ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama -DLIGHT LIFE & HOTELS-

Hotels
8.9 (183 reviews)
Kawakami-cho 728 , Nara , jp

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable reception
Delicious food
Beautiful views
Friendly staff
Cons:
Bugs in the light fixtures
Breakfast variety could improve
Minor cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.29
There were some bugs inside the light fixtures, which affected cleanliness ratings.
Service
9.26
Staff were consistently mentioned as friendly and attentive, contributing positively to the service score.
Location
9.3
The hotel is located in a gorgeous area with beautiful views, enhancing the location rating.
Room Quality
8.75
Rooms were described as gorgeous with beautiful views, though some mentioned minor issues like bugs.
Amenities
8.78
The rooftop tub was praised, but a few guests noted missing amenities like a bath in the large bathhouse.
Value for Money
8.74
General sentiment indicates good value given the quality of food and service.
Food and Beverage
8.79
Food was frequently praised as delicious and carefully prepared, though there were some mixed reviews about breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.26
Overall, guest experiences have been very positive, with many stating they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 09:29

Property Description

Tea Cafe and Hilltop Views
Enjoy a relaxing stay at ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama with its tea cafe and stunning hilltop views of Nara city.

Hot Spring Bath and Traditional Meals
Indulge in a traditional in-room breakfast and dinner while taking advantage of the hot spring bath on the rooftop for a truly rejuvenating experience.

Convenient Location and Cultural Attractions
Located just 10 minutes from JR Nara Train Station, our hotel offers free shuttle service for easy access. Explore nearby attractions like Nara Park, Todaji Temple, and Nara National Museum within a short drive.

Experience the best of Nara at ANDO HOTEL NARA Wakakusayama - book your stay now for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

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 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 to eat dinner at this property. Guests checking in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 11 years old stay for ¥8,000 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 183 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.29
Service: 9.26
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.78
Value for Money: 8.74
Food and Beverage: 8.79
Overall Experience: 9.26
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GERALDINE • solo_traveller • be
10
Pros:

Acceuil très sympathique et professionnelle. Chambre magnifique et repas très corrects.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Jean-Marc • couple • fr
8
séjour confortable, mais établissement sans véritable charme
Pros:

vue, repas

Cons:

service, manque de charme de l'établissement

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Jason • family_with_children • se
10
Pros:

Views, food, rooms, onsen

Cons:

Pool area

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Chi Ming • extended_group • hk
9
My friends like it very much!
Pros:

Dinner is so special and my friends like it very much. Not only the taste but also the style they have. Excellent for travellers who would like to have surprise!

Cons:

The check-in procedure is different from last time I stayed. The staff will come to my table to introduce but this time, they call me to go back to the counter for the procedure.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Roberto • solo_traveller • es
10
Perfecte
Pros:

Tot

Cons:

Res

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Tony • couple • gb
8
A super stay at a lovely hotel. High quality dining in a relaxed setting
Pros:

Food at the Ando was of the highest order, but did require a real discipline to be at breakfast and dinner on time. The private Onsen was also very special, as was the view from our room

Cons:

More flexibility around dinner/ breakfast timings would have been preferred so you didn;t feel so rushed through courses

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Chi Wai • couple • hk
9
夜遊看星、夜景十分好．真係好多謝工作人員
Pros:

工作人員，食物都很好

Cons:

6樓私人風呂⋯⋯氯氣味太重⋯⋯皮膚敏感接受不了
但公眾浴場空間太細，空氣不流通，有點呼吸困難😖

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
泉 • solo_traveller • jp
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Anne & Philippe • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Quel havre de paix ! C'est sûr ce n'est pas dans cet hôtel qui faut prendre comme point de départ pour visiter Nara ( et encore l'hôtel propose une navette gratuite pour rejoindre les gares de Nara) mais quel plaisir d'y séjourner.
Nous avons visité le parc la journée, arrivés le matin et bagages en consigne à la gare, direction les cerfs et les temples. Et nous avons rejoint l'hôtel en fin d'après midi et profité de tout ce que propose cet hôtel : repas excellent, bain privatif avec vue, ....Superbe moment

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Julia • solo_traveller • dk
10
Pros:

Amazing view, attentive & helpful staff, outstanding food

Cons:

Rooms were a bit worn down, but great value for money

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Absolutely fantastic stay here for my birthday. So many amenities and things to do! Gorgeous room with a stunning view. The night tour is a must, as is the rooftop bath (you can reserve your space so it is private). Marshmallows to roast at night and the pool was a welcome sight after a hot May day exploring Nara. Staff were kind and helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Xavier • couple • sg
10
The highlight during my trip to Nara was not the deer, but the experience I had staying in Ando Hotel
Pros:

The property provides amazing view, service was impeccable and staff is very thoughtful with their suggestion for stargazing and private bath time slot. Dinner and breakfast was amazing as well

Cons:

Nothing that we disliked

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Say Keong • couple • sg
9
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Jane Fang • solo_traveller • tw
9
很棒的旅店
Pros:

夜景很美，早晚餐很棒，服務人員和藹可親熱於助人

Cons:

露天風呂有濃厚氯的味道

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Nobue • extended_group • jp
5
差し引きゼロ
Pros:

ロビーの香りはとても心地よかったです。
星空ツアーはお天気に恵まれ、良い企画だと思いました。

Cons:

エレベーターを降りてからさらに階段があること。荷物を持っての階段は苦痛でした。
チェックインの際の部屋の説明に齟齬があり、とても不安なきもちになりました。
２階のエレベーター付近は、カビ臭い（古い建築の臭い）が気になります。
露天風呂の大きさとか洗い場とか、利用する設備の説明がきちんと欲しかったです。

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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jose • solo_traveller • ve
10
Pros:

El hospedaje es espectacular en todos los aspectos

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Cystal Chu • family_with_children • hk
10
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • family_with_children • sg
9
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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MARI • extended_group • jp
9
日本らしさ、奈良らしさを感じる素晴らしい宿
Pros:

夕食がとてもおいしかった！大和野菜を使った料理は、どれも上品で繊細。全ての料理ひとつひとつに、出汁が豊富に使われていて、関西の出汁文化を感じる良い経験になった。香りを愉しむ料理もあり、素晴らしい。
ワインの種類も多く、ブリュットも手頃に飲めたし上品な料理とよくマッチしていた。
食通の韓国から来た友人を招待するのに、選んだホテルだったが大正解！友人も美味しいと感動していた。
部屋や共有スペースはリノベーションされており、綺麗。
また、モダンで日本らしさもあり、良かった。

Cons:

リノベーションがされていない部分の古さがやや気になる。また大浴場へ行くまでの廊下が、尋常じゃないほどのカビ臭さで驚いた。換気面での工夫が必要だと思う。

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
カール • solo_traveller • jp
8
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee