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Sarusawaike Yoshidaya

Ryokan

Takabatake-cho 246

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
17 mentions

The staff were really amazing, friendly and accommodating

The staff are all wonderful and very helpful A ten minute walk from the station…

Great location
13 mentions

Super friendly staff, great location

The location is great, being within easy walking distance to all the sites and m…

Comfortable rooms
10 mentions

The room was spacious and very comfortable, had a great sleep

We had a front room over looking the lake and it was great to sit and watch the …

Breakfast available
3 mentions

The onsen was a great way to relax and the inclusion breakfast was delicious

Breakfast is a traditional Japanese breakfast which may not be to everyone’s tas…

Clean rooms
2 mentions

Everything was clean

Amazing stay, I loved the room, so clean and so many amenities and the best loca…

Parking available
1 mentions

The free parking was great too

Overview

Offering public baths, Sarusawaike Yoshidaya is situated in front of Sarusawa-ike Pond. Kofuku-ji Temple is just a 2-minute walk away. Free WiFi is available on site. Each air-conditioned room includes a seating area, a fridge and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The bathroom comes with free toiletries. Nara Park with Todai-ji temple and Kasuga Taisha are a 15-minute walk from Yoshidaya Sarusawaike. It takes 8 minutes on foot from Kintetsu Nara Train Station, and 15 minutes from JR Nara Station. Guests can request to have meals at least 2 days before arrival. No-fish meals can be arranged upon request.

Traveller reviews

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Deon88

solo_traveller

May 29, 2026

10

I loved everything about the place. The staff were really amazing, friendly and accommodating. The room was spacious and very comfortable, had a great sleep. The room i had came with a lovely view. The onsen was a great way to relax and the inclusion breakfast was delicious. Will definitely be coming back to stay again.

G

Glynn

extended_group

May 11, 2026

10

Staff and facilities were fantastic, our room was large enough for three . We could not falter the hotel at all!

Overall fantstic experience

R

Ramon

extended_group

May 5, 2026

9

Great place to stay in Nara

Super friendly staff, great location. Tried the private onsen. Everything was clean.

H

Harry

couple

April 28, 2026

9

A great traditional ryokan.

Delightful find. A lovely genuine ryokan. We had a front room over looking the lake and it was great to sit and watch the world go by. Very little noise from the road especially in the evening. Breakfast is a traditional Japanese breakfast which may not be to everyone’s taste, but great to try. The location is great, being within easy walking distance to all the sites and many restaurants and bars. The staff are all wonderful and very helpful A ten minute walk from the station - Kintetsu.

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ludovica

family_with_children

April 28, 2026

10

The ryokan is perfectly located between the city and the park. The staff is extremely helpful and kind and the onsen both private and public are the perfect way to relax after a full day walking! Of course you must enjoy the Japanese food and sleeping concept to appreciate your stay! Highly recommended

C

Celestine

family_with_children

April 24, 2026

7

Good stay but choose the rooms with curtains.

Very nice service staff. Location is very near Nara park, lotsa restaurants and the train station. The free parking was great too. Very exquisite breakfast.

G

Georgina

solo_traveller

April 23, 2026

10

The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The honey and yuzu drink they served us upon arrival was delicious!

J

Jon

family_with_children

April 14, 2026

8

Location was great, staff was great, and we enjoyed the private bath as well.

S

Shane

couple

April 3, 2026

10

The staff, location and room were all amazing. Could not have been happier, would recommend anyone coming to Nara to stay here

T

TraversazM

family_with_children

March 22, 2026

8

Full Ryokan experience in the heart of Nara

Nice ryokan experience in the heart of Nara city. Small onsen and tasty food.

T

Tifenn

couple

March 1, 2026

9

Worth the detour, a really great experience!

The dinner in particilar was amazing, the beds were good, the private bath very enjoyable especially with the nice pond view! It was appreciable to have multiple tea sets in the room, with tea and coffee available. And finally, the staff was really friendly and helpful!

J

Jane

couple

January 5, 2026

8

Fabulous location, very friendly staff.

The location is just fabulous. It is so nice being near the pond and having deer walking around. The staff are examples of true Japanese hospitality.

N

Núria

family_with_children

December 27, 2025

10

The location, service, and surroundings are truly impressive. The hotel staff are absolutely delightful and go above and beyond to ensure you feel welcome and well cared for. Highly recommended. It was an unforgettable experience that exceeded all our expectations.

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Ho Sze Ling

family_with_children

December 23, 2025

7

Most memorable are the private onsen and quiet corridors

Quiet surrounding, walking distance from shopping streets and Kintetsu Nara station. Private and public onsen were available for guests. Hotel staffs were polite and ready to assist if needed help

B

Bing

family_with_children

December 20, 2025

10

Happy experience and treated like VIP here

Excellent customer services, very warm welcome from Fumi she’s been wonderful helping us, sweet and kind, thank you. Nice bathing experience with both private and public. Feeling good. Dinner is also a good experience here. Location is perfect.

S

Stephanie

couple

December 15, 2025

10

Amazing, such friendly staff and great location

Amazing stay, I loved the room, so clean and so many amenities and the best location for sightseeing. I would recommend splurging for a room with a bathtub.

J

Jason

family_with_children

December 14, 2025

5

Pte onsen is good but rooms without bathroom is bad.

Staffs are polite.

H

Hunter

couple

November 10, 2025

10

Great stay

Friendly staff, awesome location, great view for our room

D

David

solo_traveller

October 6, 2025

10

Traditional stay overlooking the lake

Traditional Japanese food, friendly staff, view over the lake , amazing bath in the room

L

Louis

couple

October 5, 2025

9

Large rooms with comfortable beds. Great staff. Perfect location.

Facilities

Activities

Massage, Bicycle rental (additional charge), Tour or class about local culture, Public Bath

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Breakfast options

General

WiFi available in all areas, Heating, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Lift, Safety deposit box

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Outdoors

Garden

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Accessible parking

Safety & security

24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available

Services

Ironing service, Vending machine (drinks), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage

Standard Japanese Style Tatami Room with Private Bathroom - Non-Smoking (Up to 4 guests)

The family room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. This family room is air-conditioned and has a seating area with a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a safe deposit box. The unit has 4 futons.

Max 4 guests 34 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Japanese Style Triple Room - Non-Smoking

Offering free toiletries, this triple room includes a shared bathroom with a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. This triple room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max 3 guests 24 1 bedroom 2 bathrooms
Japanese Style Triple Room with Private Bath - Non-Smoking

The spacious triple room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. This triple room has a seating area, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 3 beds.

Max 3 guests 34 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Twin with Semi Open-Air Bathroom and Pond View - Non-Smoking

The spacious twin room features air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 2 guests 38 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Standard Japanese Style Twin Room with Pond View - Non-Smoking

The air-conditioned room includes a seating area and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The bathroom comes with free toiletries.

Max 2 guests 22 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Superior Japanese Style Twin Room - Non-Smoking

The spacious twin room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. This twin room has a seating area, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 2 guests 38 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Standard Japanese Style Room - Non-Smoking (Up to 4 guests)

Providing free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a shared bathroom with a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. This quadruple room is air-conditioned and features a seating area with a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a safe deposit box. The unit offers 4 futons.

Max 4 guests 22 1 bedroom 2 bathrooms
Suite

This suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. This suite is air-conditioned and features a seating area with a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a safe deposit box. The unit offers 2 beds and 3 futons.

Max 5 guests 38 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 22:00
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 10:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease note the fee must be paid upon arrival. Guests arriving after check-in hours must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. If you have any food allergies or cannot eat raw fish, please inform the property in advance. Other dietary requests cannot be accommodated.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 10:43 AM

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Sarusawaike Yoshidaya - 4 Star Hotel in Nara