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

A chef preparing food in a kitchen with a wood-fired oven, various food stations, and a buffet with an assortment of dishes and condiments.

1. Novotel Nara

2.7 km from Saidai-ji

MICHAEL

SAR 352

SAR 426 total

19 Oct - 20 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

2.6 km from Saidai-ji

John

SAR 971

SAR 1,228 total

18 Oct - 19 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.

3. HOTEL ZEN narahourai

1.9 km from Saidai-ji

Raquel

SAR 239

SAR 266 total

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, a chair, a desk, and a kitchenette.

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 sofa, a bed, a television, a nightstand, and a plant.

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

4. HOTEL ROCCO - Adults Only

1.5 km from Saidai-ji

Daniel

SAR 147

SAR 163 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern building with a glass entrance, a water feature, and a bench.

A building with a brick facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area with outdoor seating.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large window with a view of greenery, and a dark wooden floor.

A modern building with a vertical wooden slat facade, a narrow water feature, and potted plants.

5. Hotel Allamanda

2.8 km from Saidai-ji

Alexadra

SAR 300

SAR 369 total

15 Oct - 16 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.

A spacious indoor dining area with tables and chairs, large windows offering views of greenery and a waterfall, and a modern chandelier.

6. Nara Royal Hotel

2.4 km from Saidai-ji

Abigail

SAR 331

SAR 372 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A parking lot with buses, a building with a traditional roof, and a waterfall.

A hotel with a waterfall feature in front of it.

A serene outdoor area with a stone water feature, a wooden bridge, and a building with a traditional architectural style.

A person in a natural water setting with a large water wheel and rocks.

7. Nara Park Hotel

1.4 km from Saidai-ji

Robert

SAR 319

SAR 358 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Fine Garden Nara Horai

1.6 km from Saidai-ji

Lizzie

SAR 105

SAR 127 total

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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.

A hallway with wooden flooring and white walls, leading to multiple rooms.

9. Comfy Stay TDS

3 km from Saidai-ji

HIROKO

SAR 561

SAR 622 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A small, single-room hotel room with two single beds, a wooden table, and a window with curtains.

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

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

2.6 km from Saidai-ji

"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

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A compact kitchen with a gas stove, sink, and a microwave.

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

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

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

2.6 km from Saidai-ji

"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

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance and a stone pathway leading to the door.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a cushion, sliding doors, and a large window with a view.

A corridor with sliding doors on one side and a wooden floor.

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring and a single light fixture on the ceiling.

12. Ryokan Matsumae

Naramachi, 4.9 km from Saidai-ji

Mark

SAR 811

SAR 897 total

17 Oct - 18 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.

13. Temple Town Hotel WAQOO Horyuji

10 km from Saidai-ji

Maiko

SAR 466

SAR 512 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a wooden interior.

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

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

14. Shikitei

5.3 km from Saidai-ji

Joseph

SAR 1,136

SAR 1,250 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern bathroom with multiple sinks, mirrors, and a central hot tub.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, multiple sinks, and a mirror.

A modern interior with colorful hexagonal partitions, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A modern skyscraper with a glass facade reflecting the sky.

15. KOKO HOTEL Higashiosaka

17.1 km from Saidai-ji

Lucian

SAR 163

SAR 182 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.

A modern staircase with wooden steps and a metal railing, leading to a landing with a door.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a wooden table.

A modern two-story house with a garage, large windows, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

16. Danro no yado Concept House Hoshida

13.3 km from Saidai-ji

Anonymous traveler

SAR 891

SAR 1,099 total

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, two wicker chairs, a mirror, and a sun-shaped wall decoration.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a decorative wall panel, and a built-in heater.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, and a seating area.

A lobby with a black leather sofa, a chandelier, a reception desk with a menu board, and a wall with framed pictures.

17. Hotel Atlantis Higashiosaka - Adults Only

17 km from Saidai-ji

Tomas

SAR 120

SAR 134 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A traditional Japanese building with a sign reading "やまと".

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, wooden tables, and chairs.

A traditional Japanese building with a stone pathway leading to a gate.

A tatami mat room with a low wooden table, sliding doors, and a television.

18. Kanko Ryokan Yamato

8.2 km from Saidai-ji

Alise

SAR 426

SAR 469 total

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a low table with chairs, a television, and a large window with shoji screens.

A room with tatami mats, a television, a small table, a sofa, and a view of the city.

A view through a window with a tiled floor and a reflection of lights in the window.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with chairs, and large windows offering a view of the sea.

19. Shiroyama inn

8.3 km from Saidai-ji

"The staff were beyond friendly and hospitable! My friend staying with me was having medical issues and we were immediately offered help/accommodations in any way possible. The bath has a fantastic view over Nara, the property is nestled amongst some of the most beautiful scenery I’ve ever seen, our room was very cozy, and the breakfast in the morning left us full and satisfied. Somehow in a Country other than my home, I felt right at home. If I ever come back to Japan, I’d be remiss if I didn’t...

Stephen

SAR 365

SAR 404 total

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central marble column, large windows, and potted plants.

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

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

A conference room with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchenette, and a large window.

20. Hotel San Marco

16.7 km from Saidai-ji

sayaka

SAR 214

SAR 248 total

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Saidai-ji

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Novotel Nara	9.4 Exceptional 431 reviews	View
JW Marriott Hotel Nara	9.4 Exceptional 102 reviews	View
HOTEL ZEN narahourai	8.8 Excellent 10 reviews	View
HOTEL ROCCO - Adults Only	8.6 Excellent 24 reviews	View
Hotel Allamanda	8.6 Excellent 65 reviews	View

Top Saidai-ji Hotel Reviews

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

8/10 Good

"Breakfast is fantastic！Staff are very friendly. The gym is too too small."

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about this place was great. Staff, location, room, everything."

Hotel New Otani Osaka

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is really good, clean and staff really helpful and I would say it was worth the money. There are a few little imperfections. I don’t think you should have to pay extra to use the gym and other facilities. Breakfast choice is great but I felt everything hot should have been hotter and everything cold colder. My last one is the coffee it is almost undrinkable just get a coffee machine. That being said the hotel is good and the staff make it so good."

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

10/10 Excellent

"100% recommend"

BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very comfy for a single traveler, and it has all that you need. Clean towels are given out and garbage taken away everyday."

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

10/10 Excellent

"great , large bed was available, room was large for japan"

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff. Nice size hotel room."

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

10/10 Excellent

"I recently stayed at the Royal Park Canvas, and it easily stands out as one of the best hotel experiences I've had. From the moment you walk in, the property is remarkably modern, impeccably organized, and boasts the absolute cleanest rooms I’ve encountered. Everything is designed for comfort and convenience, offering a fantastic atmosphere for any traveler. What truly elevated this stay, however, was the immaculate customer service. After checking out, I realized I had accidentally left some items behind in my room. The staff went above and beyond to help me retrieve them quickly and stress-free. Their professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail were truly top-tier."

THE LIVELY OSAKA HONMACHI

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great choice if staying in the Osaka area. Room was comfortable, staff was super friendly."

Other attractions near Saidai-ji

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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Emperor Koken Mausoleum

Emperor Koken Mausoleum is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the 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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Emperor Seimu Mausoleum

Emperor Seimu Mausoleum is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Akishino-dera Temple

After visiting Akishino-dera 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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Sakimisakizakiyama Ancient Tomb

You can find out about the history of Nara with a stop at Sakimisakizakiyama Ancient Tomb. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Gourd Mountain Ancient Tomb

You can find out about the history of Nara with a visit to Gourd Mountain Ancient Tomb. 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Saidai-ji?

Saidai-ji is located in a walkable area of Nara known for its temples. You'll find 147 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

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

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 mi (22.6 km) from Saidai-ji. Other good choices in the area include APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower and Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA.

How many hotels are there near Saidai-ji?

Expedia has 147 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Saidai-ji.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Saidai-ji.

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

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Saidai-ji, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Saidai-ji?

You'll want to browse the collections at Nara National Museum, Nara Prefectural Art Museum, and Shosoin Temple. Heijo Palace, Nara Woman's University, and Kofuku-ji Temple are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can wander around Isui-en Garden, Nara Park, or Keihanna Memorial Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Saidai-ji hotels

1. Novotel Nara

2. JW Marriott Hotel Nara

3. HOTEL ZEN narahourai

4. HOTEL ROCCO - Adults Only

5. Hotel Allamanda

6. Nara Royal Hotel

7. Nara Park Hotel

8. Fine Garden Nara Horai

9. Comfy Stay TDS

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

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

12. Ryokan Matsumae

13. Temple Town Hotel WAQOO Horyuji

14. Shikitei

15. KOKO HOTEL Higashiosaka

16. Danro no yado Concept House Hoshida

17. Hotel Atlantis Higashiosaka - Adults Only

18. Kanko Ryokan Yamato

19. Shiroyama inn

20. Hotel San Marco

Compare popular hotels close to Saidai-ji

Top Saidai-ji Hotel Reviews

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Hotel New Otani Osaka

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

THE LIVELY OSAKA HONMACHI

Other attractions near Saidai-ji

Nara Family

Emperor Koken Mausoleum

Kikoji Temple

Emperor Seimu Mausoleum

Akishino-dera Temple

Sakimisakizakiyama Ancient Tomb

Gourd Mountain Ancient Tomb

Heijo Palace Ruins Historical Park

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