Serenity awaits at this peaceful garden retreat near historic Todaiji Temple, where travelers can relax in tranquil surroundings or explore local flavors
Tsubakiso offers a genuine taste of Naramachi's charm with serene gardens and local cuisine. Guests enjoy a delicious breakfast, in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and luggage storage. The tranquil atmosphere consistently impresses travelers.
Located in Nara, Tsubakiso is in the city centre. Nara Prefectural Art Museum and Neiraku Art Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Nara Family and Aeon Mall. Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum and Kojindo are also worth visiting. Visit our Nara travel guide
Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,000 to 2,500 per person
A restaurant
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Accessibility
No lift
More
2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Down comforter
Tempur-Pedic mattress
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Computer
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Free daily newspapers
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately JPY 2000 to 2500 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Prior to check-in, guests with children must notify the hotel of children's ages and number of children.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Property is also known as
Tsubakiso
Tsubakiso House
Tsubakiso House Nara
Tsubakiso Nara
Tsubakiso Guesthouse Nara
Tsubakiso Guesthouse
Tsubakiso Nara
Tsubakiso Guesthouse
Tsubakiso Guesthouse Nara
Frequently asked questions
Is Tsubakiso pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Tsubakiso?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM.
What time is check-out at Tsubakiso?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Tsubakiso located?
Located in Naramachi, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Sarusawa Pond Park and Nara Park. Kōfuku-ji National Treasure Hall and Nara Information Center are also within 10 minutes. Kintetsu-Nara Station is 6 minutes by foot and Nara Station is 14 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Tsubakiso Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Hirosawa was very welcoming but make sure you go to the right door! She took us to the room which was warm and looked comfortable, and made tea for us while explaining all about Nara (all the major temples/shopping etc are within a short walk). The ryokan facilities are relatively basic but that is probably the point of staying in one. The shower, however, was amazing and rarely have we slept in such comfortable beds. But the high point was the outstanding Japanese-style breakfast (costs extra) which isn't to be missed. But even the standard breakfast the last day was very pleasant. Overall, a very welcome change from the corporate hotel alternative.
Morioka was the added extra at our stay. She was so welcoming friendly & generous. The beds in this ryokan were XTRA good. To stay in a home that had seen 3 generations was so warm. It was very convenient to the station & up the street to all the eaterys of Nara. A highlight of our trip.
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6/10 Okay
Nina
26 Nov 2015
Liked: Staff & service
minshuku accueillant dans maison ancienne
l"hôtesse est particulièrement aimable (et bavarde), nous remmet à notre départ de jolis cadeaux. Lepetit-déjeuner, quoiqu'un peu cher, est particulièrement soigné et délicieux, nous avns pris la formule un peu moins chère, 2ooo yen, qui était superbe. chambre agréable, toute petite salle de bain.
Nina
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6/10 Okay
Sharon
27 Oct 2015
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Wonderful owner, overpriced.
The bed was really comfortable. The location is great. The place is a bit funky and rundown. It was worth maybe $100/night if breakfast had been included. It is hard to write this review because the owner is a lovely person, but $200/night was an outrageous price.
Sharon
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6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
18 Aug 2015
Liked: Staff & service
Überteuerter Ryokan
Grundsätzlich war das Gästehaus in Ordnung und die Besitzerin sehr freundlich. Allerdings ist der Preis pro Nacht jenseits von dem, was es wert ist.
the host cant speak well English but can understand. She is old friendly lady. we stay at the ryokan for 1 night only. The location is nice and close to the nara park with about 10-15min walking distanct.The room was big and the tatami bed was very comfort.WiFi works very well and is complimentary. The Japanese style breakfast is something special but expensive even after giving discount(2k yen per person) by the host. If you drop at JR nara station, there will be 10-15min walking distanct with big luggage. but there is 5min walking distanct only if you drop at kintetsu train station. The price of the room we book is pretty expensive if compare to ryokan pricing. So if you don mind the higher price of the ryokan I would recommend you to stay here.
The hospitality from the host is extraordinary great! The location is nice close to the sightseeing points around the city. Easily accessible by train or bus.
This old house in the center of Nara is a perfect place to enjoy the traditional way of living in Japan. The owner is very welcoming and service oriented. The traditionnal Japanese breakfast is amazing!