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TsubakisovsSeikanso
Both Tsubakiso and Seikanso are endorsed by travel writers. Overall, Seikanso scores significantly better than Tsubakiso. Seikanso scores 81 with accolades from 4 publications including Frommer's, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
Tsubakiso
Fodor's
35 Tsubaicho, Nara, Nara Prefecture 630-8343
From $195/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Air Conditioning
- Fax / photocopying
- Baggage storage
Fodor's "Friendly service and delicious meals make for a relaxed stay... Tsubakiso is down a quiet side street in central Nara, about a 10-minute walk from either of the main train stations." Full review
Seikanso Fodor's
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness Frommer's
29 Higashi Kitsuji-cho, Nara, Nara Prefecture 630-8327
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Air Conditioning
Fodor's "Of the many inexpensive, small ryokan in Nara-machi, this family-run establishment is the best pick for its spotless rooms and attentive service." Full review
Frommer's "This is a lovely choice in inexpensive Japanese-style accommodations." Full review
Lonely Planet "This traditional ryokan has reasonable rates and a good Naramachi location. The rooms are clean and spacious with shared bathrooms and a large communal bathtub."
DK Eyewitness "Conveniently positioned in the center of Nara, Ryokan Seikan-so is close to major tourist attractions such as Kasuga Shrine, Todai-ji Temple and Kofuku-ji Temple... Helpful, English-speaking staff."
Frommer's "A lovely choice in inexpensive Japanese-style accommodations, this former geisha house boasts a beautiful garden, complete with azalea bushes and manicured trees—the kind of garden usually found only at ryokan costing twice as much" Full review
