Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen

Property class: 3

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Take advantage of an outdoor public bath (no minerals), a terrace and a Japanese garden at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and a restaurant are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$338
29 Sept - 30 Sept

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a seating area with a view of the outside.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room with Private External Bathroom

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Room with Private External Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Located in Nara, Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen is near a metro station. Nara Woman's University and Kofuku-ji Temple are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nara Park and Kongo-Ikoma Quasi-National Park. Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum and Kojindo are also worth visiting. Visit our Nara travel guide
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1-4-12 Aristo Bldg 3F, Nara, Nara Prefecture, 6308115

What's nearby

  • A group of deer in a grassy area with trees in the background.
    Nara Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A calm lake with a pagoda in the background, surrounded by trees and buildings.
    Sarusawa Pond Park
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A traditional Japanese temple with a multi-tiered pagoda, surrounded by a serene landscape with trees and a clear blue sky.
    Kofuku-ji Temple
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Nara Woman's University
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall
    18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Nara Station
    4 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    74 min drive

Restaurants

  • 三条坊
    9 min walk
  • モスバーガー
    4 min walk
  • セリーナ
    2 min walk
  • 天理スタミナラーメン JR奈良駅前店
    2 min walk
  • かすうどん加寿屋 JR奈良駅前店
    4 min walk

About this property

Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen

  • Hotel near Nara Park
  • An outdoor public bath (no minerals), a terrace and a Japanese garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A vending machine, luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen offer perks, such as furnished lanais and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • More amenities include:
    • Down duvets and free extra futons
    • 2 bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
    • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Private gardens, free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available on Monday and Thursday for a fee of JPY 15,000; reservation required

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Public outdoor bath (no minerals)
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free extra futon

Bathroom

  • 2 partially-open bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

  • Hosted evening meal: JPY 15000

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

You need to know

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 only accepts cash
Long-term renters welcome
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Frequently asked questions

Is Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen on 29 Sept 2026 start from NZ$338, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen located?

Situated in Nara, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nara Park, Sarusawa Pond Park and Kōfuku-ji National Treasure Hall. Kofuku-ji Temple and Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Nara Station is only a 4-minute walk and Shin-Omiya Station is 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Nara Ryokan Annex Sweet Hotaru Gen Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem, Room was spacious with a terrific ambience. Outstanding tasting menu dinner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous place, super close to Nara park. After hiking to Mount Wakakusa my wife and I enjoyed the private hot springs. It was surreal enjoying the hot water while listening to the rain in the rock garden area. We would definitely come back if we find ourselves in Nara.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
very refreshing stay of our trip. check-in times very restrictive. we had no contact with staff after checking in. hot water control must be turned on manually. private in-room ryokan was a great amenity. overall great value
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our favorite place to stay this Japan trip. The room is very large and spacious. The deep outdoor soaking tub is a huge plus traveling with a kid. You have to walk up the stairs to the 3rd floor but they have a luggage/cargo elevator so all you need to do is to walk yourself up there without the hassle to haul luggages. Parking is not included but there is a small paid parking lot right next to the backstreet of the hotel. Walking distance to JR Nara station.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay!

Amazing room. Very clean and very nice. Front desk has limited hours and they don't always have someone there manning a front desk. Make sure you have the address in Japanese to show to your cab driver, we had some trouble finding it initially.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pretty amazing room
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
比較屬於自助式，雖然設備不錯
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
とてもゆっくりできました。 お部屋も清潔でとても良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
近鉄奈良駅から近く、にぎやかな商店街が近いながらも立地は静かで、とてもスタイリッシュなホテルです。 部屋によりますが、私が宿泊した部屋の窓からは荒池の畔で佇む何頭かの鹿を見ることができて嬉しかったです。 奈良を訪れた際には次回も利用したいです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
最高でした。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とてもゆったりとした素敵な時間を過ごしました。露天風呂もお部屋の雰囲気も全てが最高です！また絶対に泊まりに行きます！本当に大感謝です。ありがとうございます♪
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
温泉ではなかったですがよかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024