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1. HOTEL ZEN narahourai

1.9 km from Saidai-ji

Raquel

AED 259

AED 285 total

20 Aug - 21 Aug

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

2. Novotel Nara

2.7 km from Saidai-ji

Sean

AED 223

AED 270 total

31 Aug - 1 Sep

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

3. JW Marriott Hotel Nara

2.6 km from Saidai-ji

John

AED 692

AED 875 total

31 Aug - 1 Sep

4. Kamenoi Hotel Nara

1 km from Saidai-ji

Kyle

AED 399

AED 448 total

19 Aug - 20 Aug

4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

5. Nara Royal Hotel

2.4 km from Saidai-ji

Darren

AED 115

AED 134 total

6 Sep - 7 Sep

Luxury Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free), individually decorated

6. HOTEL ROCCO - Adults Only

1.5 km from Saidai-ji

Daniel

AED 136

AED 150 total

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Design Double Room (with Open-air Bath) | Down comforters, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

7. Hotel Allamanda

2.8 km from Saidai-ji

Alexadra

AED 285

AED 345 total

14 Aug - 15 Aug

8. Toyoko Inn Nara Shin Omiya Station

3 km from Saidai-ji

James

AED 188

AED 208 total

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Basic Triple Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Mini-fridge, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils

9. Hotel SINDAI

0.8 km from Saidai-ji

Hong

AED 294

AED 324 total

11 Sep - 12 Sep

Premium bedding, minibar, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

10. Fine Garden Nara Horai

1.6 km from Saidai-ji

Lizzie

AED 101

AED 122 total

24 Aug - 25 Aug

Comfort Apartment, Non Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Comfort Apartment, Non Smoking | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

11. Comfy Stay TDS

3 km from Saidai-ji

HIROKO

AED 617

AED 679 total

31 Aug - 1 Sep

Classic Room, Non Smoking, for guests aged 18-55 only. | WiFi (free), bed sheets

12. Seisha for guests aged 18-55 only

2.6 km from Saidai-ji

"Great value for money. 3 rooms on 2nd floor and 1st floor is common area with toliet, shower, kitchen, refrigerator. Traditional Japanese style room. Room is simple with matress, small ground table, A/C. Not much soundproof. No elevator & need to use stiff stairs. Host seems living in 1st floor. Use key to open/close room. Place is located on the side of small car road, not inside. Search '清舎' on google map."

SEUNGMIN

AED 84

AED 92 total

13 Aug - 14 Aug

13. naramoon The stairs are steep, suitable for young people to live in.

2.6 km from Saidai-ji

"1st, this is an old and poorly maintained house without the old house charm. 2nd, please add a "Can Not accept any guest older than 55 years old. We were almost denied at check-in due to our age. 3rd, Expedia should not outsource the reservation through another 3rd party platform (Ctrip.com). 4th, English communication is challenged. 5th, it is not price competitive. Another hostel a few house down was only US$26 instead of $52. 6th, the hostel does not allow any cancellation. 7th, the...

Hsin-Teh

AED 63

AED 69 total

26 Aug - 27 Aug

Basic Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Mezzanine | Desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Basic Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Mezzanine | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Basic Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Mezzanine | Desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. Comfy Stay Kiyokawa

3 km from Saidai-ji

AED 209

AED 230 total

25 Aug - 26 Aug

Apartment, Balcony | Living area | 85-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, video-game console

15. Hana Naramachi

Naramachi, 5.4 km from Saidai-ji

Sharon

AED 1,233

AED 1,358 total

17 Aug - 18 Aug

Superior Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk

Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, towels

Deluxe Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Private Bathroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk

16. Nara Inn Japanese Ryokan

Naramachi, 4.4 km from Saidai-ji

Evan

AED 230

AED 253 total

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Classic Villa | Down comforters, desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Classic Villa | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils

17. Nara-Ryokan Villa West

Naramachi, 4.4 km from Saidai-ji

Erika

AED 356

AED 392 total

31 Aug - 1 Sep

Traditional Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Superior Room | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

18. Shikitei

5.3 km from Saidai-ji

Joseph

AED 873

AED 960 total

27 Aug - 28 Aug

36-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

House, 2 Double Beds | WiFi (free), bed sheets

19. Private House Hibiki

Naramachi, 5.5 km from Saidai-ji

Kin Yee

AED 350

AED 385 total

26 Aug - 27 Aug

House, 3 Bedrooms | WiFi (free), bed sheets

20. Nara-no-ya

Naramachi, 4.4 km from Saidai-ji

"The property seems to be recently updated, it is modern, and clean. The amenity is lacking a few things (for example, it tells the guest to wash dishes and put them away but doesn’t provide a clothe to dry them). Also, the instruction isn’t super clear. The instruction reads to leave the key on the table when checking out (that’s what it says literary in English), when in fact you need to lock and put the key in the lockbox as one example. Also the road to access the property is quite narrow...

Ryohei

AED 583

AED 642 total

26 Aug - 27 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Saidai-ji

Property	Property class	Guest rating
HOTEL ZEN narahourai	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Novotel Nara	9.4 Exceptional 395 reviews	View
JW Marriott Hotel Nara	9.4 Exceptional 99 reviews	View
Kamenoi Hotel Nara	8.8 Excellent 50 reviews	View
Nara Royal Hotel	8.4 Very Good 1,001 reviews	View

Top Saidai-ji Hotel Reviews

Centara Grand Hotel Osaka

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was amazing!!! The staff, property, amenities were excellent! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful staff Good location Clean Onsen enjoyed"

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

10/10 Excellent

"helpful staff and properly managed"

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

10/10 Excellent

"Book this budget friendly hotel with nice and clean rooms, great bathroom rain shower and steps away from metro station. The entire area is awesome."

APA Hotel Namba Ekihigashi

10/10 Excellent

"The Air conditioning was excellent. Especially in the August heat The room was clean and staff were attentive to that."

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, convenient for shopping, dining, and transport."

THE LIVELY OSAKA HONMACHI

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel"

The OneFive Osaka Shinsekai

10/10 Excellent

"This property is in a great location for restaurants/shops and transportation."

Other attractions near Saidai-ji

Nara Family

8.0/10 (25 reviews)

During your visit to Nara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nara Family. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

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Emperor Koken Mausoleum

Emperor Koken Mausoleum is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Kikoji Temple

Kikoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

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Emperor Seimu Mausoleum

Emperor Seimu Mausoleum is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Akishino-dera Temple

After visiting Akishino-dera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nara. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

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Sakimisakizakiyama Ancient Tomb

You can find out about the history of Nara with a stop at Sakimisakizakiyama Ancient Tomb. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Gourd Mountain Ancient Tomb

You can find out about the history of Nara with a visit to Gourd Mountain Ancient Tomb. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Heijo Palace Ruins Historical Park

After visiting Heijo Palace Ruins Historical Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nara. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Saidai-ji?

Saidai-ji is located in a walkable area of Nara known for its temples. You'll find 151 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Saidai-ji?

Hotel New Otani Osaka is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 11 restaurants. You'll find it 14 mi (22.6 km) from Saidai-ji. Other good choices in the area include The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori and APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower.

How many hotels are there near Saidai-ji?

Expedia has 151 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Saidai-ji.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Saidai-ji, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Saidai-ji.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Saidai-ji?

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Saidai-ji, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Saidai-ji?

You'll want to browse the collections at Nara National Museum, Nara City Museum of Photography, and Nara Prefectural Art Museum. Heijo Palace, Nara Woman's University, and Kofuku-ji Temple are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can wander around Nara Park, Keihanna Memorial Park, or Mount Wakakusa if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Saidai-ji hotels

1. HOTEL ZEN narahourai

2. Novotel Nara

3. JW Marriott Hotel Nara

4. Kamenoi Hotel Nara

5. Nara Royal Hotel

6. HOTEL ROCCO - Adults Only

7. Hotel Allamanda

8. Toyoko Inn Nara Shin Omiya Station

9. Hotel SINDAI

10. Fine Garden Nara Horai

11. Comfy Stay TDS

12. Seisha for guests aged 18-55 only

13. naramoon The stairs are steep, suitable for young people to live in.

14. Comfy Stay Kiyokawa

15. Hana Naramachi

16. Nara Inn Japanese Ryokan

17. Nara-Ryokan Villa West

18. Shikitei

19. Private House Hibiki

20. Nara-no-ya

Compare popular hotels close to Saidai-ji

Top Saidai-ji Hotel Reviews

Centara Grand Hotel Osaka

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

APA Hotel Namba Ekihigashi

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

THE LIVELY OSAKA HONMACHI

The OneFive Osaka Shinsekai

Other attractions near Saidai-ji

Nara Family

Emperor Koken Mausoleum

Kikoji Temple

Emperor Seimu Mausoleum

Akishino-dera Temple

Sakimisakizakiyama Ancient Tomb

Gourd Mountain Ancient Tomb

Heijo Palace Ruins Historical Park

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