Best around Nara Spot List

Conveniently located near Nara's business and tourist attractions, yet far enough away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Novotel Nara is an ideal base for enjoying the tranquility of Japan's ancient capital. Novotel Nara has 264 modern rooms and is an 8-minute walk from Shin-Omiya Station. It is located along the Saho River, known for its beautiful cherry blossom trees. The hotel offers multiple wellness facilities, an all-day dining restaurant, an executive lounge, and a rooftop terrace with a bar offering views of Nara, making it a comfortable place for families with small children.

This is a Japanese restaurant in a hotel, where a talented master chef prepares the dishes. If you visit the restaurant for lunch, be sure to try the Yamato nabe gozen (2,400 JPY) that's served in a small pot for one person. The Yamato nikudori (chicken) and Yamato imo (Japanese slimy potato) fried dumplings are stewed in the soup made of chicken stock with soy milk and cow's milk, providing the delicious, mild taste that will keep you coming back for more.