Smile Hotel Nara

Hotels
7.7 (2619 reviews)
Sanjohon 4-21 , Nara , JP

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location near the station and Nara Park
Good value / very affordable
Friendly and helpful staff
Some guests found rooms tidy and breakfast good
Cons:
Cleanliness issues reported (stains, dirty sink, spiders, linens not fresh)
Very hard beds and older room furnishings
Small rooms and occasional parking/access problems
Noise from trains and some unfriendly other guests reported

Categories

Cleanliness
6
Mixed to negative comments: several guests reported dirty sinks, stains on floors/walls, lack of freshness in linens and even spiders; some found rooms clean but overall cleanliness concerns were recurring.
Service
8.5
Generally positive staff feedback across multiple reviews: staff described as friendly, helpful and polite, though a few noted insufficient explanations or front-desk communication issues.
Location
9
Consistently praised for proximity to the station and easy access to Nara Park; location repeatedly cited as a primary benefit.
Room Quality
6.5
Room-related negatives: very hard mattresses, small rooms, older furniture and some maintenance issues; a number of guests nonetheless found rooms acceptable or tidy.
Amenities
7
Mixed notes on amenities: breakfast praised where mentioned, parking is available but paid and sometimes difficult to use, toiletries not always provided.
Value for Money
9
Strong positive sentiment about price and value; many guests call it cheap with high cost-performance for the location and services offered.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfast received positive mentions (varied and tasty) in several reviews, supporting a favorable score for F&B.
Overall Experience
7.6
A mixed overall experience: good location, friendly staff and great value balanced against cleanliness and bed comfort issues; aligns with moderately positive overall sentiment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 05:02

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just a 2-minute walk from JR Nara Train Station, Smile Hotel Nara offers easy access for travelers to explore the city's attractions.

Comfortable Rooms
The air-conditioned rooms feature free wired internet, LCD TV, and an electric kettle. Guests can enjoy a simple contemporary style room with essential amenities provided.

Additional Amenities
Guests can unwind with massages offered on-site, take advantage of the coin launderette, and utilize the free internet PCs in the lobby. The 24-hour front desk is available to assist with any needs.

Book your stay at Smile Hotel Nara now for a convenient and comfortable experience.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform 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 with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: OSA

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 2619 reviews
Cleanliness: 6
Service: 8.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 7.6
홍 • couple • kr
1
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Pap'sfriend • family_with_children • it
5
Scarso albergo in rapporto prezzo - prestazione
Pros:

posizione buona

Cons:

Camere vecchie, lavandino in bagno crepato e improponibile. Stanza piccola senza spazio per appoggiare la valigia.
In reception diversi non parlano inglese

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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eiji • solo_traveller • jp
8
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Naoki • couple • au
6
まあまあ
Pros:

駅から近い

Cons:

建物が老朽化している

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
A
Akemi • solo_traveller • jp
8
とてもよかった
Pros:

最上階だったので、眺めが良かったです。

Cons:

特にありません。

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
M
Miyoko • solo_traveller • jp
7
足の良くない人間にとってはトイレと部屋の段差が高い。
Pros:

JR奈良駅に近い。

Cons:

シャワーなどの水回りが使いにくい。

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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IKUO • solo_traveller • jp
5
何だこれは
Pros:

隣の部屋との物音が聞こえなく、寝る時も静かでした。

Cons:

ベッドの枕元付近の木が白くなっていて汚いように見えた。部屋の隅っこの方にホコリが溜まっていた。

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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MariaCamille • solo_traveller • us
10
Perfect.
Pros:

Perfect location. 4 mins away from everything that a traveler need. Great value, room is clean. Affordable.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
轉身欲飛越那一片葳蕤 • solo_traveller • tw
10
Pros:

離車站很近

Cons:

沒有

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
安部 • extended_group • jp
10
駅近で安く泊まれる。
Pros:

朝食付きで安く泊まれた。

Cons:

エアコンの吹き出し口が汚かったのと、照明にも埃が溜まってた事。

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Shinji • solo_traveller • jp
8
良かった。満足。
Pros:

駅に近く、料金も安く、コスパがとても良い。

Cons:

とくになし

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Adrien • solo_traveller • fr
9
Personnel accueillant et bon emplacement.
Pros:

L’emplacement à côté de la gare et le fait d’être à deux pas des rues principales qui mènent au parc 👌

Cons:

Le lit était quand même assez dur

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
M
MITSUTOSHI • family_with_children • jp
3
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
M
MEGUMI • couple • jp
10
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
Y
Yasue • couple • jp
7
このままでも良いですけど。
Cons:

騒音が聞こえる。

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Taichi • couple • jp
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
小山 • family_with_children • jp
6
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
D
DAISUKE • solo_traveller • jp
9
満足
Pros:

各部屋にズボンプレッサーがある。シャンプー等が行き渡ったいた。

Cons:

ベッドと机の間がもう少し広ければ良かった

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
H
Hikaru • extended_group • jp
6
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
S
Shingo • couple • jp
2
Cons:

湿気が多く、カビっぽかった

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee