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About this property
Wakasa Annex features an outdoor hot public bath and free WiFi. Other facilities include a 24-hour reception, drinks vending machines and free parking. Todai-ji Temple is only an 8-minute walk. Soundproof rooms feature a serene interior with a tatami (woven-straw) floor, low furniture and shoji paper screens. Amenities include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge and toiletries. Guests sleep in Japanese futon bedding, and the rooms come with an all-wooden bathroom. Luggage storage is offered before and after check-in/check-out. English maps for exploring the area are available, and the property staff organises free tours guided in English for staying guests. Annex Wakasa serves Japanese cuisine for breakfast and dinner at the dining area. Dinner is a traditional kaiseki multi-course meal featuring seasonal dishes. The hotel is an 8-minute walk from Japanese garden Isui-en, and a 15-minute walk from Nara Park. Nara Train Station is a 12-minute walk, while Kansai Airport is 80 minutes by bus.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Property highlights
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Situated in the best rated area in Nara, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4
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Free private parking available on-site
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Public Bath
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Marc
Australia“We loved the ambience of these premises. Very serene from the moment we came in when we were greeted with a delicious welcome drink. We really enjoyed the vibe of the rooftop garden at night.” - Douglas Australia“Traditional Japanese breakfast was if a very high Stan standard and the service could not be faulted”
- Tianxiang
China“Impressive japan-style room decorated with Nara deer furniture that makes us immense into real Japan culture” - Massimiliano
Italy“The warm welcome and the characteristic japanese atmosphere of a ryokan.” - Dave Australia“Clean, comfy, lovely baths, close to everything and yummy breakfast.”
- Vasja
Iceland“Everything exceptional, with big care for every single guest. One of my top rated places, where i stayed. I can just say - Thank you for all!” - Ellie Australia“This place is amazing. The staff are so attentive and helpful and the onsen is lovely. The whole place has a very welcoming, relaxing vibe. It is beautiful.”
- Lg
Canada“From the very first moment we arrived, we were blown away by the beautiful decor/landscaping and hospitable staff. The staff member(s) were excellent in explaining how to stay in a ryokan (as visitors with no experience, this was very helpful) by...” - Chai
Singapore“it went more than well.... I can't think of anything I do not like. If I come to Nara again , will definitely stay again.” - Ira23
United Kingdom“everything about the place food and the experience”
Hosted by Naohiro Shimotani
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- レストラン #1
- CuisineAsian
- AmbianceTraditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsGluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Children 12 years and younger cannot be accommodated at this hotel. Please note that adult rates are applicable to children 13 years and older. Please contact the property for more details.
Guests arriving after check-in hours (22:00) must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. If the property is not informed, the booking may be treated as a no show.
Guests with half-board reservation must check in before 19:00 to eat dinner at the property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner and no refund will be given.
Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.
Please contact the property directly for any details regarding the guided English tours. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
