Hotel New Wakasa, Nara
Overview
The comfortable 4-star Hotel New Wakasa Nara is situated around 600 metres from Nara Prefectural Museum of Art and boasts a sundeck and various recreational opportunities. The smoke-free hotel, located a short way from the Japanese Todai-ji Buddhist Temple, features a shopping area and a restaurant.
Location
This Nara hotel lies in a historic area, within 25 minutes' walk of the large complete Shichidō garan Shin-Yakushi-ji Temple. You'll be merely 1.3 km from Ara-Ike Pond.
The public Nara Park is just 13 minutes' walk from the accommodation, while Nara is situated 2.4 km away.
Imakoji bus stop is right near Hotel New Wakasa.
Rooms
There are 28 rooms comprising a dining area. They come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as such comforts as an air conditioner. Guests can use a tub, along with free toiletries. You can enjoy views of the mountain.
Eat & Drink
Nearby restaurants, including Wine No Ojisama is 550m from the hotel.
Leisure & Business
The New Wakasa Nara features themed dinners and temporary art galleries. With tatami, guests can stay fit at this Nara property. After a tiring day you can visit a full spa and a spa salon or indulge in a full body massage.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Valet parking
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Jacuzzi
- Full body massage
- Open-air bath
- Public Bath
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Trouser press
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Recommended for:
Japanese Tea CeremonyExperience the traditional tea ceremony performed by a master tea maker in a serene setting within the hotel.
Zen MeditationParticipate in a guided meditation session led by a Zen monk in a peaceful Japanese garden.
Sake TastingLearn about the nuances of Japanese sake and sample different varieties in a private tasting session led by a sake expert.
Artisan WorkshopsTake part in workshops led by local artisans, learning traditional crafts such as pottery and calligraphy.
Kimono DressingDress up in a beautiful traditional kimono, with assistance from a professional Kimono dresser and capture memorable photos.
Nighttime StargazingEnjoy a unique stargazing experience from the hotel's rooftop observatory.
- Japanese Cooking Class
- Karaoke Room
- Calligraphy Lessons
- Furoshiki Wrapping
- Ikebana Flower Arranging
- Japanese Onsen Bathing
- Bonsai Tree Care
- Soba Noodle Making
Location
* Within Nara's historic center, near Kofuku-ji, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and Todai-ji Temple. * Surrounded by traditional machiya townhouses, ancient monasteries, cultural attractions like Nara National Museum and Naramachi merchant district. * Nara Park with free-roaming deer, Isuien and Yoshikien gardens ideal for history and nature enthusiasts.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants