Hotel Mimatsu

8.4

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.4/10, based on 30 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Nara Inn Japanese Ryokan	9.9/10	25
🥈 2nd	Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei	9.4/10	464
🥉 3rd	Ryokan Taishoro	9.4/10	104
4th	Gyokuzoin	9.3/10	693
5th	Misenkan	9.4/10	55
6th	Ryokan Asukasou at the entrancne of Nara park	9.2/10	1,089
7th	Hanaya Tokubei	9.3/10	51
8th	Minshuku Kawarabi-so	9.2/10	197
9th	Kasuga Hotel	9.1/10	1,262
10th	Mikasa	9.1/10	955
11th	Kanko Ryokan Kuboji	10.0/10	5
12th	Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast	9.1/10	295
13th	Kotonoyado Musashino	9.1/10	263
14th	Hôtel touristique Tōnomine	9.1/10	167
15th	Wakasa Annex	9.0/10	418
16th	Yoshinoonsen Motoyu	9.1/10	23
17th	Kanko Ryokan Yamato	9.0/10	153
18th	Nara Ryokan	8.9/10	1,438
19th	Kinokuniya Jinpachi	8.9/10	103
20th	Monzen Okagero	8.9/10	98
21st	Tsubakiso	8.9/10	39
22nd	Ubusuna no Sato TOMIMOTO	9.1/10	1
23rd	Shiroyama Ryokan	8.8/10	150
24th	Ryotei Jyusouya	8.2/10	3
25th	Kakimotoya	8.7/10	69
26th	Hotel New Wakasa	8.7/10	111
27th	Yoshidaya Ryokan よしだや	8.7/10	699
28th	Hotel Nosegawa	8.6/10	121
29th	Hotel Mimatsu Current ryokan	8.4/10	30
30th	Marubun, auberge thermale à Dorogawa Onsen	8.3/10	24
31st	KAMENOI HOTEL Nara	8.5/10	186
32nd	Itaniya	8.4/10	103
33rd	Kanko Hotel Tamaru	8.1/10	41
34th	Tenpyo Ryokan	8.3/10	291
35th	Miharu-en, source thermale pour une peau douce	8.0/10	66
36th	Hotel Asyl Nara	8.1/10	622
37th	Nara Park Hotel	7.6/10	894

Check-in from 3:30 PM

City Center Station Access Old Town Temple District Public Onsen Indoor Bath

Location

630-8233 Nara, Nara, Ogawa-cho 10 , Japan

Staff 9,0/10

Facilities 7,5/10

Cleanliness 8,0/10

Comfort 8,0/10

Value for money 9,0/10

Location 9,0/10

Walkable Nara sightsKofuku-ji, Nara Park, and other central attractions are easily reached on foot.

Easy station accessAbout eight minutes from Kintetsu Nara Station and walkable from JR Nara Station.

Traditional tatami roomsJapanese-style rooms with tatami flooring and futon bedding add local character.

Public bath onsiteGuests can unwind in the shared public bath after a day of sightseeing.

Japanese breakfastA set Japanese breakfast is served, adding a more ryokan-like stay experience.

Free parking valueFree parking is a practical perk for travelers exploring Nara by car.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsAccess is the strongest driver here: it is walkable from Kintetsu Nara Station and close to Naramachi, Nara Park, Kofuku-ji and Todai-ji, so one night works well for an afternoon-evening-morning Nara visit, while two nights suits travelers who want slower temple time, evening walks, and one ryokan dinner without rushing onward.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a practical 1-night Nara stay or a calm 2-night cultural stop, not as a destination onsen retreat or long regional base.

Know before booking

Not a true onsenIt has large shared baths, but verified information does not support natural hot spring status.

Limited luxury factorThis is a simple traditional city ryokan, not a high-end private-bath retreat.

Can feel too longMore than two nights may feel excessive unless you specifically want a slow Nara schedule.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Private-room style Japanese breakfast; set meals may be available with some plans.

Junpei (nearby)

nearby2 min walk

Very close local Japanese dining option near the ryokan.

Cafe Etranger Narad (nearby)

nearby3 min walk

Nearby cafe useful for coffee, light meals, and breaks.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, arrive via Kintetsu Nara Station if coming from central Kyoto/Osaka sightseeing routes, or JR Nara Station if using JR lines; from either station, a short taxi ride is the easiest option with luggage. Kansai International Airport is the most useful airport for many overseas arrivals, while Osaka Itami Airport can be practical for domestic flights.

Kintetsu Nara Stationstation
510 mabout 10–15 min on footabout 5–10 min by taxilimited benefit; often fastest on foot or by short taxi ride
Usually the most convenient rail arrival point for visitors heading to central Nara and Nara Park side areas; a good first choice if you are not tied to JR.
JR Nara Stationstation
590 mabout 15–20 min on footabout 5–10 min by taxishort local bus or taxi transfer may be easier than walking with luggage
Best for travelers using JR lines, including Kyoto or Tennoji connections; more comfortable to finish by taxi if carrying bags.
Kintetsu-Nara Station Bus Stopbus
500 mabout 10–15 min on foot from the ryokan areaabout 5–10 min by taxiuseful for local Nara city bus connections; exact stop position and route should be checked locally
Helpful if you plan to continue onward by city bus to major Nara sights, but less important than the rail station itself for first arrival.
JR Nara Station Bus Terminalbus
580 mabout 15–20 min on footabout 5–10 min by taxiuseful for local bus transfers; best checked locally
Useful mainly for onward bus travel across Nara City or if you arrive by JR and want a bus instead of walking.
Osaka Itami Airportairport
37 kmabout 60–90 min by car depending on traffictypically about 75–110 min with bus and/or rail transfers
A practical alternative for domestic arrivals; often convenient if your trip already routes through Osaka.
Kansai International Airportairport
60 kmabout 70–100 min by car depending on traffictypically about 90–120 min with rail transfers
Usually the most useful airport for international visitors heading directly into the Kansai region; rail access to Nara is generally straightforward but may involve transfers.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Walkable Nara baseThe property sits in Ogawa-cho in the Naramachi area, within walking reach of Kintetsu Nara Station, Nara Park, and several central sightseeing spots. That makes it convenient if you want to explore on foot without relying heavily on transport.
Free on-site parkingFree private parking is a real advantage in central Nara, especially for travelers doing a wider Kansai road trip. This can make the stay more practical than many centrally located alternatives.
Japanese-style roomsRooms use tatami flooring and futon bedding, giving the stay a more traditional feel than a standard business hotel. It suits travelers who specifically want a light ryokan atmosphere in the city.
Good value breakfast reputationGuest scoring suggests meals perform better than several other aspects of the stay, which is a positive sign if you plan to eat breakfast at the property. For a modest ryokan, that can add a more satisfying local touch to the experience.
Small-scale, quieter feelThis is a relatively compact property, which can feel calmer and more personal than a larger chain hotel. That smaller scale may appeal if you prefer a low-key stay near the old town streets of Nara.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Facilities look datedReview patterns and listing details suggest this is a more old-fashioned property rather than a refreshed modern ryokan. If you care a lot about stylish interiors or newer bathrooms, it may feel behind the curve.
Comfort is fairly basicAmenities appear simple, with practical room features rather than a more luxurious ryokan setup. Travelers expecting a refined onsen-inn experience may find it too modest.
Bath experience is limitedThe bath ratings are not especially strong, and the property appears more focused on standard bathing facilities than a standout hot-spring experience. That matters if a memorable bath is one of your main reasons for booking a ryokan.
Not ideal from JR Nara StationIt is walkable, but with luggage the approach may feel less convenient than staying right by the station. Travelers prioritizing the easiest rail access might prefer something closer to JR Nara.
Small property means fewer extrasBecause it is a compact ryokan, you should not expect the broader services, lounge spaces, or facilities that larger hotels sometimes offer. It is more about a straightforward overnight stay than a destination stay.

Current position: 29th out of 37 ryokans in Nara.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
24th	Ryotei Jyusouya	8.2/10	3
25th	Kakimotoya	8.7/10	69
26th	Hotel New Wakasa	8.7/10	111
27th	Yoshidaya Ryokan よしだや	8.7/10	699
28th	Hotel Nosegawa	8.6/10	121
29th	Hotel Mimatsu Current ryokan	8.4/10	30
30th	Marubun, auberge thermale à Dorogawa Onsen	8.3/10	24
31st	KAMENOI HOTEL Nara	8.5/10	186
32nd	Itaniya	8.4/10	103
33rd	Kanko Hotel Tamaru	8.1/10	41
34th	Tenpyo Ryokan	8.3/10	291