Tsubakiso

Ryokan, 3-starTsubai-cho 35, Nara, JapanShow on map

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Top rated

Guests rate it highest for service, location and food.

Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, at Tsubai-cho 35.
Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.

Traditional Japanese Accommodation Experience sleeping on futon bedding in a historic Japanese townhouse with tatami floors.

Serene Garden Views Enjoy the tranquility of the lovely garden and picturesque patio views from your room.

Cultural Experience Immerse yourself in the traditional Japanese architecture and residential neighborhood setting for a truly authentic stay.

To book your serene stay at Tsubakiso, reserve now and experience the charm of historic Nara.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Garden
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Breakfast in the room

Rooms

9.4

Top rated

Rated 9.4 out of 10 by 52 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness9.2
Service10.0
Location9.7
Rooms9.2
Amenities9.2
Value9.2
Food & drink9.6

Guests mention

Friendly hostGreat locationDelicious foodComfortable rooms

NataljaThailand
April 2026Family
The host was so very kind and thoughtful and the japanese breakfast in the garden was simply amazing. The room also was very cozy with a lovely view of the garden.
AMCOBOSFrance
November 2025Couple
Fabuleux
Accueil fabuleux par une dame adorable parlant quelques mots d'anglais. Petits cadeaux de bienvenue, boissons dans le frigo, café, thé...
Petit déjeuner excellent, on peut laisser ses bagages en gardiennage. Auberge…
yu-shanJapan
November 2025Family
Excellent sejour!!
Notre séjour était excellent : l’hôtel était très bien situé, la chambre était très confortable et surtout, Mme Hirasawa, la propriétaire était super sympa et très attentionnée (elle a rendu notre séjour…
DavidAustralia
November 2025Couple
Amazing Ryokan in a great location with a wonderful host
This was a wonderful Ryokan in a great location, only a ~6 minute walk from Kintetsu-Nara station. Furthermore, the host (Noriko) was absolutely wonderful. She was so welcoming and made us feel right at home. As for…
RubenItaly
October 2025Family
Che dire, una vera esperienza Giapponese.
Accolti in casa e accuditi dalla padrona, gentile e disponibile. La nostra stanza, dotata di ogni comfort è in realtà un mini appartamento, vista giardino. La colazione, ottima,…
VuiMalaysia
May 2025Group
Exceptional
The room is super nice, you can experience the traditional of Japanese room.

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

Tsubai-cho 35, Nara, Japan

Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10 — exceptional.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 4:00 PM until 09:00 PM

Check-out by 11:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Guests must check-in by 21:00. Guests arriving after 21:00 must inform the property in advance. Guests arriving before 16:00 are requested to inform the property prior to their expected arrival time. To eat breakfast or dinner at the hotel, a reservation must be made at least 3 days in advance. Guests with children who are 12 years and younger must inform the property at time of booking. Please specify how many children will be staying and their respective ages in the special request box. Additional futon mattresses can be provided in guest rooms on the first floor for an additional fee. Please send a request via the special requests box at the time of booking.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Tsubakiso

What time is check-in and check-out at Tsubakiso?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Tsubakiso allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is breakfast included at Tsubakiso?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Does Tsubakiso have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

How do I book Tsubakiso?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Tsubakiso?

Tsubai-cho 35, Nara.

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