Guesthouse Narakomachi

We were there for less than a day just to do the Nara park and to see the buddha. Although the room was tiny, they really did a nice job of putting all the facilities needed (shower/toilet). The reception was very, very helpful and friendly. The common kitchen area was full of utensils and there were a huge fridge and a freezer. Great price for what we get.

the location is a bit far from the main sightseeing sites. the sink in the bathroom was hilarious.

The rooms are tiny but very well organized. We were four (two adults and two kids) in the room and we slept on two bunkbeds. The bathroom was creatively squeezed at one end of the room. The only problem was that when the privacy curtain was lowered between the toilet and the room, there is no natural light in the room. All in all, it's a great place for a short stay.

Recommended! This guesthouse is an easy walk from the JR train station. Very clean, and well run with a friendly staff. They have a kitchen and dining table for guest use. Two computers in the lobby for guest use along with the wifi. There are inexpensive restaurants nearby, and the train station has a major supermarket and two convenience stores. NOTE: After hours, the reception desk is closed and you cannot check in; however once you are checked in you receive an entry code which will allow you to enter the lobby after hours. The neighborhood seemed safe. The bed was of medium softness. Toilet and bedding were Western style. Another note: Sunrise and sunset both seemed to occur early in the Kansai region; the early mornings were a wonderful time to walk. Last note: The manager can sell you a one day bus pass for under US $5 which is a great way to get around; although Nara is small enough to walk to most tourist destinations. I would definitely stay there again.

Great little guesthouse near JR Nara station. It's a longer walk to Nara Park compared to Kintetsu station but is still within walking distance. Had a Japanese style room with futon and tatami mat which was very nice. Heating took quite a while to warm up the room but I was there on an exceptionally cold day. Reception spoke English and was very friendly. All in all, had a very pleasant stay.

Upon arrival at the guesthouse, it appears the receptionist was very busy and did not bother to greet us. My friend and I stood at the entrance for nearly 5 minutes before the receptionist came to assist. We dropped our luggage off and came back in the later afternoon to check-in. Thank god, we got a room on the very first floor. FYI, they do not have lift so you would have to drag your luggage up if you stay on the second floor. The rooms was not exactly big but clean and comfortable enough. The shower room is awesome; it seems like a see-through bathroom on pictures but in reality there are curtains you can draw down. However, their basin is extremely small and it does not have a heater. So during winter days, you can only wash your poor cold hands with cold water after using the bathroom. The guesthouse provides free coffee, tea, water which you can help yourself to during the stay. Overall, the stay at the guesthouse was great but could do some minor improvements.

We love it! The owner is so nice and speaks English so fluently..and it's very close to the station..highly recomended!

Comfortable room although the room we had was small but so as other hotel rooms in Japan. The Guesthouse host was helpful in every way, would love to stay there again.

The guest house is super easy to find, a very short walk from the train station. From the train station cross the main road at the traffic lights at the Lawson. Once you have crossed the road turn right and then take the first left after the "Comfort Hotel". This street is opposite a restaurant which has a very large orange and blue sign with what looks like a bowling ball on it. You can see the black, red and white guest house sign from the main road. It is next to a carpark. The owner of the guesthouse is a lovely gentleman, and his staff are also very friendly and helpful. There is a coin laundry about 3 minutes walk away. Great decore! I definitely would stay here again!

I loved my stay here. Staff were so friendly and spoke good English. Mattress and pillow were divine and I slept so well. Was so quiet for a place only a couple of blocks from JR train station. Well equipped kitchen and use of fridge were appreciated, as were the free drinks and lovely crockery and cultery available to use. Immaculately clean and modern. Easy to find.