ゲゲストI stayed at the Nara Visitor Center Inn in november and I had a fantastic time, I ended up extending my stay one more night in Nara. Perhaps the big plus of the hotel is the visitor center where they offer tons of activities (I wore a ninja costume and kimono and learned hosw to write my name in Kanji :) Also, I got a card from the front office with a really nice note, what a great gesture. I needed help for different matters and people at the front desk were always very helpful, specially the young man wearing glasses (can't remember his name), not mentionning Yuna who gave me great diner recommendations and her english was superb
On my inaugural visit to Nara City, I enjoyed staying at “Toyoko Inn Kintetsu Nara Ekimae.” The hotel’s proximity to the train and bus stations made transportation incredibly convenient. The staff’s smiles were ever-present, and their eagerness to assist guests was commendable. The cleanliness of the rooms, coupled with the presence of windows, allowed for a scenic view of the outside world and the sunlight to grace the room’s interior—a rarity among business hotels. The breakfast buffet offered a selection of Western foods and highlighted some local specialties. All of this came at a reasonable price, providing a quality, comfortable experience that left a lasting impression.
We enjoyed our stay at this ryokan. It is well located to visit Nara. The room was very simple but this is part of the experience, and the staff had installed our futons during diner which was a nice touch. We had the kaiseki diner menu and breakfast included in our package, and it was a very interesting experience but it is not for Occidental people afraid of going out of their comfort zone… The staff was very obliging despite the language barrier. It’s important to note that the pagoda will be under renovation until 2031, we were informed before booking and we appreciated it. The lack of explanation on how things work at the ryokan is a bit problematic, like the dress code, or that the access to the rooftop is subject to a fee but without knowing what is included in this price…