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

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Our top choices for Yakushi-ji Temple hotels

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, blackout drapes

1. Novotel Nara

2.6 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Stephen

SAR 310

SAR 376 total

28 Sep - 29 Sep

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

2. JW Marriott Hotel Nara

2.6 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

John

SAR 854

SAR 1,080 total

27 Sep - 28 Sep

3. HOTEL ZEN narahourai

2.8 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Raquel

SAR 264

SAR 291 total

8 Oct - 9 Oct

Basic Triple Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Mini-fridge, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils

4. Hotel SINDAI

2.8 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Hong

SAR 289

SAR 320 total

27 Sep - 28 Sep

Special Japanese-Western style Room (With Natural Hot Spring View Bath) Non Smoking | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, bidet

5. Kamenoi Hotel Nara

2.2 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Kyle

SAR 391

SAR 437 total

27 Sep - 28 Sep

Luxury Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free), individually decorated

6. HOTEL ROCCO - Adults Only

2.5 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Daniel

SAR 141

SAR 156 total

28 Sep - 29 Sep

7. Toyoko Inn Nara Shin Omiya Station

3.1 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

James

SAR 182

SAR 202 total

27 Sep - 28 Sep

4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

8. Nara Royal Hotel

2.8 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Abigail

SAR 209

SAR 236 total

30 Sep - 1 Oct

XStandard Room, 1 King Bed(1 King Bed for 3 Guests,Couples Hotel) | Premium bedding, minibar, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

9. Fine Garden Nara Horai

2.4 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Lizzie

SAR 107

SAR 129 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Comfort Apartment, Non Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

10. Comfy Stay TDS

2.7 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

HIROKO

SAR 588

SAR 647 total

25 Sep - 26 Sep

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

2.2 km from Yakushi-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

30 Sep - 1 Oct

Classic Suite, Garden View, Ground Floor | View from room

Superior Room | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

12. Shikitei

4.8 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Joseph

SAR 840

SAR 924 total

29 Sep - 30 Sep

Japanese Traditional Room (10 Tatami Mats with bath, can't serve dinner after 7 P.M. ) | WiFi (free), bed sheets

13. Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei

6.4 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Angel

SAR 2,027

SAR 2,453 total

27 Sep - 28 Sep

14. Onyado Nono Nara Natural Hot Spring

3.5 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Kit U

SAR 251

SAR 285 total

27 Sep - 28 Sep

Deluxe Room east building | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

15. Temple Town Hotel WAQOO Horyuji

7.8 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Maiko

SAR 388

SAR 427 total

27 Sep - 28 Sep

Deluxe Suite, Courtyard View | WiFi (free)

16. Kokoro No Yado

Naramachi, 4.2 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Alan

SAR 599

SAR 659 total

25 Sep - 26 Sep

Apartment, Balcony | Living area | 85-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, video-game console

17. Hana Naramachi

Naramachi, 4.7 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Sharon

SAR 1,268

SAR 1,397 total

27 Sep - 28 Sep

18. Piazza Hotel Nara

3.3 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Leona Luya

SAR 214

SAR 235 total

30 Sep - 1 Oct

Superior Japanese Style Room | View from room

Superior Japanese Style Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | WiFi (free), bed sheets

19. Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel

4 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Cindy

SAR 132

SAR 193 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

Family Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Western Style) | Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

20. Hotel Tenpyo Naramachi

Naramachi, 4.4 km from Yakushi-ji Temple

Rafael

SAR 551

SAR 608 total

28 Sep - 29 Sep

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Novotel Nara	9.4 Exceptional 420 reviews	View
JW Marriott Hotel Nara	9.4 Exceptional 100 reviews	View
HOTEL ZEN narahourai	9.0 Wonderful 8 reviews	View
Hotel SINDAI	8.8 Excellent 5 reviews	View
Kamenoi Hotel Nara	8.8 Excellent 51 reviews	View

Top Yakushi-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is beautiful and in a great location for restaurants and to move around. There is laundry available, bath house, and a gym. The staff was really helpful. And the rooms are beautiful and very clean! I certainly recommend this hotel!"

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is very near to Tokyo Station and walkable distance to Ginza. It’s quiet and clean."

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is super clean. It has public bath, laundry, and a restaurant. The location is close to a subway station. There are so many nice restaurants nearby. And, the staff was super friendly and accomodating. Highly recommended for tourists."

Namba Oriental Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good"

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

10/10 Excellent

"Nothing really"

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

10/10 Excellent

"The foot spa and the private sauna were excellent. The staff was wonderful. Took care of anything I needed very clean hotel room great location next to store stores and food The buffet was nice, good selection and variety of food"

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

8/10 Good

"Great location. Easy access to train station and restaurants. However room size was very small."

Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay at Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba. The location was excellent, being close to Dotonbori, restaurants, shopping, and public transportation, which made it very easy to explore Osaka. We decided to splurge a little on a larger room, and it was definitely worth it. We had a corner room with great views, which made the extra cost worthwhile, especially after spending long days exploring the city. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and the service was great. Overall, it was a very enjoyable stay and a great base for exploring Osaka. We would happily stay here again."

Hotel New Otani Osaka

8/10 Good

"Hotel very well localed with excellent service and attention."

Other attractions near Yakushi-ji Temple

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and wooden pillars, surrounded by a gravel courtyard and trees.

Toshodai-ji Temple

8.8/10 (90 reviews)

After visiting Toshodai-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nara. 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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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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Koriyama Castle

You can find out about the history of Yamatokoriyama when you stop by Koriyama Castle. 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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Hakomotokan Konya Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Hakomotokan Konya Museum during your travels in Yamatokoriyama. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

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Daianji Temple

After visiting Daianji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nara. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yakushi-ji Temple is located in a culturally rich area of Nara known for its temples. You'll find 152 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Yakushi-ji Temple?

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. You'll find it 16.4 mi (26.4 km) from Yakushi-ji Temple. Other good choices in the area include Hotel New Otani Osaka and APA Hotel Namba Ekihigashi.

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

Expedia has 152 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Yakushi-ji Temple.

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

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Yakushi-ji Temple.

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

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Yakushi-ji Temple, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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

Nara National Museum, Hakomotokan Konya Museum, and Shosoin Temple feature captivating exhibits. Heijo Palace, Kofuku-ji Temple, and Nara Woman's University are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Yakushi-ji Temple. Enjoy the outdoors at Nara Park, Mount Wakakusa, or Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest.

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Our top choices for Yakushi-ji Temple hotels

1. Novotel Nara

2. JW Marriott Hotel Nara

3. HOTEL ZEN narahourai

4. Hotel SINDAI

5. Kamenoi Hotel Nara

6. HOTEL ROCCO - Adults Only

7. Toyoko Inn Nara Shin Omiya Station

8. Nara Royal Hotel

9. Fine Garden Nara Horai

10. Comfy Stay TDS

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

12. Shikitei

13. Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei

14. Onyado Nono Nara Natural Hot Spring

15. Temple Town Hotel WAQOO Horyuji

16. Kokoro No Yado

17. Hana Naramachi

18. Piazza Hotel Nara

19. Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel

20. Hotel Tenpyo Naramachi

Compare popular hotels close to Yakushi-ji Temple

Top Yakushi-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Namba Oriental Hotel

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba

Hotel New Otani Osaka

Other attractions near Yakushi-ji Temple

Toshodai-ji Temple

Suzakumon Gate

Heijo Palace

Kikoji Temple

Koriyama Castle

Suzakumon Square

Hakomotokan Konya Museum

Daianji Temple

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