The Best Hotels Closest to Toshodai-ji Temple in Nara for 2026

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A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and a high ceiling with a geometric pattern.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, a small table, and a sofa with cushions.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a mirror, and a walk-in closet.

A modern hotel entrance with a welcoming sign, large stone columns, and a well-lit interior visible through the glass doors.

1. Novotel Nara

2.2 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Stephen

SAR 345

SAR 417 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a central dining area with tables and chairs.

A modern indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a sunbed area.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a large painting on the wall, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple floors, and large windows.

2. JW Marriott Hotel Nara

2.1 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

John

SAR 975

SAR 1,233 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a city view, a desk with a computer, a bed, and a sofa.

A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, a television displaying hotel information, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern hotel room with large windows offering a city view, a desk with a phone, and a comfortable chair.

A multi-story building with illuminated windows, a visible entrance, and a pedestrian overpass.

3. Piazza Hotel Nara

3.1 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Leona Luya

SAR 331

SAR 364 total

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel lobby with a long reception area, a seating area with chairs, and a modern ceiling design.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

A serene indoor pool area with a wooden ceiling, stone walls, and a stained glass window depicting a landscape.

A spa area with a large window, a pool, and a wooden ceiling.

4. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara Natural Hot Springs

3.1 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Eglis

SAR 272

SAR 306 total

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hallway leading to a room with wooden doors, labeled "HOTEL WITH ZEN TIMELESS RESORT".

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'HOTEL WITH ZEN' sign.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table with a tray, and artwork on the walls.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a wall-mounted mirror, and a black abstract painting.

5. HOTEL ZEN narahourai

2.4 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Raquel

SAR 240

SAR 267 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel with a red facade, multiple floors, and a large entrance area with a covered walkway.

An indoor swimming pool with large windows and a view of greenery outside.

A buffet with various food stations, including a sushi bar and a selection of appetizers.

A grand lobby with a large Christmas tree and a reindeer decoration.

6. Hotel Nikko Nara

3.2 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Terry

SAR 398

SAR 438 total

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A building entrance with a tiled facade, a small garden area with plants, and a signboard.

A narrow hallway with a door leading to a room.

A compact kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a small refrigerator, and a shelf with kitchenware.

A hallway with lockers, a staircase, and a reception desk with informational posters.

7. Hotel SINDAI

2.1 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Hong

SAR 282

SAR 313 total

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Hotel Rocco." It features a modern design with balconies and a stone facade.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a bedside table with a bottle and glasses, and a mirror.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a television, a nightstand, and a plant.

A modern hotel room with a black leather sofa, a bed with a white headboard, a small table with a plant, a TV, and a minibar.

8. HOTEL ROCCO - Adults Only

2 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Daniel

SAR 138

SAR 154 total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

The exterior of ABHOTEL NARA with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with glass doors and a sign above.

A buffet setup with various food items, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, two stools, and a patterned wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

9. AB Hotel Nara

3.2 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Tom

SAR 169

SAR 185 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door, and a round mirror on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, a green leather sofa, and a staircase.

A grand staircase with red carpet and golden railings, leading to an upper floor with a glass railing and a decorative chandelier.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and lounge chairs along the poolside.

10. Nara Royal Hotel

2.3 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Abigail

SAR 230

SAR 261 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a sign with foreign text, and a wheelchair accessibility symbol.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A compact white refrigerator in a corner of a room with a patterned carpet.

A reception desk with informational signs, a bulletin board, and a counter with various items.

11. Toyoko Inn Nara Shin Omiya Station

2.7 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

James

SAR 220

SAR 245 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A multi-story hotel building with a sign indicating it is a 'SMail Hotel'.

A hotel room with a seating area, a reception desk, and a minibar.

An elevator area with a digital display showing the floor number, a trash bin, and a mailbox.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk with a computer, and a window with a view.

12. Smile Hotel Nara

3.2 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Shelby

SAR 97

SAR 108 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel entrance with a double door, a doormat, and two potted plants.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a reception desk, a computer, a telephone, and a potted plant.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with chairs, a fireplace, and a TV.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a television, potted plants, and a chandelier.

13. Fine Garden Nara Horai

2 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Lizzie

SAR 107

SAR 130 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a shelf with pictures, and a wardrobe.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a vase with flowers.

A kitchen with a gas stove, stainless steel sink, and wooden countertop.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a gas stove, and a wooden countertop. There are two trash bins and a window with curtains.

14. Comfy Stay TDS

2.3 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

HIROKO

SAR 585

SAR 644 total

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, sliding doors, and a tiled roof.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, and a shoji screen door.

A small, compact room with two single beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A narrow hallway with a wooden staircase leading to a kitchen area.

15. Nara Seisha - For guests aged 18-55 only, Self check-in (Please check your messages and emails from Expedia for important guidelines)

1.8 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

"Great value for money. 3 rooms on 2nd floor and 1st floor is common area with toliet, shower, kitchen, refrigerator. Traditional Japanese style room. Room is simple with matress, small ground table, A/C. Not much soundproof. No elevator & need to use stiff stairs. Host seems living in 1st floor. Use key to open/close room. Place is located on the side of small car road, not inside. Search '清舎' on google map."

SEUNGMIN

SAR 86

SAR 95 total

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, a heater, and a wooden ceiling.

A pine tree with a thick trunk and branches, positioned in front of a building with a window and a balcony.

A wooden table with a chair that has a cushioned seat.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a futon bed.

16. naramoon The stairs are steep, suitable for young people to live in.

1.8 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

"1st, this is an old and poorly maintained house without the old house charm. 2nd, please add a "Can Not accept any guest older than 55 years old. We were almost denied at check-in due to our age. 3rd, Expedia should not outsource the reservation through another 3rd party platform (Ctrip.com). 4th, English communication is challenged. 5th, it is not price competitive. Another hostel a few house down was only US$26 instead of $52. 6th, the hostel does not allow any cancellation. 7th, the...

Hsin-Teh

SAR 65

SAR 71 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with three beds, a large window, and a refrigerator.

A compact kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a microwave, and a sink.

A hotel hallway with a shoe rack, a television, and a dining area in the background.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a small countertop.

17. Comfy Stay Kiyokawa

2.9 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

SAR 205

SAR 226 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A traditional wooden gate leading to a pathway with a tiled roof overhead.

A traditional Japanese house with a wooden exterior, a tiled entrance, and a red bench outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, chairs, a television, and sliding doors.

A modern outdoor space with a wooden bench, a decorative lantern, and a view of a tree through a glass wall.

18. Shikitei

4.7 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Joseph

SAR 952

SAR 1,047 total

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, two beds with pillows, and a wall with a floral pattern.

A library with bookshelves, wooden chairs, and tables arranged for reading.

A modern interior with a wooden bench, a TV on a stand, and a wall with shelves displaying various items.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, seating, and a wall with shelves displaying various items.

19. Temple Town Hotel WAQOO Horyuji

8.4 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Maiko

SAR 389

SAR 428 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A variety of Japanese dishes, including sashimi and sushi, served on decorative plates.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view of a pagoda through large windows.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a thatched roof, surrounded by a pond and lush greenery.

A modern bathroom with a large window, a shower, and a sink.

20. Asukasou

Naramachi, 4.4 km from Toshodai-ji Temple

Kevin

SAR 793

SAR 960 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Toshodai-ji Temple

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Novotel Nara	9.4 Exceptional 423 reviews	View
JW Marriott Hotel Nara	9.4 Exceptional 100 reviews	View
Piazza Hotel Nara	9.2 Wonderful 852 reviews	View
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara Natural Hot Springs	9.0 Wonderful 744 reviews	View
HOTEL ZEN narahourai	9.0 Wonderful 9 reviews	View

Top Toshodai-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

10/10 Excellent

"Great rooms and great location! I would definitely recommend"

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay in this hotel! The room had a lot of space, was well maintained and looked brand new. The convenience store right under the hotel was awesome to have, we visited it at least once a day. The location is good too, an easy walk to Osaka Station and the main shopping hubs. The hotel laundry was very affordable and easy to use as well if you time it properly. We would absolutely stay here again when we come back to Osaka!"

BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi

10/10 Excellent

"Very central location and very clean place. The staff was very friendly and helpful"

Hotel Forza Osaka Kitahama

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was clean and comfortable. Coffee and tea all day. Just a few steps from a metro station. There’s a couple of convenience stores as well as 2 bakeries on the way to the K line metro. Comfortable bed. AC worked well. Laundry on second floor came in handy. Detergent is added by the machine."

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stayed"

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommended . I would definitely booked it again.it’s very clean ,staff are helpful and nice."

APA Hotel Namba Ekihigashi

10/10 Excellent

"A delightful hotel in a very central area with excellent staff"

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba

10/10 Excellent

"Staff are accomodating. Easy access to laundry. Convenient location."

The OneFive Osaka Shinsekai

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast is only included for one person when booking not for an extras person. The food is alright . If you have picky eaters ( kids ). I’ll recommend you , just to go buy food outside or buy a one day breakfast to give it a try , instead of paying for your whole duration in advance."

Other attractions near Toshodai-ji Temple

A large bell hanging from a wooden structure with traditional Japanese architecture in the background.

Yakushi-ji Temple

9.0/10 (322 reviews)

Yakushi-ji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

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A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, red wooden beams, and a tiled roof.

Suzakumon Gate

Find out about the history of Nara when you take a trip to Suzakumon Gate. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

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A traditional Japanese building with a multi-tiered roof, red pillars, and a statue on top.

Heijo Palace

8.2/10 (93 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Nara with a trip to Heijo Palace. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

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A traditional wooden building with a thatched roof, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

Nara Family

8.0/10 (25 reviews)

During your visit to Nara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nara Family. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

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Kikoji Temple

Kikoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

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Suzakumon Square

You can learn about the history of Nara with a trip to Suzakumon Square. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Heijo Palace Ruins Historical Park

After visiting Heijo Palace Ruins Historical Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nara. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Saidai-ji

8.8/10 (35 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Nara when you stop by Saidai-ji. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Toshodai-ji Temple?

Toshodai-ji Temple is located in a culturally rich area of Nara known for its temples. You'll find 150 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Toshodai-ji Temple?

Hotel New Otani Osaka is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 11 restaurants. You'll find it 14.4 mi (23.1 km) from Toshodai-ji Temple. Other good choices in the area include APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower and APA Hotel Namba Ekihigashi.

How many hotels will I find near Toshodai-ji Temple?

Expedia has 150 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Toshodai-ji Temple.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Toshodai-ji Temple, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Toshodai-ji Temple.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Toshodai-ji Temple?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Toshodai-ji Temple, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Toshodai-ji Temple?

Nara National Museum, Koriyama Goldfish Museum, and Nara Prefectural Art Museum feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by Heijo Palace, Nara Woman's University, and Kofuku-ji Temple to learn a bit about the area. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Isui-en Garden, Nara Park, and Mount Wakakusa.

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Our top choices for Toshodai-ji Temple hotels

1. Novotel Nara

2. JW Marriott Hotel Nara

3. Piazza Hotel Nara

4. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara Natural Hot Springs

5. HOTEL ZEN narahourai

6. Hotel Nikko Nara

7. Hotel SINDAI

8. HOTEL ROCCO - Adults Only

9. AB Hotel Nara

10. Nara Royal Hotel

11. Toyoko Inn Nara Shin Omiya Station

12. Smile Hotel Nara

13. Fine Garden Nara Horai

14. Comfy Stay TDS

15. Nara Seisha - For guests aged 18-55 only, Self check-in (Please check your messages and emails from Expedia for important guidelines)

16. naramoon The stairs are steep, suitable for young people to live in.

17. Comfy Stay Kiyokawa

18. Shikitei

19. Temple Town Hotel WAQOO Horyuji

20. Asukasou

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Top Toshodai-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi

Hotel Forza Osaka Kitahama

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower

APA Hotel Namba Ekihigashi

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba

The OneFive Osaka Shinsekai

Other attractions near Toshodai-ji Temple

Yakushi-ji Temple

Suzakumon Gate

Heijo Palace

Nara Family

Kikoji Temple

Suzakumon Square

Heijo Palace Ruins Historical Park

Saidai-ji

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