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Wakasa Bettei

3.0 star property
3-star adults-only ryokan near Nara Park

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Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #403) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)
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Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #403) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)
Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #403) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1 Kitahanda Higashimachi, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8274
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Todaiji Temple
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Nara National Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Japanese Traditional Room - Breakfast Included - (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Japanese Traditional Room - Room Only - (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Japanese Traditional Room : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Japanese Traditional Room : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #403) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #403) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #403) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #301) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #301) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #301) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #303) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #303) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

Japanese Style Room With Open-Air Bath (Room #303) : 2 meals (No Child Allowed, Check in until 7pm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Nara

In historical district.Within a 10-minute walk of the ryokan, you'll find Nara Park and Nara Woman's University. Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall and Nara Prefectural Art Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nara Woman's University - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nara National Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 12 min walk
  • Tanakura Station - 12 min drive
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪京都勝牛 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪PARK桃谷樓 -PARK TOKOKURO- - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪喫茶田川 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪CAFE 下下味亭 - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Wakasa Bettei

3-star adults-only ryokan near Nara Park
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Wakasa Bettei also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nara ryokan.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Wakasa Bettei offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals). This service features separate men and women areas.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,750 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2750 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Wakasa Bettei
Wakasa Bettei Inn
Wakasa Bettei Inn Nara
Wakasa Bettei Nara
Wakasa Bettei Nara
Wakasa Bettei Ryokan
Wakasa Bettei Ryokan Nara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wakasa Bettei to the airport?

Wakasa Bettei is 41 mi (81-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wakasa Bettei?

As of May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wakasa Bettei on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $225, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Wakasa Bettei have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Wakasa Bettei.

Does Wakasa Bettei offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Wakasa Bettei, but Japanese breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 2750 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Wakasa Bettei?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Wakasa Bettei?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Wakasa Bettei?

This ryokan offers free self parking. Extended parking is available for a fee.

Does Wakasa Bettei have a pool?

Wakasa Bettei does not have a pool.

Does Wakasa Bettei have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Wakasa Bettei have a spa?

This ryokan doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Wakasa Bettei to downtown Nara?

Wakasa Bettei is 1.7 mi away from Nara.

Wakasa Bettei Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 112 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

vincent, RIO GRANDE

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Przemyslaw

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Charlene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are fabulous, very attentive and customer focused. We had an outdoor private bath which was wonderful and highly recommended. Our one complaint is the beds (futon) they were very thin and hard. We did not sleep well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kenenna

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viola

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Yann

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pranav

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave, Waipahu

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and interior design.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Experience a luxurious Japanese inn

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful stay!

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!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Kyoto location

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Eddy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Extremely kind detailed staff. The room was comfortable and had everything we needed for one night and close to the park.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Wallace

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Reem

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Great location but weird staff

I was disappointed that, the reception want to charge me 2500 yen for an 45 min delay in the sign out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome!

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!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Athena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Come for the keiseki not the spa

I went with my mom and sister. The room was adequate, very spacious and relaxing. The service was spectacular. I read many reviews before coming and was worried about what people said (not worth the price and spa was overrated). It was a little on the pricier side but the dinner and breakfast experience were amazing, so filling and delicious. I feel like the overrated parts were the personal tub and the public bath. Very simple.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019