List of new hotels and hot spring inns in Nara Prefecture: Nara City, Oji, Kashihara, Tenri

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New hotels in Nara / 나라의 새로운 호텔 / 奈良新開幕飯店 / 日本語

"A new hotel is opening!"
We have listed information on new hotels, hot spring inns, and renovated facilities opening in Nara Prefecture, including Nara City, Oji, Kashihara, and Tenri, organized by city and area. From accommodations that allow you to experience the charm of Nara Prefecture to your everyday business hotel.
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

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[New hotel opening information in Nara Prefecture]

Nara City

Hoshinoya Nara Prison
Novotel Nara
Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara
Iroha Grand Hotel Kintetsu Nara Station
APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Station
Hotel Tenpyo Naramachi
AN-GRANDE Hotel Nara
Henn na Hotel Premier Nara
JW Marriott Hotel Nara
Fufu Nara
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara

Yamazoe Village

Ume, Yamazoe

Oji Town

Toyoko Inn Naraoji Station South Exit

Tenri City

Toyoko Inn Tenri Station
Fairfield by Marriott Nara Tenriyama-no-Henomichi

Sakurai City

Hotel Nara Sakurainosato
Hotel Route Inn Sakurai Ekimae

Kashihara City

Grand Mercure Nara Kashihara

Tawara Town

Tawaramoto Maruto Soy Sauce

Kamikitayama Village

Forest Kamiki

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New Hotel in Nara City

Nara is the heart of Nara tourism, home to numerous World Heritage sites and cultural properties such as Todai-ji Temple, Kofuku-ji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and Nara Park. Nara Park, where deer roam freely, is extremely popular with foreign tourists, and in recent years, there has been a surge in the opening of luxury hotels by foreign companies. With plenty of accommodations within walking distance of JR Nara Station and Kintetsu Nara Station, you can enjoy a historical experience that might be too short for a day trip from Osaka or Kyoto by staying overnight.

Hoshinoya Nara Prison: HOSHINOYA NARA KANGOKU; Opening in spring 2026; Hoshino Resorts Openings and Renovations | Hoshino Resorts Official Website; Japan's first luxury hotel housed in a former prison, an important cultural property

Novotel Nara: NOVOTEL NARA; Opening September 4, 2024; A 10-minute walk from Shin-Omiya Station. A premium lounge with a spacious outdoor terrace and bar on the top floor.; Rooftop Terrace
Rooftop terrace (rooftop bar) with a panoramic view of Nara's beautiful mountains; Recommended accommodation plans
Early Bird Plan
Special rate for reservations made 30 days in advance! Experience the new charms of Nara at a newly opened hotel in September 2012 (breakfast included) [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [JTB]reservation I'm so happy when there's a limited-time sale! Limited-time sale [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; [JTB] Travel by Shinkansen
[JTB] Airplane Pack; Novotel Nara [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.; Hotel restaurant reservations and time sales
Italian restaurant that incorporates Nara's food culture.Trattoria Ponte NaraMake a reservation for " [Ikyu Restaurant]; Design and service that allows you to experience history and culture with all five senses [Jalan.net]

Shisui Luxury Collection Hotel Nara (Marriott official website): Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara
The former governor's residence will be renovated and will open on August 29, 2023. Yoshikien Garden Surrounding Area Preservation, Management and Utilization Project (west end of Nara Park)
23 rooms, including suites, have hot spring baths/open-air hot spring baths; Recommended accommodation plans
Gastronomy Journey Plan
[2-Meal Plan] A Gastronomy Journey Inspired by Nara's Food Traditions and Culture [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [Expedia]Reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation

You can also receive benefits from Marriott Bonvoy, the membership program offered by the Marriott Group, on Rakuten Travel.; Book a hotel and Shinkansen [Rakuten Travel]; JAL Jalan.net Pack Plan with Air Ticket
ANA Jalan.net Pack Plan with Air Ticket; A hotel located on the western edge of Nara Park, surrounded by World Heritage sites and abundant nature. [Jalan.net]; Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.; Great for lunch too! Hotel restaurant reservations
A unique gastronomy journey that will shake your body, mind and spirit.MidorihaMake a reservation for " [Ikyu Restaurant]

Iroha Grand Hotel Kintetsu Nara Station: IROHA GRAND HOTEL Kintetsu-Nara; Opening July 1, 2022; A business hotel located 2 minutes walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. All rooms equipped with Simmons beds. A restaurant where you can enjoy seasonal ingredients sourced from all over Japan.; Day Trips/Day Use/Telework Support [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [JTB]reservation; JAL Jalan.net Pack Plan with Air Ticket
ANA Jalan.net Pack Plan with Air Ticket
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APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Station: Opening September 22, 2021; A business hotel just a 3-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station (Exit 4) on the Kintetsu Nara Line. All rooms are non-smoking.; Day Trips/Day Use/Telework Support [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [JTB]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; APA Hotel Kintetsu Nara Station [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
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Hotel Tenpyo Naramachi: Opening April 14, 2021; Conveniently located in front of Sarusawa Pond, it is a base for sightseeing in Naramachi. It is home to Gallery Tenpyo Naramachi.; [Jalan.net]reservation [JTB]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
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AN-GRANDE Hotel Nara: Opening November 2020; 1 minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station; [Jalan.net]reservation [JTB]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; AN-GRANDE Hotel Nara [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.

Henn na Hotel Premier Nara: Opening October 1, 2020; 2 minutes walk from Kintetsu Nara Station, within walking distance of famous sites such as Nara Park; [Jalan.net]reservation [JTB]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation; Henn na Hotel Premier Nara [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]

Henn na Hotel Nara [Book through Agoda]

JW Marriott Hotel Nara (Marriott official website): Opening July 22, 2020; The finest luxury hotel in Japan arrives in the ancient capital of Nara; Omiya Street New Hotel and Exchange Hub Project; [Jalan.net]reservation [JTB]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation

You can also receive benefits from Marriott Bonvoy, the membership program offered by the Marriott Group, on Rakuten Travel.; JW Marriott Hotel Nara [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.; Great for lunch too! Hotel restaurant reservations

Enjoy a colorful dish that captures the four seasons in a sophisticated and elegant space. ALL DAY DINING RESTAURANT SILK ROAD DINING Make a reservation at [Ikyu Restaurant]; [JTB] Travel by Shinkansen; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
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Fufu Nara: Opened June 5, 2020; A small luxury resort in Nara Park. A hotel designed by Kengo Kuma.; Fufu Nara"All 30 guest rooms, surrounded by trees, are suites equipped with open-air baths on the terrace." [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption. Point Discount; [JTB]reservation [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; [JTB] Travel by Shinkansen; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
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Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara: Opened March 1, 2020; Formerly: Daiwa Royal Hotel D-PREMIUM Nara; Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nara [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.; [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [JTB]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; [JTB] Travel by Shinkansen; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]

New Hotel in Yamazoe Village

This small mountain village is located in the northeastern part of Nara Prefecture, on the border with Mie Prefecture. It is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yamato Plateau, the sacred mountain of the National Treasure Yamato Shrine. You can enjoy nature-based accommodations such as farm stays and glamping facilities.

Ume, Yamazoe: Opening in March 2020; Yamazoe Village, Okuyamato Region, Nara Prefecture. Authentic Finnish-style sauna "ume,sauna" available.; Hotel Ume, Yamazoe in Yamazoe Village, Nara Prefecture, has launched a new plan for people with disabilities or illnesses | "Colocal" Learn, live and travel locally; [Jalan.net]reservation [Relux]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; ume, yamazoe [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.

New Hotel in Oji Town

Located in northwestern Nara Prefecture and bordering Osaka Prefecture, Oji is a transportation hub. With Oji Station, where the JR Yamatoji Line, Kintetsu Tawaramoto Line, and Kintetsu Ikoma Line intersect, it offers convenient access to both Osaka and Nara city. It's also a cost-effective choice for accommodation when sightseeing in Nara.

Toyoko Inn Naraoji Station South Exit: Opening August 29, 2020; 3 minutes walk from the south exit of Oji Station on the Kansai Main Line. Close to Higashi Osaka; [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Jalan.net]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [JTB]reservation; Toyoko Inn Naraoji Station South Exit [Rakuten Travel]; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]

New Hotel in Tenri City

Tenri is a unique religious city home to Tenri University and the headquarters of the Tenrikyo religion. As a sacred site for Tenrikyo, it attracts worshippers from all over Japan, while also offering a wealth of historical sightseeing opportunities, including Isonokami Shrine (one of Japan's oldest shrines) and the Yamanobe-no-michi Road (one of Japan's oldest roads).

Toyoko Inn Tenri Station: Opening October 20, 2023; Recommended accommodation plans
Toyoko Inn Standard Plan
Perfect for business trips, telework, and leisure! Toyoko Inn Standard Plan Non-smoking Wide Space Single [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [JTB]reservation I'm happy when there's a limited-time sale! Limited-time sale; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]; Conveniently located just a one-minute walk from Tenri Station [Jalan.net]; A list of popular, affordable business hotel chains nationwide
If you want to reduce travel and business trip expenses. Also suitable for solo travel and fan trips.

Fairfield by Marriott Nara Tenriyamanohe no Michi (Marriott official website): Fairfield by Marriott Nara Tenri Yamanobenomichi; Opening March 21, 2022; Somanouchi Town, Tenri City, Nara Prefecture; Nara Historical, Art and Cultural Village
Selected as a key "roadside station" by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism; [Jalan.net]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Expedia]Reservation

You can also receive benefits from Marriott Bonvoy, the membership program offered by the Marriott Group, on Rakuten Travel.; Fairfield by Marriott Nara Tenriyama-no-Henomichi [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.; [Hometown Tax Donation] Fairfield by Marriott Nara Tenriyama Nohe no Michi Accommodation Voucher (meals not included) [1385049] [Rakuten Hometown Tax Donation]; List of "Roadside Stations where you can stay" nationwide, including Fairfield by Marriott Hotels
There are even hotels where you can stay with your pet!

New Hotel in Sakurai City

This city in southern Nara Prefecture is home to Mount Miwa, Omiwa Shrine (said to be the oldest shrine in Japan), and Hase-dera Temple (famous for its peonies and the eighth temple on the Saigoku Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage). It is also the starting point of the Yamanobe-no-michi trail, attracting many history-loving walkers.

Hotel Nara Sakurainosato: Opening September 3, 2022; It also serves as the seminar house for the Nara International College of Food and Agriculture (NAFIC). The concept is "Enjoying Nara's food and agriculture."; [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [JTB]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]; Yamato vegetables and branded ingredients are carefully prepared without being overly embellished to convey tradition and food culture. [Jalan.net]

Hotel Route Inn Sakurai Ekimae: Opening January 31, 2020; 1 minute walk from JR Kintetsu Sakurai Station; Hotel Route Inn Sakurai Ekimae [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.; [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [JTB]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]; [JTB] Travel by Shinkansen; A list of popular, affordable business hotel chains nationwide
If you want to reduce travel and business trip expenses. Also suitable for solo travel and fan trips.

New hotel in Kashihara City

This city in southern Nara Prefecture is home to numerous historical sites associated with the ancient Yamato Kingdom, including Kashihara Shrine (where Emperor Jimmu is said to have ascended the throne), Asuka, and the Fujiwara-kyo ruins. Kashihara-jingumae Station on the Kintetsu Kashihara Line and Minami-Osaka Line is the city center and serves as a tourist hub for Asuka Village and the Yoshino area.

Grand Mercure Nara Kashihara: Grand Mercure Nara Kashihara; Formerly known as THE KASHIHARA, it will be rebranded and reopened on April 1, 2024; An urban resort hotel conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from the east exit of Kintetsu Kashihara-Jingu-mae Station.; The all-inclusive plan includes dinner, breakfast, drinks and snacks in the lounge, a large public bath, and activities.; Recommended accommodation plans
Early bird plan
[Early bird discount 3] A private space filled with the spirit of good old Japan <Breakfast buffet and lounge access included> [Jalan.net]; Recommended accommodation plans
Four Temple Pilgrimage Plan
[Family Pilgrimage to Four Temples] A pilgrimage to the four temples of Nara and Yamato, with a joint admission ticket (dinner and breakfast included, all-inclusive) [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [JTB]reservation I'm happy when there's a limited-time sale! Limited-time sale　; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and Shinkansen [Rakuten Travel]; Kashihara no Yu. 1 minute walk from the east exit of Kintetsu Kashihara Jingu-mae Station [Jalan.net]; Grand Mercure Nara Kashihara [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.; Accor reward points can be exchanged for Rakuten points [Official]
Grand Mercure/Mercure to open in spring 2024 [Official]

Grand Mercure Nara Kashihara [Book with Agoda]

New Hotel in Tawaramoto Town

A small town in central Nara Prefecture. It is a historical town with the Karako-Kagi archaeological site (famous for its reconstructed watchtower), a large settlement from the Yayoi period, and is located in the heart of the agricultural area of the Nara Basin.

NIPPONIA Tawaramoto Maruto Soy Sauce: Opened on August 20, 2020; Maruto Soy Sauce, the oldest soy sauce brewery in Nara Prefecture, has been reborn as a soy sauce brewery where you can stay overnight.; [Jalan.net]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [JTB]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation; NIPPONIA Tawaramoto Maruto Soy Sauce [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.; Great for lunch too! Hotel restaurant reservations

Enjoy soy sauce dishes made with local vegetables at the oldest soy sauce brewery in Nara Prefecture "Maruto Soy Sauce Brewery Cuisine" Make a reservation at [Ikyu Restaurant]

New hotel in Kamikitayama Village

Located deep in the mountains of the Omine mountain range in southern Nara Prefecture, this village is home to a trailhead for Mount Odaigahara (a region known for its heavy rainfall, primeval forests, and clusters of white azaleas) and serves as a base for ascetic monks and hikers walking the Kumano Kodo and Okugake trails. The area is dotted with hot springs and accommodations that give it a secluded, hidden-away feel.

Forest Kamiki: Opening June 1, 2020; Opposite the roadside station "Yoshinojikami Kitayama"; It also has a restaurant and a day spa. The area is surrounded by nature, including the UNESCO Eco Park "Odaigahara" and the World Heritage Site "Omine Okugake Trail".; [Jalan.net]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation; Forest Kamikita [Rakuten Travel]; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
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Yahoo! Travel: Popular accommodations in Nara that have been open for less than a year. You can narrow down your search by criteria such as reviews of 4.5 or higher, points earned, breakfast included, whether or not there is a large public bath, hot springs, or rooms with open-air baths.
IKYU.com: Popular accommodations in Nara that have been open for less than a year. You can narrow down your search by conditions such as stunning views, dinner in your room, large public baths, saunas, baby-friendly accommodations, good value for money, and vacation rentals.
Rakuten Travel: Get there by plane! New accommodations opening after 2024
JTB: Newly opened and renovated hotels and inns
Rurubu.travel(JTB): We will introduce hotels and inns that will be opening or reopening after renovation between 2023 and 2025. Enjoy the latest facilities and services along with the unique atmosphere of a newly renovated hotel.
Kinki Nippon Tourist: We will introduce newly opened hotels and inns across Japan within the last two years, categorized by age. Enjoy a luxurious stay in a new space.

*Please note that the name and opening date are subject to change.

新しいホテルの予約開始時期は：すでに営業中のホテルはおよそ1年前から予約可能ですが、新しいホテルは開業の2〜3ヶ月前にならないと予約が始まらないケースもあります。こまめなチェックをおすすめします。

Booking Info: While established hotels typically accept reservations up to a year in advance, newly opening hotels may not begin taking bookings until 2–3 months before their opening date. We recommend checking back regularly for updates.

預訂資訊：現有飯店通常可提前約一年預訂，但新開幕的飯店有時要到開業前2〜3個月才會開放預約。建議您定期查看最新資訊。

예약 정보: 기존 호텔은 약 1년 전부터 예약이 가능하지만, 신규 오픈 호텔은 개업 2〜3개월 전까지 예약이 시작되지 않는 경우도 있습니다. 자주 확인하시기 바랍니다.