Offering public baths, Yoshidaya Ryokan よしだや is situated in front of Sarusawa-ike Pond. Kofuku-ji Temple is just a 2-minute walk away. Free WiFi is available on site. Each air-conditioned room includes a seating area, a fridge and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The bathroom comes with free toiletries. Nara Park with Todai-ji temple and Kasuga Taisha are a 15-minute walk from Yoshidaya Sarusawaike. It takes 8 minutes on foot from Kintetsu Nara Train Station, and 15 minutes from JR Nara Station. Guests can request to have meals at least 2 days before arrival. No-fish meals can be arranged upon request.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Nara, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

Breakfast info

Asian

  • FREE parking!

  • Public Bath


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Guests who stayed here loved

Bing
Australia Australia
Excellent customer services, very warm welcome from Fumi she’s been wonderful helping us, sweet and kind, thank you. Nice bathing experience with both private and public. Feeling good. Dinner is also a good experience here. Location is perfect.
Stephanie
Japan Japan
Amazing stay, I loved the room, so clean and so many amenities and the best location for sightseeing. I would recommend splurging for a room with a bathtub.
Hunter
Australia Australia
Friendly staff, awesome location, great view for our room
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Traditional Japanese food, friendly staff, view over the lake , amazing bath in the room
Louis
Canada Canada
Large rooms with comfortable beds. Great staff. Perfect location.
Gavriela
Greece Greece
A traditional Japanese accommodation that offers you the opportunity to experience Japanese culture, customs, and traditions up close. The breakfast was excellent, also traditional, with locally prepared dishes.
Andrew
Australia Australia
Room was clean and comfortable. We chose this because of the onsen style bath and it was well worth it. Bath was fantastic. Beds were very comfortable. Family weer very happy with the room. Location was very good, around 10-12 minute walk from the...
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Incredible location right on the edge of Nara park and with a view of the pond! We woke up to sights of deer wandering right in the vicinity outside the hotel. The staff here were particularly lovely and we experienced safe to say the best service...
Robert
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Nice calm atmosphere, located near Nara park so deer roamed free, but also near big shopping street for restaurants. Staff really pleasant. Our room looked out on to a lake. Breakfast very authentic Japanese.
Meir
Israel Israel
Excelent location for Nara park, polite and helpful staff, close by parking paid by hotel, semi Japanese room style, luggage store

Managed by Sarusawaike Yoshidaya  さるさわ池よしだや

Company review score: 9.8Based on 200 reviews from 1 property
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Property information

Just steps away from Kofuku-ji Temple, Nara Park, and the freely roaming deer—our location puts the heart of Nara right at your doorstep. Some rooms offer views of Sarusawa Pond, where you can enjoy stunning sunsets in a peaceful atmosphere. “Yoshidaya” is a modern take on a traditional ryokan, originally founded in the early Meiji era. Recently renovated, it blends classic Japanese charm with comfort, offering features like private baths and rooms with semi-open-air baths—perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing. Breakfast is a special experience, featuring freshly steamed rice cooked in a traditional kamado (hearth-style cooker). Served with seasonal side dishes and local flavors, our Japanese-style set meal provides a warm and nourishing start to your day. Ideal for couples, families, or friends, Yoshidaya offers a relaxing base for exploring Nara’s rich history, beautiful streets, and friendly deer.

Neighbourhood information

Located in the ancient capital where Heijo-kyo was established during the Nara period, Nara is renowned as the terminus of the Silk Road—a place where Tenpyo culture flourished. Today, the region remains deeply steeped in history, with countless traces of that era still preserved, including World Heritage Sites such as Todai-ji Temple and many other historic shrines and temples. Every year, Nara warmly welcomes millions of visitors who come to experience its rich cultural heritage and timeless atmosphere.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

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Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Superb breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$13.97 per person.
  • Food
    Local specialities
  • Cuisine
    Asian
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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
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Check-out
Until 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 14 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

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Please note the fee must be paid upon arrival.

Guests arriving after check-in hours must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

If you have any food allergies or cannot eat raw fish, please inform the property in advance. Other dietary requests cannot be accommodated.

Please inform Yoshidaya Ryokan よしだや in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.