style. Both great, but Japanese style was such a lovely display. You can walk to the Deer Park, walk to temples. The Onsen was super nice and we both had the room to ourselves. The rooftop terrace gave us a beautiful sunrise view. I honestly feel this was one of my best hotel experiences ever, 5 stars in my opinion. The gift shop was cool and just 3 doors down, not towards the deer park, but the other direction was a really nice cookie and sweets shop.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
Audrey
If you’re looking for a Ryokan experience with the nicest staff, this is your place. Central to most sites and k-Nara station. We stayed on night in a traditional room and had a great experience
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Jun 2025
Molly
Delicous breakfast, excellent customer service, great location. I highly recommend this place!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2025
Craig
A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Nara ! Full Immersion in Japanese Culture & the Roof Top 360 degree view of Nara is a fitting way to end the day.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Apr 2025
Anna
A unique experience of more traditional accomodation. I enjoyed the private onsen on our balcony.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2025
Nara
The staff was excellent. Sae greeted and welcomed us upon arrival and started the stay out in a great way.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2025
King To

Truly Amazing

Hotel New Wakasa lifts the fame of Japanese hospitality to another level.

I have never been so welcomed by a hotel where their offering and servicing is so customer oriented, leaving a very impressive memory from start til checking out

The quality on the catering side was slightly below par but was justified by the price they charged.

All in all, it is a very nice accommodation to relax and the experience was well above expectations
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2025
JENIFER
Beautiful hotel!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2025
Gemma
Lovely place with the kindest staff and a beautiful onsen. My room had the sauna and there was a lot of traffic noise from the main road so maybe not ideal for light sleepers but overall a great stay.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Feb 2025
KIN FAI GARY
Excellent accommodation. We arranged to have japanese Traditional dinner with 5 of us this time, and also traditional breakfast. They have hotel parking right at the front door and we enjoyed the walking distance (5 mins) to seeing the deer in Nara.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2025
Sean
We cannot say enough great tings about this hotel. The staff was outstanding and the property is very traditional. We really enjoyed the personal touches and little details to welcome you during the check in process.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2025
Vince
We had a great experience at New Hotel Wakasa and the staff were super helpful. We arrived to Nara early and the hotel was able to hold our luggage for us. During checkout, they were also able to hold our luggage for us (before 3pm) so we could spend one last afternoon in Nara luggage free before leaving the city. The hotel has been renovated and the rooms each have a unique interior design with really high quality finishes and fixtures. We got the breakfast and dinner options at the hotel and the food was great. Finally, the public bath was a great way to end the day. The hotel is a bit further from the main stores and shopping area (10-13min walk) but it is quite close to Nara park area and a few local spots. We would definitely come back in the future!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
Hilary

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!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
ngoc
11/10 または!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2024
Jessica K.

Once in a Lifetime

Our room was the most unique and beautiful I have ever stayed in, by far.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Dec 2024
NG CHEE
Nice clean onsen in the room and the public bath.. Convenient parking right next to hotel. Location quite far and not easy to find when walking from shopping area of Nara especially at nite. Would be better if the newly renovated rooms has modern bed instead of Tatami as it is difficult to get up when the bed is on the floor.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2024
Rachel
Very close to many tourist spots. Great staff and facilities. I would highly recommend
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2024
Valentina
Perfect for one night stay.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Sep 2024
Pui Yi
Staff are nice and polite.
Car parking is free during stay.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2024
Stephen
Nice stay
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2024
Brooke
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.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2024
Seth
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.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2023
Brandon
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.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Aug 2023
Christopher
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.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Apr 2023
SCOTT
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.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2023
adam
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!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jan 2023
Tamara
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.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2022
David
All the staff are very helpful and suggested nice walking route to see temples. Their breakfast are very nice.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
09 Feb 2020
Verified traveler
Good location. However, the facility is outdated and some water leaks at the bathroom.
Also, there are no Futon sheets.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
Good place, very comfortable, good breakfast, nice staff
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
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.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Dec 2019
Kathleen

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!)
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2019
Samuel

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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2019
Howe
Top notch hotel and service. Great spa and breakfast as well. Little far from transportation.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
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.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
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!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2019
Marco

A+

Amazing service. Great staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
The service was excellent and the attention to detail impeccable. Every employee was super helpful, and I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2019
Steven

Amazing !!!

Wow wow wow wow wow !!! Staff r sooooooooooooo nice !!! Thank you for everything!!!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
The property makes you believe you are in remote Japan, but in reality you're a walk away from amazing sites in Nara.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2019
Aliya

Excellent Japanese style ryoken hotel

We had an amazing time at New Wakasa hotel! Staff were so friendly and helpful and gave us great advice on what we should see and do in Nara. I would love to stay here again, the room was spacious, clean and perfect for our stay. Thank you so much for all your help!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Nov 2018
Woei Chyi
The service from check in was great. We booked our room with breakfast and dinner included and dinner was impressive. They even have a really entertaining magician going around tables to show tricks. Rooms are small and 3 pax is quite tight as we have 3 big luggages. Overall a great stay, just less than satisfactory service from one staff. Otherwise we are happy with this hotel!
Family
4/10
Poor
04 Nov 2018
Jamie
We had multiple issues with the hotel management. I clarified months before we arrived that we had three people. The room we paid for sleeps five. The management sent an e-mail acknowledging we had three guests in the room. Then days before we arrived they sent an e-mail acknowledging the three guest and offering us a room in their annex hotel as a free upgrade. I did not want to change rooms. When we arrived to check in they told us it would be an extra $200 for the third person. It took a call to Orbitz to get it straightened out. I do not recommend this hotel. The room was nice, but the hassle was not worth it. Stay in Kyoto and do Nara as a day trip.
8/10
Excellent
24 Sep 2018
Stanley
Excellent hotel and staff well located. Plenty of staff attention.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2018
Verified traveler
Great Location and facilities.Staff very efficient and helpful and friendly.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2018
Alison
It was a very pleasent and relaxing place. The food is great.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2018
Trisha D.

Great place to experience a ryokan!

Lovely hotel very near the main sites of Nara. I traveled with my 7 year old and he loved sleeping on a futon and experiencing a Japanese public bath. The staff was lovely and did a great job of understanding my horrible Japanese! Great introduction to Japanese culture for someone who might be a little nervous to depart from Western-style hotel.
2/10
Poor
06 Jun 2018
Marcelo

Terrible customer service

Terrible and disrespectful customer service.
Reception called me in the room 3 times to remind me about my checkout at 10:00am.
Around 10:15am someone knocked my door to remind me again.
They were literally kicking me out.
Do the right service, call your customer and explain that checkout is at 10:00am and if customer wants to stay more there is an extra charge. It's customer's decision if he wants to stay more or not.
You don't have to call him 3 times.
Unacceptable !
Room ok, bad breakfast, great location !
Terrible customer service
Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2018
PUA

Very comfortable stay

We stayed in a japanese style room.The staffs were very polite and served us a tea while we waited for check in. A very detailed orientation of the hotel was given to us. Upon checkout, we were given a postcard of our photo as a souvenir. Overall, we had a very pleasant and comfortable stay. Definitely worth going back again in the future.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2018
Chso
Everything is good I will be come back next time!!
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jan 2018
Crystal

It is fine if you arent looking for a real ryokan

This Japanese hotel with ryokan experience and reasonable cost really attracted us to stay one night in nara, if it wasnt for the special experience, we were more than happy to go for a day trip in nara then head to our destination city. Staff were friendly but not too professional, the room wasnt too comfortable, especially unhappy about the hard pillows. Details in the room were not up to standard for a 4 star hotel, which you would expect given the price and reviews....
6/10
Pleasant
08 Dec 2017
Uma

Good

We had reserved a non smoking room and it was confirmed
Little did i know that all rooms are smoking
The room we were given as soon as we entered had to exit because it had so much of smoke ordor. We asked to change the room but all rooms are smoking. The other room was better. In the night the rooms next doors smoked cigars and the smoke would
Get in our roomfrom underneath the door
If you some is non smoker should not stay there. Also we ordered Japanese breakfast and one if us asked for coffee instead of tea they said no and charged us for coffee one cup very very expensive and no refills it was a small cup too
The location is nice
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2017
Verified traveler

Fabulous place

It was absolutely amazing! With hot springs and meals included, it was fantastic, might be slightly biased as my boyfriend proposed to me here, but it was still amazing. We had one Japanese style breakfast and then decided it was a bit much to try new things in the morning and be scared of not liking them so decided to go with the western style on the second day! Fantastic Ryokan, wonderful service!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2017
Verified traveler

Awesome Japanese Ryokan

Only if you are familiar with staying at a Japanese style hotel (Ryokan) this is a great place to stay. Rooms are spacious and clean. Japanese style dinner is pricey but the breakfast is terrific. Location also has public Onsen on site (not a hot spring) and also a private bath (hot tub..American style) that is rather small but perfect for 2 people. Very romantic roof top deck for 360 degree views of Nara...Not too far from Nara Park.
10/10
Exceptional
05 Aug 2017
Verified traveler

Great spot for a taste of Japan

Really enjoyed our first stay in a ryokan. Room was spacious and the staff were lovely. We had dinner there one night and that was a great experience - food was excellent. The hotel is very handy to Toda-ji and a short walk from the town.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2017
Bonnie

Love this place!

This place was lovely! After staying at American hotels in Tokyo, it was a treat to get the traditional Japanese experience at New Wasaka. The Japanese baths downstairs were amazing, the traditional breakfast was delicious, and the room clean & comfortable. Friendly staff! Would stay there again, 100%.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2017
Michelle

Very fancy ryokan with an onsen too

I had a great experience. The staff were all very professional and nice. They were very helpful with everything. The hotel even has an onsen.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2017
Verified traveler

A wonderful modern ryokan

I love this hotel! You get the traditional ryokan experience with modern amenities. It has a massage chair in the room and bathroom and toilet are in the room as well. The staff is amazing and super helpful. The hotel is about a 10 min walk from the center of the town but it's right by Nara park so easy to access The Buddha temple. It's also nice to get away from the touristy crowd. Our breakfast was also awesome, tasty and elegant. We had a wonderful time here.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2017
maeasie

Really near to todaiji

Take a cab to the place. Cab Drivers know that place and it is awfully near when you drive; but not when you are lugging ur luggages. Staff are so friendly that you almost didn't feel awkward even if you are alone. Dinner and breakfast by the hotel is a must. Too wonderful and they explained what's for what and the origins of the food.
Tatami is great along with the bathroom ~ I gave a few packs of snacks from my country as a thank you gift and when I returned from my sight seeing on the last day, they have placed a coffee latte on my luggage to go. :)
8/10
Excellent
05 Sep 2016
Ka Wai Stanley

Above average Japanese accommodation experience

Attentive and polite staff, good location to the historical scene in Nara
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2016
AL

Beautiful hotel. Helpful staff.

Beautiful hotel. Helpful staff. Nice public bath. That's all.
8/10
Excellent
27 Mar 2016
Verified traveler

Great ryokan, dinner and breakfast

Stayed in March 2016 for one night inclusive of dinner and breakfast. What an experience with th food - especially the dinner- several courses of beautifully presented quality food -wonderful! Room was comfortable. Paid ¥2000 for private onsen - good value. Highly recommended. Todaji nearby.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2016
Roland, Alice

Japanese style hotel with super staff

My daughter and I stayed here for just one night on a short trip from Tokyo. We came specifically for the Omizutori festival. Though we did swing by the Yamazaki distillery on the way back through Kyoto!
We didn't have much choice of hotel but we picked the New Wakasa because of the spa.
The hotel staff were very friendly and super efficient. They organised transport, guides and even hand warmers for the festival as it was heading below zero that night.
As this is a Japanese style hotel the breakfast is Japanese style also. So don't go here expecting Western style food.
The location is good close to the park.
Rooms are Japanese style obviously, made up with futons in the evening, so the room is clear through the day.
We really felt this hotel made our trip.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2016
Xiaomeng

Very Convenient, Near the Nara Park

Very close to all the major attractions in Nara, Japan. We took a short and pleasant walk to the Nara Park and walked back to the hotel after dinner. The staffs are extremely helpful and friendly! They also took a picture of us and print it out as gift when we checked out. The breakfast was nice, in traditional Japanese style. Highly Recommended :)
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Oct 2015
Verified traveler
Good stay. We brought our 20 months old and he enjoyed as well as we did.
Family
4/10
Poor
16 Sep 2015
Kristine

Disappointing stay.

It is very rare that we write negative reviews but I felt it was important to mention some key negative factors about this place.

The hotel is quite outdated, all the rooms are smoking, therefore, the overall scent of the hotel/rooms is not great. The room felt cramped, and the bathroom was quite awful. Very outdated, tiny, similar to a 1970's RV bathroom. Needless to say, it did not feel luxurious at all. The cleanliness of the room was questionable, I think part of it is because most of their items are old, ie. the closet doors had coffee stains, they could use some new mattresses.

The staff is nice but the whole experience feels like a drill, borderline all inclusive/retirement centre. We would not recommend this place.
8/10
Excellent
10 Aug 2015
Verified traveler
Excellent hotel, close to all the main attractions. Clean and comfortable with lovely staff.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2026
Siu Kin
房間住宿體驗很好,早餐可以更好,浴場有但有露天風呂更佳
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2026
makiko
とても良かったです。
フルートの生演奏がリクエスト出来て貴重な体験でした。
ロウリュウサウナも良かったです。
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Jun 2026
??
料理がすごく美味しかったです
従業員の人の対応もすごく親切で良かったです。
ただ忙しかったのか洗面台のコップが一つ足りなくてあとで持ってきますって言われたけど忘れられてた事とアメニティが人数分なかったのが残念に思いました。
全体的にはすごく良かったです
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2026
Silvia Aline
Ótima estadia! Todos funcionários muito solicitos! Hotel lindo e renovado! Meu quarto tinha onsen próprio!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
10 Apr 2026
chunxiao
ホテルはいいけど、スタッフもいいし、ただ滞在時間が短くて、チェックアウトが10時で朝のお風呂が9時まで、なんでも早いです。ゆっくりできなかったです。
後は、ベッドがマートで小さくて畳の上に置いてあるだけで、ちょっと狭いです
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2026
yoshio
室内は大変きれいでよかったです、
食事もあれこれと楽しませていただきました。またスタッフのみなさんもやさしく
ホテルの指導がいきとどいているようにおもわれます。
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Feb 2026
Shinji
忘れ物に的確に対応頂いて助かりました。
8/10
Excellent
17 Jan 2026
??
スタッフさんの対応が親切でした
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
17 Dec 2025
Bruno
A spectacular stay at New Wakasa. The location is perfect, the staff incredibly kind and attentive, and the rooms were beautiful and comfortable. Both dinner and breakfast were amazing. We also loved the thoughtful touches, especially the photo they took of us and the souvenirs. The baths were very clean and relaxing. 100% recommend.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2025
Harald
Die Zimmer waren makellos. Die Mitarbeiter waren super freundlich und zuvorkommend. Das Hotel war wunderschön. Wir würden jederzeit dort wieder übernachten.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2025
KOSUKE
布団を敷いてくれるサービス等のおもてなしが最高でした。またリピート必須のホテルです。
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Aug 2025
Makiko
立地が良く観光に便利でした。また、スタッフの方々が感じがよく親切でした。
8/10
Excellent
20 Feb 2025
Junichi
こじんまりとした良い宿でしたr
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2024
Jani

Almost luxury ryokan but with a warm touch

It seems like a smaller business. The staff were very polite and helpful. We had a standard room with japanese style breakfast and dinner. Both were good experiencies. Also reserved the private bath which was nice with a good view.
Room was newly renovated and cozy.
Daily activities in Nara combined with the hotel was one of our best days in Japan. Would highly recommend
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2024
Emma
Séjour parfait. Le personnel est adorable, le onsen parfait et les chambres sont incroyables. La vue du rooftop est magique. Les repas sont délicieux et très bien expliqués.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2024
Valerie
Unser Aufenthalt in dem Hotel war unser Highlight auf unserer Japanreise. Unser Zimmer war japanisch eingerichtet und hatte eine Terrasse mit Ausblick auf die Berge. Es war wunderschön und sehr sehr sauber. Wir haben einen Jukata bekommen und das Kaiseki Menü war eine tolle Erfahrung. Sehr zu empfehlen!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2024
Yuki
朝食のほうじ茶粥が忘れられません!サービスの幅を超えた優しい接客に感動の連続でした!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2024
Tooru
海外の人も気兼ねなく利用できる
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2024
かずよ
とても丁寧な対応をして頂きました。
駅からは少し離れていますが、東大寺や興福寺など観光地へのアクセスが良好です。
夕食を食べる場所を決めかねていたのですが、ホテルの方のアドバイスに従ったところかなり満足できるものとなりました。奈良公園周辺について相談があればしてみるといいかもですね!
朝食もとても美味しく朝から満足度の高い時間を過ごすことができました。
ホテル展望台は景色もよく、また子供が過ごせる場もありました。
部屋も清潔感が高くとても良かったです。
ぜひまた機会があれば利用したいですね。
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2024
???
2回目の利用でしたが、本当に清掃が行き届いていて綺麗です。
大浴場もめちゃくちゃ綺麗でした。
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2023
Tokiko
サービスも良く、特に夜と朝のごはんが美味しかった。
Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2023
????
親切丁寧なスタッフさんでした
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
18 Aug 2023
MASANORI
ホテルは 良かったですが! 夕方になると 近くでの 食事に 困りました
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2023
Nicolas
Magnifique hôtel, je n'ai aucun reproche à faire. L'accueil, les services, les chambres, les bains, les repas, tout était parfait. J'avais peur en lisant certains avis mais j'ai l'impression qu'ils sont allés dans un autre hôtel que moi. Excellent hôtel que je n'hésiterais pas à recommander
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Jul 2023
hideshi

気持ちよく滞在できました。

ホテルの従業員の皆さんの対応は大変素晴らしかったです。非常に気持ちよく滞在することができました。非常に清潔感はありましたが、施設が古くなってきています。大浴場はビジネスホテルの大浴場と同じ程度と考えた方がいいと思います。比較的若いスタッフが心地よくもてなしてくれて、丁寧に声もかけてくださり、楽しい奈良の旅となりました。
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Jan 2023
みゆき
駐車場料金について詳細あると良い。奈良公園近くらしく、鹿のインテリアや和風デコに和みました。部屋のお茶セットにインスタントコーヒーがあると嬉しい、大浴場外のドリンクコーナーで無料で飲めましたが部屋でも飲めれば。屋上テラスが素敵。朝食豪華で給仕さんの説明があり感動しました。普通は夕食にお品書き説明があるので。
Leisure Family

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The New Wakasa
Kitahandahigashi-machi, 1, Nara, Japan

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