652-2 Kume Cho Kashihara,
Kashihara (Nara),
Japan,
Nara, 634-0063,
Nara
Grand Mercure Nara Kashihara - A business hotel with 4 onsite restaurants, hot springs, and direct train station access
This 3-star hotel features 4 onsite restaurants serving Chinese, French, and Japanese cuisines, including Houou specializing in Chinese dishes. Air-conditioned rooms include refrigerators, electric kettles, and seating areas, while the property offers an indoor mineral hot springs public bath. Grand Mercure Nara Kashihara is located a 1-minute walk from Kashiharajingu-mae Station and within 0.5 miles of Kashihara Jingu Shrine, Mausoleum of Emperor Jimmu, and Kashihara Jingu Massha Nagayama Inari Shrine. Facilities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, free private parking, a conference center, bar/lounge, and gift shop. Buffet breakfast is available daily from 7 AM at Grand Mercure Nara Kashihara.
Pros
Direct 1-minute walk access to Kashiharajingu-mae Station
Indoor mineral hot springs public bath available onsite
Four restaurants serving Chinese, French, and Japanese cuisines
Free private parking and public area Wi-Fi
Proximity to multiple cultural sites including Kashihara Jingu Shrine
Cons
No swimming pool or spa facility on the property
Located 40.5 miles from Itami Airport requiring significant transfer time
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 10 reviews
8.0
8.0/10 based on 377 reviews
Charles
United States,
March
2024
7.4/10
I loved the convenient location of the hotel, close to Kinetsu and great local Izakaya restaurants, making it easy to explore both Nara and Mt Yoshinoyama. The onsen changing sides daily was a unique touch. The hotel is a good choice for those wanting to be between Nara and Mt Yoshinoyama.
Rooms
7.0
The Japanese-style rooms on our floor were not as comfortable or enjoyable as expected for the original price, with two single beds.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, efficient, and eventually arranged a double room at the original price, ensuring a super experience overall.
Location
8.0
The hotel is strategically located, offering easy access to Kinetsu and fantastic Izakaya restaurants, with the added advantage of being close to Yoshinoyama.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience offered fresh products, adding to the overall enjoyment of the stay.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel amenities were underqualified, with everything feeling old and not up to standard. However, the wedding services provided were appreciated.
Joseph
United States,
February
2024
7.8/10
The hotel is conveniently situated between Nara & Mt Yoshinoyama, offering easy access to Kinetsu and delightful Izakaya restaurants. The onsen changes the women/men side daily, providing an opportunity to learn about onsen etiquette rules. The location is both convenient to Nara and close enough to Yoshinoyama for a balanced experience.
Rooms
7.0
The Japanese-style rooms on our floor were clean and a very nice size, although they did not enhance the overall comfort and enjoyment as much as I had hoped.
Service
6.0
The service was efficient, and the staff, although underqualified, managed to eventually arrange a double room at the initial price, ensuring our needs were met.
Location
8.0
The location is good, providing access to Kinetsu and great local Izakaya restaurants. It is central between Nara & Mt Yoshinoyama, offering a unique cultural experience.
Dining
10.0
No specific comment was made about the dining experience or Sicilian pastry.
Facilities
8.0
The onsen changing sides daily is a unique feature, and the amenities ensure a comfortable stay.
William
United States,
February
2024
7.8/10
The hotel has a good location with access to Kinetsu and great local Izakaya restaurants. The onsen changes the women/men sides daily, and it's convenient to Nara and between Nara & Mt Yoshinoyama. However, the rooms with 2 single beds weren't as comfortable as expected, and there wasn't much variety in the dining options.
Rooms
7.0
The Japanese-style rooms on our floor were clean and well-maintained, but the 2 single beds didn't add to the comfort and enjoyment.
Service
9.0
The service was really efficient and the staff were wonderful. They eventually arranged a 'double room' at the original price.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is ideal for exploring, and you can easily find onsen etiquette rules. It's also convenient being between Nara & Mt Yoshinoyama.
Dining
7.0
Although the dining experience was satisfactory, there was room for improvement in the variety of salads offered.
Facilities
8.0
The in-house restaurants were a nice touch, and the onsen facilities were well-maintained and available for learning onsen etiquette rules.
Clean
Limited dining
Elizabeth
United States,
January
2024
7.6/10
The hotel is convenient for exploring nearby attractions such as Nara and Yoshinoyama. The rooms are spacious and clean, but the price seemed a bit high for a single person stay. The service was efficient and helpful, although some aspects were outdated. The location offers easy access to Kinetsu and local restaurants, with the added benefit of changing onsen sides. The dining experience, especially the fried fish, was enjoyable. The facilities were adequate but not exceptional.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and a very nice size.
Service
7.0
The service was efficient and eventually arranged a 'double room' at the original price.
Location
9.0
The location is good with access to Kinetsu and great local Izakaya restaurants. Convenient for exploring Nara and close to Yoshinoyama.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience, especially the fried fish, was enjoyable.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were functional but nothing special.
Chad
United States,
January
2024
7.6/10
The hotel offers clean and spacious rooms that are ideal for solo travelers at the original price. The service is efficient, though improvements are needed in some areas. The location is excellent, with easy access to local restaurants and attractions. The dining experience lacks variety but the hotel facilities are well-maintained.
Rooms
8.0
The room was clean and a very nice size, perfect for 1 person.
Service
7.0
The service was efficient but could be enhanced in some areas.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located near the train station and within reach of Kinetsu and local Izakaya restaurants.
Dining
6.0
The dining options lacked variety, limiting the overall experience.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-kept and contributed to a comfortable stay.
convenient location
limited dining
Matthew
United States,
September
2023
8.0/10
I had a lovely stay at the hotel! The Japanese-style rooms on my floor were clean and a very nice size, offering great value for money. The service was efficient, eventually arranging a 'double room' at the original price. The location was convenient for exploring nearby attractions, and I enjoyed the daily onsen changes. However, the dining options were limited to takeaway breakfast sandwiches, which was a minor downside. The facilities were well-maintained, adding to the overall positive experience.
Rooms
9.0
The Japanese-style rooms on our floor were clean and a very nice size.
Service
8.0
The service was really super and efficient.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was convenient for exploring Nara and Yoshinoyama, with easy access to Kinetsu and local Izakaya restaurants.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience offered only takeaway Jimmy Dean breakfast sandwiches.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and added to the overall positive experience.
Blake
United States,
September
2023
7.6/10
The hotel offers traditional Japanese-style rooms on our floor, which may not suit everyone's preference for comfort and enjoyment. However, the room I stayed in was clean, nicely sized, and designed for one person. The service provided was outstanding, as they eventually accommodated my request for a 'double room' at the original price. Despite some older elements, the staff was very efficient. The location is a unique experience with changing onsen sides daily, convenient access to Kinetsu, and delightful local Izakaya restaurants nearby. Although the amenities were a bit outdated, the wedding services offered were notable. Overall, the facilities were adequate but not outstanding.
Rooms
8.0
My room was clean and a very nice size, though designed for a single guest.
Service
7.0
The staff members were wonderful and eventually arranged a ' double room' at the original price, despite some lacking qualifications and older elements.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, with the onsen changing sides daily and providing access to Kinetsu and charming local Izakaya restaurants.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience included delightful homemade marmalade.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were functional but showed signs of aging.
Charles
United States,
July
2023
7.0/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were clean and a good size, but the Japanese-style beds didn't add much to my comfort. Despite the underqualified service and outdated facilities, they eventually accommodated our request at the original price, making the service quite impressive. The location was convenient for exploring places like Nara and Yoshinoyama, with access to an onsen that changes sides daily. The lack of dining options, like fast food, was a downside during my stay.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and a nice size, but the Japanese style beds didn't add to the comfort.
Service
8.0
The service was underqualified at first, but they eventually arranged our request at the original price, which was impressive.
Location
9.0
The location was convenient, with access to an onsen that changes sides daily and close proximity to Nara and Yoshinoyama.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were limited, with a lack of fast food choices.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were outdated and in need of improvement.
Convenient Location
Limited Dining Options
Frederic
United States,
June
2023
8.0/10
The hotel is conveniently located with access to Kinetsu and great local Izakaya restaurants. The onsen changes the women/men side daily, adding to the unique experience. However, the rooms, though priced for one person with 2 single beds, do not contribute to comfort and enjoyment as expected.
Rooms
5.0
The room I had, with 2 single beds intended for 1 person only, did not add to the comfort and enjoyment.
Service
9.0
The service was very efficient and the staff were really super, making the overall experience pleasant.
Location
8.0
The location is excellent, being close to Nara and within reach of Yoshinoyama. It is also convenient having access to Kinetsu and great local Izakaya restaurants.
Dining
7.0
I enjoyed the grilled fish at the hotel's dining option and found it satisfying.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were underqualified, as everything seemed old and not up to par, detracting from the overall stay.
Chester
United States,
June
2023
7.2/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The Japanese-style rooms on our floor, while clean and a nice size, were designed for only one person. The service, although underqualified and everything seemed old, was eventually able to arrange a double room at the original price. The location was convenient, with access to Kinetsu and great local Izakaya restaurants, but the constantly changing of the women/men sides in the onsen was a bit inconvenient. The dining experience lacked details on homemade pastry, and the facilities were efficient overall.
Rooms
7.0
I found the Japanese-style rooms on our floor to be clean and a very nice size, although designed for 1 person only.
Service
6.0
The service was underqualified, but eventually arranged a 'double room' at the original price. While everything seemed old and not in the best condition, the staff were efficient and really super.
Location
8.0
The location was good, offering access to Kinetsu and great local Izakaya restaurants. It was convenient to Nara, yet close enough to Yoshinoyama.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience lacked details about homemade pastry.
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