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Ryokan

Wakasa Bettei

Nara, Nara

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Guests Like the LocationThe location was rated 4.58 by the guests who stayed here.

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4.6/5

FantasticFrom 51 reviews

5.0/516 Nov 2025

Karla • Couple Trip

Todo es excelente. La habitación es grande y cómoda con bañera privada al aire libre. El servicio de cena y desayuno tradicional es de gran calidad. A pesar de que el precio por noche es alto, vale muchísimo la pena para una estadía corta después de recorrer Nara.

5.0/54 Nov 2025

ROSA MARIA • Trip with Friends

La amabilidad del personal y en encanto de las instalaciones.

5.0/527 Jul 2025

Renji • Couple Trip

また奈良に来た時お世話になります

5.0/53 Apr 2025

Melissa • Solo Trip

This was such a unique experience. I enjoyed my stay and LOVED the in-room onsen tub. I only wish there was a larger safe in the room. It was on the smaller side, so I couldn’t fit my laptop in it.

5.0/523 Mar 2025

Hanne • Trip with Friends

Et stilfullt, velholdt hotell/ryokan med gode badefasiliteter og nydelig mat. Vi bodde på et tradisjonelt japansk rom og sov på tatami matte. Tross litt hard seng sov vi godt. Spiste både tradisjonell middag og frokost, og rettene var mange, forseggjorte og lekre. Et veldig hyggelig personale ga oppholdet det lille ekstra. Anbefales!

5.0/54 Nov 2024

Ana Belén • Couple Trip

Limpio. Buena ubicación. Personal muy amable

5.0/59 Oct 2024

John • Couple Trip

Service and food were excellent. We had Japanese dinner and breakfast. Each were well prepared and presented. Very walkable area. Private bath was very nice touch after long day of travel and walking around town.

5.0/529 Aug 2024

Richard • Trip with Friends

Amazing hotel.

5.0/52 Aug 2024

Danielle • Family Trip

Staying at this ryokan was the absolute highlight of our 10-day trip to Japan! We stayed in Room 303 and loved having our own private mineral soaking tub out on the deck plus the public onsen. Everything about this place was clean, comfortable, and memorable. The private kaiseki dinner was beautiful, delicious, and very filling—an experience not to be missed! We were shocked after checking in to be offered a local guide to explore Nara the following day compliments of Wakasa Bettei. She spent half a day with us—exploring gardens, temples and sanctuaries, while providing stories and local history. A day we will never forget. Overall, our stay was phenomenal! Do not hesitate another minute to book.

5.0/526 May 2024

Viola • Family Trip

I wanted to experience staying at a traditional ryokan on my first Japan trip, so chose this ryokan after doing much research. We stayed in room 301 which had a private open air onsen. The bath and separate shower were both very clean, the Shiseido shampoo and conditioner provided were wonderful, and the private onsen divine. I used it several times during my one night stay. The water was very warm and stayed warm. We had a kaiseki dinner and breakfast. The presentation was absolutely stunning, and the food varied and delicious. But the best part about this ryokan was the staff. From the receptionist who provided me restaurant recommendations for lunch to the staff who served us our meals, and the staff who helped book us a massage, they could not have been friendlier, more welcoming or more gracious. I happened to mention in an earlier conversation that we were celebrating a college graduation on this trip, and to our surprise they brought us a special dessert with sparklers at the end of our meal, which was so lovely. The ratings on various sites for this ryokan differed, but I give it 4 stars! Thank you to the staff for a truly wonderful experience!

5.0/59 Apr 2024

Kevin • Couple Trip

Wakasa Bettei surprised me as one of my favorite hotels in my 8-day Japan trip. I think it came down to the fact that the premises were cozy and new, the location was serene and close to Todaiji, and the staff were just so friendly. Absolutely gorgeous meals for dinner kaiseki and Japanese-style breakfast too. There's a goofy charm in having a violinist serenade us during dinner, and offering to take photos of us in our ukatas smiling next to their mascot. Both public bath options they offered were so clean and relaxing and not at all crowded. I would not hestitate to stay here again.

5.0/53 Oct 2023

Dave • Couple Trip

Beautiful property and interior design.

5.0/58 Aug 2023

Christopher • Couple Trip

Very welcoming. Very helpful. Most staff knew enough English to get along. We stayed in the annex, where we had the experience of a traditional Japanese inn with delicious Japanese dinners and breakfasts.

5.0/522 Mar 2023

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Absolutely beautiful stay! Staff were all very friendly and attentive and it felt like a true luxury experience. We arrive early with luggage so we could go for a walk and it was all taken to our room by the time we checked in. Minutes away from Nara Park, and would fully recommend booking the private onsen if you can!

5.0/518 Mar 2023

Verified traveler • Family Trip

The food was authentic they serve you meal after meal in waves but it’s all in good portions so you won’t be too full to continue. While you eat dinner they’ll prepare your beds in your room. The room is spacious and there was a balcony, overall a very nice place.

5.0/529 Dec 2022

Haley • Couple Trip

Extremely kind detailed staff. The room was comfortable and had everything we needed for one night and close to the park.

5.0/58 Oct 2019

Steven • Family Trip

I only stayed for 1 night but overall experience was good. Its room is large than most of hotel in Japan. The hotel stuffs are very polite and professional. The breakfast is also very good.

5.0/531 Aug 2019

Aymeric • Couple Trip

Ryokan très calme à deux pas du parc de Nara. Personnel sympathique et accueillant. Bon petit-déjeuner japonais.

5.0/528 Aug 2019

Verified traveler • Trip with Friends

Eccellente esperienza! Hotel curato nei minimi dettagli

5.0/51 Jul 2019

William • Trip with Friends

First and only experience in a Ryokan, and I'm SO glad we did it. It was exactly what I hoped for and more. The staff were so friendly and accommodating and made this a great experience. The onsen baths are really nice and the whole place is so comfortable. They also will help you book a FREE tour of Nara park and the guide will meet at the hotel!

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1 Kitahanda Higashimachi, Nara, Nara-ken, JP

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:00 PM-10:00 AM

Check-out10:00

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
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.
Contactless check-in is available.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

About Wakasa Bettei

Wakasa Bettei Location
When you stay at Wakasa Bettei in Nara, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Nara Park and 6 minutes by foot from Nara Woman's University. This ryokan is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Isui-en Garden and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Nara Prefectural Art Museum.

Wakasa Bettei Facility and Service
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this ryokan include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

Wakasa Bettei Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bidets.

Restaurant and Cafe
At Wakasa Bettei, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Japanese breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee.

Room Type and Price

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 - Sat, 06 Jun 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children