Nara’s Omizutori: A Spectacle of Fire, Water, and Spirituality

Recommended Hotels for Enjoying the Omizutori Festival

<Within Walking Distance>
Nara Hotel
Known as the “Guesthouse of Kansai,” Nara Hotel is located about a 15-minute walk from the Nigatsudo Hall of Todaiji Temple. In the hotel’s main lobby, you’ll find a piano famously called “Einstein’s Piano,” named after the legendary physicist Albert Einstein, who once played it.

Noborioji Hotel Nara
This luxury auberge is just a few minutes’ walk from Kintetsu Nara Station and is situated right in front of Kofukuji Temple. As a member of Relais & Châteaux, it underwent renovations in 2022 and features a refined white-themed interior.

<Not Within Walking Distance but Featuring International Hotel Brands>

JW Marriott Hotel Nara
Located in Nara City, this international luxury hotel is about a 10-minute drive from the Nigatsudo Hall of Todaiji Temple. It offers a spa, multiple restaurants, bars, and a comfortable stay with high-end amenities.

Novotel Nara
Opened in September 2024, this newly built hotel features a wide range of facilities, including a restaurant, lounge, bar, large communal bath, and fitness club.

For guests staying at the above international hotels, using a shared bicycle is also a convenient way to access Nigatsudo Hall. A video guide on how to use shared bicycles will be released soon!