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Reviews of Smile Hotel Nara 3 stars

630-8122 Nara, Nara, Sanjohon 4-21, Japan

#54 of 79 hotels in Nara

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Review score

Based on 200 hotel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    7.0
    It was ok
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing I want to improve is the 1000 en unlimited for breakfast, which could be a better environment

    The distance from the metro station is good, quite easy to find. The room was not very small, so it was quite comfortable

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    8.0
    Great airport before your plain
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    Perfect airport hotel, good value for money close to the train station to the airport

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    7.0
    Good value hotel in great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room Non-Smoking - 2 Nights Minimum
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed was very firm.

    Good location near JR Nara station, friendly staff, clean rooms, comfortable lounge, breakfast included.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The carpet was rly dirty.

    Location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is great, very close to JR Nara Station

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    8.0
    Buffet is not available in time
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close to market

    Very nice

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    Smile and Bow in Nara!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms were small.

    Location Ok

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good value for money, they still change towels every day that is not needed

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room very small

    Near Train station and attractions places in

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Clean and small place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Expensive

    Clean

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    7.0
    Great value for money, but uncomfortable bed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mattress was so hard I barely got any sleep. I'm not picky at all, and I'm not exaggerating when I say it was the hardest bed I've ever slept on.

    Great location, just a few steps away form the train station. Friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    Great stay for a couple of nights!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no air con in the room, or there was a type of ventialtion/ air con with preset heat settings. This hindred us in using the air con on a hot night, and we had to keep our window open to cool off… but then we heard trains passing by. If they had a better air con system it would be amazing!

    Great hotel! Located close to the subway and you can walk to Nara Park in less than 20 minutes. Kind and helpful staff, comfy but small room. We are satisfied with our stay :) 24/7 front desk.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    9.0
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No water bottle

    Very close to JR station. Clean , nice, friendly staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    8.0
    Good location near the train. Good value for money for one night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mattress and pillows were uncomfortable because it were too hard.

    The location and price.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    8.0
    It was an enjoyable stay for a very affordable price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast was not included in the price. I think the breakfast price was a bit too pricey. Better buy something from konbini for your breakfast.

    The price was very affordable for the very strategic location. It is within walking distance to the station. The room size was enough for one person. The room and the bathroom were comfortable. The view from the 11th floor was good as well.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    9.0
    Don’t think twice. Perfect value for your money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The washing machine is, compared to many others we’ve had on our travels, not the greatest.

    All of it! Such a cheap price for this quality of hotel room. All amenities included, the room was clean, the bed was fresh, the shower has really good pressure and hot water, the staff is very friendly and speaks sufficient English, baggage service is available (we’ve sent one of our bags to Tokyo from here for ~15USD), it’s less than 5 minutes to the station and about 25 min walk to the deer (there‘s also a bus at the station for those who need it). We would sleep here again and actually regret we didn’t stay one more night. A similar room in Kyoto is easily double the price.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    9.0
    Standard hotel economical and great location next to JR Nara.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn't fault it for the price.

    Clean comfortable and economical.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    8.0
    Affordable accommodations very near station with laundry facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed was quite firm, heater temp cannot be adjusted easily

    Very near station, on-site laundry facilities, can borrow hotel umbrellas, nearby grocery

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room smelled like cleaning chemicals, but was able to air it out through the window.

    5 minute walk from Nara station is very convenient. Value for the room was unbeatable. Clean, and TV had Chromecast options, despite the hotel seeming to be relatively old.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    8.0
    Small but good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room probably too small for 2 of us with large cases (since we had skiing clothes with us)

    Great position, good value Excellent shower!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    8.0
    Cozy little room
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The offer breakfast until 9:30 am, which is a decent time, but when I asked if I could still have breakfast at 9 o’clock they told me that they would close the restaurant in 15 minutes (9:15) not nice if you enjoy getting up a bit later like me

    The location is good, right in front of the train station, if you enjoy walking you have most major attractions by walking distance, the room was small but warm and cozy and I always appreciate having a smart TV in the room

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    7.0
    Perfectly adequate.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The facilities are very basic. There is nothing that makes you think “wow, that is really cool”. There is nothing wrong with the hotel, just nothing special.

    The price is very good and everything that you need is there (except coffee).

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    8.0
    I would still come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room is pretty small as it is considered as a single room with double bad, but for the price we paid it was one of the best accommodations.

    Very good location, close to JR and in 20 min walk to main city attractions. Staff is very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room wasn't spacious but ok for a short stay (we stayed one night)

    Good location, friendly staff

    Stayed in January 2024

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