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Guesthouse MakuravsHotel Fujita Nara
Both properties are endorsed by expert reviewers. On balance, Hotel Fujita Nara is preferred by most professionals compared to Guesthouse Makura. Hotel Fujita Nara comes in at #4 in Nara with approval from 3 reviewers including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.
Guesthouse Makura
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet
27-1 Imamikadocho, Nara, Nara Prefecture 630-8374
From $23/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
"This atmospheric stunner in Naramachi has just three quiet guest rooms in a one-time Edo-period ink-maker's workshop." Full review
"In Naramachi and close to the sights, Guesthouse Makura occupies a 90-year-old wooden machiya...it's very well-maintained and the English-speaking owner goes out of his way to make guests feel at home" Full review
Hotel Fujita Nara
Michelin Guide
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
47-1 Shimo-Sanjocho, Nara, Nara Prefecture 630-8236
From $96/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
"The lobby is beautifully lit by pale-pink lighting that descends from the ceiling in a graceful curve and recalls the wisteria blossoms in Kasuga Taisha shrine."
"Centrally situated between JR Nara Station and Nara Park, this modern hotel is often the best deal in town." Full review
"Right smack in downtown Nara and close to both main train stations, this efficient midrange hotel hits all the right notes: clean rooms, reasonable prices and some English-speaking staff." Full review