Is parking available at the hotel?

Self-parking is available on-site for a fee of JPY 2000 per day. Valet parking is also offered at a fee of JPY 5000 per day. Nearby parking is available for JPY 1000 per day, located 328 feet away.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee of approximately JPY 5693 for adults and JPY 2910 for children.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. However, specific details regarding room accessibility may need to be confirmed directly with the hotel.

What is the hotel's location in relation to nearby attractions?

The hotel is located within a 5-minute drive of Nara Park and Suzakumon Square. It is approximately 0.8 miles from Kairyuoji Temple and 0.9 miles from Heijo Palace, making it a convenient base for exploring the area.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, the hotel features an indoor swimming pool. Pool access is available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What are the policies regarding children staying at the hotel?

Children are allowed to stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding. Specific age limits or additional policies may apply.

What are the policies for extra beds or cribs?

The hotel offers rollaway beds for a fee of JPY 12650 per night. Advance request or confirmation may be required for availability.

JW Marriott Hotel Nara, Japan

Average nightly price at JW Marriott Hotel Nara by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$285
February	US$282
March	US$318
April	US$329
May	US$299
June	US$274
July	US$225
August	US$249
September	US$262
October	US$361
November	US$338
December	US$281

What guests think

Across recent reviews of JW Marriott Hotel Nara, guests highlight spacious rooms, modern facilities like the pool and spa, and a relaxing atmosphere; the out-of-center location is balanced by a convenient shuttle and nearby bus connections.

Staff are widely described as friendly and accommodating, though a few guests reported inconsistent training or curt interactions, including at the spa and during check-in. Cleanliness standards are generally high throughout the hotel. Breakfast earns repeated praise for quality and variety, while dinner quality and value feel inconsistent. Overall, expect a polished, relaxing base in Nara.

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Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

Modern facilities include a pool, spa and sauna, plus a well stocked bar; several guests also appreciated the free shuttle to the station and tourist areas.

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10

chinching

19 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 3 nights

在奈良的優質飯店，無論客房乾淨舒適和人員服務都是一流。飯店提供接駁車到JR火車站和奈良飯店。

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Chen-Hsun

8 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is my first time to Nara. This is my favorite hotel I have stayed at this year. The hotel staff are very friendly and kind. If we arrive early, they will give me a room in advance. It is also good to use the swimming pool. The key point is next time I will still stay in this hotel when I come here.

10

Pui Ying Rosalia

1 Jun 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

Great hotel! Very new and with all you want to have around the hotel. Nice breakfast, nice staff who can speak good English! Very comfortable beds in a spacious room.

10

BRADLEY

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The facilities were very modern and clean, and the staff was very attentive and helpful. We will certainly decide to stay at the JW Marriott Hotel Nara again in the future.

10

Kenichi

9 Oct 2022

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Stayed 4 nights

A wonderful, new hotel in Nara. One of the few high-end hotels there, competing against Nara Hotel. In contrast to the stodgy competitor, JW Marriott is very modern with traditional Japanese aesthetic.

10

Hiroyuki

9 May 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Quietly sitting away from the hustle of sightseeing center around Nara Park, this is a new, relaxing and more luxurious property in this city increasingly popular with international travelers. The room was spacious enough for property in Japan and spa was nice. The front restaurant was filled in the morning for breakfast, and we ate breakfast in the bar area next to the restaurant. The staff means well but requires more training to bring the service to 4 or 5 star level.

10

Cris

31 Mar 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Excelente atención y hermosa propiedad.

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Derek

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel. Excellent staff. Very clean room with comfortable bed and bedding. Terrific buffet breakfast. Many high quality options. Free shuttle to and from the main tourist area and train station.

10

Kevin

26 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

I will start by saying I normally find premium brands of hotel chains not great value for price. But not the JW Marriott Nara! From the minute we checked in the service and hospitality was tremendous. Even the smell of the hotel was unique and comforting. One of my travel partners bought some of their air “therapy” to take home. Our room was luxurious without being over the top. Amenities like sauna, jacuzzi and pool felt like we were in a high end resort somewhere. The breakfast was fresh with a lot of variety. And lets say the foam “baby deer” on our coffee had my wife wanting to take the barista home. The bar was well stocked and wine choice excellent. A little pricey, but expected. I would highly recommend you stay here when in Nara. We will certainly return!

10

Joe

1 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Wonderful hotel and experience.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and public areas are repeatedly described as very clean.

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10

chinching

19 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 3 nights

在奈良的優質飯店，無論客房乾淨舒適和人員服務都是一流。飯店提供接駁車到JR火車站和奈良飯店。

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Satomi

4 Nov 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

清潔で最高のおもてなしで満足でした。特に，朝食は，他のホテルと比べてもさすが，マリオットホテルだかあって，内容が充実しております！ありがとうございました。

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Toshio

6 May 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

施設とホスピタリティは最高でした。３点だけ、気になり。校倉のディナーで頼んだ赤ワインのグラスにホコリが沢山ついていました。一杯3千円以上取るワインなので、出す前に確認されたいです。もう一点、これは仕方ないですが幹線道路沿なので、夜に暴走族と思しい騒音や、横断歩道の音などが思ってたよりも気になりました。カーテンの上や下の隙間があり、自然光で起こされる感じでした。シーズンによっては困るので、東向きの部屋だけでも、こちらご検討されてみてはと思います。

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10

Pui Ying Rosalia

1 Jun 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

Great hotel! Very new and with all you want to have around the hotel. Nice breakfast, nice staff who can speak good English! Very comfortable beds in a spacious room.

10

BRADLEY

14 Jul 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

The facilities were very modern and clean, and the staff was very attentive and helpful. We will certainly decide to stay at the JW Marriott Hotel Nara again in the future.

10

Yaxin

5 Nov 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

房间通风有点异味其他都还好

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Isabel

29 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The food was a major disappointment. Dinner options were poorly executed and lacked freshness or flavor, which was surprising given the quality of food available everywhere else in Japan. The only bright spot was breakfast, which was consistently good and well organized. Service was another weak point. The spa attendants, in particular, were curt and noticeably indifferent. Instead of the warm hospitality we’ve experienced at other Marriott locations, the interactions felt transactional and dismissive. Overall, this hotel needs significant attention, both in service training and property maintenance. With so many excellent options in Nara, we cannot recommend this location in its current condition.

10

YUKIHITO

17 Jan 2022

·

Stayed 1 night

チェックイン、アウトともスピーディに行われました。部屋も清潔で、インテリアもノイズが少なく、スタイリッシュなお部屋でした。浴槽はフルのバスタブで、浴室にはレインシャワーもあり、快適でした。ターンダウン時にピローミストを置いてくれており、香りを愉しみながらゆっくり休むことができました。今回は素泊まりでしたが、次回はレストランも利用してみたいと思います。非常に満足できたステイでした。

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Derek

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel. Excellent staff. Very clean room with comfortable bed and bedding. Terrific buffet breakfast. Many high quality options. Free shuttle to and from the main tourist area and train station.

10

Thomas

2 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Finding a place that offers all these features is truly wonderful. The fact that it's small and clean creates a comfortable atmosphere, making it inviting. Proximity to good eating joints and convenient transport options adds significant value to the experience. Furthermore, the presence of great staff enhances the overall quality of the place. Therefore, such an establishment provides a well-rounded and enjoyable experience.

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious, comfortable, and stylish, with features like full bathtubs and rain showers.

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Fen Lan

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

飯店設計舒適、服務很好

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Toshio

6 May 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

施設とホスピタリティは最高でした。３点だけ、気になり。校倉のディナーで頼んだ赤ワインのグラスにホコリが沢山ついていました。一杯3千円以上取るワインなので、出す前に確認されたいです。もう一点、これは仕方ないですが幹線道路沿なので、夜に暴走族と思しい騒音や、横断歩道の音などが思ってたよりも気になりました。カーテンの上や下の隙間があり、自然光で起こされる感じでした。シーズンによっては困るので、東向きの部屋だけでも、こちらご検討されてみてはと思います。

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10

Pui Ying Rosalia

1 Jun 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

Great hotel! Very new and with all you want to have around the hotel. Nice breakfast, nice staff who can speak good English! Very comfortable beds in a spacious room.

10

Kenichi

9 Oct 2022

·

Stayed 4 nights

A wonderful, new hotel in Nara. One of the few high-end hotels there, competing against Nara Hotel. In contrast to the stodgy competitor, JW Marriott is very modern with traditional Japanese aesthetic.

10

Susan

18 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is about 2 miles away from Nara Park but in terms of other options it’s the best there is for location and with that you also get a beautiful hotel, lovely, kind staff and an amazing room!

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YUKIHITO

17 Jan 2022

·

Stayed 1 night

チェックイン、アウトともスピーディに行われました。部屋も清潔で、インテリアもノイズが少なく、スタイリッシュなお部屋でした。浴槽はフルのバスタブで、浴室にはレインシャワーもあり、快適でした。ターンダウン時にピローミストを置いてくれており、香りを愉しみながらゆっくり休むことができました。今回は素泊まりでしたが、次回はレストランも利用してみたいと思います。非常に満足できたステイでした。

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Hiroyuki

9 May 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Quietly sitting away from the hustle of sightseeing center around Nara Park, this is a new, relaxing and more luxurious property in this city increasingly popular with international travelers. The room was spacious enough for property in Japan and spa was nice. The front restaurant was filled in the morning for breakfast, and we ate breakfast in the bar area next to the restaurant. The staff means well but requires more training to bring the service to 4 or 5 star level.

10

Derek

23 Nov 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel. Excellent staff. Very clean room with comfortable bed and bedding. Terrific buffet breakfast. Many high quality options. Free shuttle to and from the main tourist area and train station.

10

Kevin

26 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

I will start by saying I normally find premium brands of hotel chains not great value for price. But not the JW Marriott Nara! From the minute we checked in the service and hospitality was tremendous. Even the smell of the hotel was unique and comforting. One of my travel partners bought some of their air “therapy” to take home. Our room was luxurious without being over the top. Amenities like sauna, jacuzzi and pool felt like we were in a high end resort somewhere. The breakfast was fresh with a lot of variety. And lets say the foam “baby deer” on our coffee had my wife wanting to take the barista home. The bar was well stocked and wine choice excellent. A little pricey, but expected. I would highly recommend you stay here when in Nara. We will certainly return!

10

Tomomi

15 Dec 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

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Service

Service is commonly praised as friendly and helpful, though several reviews note inconsistent training or curt interactions, especially at the spa or during check-in.

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Fen Lan

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

飯店設計舒適、服務很好

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David

5 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a wonderful hotel! The thing that stands out here is the service from the hotel staff - from the lovely Uzbek man who checked us in through to the breakfast team in the restaurant. They are all amazing. Thank you!

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BRADLEY

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The facilities were very modern and clean, and the staff was very attentive and helpful. We will certainly decide to stay at the JW Marriott Hotel Nara again in the future.

6

Isabel

29 Nov 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

The food was a major disappointment. Dinner options were poorly executed and lacked freshness or flavor, which was surprising given the quality of food available everywhere else in Japan. The only bright spot was breakfast, which was consistently good and well organized. Service was another weak point. The spa attendants, in particular, were curt and noticeably indifferent. Instead of the warm hospitality we’ve experienced at other Marriott locations, the interactions felt transactional and dismissive. Overall, this hotel needs significant attention, both in service training and property maintenance. With so many excellent options in Nara, we cannot recommend this location in its current condition.

10

YUKIHITO

17 Jan 2022

·

Stayed 1 night

チェックイン、アウトともスピーディに行われました。部屋も清潔で、インテリアもノイズが少なく、スタイリッシュなお部屋でした。浴槽はフルのバスタブで、浴室にはレインシャワーもあり、快適でした。ターンダウン時にピローミストを置いてくれており、香りを愉しみながらゆっくり休むことができました。今回は素泊まりでしたが、次回はレストランも利用してみたいと思います。非常に満足できたステイでした。

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10

Hiroyuki

9 May 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Quietly sitting away from the hustle of sightseeing center around Nara Park, this is a new, relaxing and more luxurious property in this city increasingly popular with international travelers. The room was spacious enough for property in Japan and spa was nice. The front restaurant was filled in the morning for breakfast, and we ate breakfast in the bar area next to the restaurant. The staff means well but requires more training to bring the service to 4 or 5 star level.

10

Derek

23 Nov 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel. Excellent staff. Very clean room with comfortable bed and bedding. Terrific buffet breakfast. Many high quality options. Free shuttle to and from the main tourist area and train station.

10

Kevin

26 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

I will start by saying I normally find premium brands of hotel chains not great value for price. But not the JW Marriott Nara! From the minute we checked in the service and hospitality was tremendous. Even the smell of the hotel was unique and comforting. One of my travel partners bought some of their air “therapy” to take home. Our room was luxurious without being over the top. Amenities like sauna, jacuzzi and pool felt like we were in a high end resort somewhere. The breakfast was fresh with a lot of variety. And lets say the foam “baby deer” on our coffee had my wife wanting to take the barista home. The bar was well stocked and wine choice excellent. A little pricey, but expected. I would highly recommend you stay here when in Nara. We will certainly return!

10

Eugene

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was VERY friendly & accomdating. Best hotel experience I’ve had so far. A bit far from Osaka but bus stop in front of hotel takes you right to the train station.

6

Hitoshi

25 Nov 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

Too expensive. Over-commitment by the staff at checkin.

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Location

Set away from Nara Park, it offers a quieter base with convenient transport thanks to a free shuttle and nearby bus stop to the station and sights.

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Erna

17 Mar 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

A great place to stay and visit the many historic sites and lovely town Nara - Hotel is very conveniently located, offers delicious dining opportunities, very helpful and friendly staff ...including an outstanding breakfast buffet

10

chinching

19 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 3 nights

在奈良的優質飯店，無論客房乾淨舒適和人員服務都是一流。飯店提供接駁車到JR火車站和奈良飯店。

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Susan

18 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is about 2 miles away from Nara Park but in terms of other options it’s the best there is for location and with that you also get a beautiful hotel, lovely, kind staff and an amazing room!

10

Hiroyuki

9 May 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Quietly sitting away from the hustle of sightseeing center around Nara Park, this is a new, relaxing and more luxurious property in this city increasingly popular with international travelers. The room was spacious enough for property in Japan and spa was nice. The front restaurant was filled in the morning for breakfast, and we ate breakfast in the bar area next to the restaurant. The staff means well but requires more training to bring the service to 4 or 5 star level.

10

Derek

23 Nov 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel. Excellent staff. Very clean room with comfortable bed and bedding. Terrific buffet breakfast. Many high quality options. Free shuttle to and from the main tourist area and train station.

10

Eugene

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was VERY friendly & accomdating. Best hotel experience I’ve had so far. A bit far from Osaka but bus stop in front of hotel takes you right to the train station.

10

Thomas

2 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Finding a place that offers all these features is truly wonderful. The fact that it's small and clean creates a comfortable atmosphere, making it inviting. Proximity to good eating joints and convenient transport options adds significant value to the experience. Furthermore, the presence of great staff enhances the overall quality of the place. Therefore, such an establishment provides a well-rounded and enjoyable experience.

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Dining

Breakfast is frequently praised for quality, variety, and organization. Dinner receives mixed feedback, with some excellent experiences but others finding it disappointing or overpriced.

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Erna

17 Mar 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

A great place to stay and visit the many historic sites and lovely town Nara - Hotel is very conveniently located, offers delicious dining opportunities, very helpful and friendly staff ...including an outstanding breakfast buffet

10

Satomi

4 Nov 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

清潔で最高のおもてなしで満足でした。特に，朝食は，他のホテルと比べてもさすが，マリオットホテルだかあって，内容が充実しております！ありがとうございました。

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8

Toshio

6 May 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

施設とホスピタリティは最高でした。３点だけ、気になり。校倉のディナーで頼んだ赤ワインのグラスにホコリが沢山ついていました。一杯3千円以上取るワインなので、出す前に確認されたいです。もう一点、これは仕方ないですが幹線道路沿なので、夜に暴走族と思しい騒音や、横断歩道の音などが思ってたよりも気になりました。カーテンの上や下の隙間があり、自然光で起こされる感じでした。シーズンによっては困るので、東向きの部屋だけでも、こちらご検討されてみてはと思います。

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Gary

15 Oct 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

Staff and room were excellent. The food is not worth the amount they charge.

6

Isabel

29 Nov 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

The food was a major disappointment. Dinner options were poorly executed and lacked freshness or flavor, which was surprising given the quality of food available everywhere else in Japan. The only bright spot was breakfast, which was consistently good and well organized. Service was another weak point. The spa attendants, in particular, were curt and noticeably indifferent. Instead of the warm hospitality we’ve experienced at other Marriott locations, the interactions felt transactional and dismissive. Overall, this hotel needs significant attention, both in service training and property maintenance. With so many excellent options in Nara, we cannot recommend this location in its current condition.

10

Derek

23 Nov 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel. Excellent staff. Very clean room with comfortable bed and bedding. Terrific buffet breakfast. Many high quality options. Free shuttle to and from the main tourist area and train station.

10

Maikel

28 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hotel with amazing staff and excellence customer service. The food was outstanding.

10

Kevin

26 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

I will start by saying I normally find premium brands of hotel chains not great value for price. But not the JW Marriott Nara! From the minute we checked in the service and hospitality was tremendous. Even the smell of the hotel was unique and comforting. One of my travel partners bought some of their air “therapy” to take home. Our room was luxurious without being over the top. Amenities like sauna, jacuzzi and pool felt like we were in a high end resort somewhere. The breakfast was fresh with a lot of variety. And lets say the foam “baby deer” on our coffee had my wife wanting to take the barista home. The bar was well stocked and wine choice excellent. A little pricey, but expected. I would highly recommend you stay here when in Nara. We will certainly return!

10

Pui Shan

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We like the breakfast very much

10

Charles

10 Dec 2023

·

Stayed 4 nights

Great property and staff. Exceptional food, we had two outstanding dinner experiences.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1	2	3	4	5	6	7
8	9 $414	10 $348	11 $550	12 $629	13 $637	14 $629
15 $287	16 $296	17 $294	18 $302	19 $302	20 $369	21 $726
22	23 $390	24 $359	25 $374	26 $369	27 $369	28 $355
29 $359	30 $344

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1 $359	2 $359	3 $344	4 $369	5 $369
6 $335	7 $294	8 $294	9 $336	10 $329	11 $390	12 $470
13 $336	14 $316	15 $287	16 $286	17 $288	18 $336	19 $359
20 $279	21 $287	22 $287	23 $286	24 $333	25 $359	26 $406
27 $389	28 $315	29 $296	30 $558	31 $801

JW Marriott Hotel Nara

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed

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