Detailed review & photos “JW Marriott Hotel Nara”
- What is the appearance of the hotel? Check the entrance and reception
- What is the Executive Suite like?
- Bathroom
- Closet and safe
- Mini bar and cafe
- Executive Lounge
- Restaurants in the Hotel
- Facilities in the Hotel
- Hotel Surroundings
- Staff and Guests
- Access
- Summary
Stay nights：1 night
# of people：2 people
"JW Marriott Hotel Nara" is a hotel that just opened on July 22, 2020, and is the first hotel in Japan of JW Marriott, a luxury brand of Marriott International. With the concept of "Modern Japanese elegance," you can expect the best stay in a beautiful space that incorporates the culture and nature of Nara. I was interested in this being the first international luxury hotel in Nara and the first landing in Japan, and since I am a platinum elite at Marriott, I decided to stay overnight during my visit in the Kansai area.
What is the appearance of the hotel? Check the entrance and reception
The hotel is located in the city center of Nara and is a low-rise hotel with a 6-story structure that fits the cityscape of Nara. It was a new and beautiful building with a chic and stylish design.
The hotel seen at night.
Hotel sign at the entrance.
The carport was spacious and there was a doorman standing at the entrance.
Entrance
The entrance seen from the inside.
The lobby was a modern Japanese design with bonsai and flower arrangements decorated here and there. It was a luxurious lobby, but very cozy.
There was a stylish lobby lounge right by the entrance.
Front desk
Deers were decorated throughout the hotel.
Lobby floor elevator hall.
Guest room floor elevator hall.
Sofas were placed at the elevator hall.
Guest room floor corridor.
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What is the Executive Suite like?
Guest room entrance door.
There was a bathroom at the entrance.
I am a Marriott Platinum Elite, so I was able to have my room upgraded to a suite. It was a spacious room of 92 sqm. There was a living room and a bedroom.
I was able to spend a relaxing time in a room using a wooden desin and natural colors.
The window in the living room was big with sunlight shining in.
I could see the Nara City Hall from the window, but it was under construction. There were no tall buildings around the hotel, so it felt very open.
There was a large sofa, chair, stools and a table in the living room.
It was a comfortable sofa to sit on.
The TV was 65 inches wide. Since it has a lot of functions and can be connected to mobile phones using Chromecast or Bluetooth, I was able to enjoy my favorite contents on a big screen.
A dining table for four.
There were outlets here and there in the room which was convenient for charging electronic devices.
Air conditioner, curtains and light control switches.
There were two windows in the bedroom making the room bright.
The bed was made during the turndown service.
The king size bed was very spacious.
There were outlets, USB port and a light and curtain switch by the bed. There was a Bluetooth speaker alarm on the beside table and you can charge your phone wireless.
A pillow mist which smelled of lavender.
The pillows were fluffy and comfortable to sleep on.
A 55 inch TV in the bedroom.
Sofa
Chair for one.
There was a walk-in closet and a bathroom next to the bedroom.
Utility space
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Bathroom
There was a spacious bathroom with a bathtub, shower booth, toilet and a sink.
The marble bathroom was luxurious.
I was able to relax in the bathtub.
Aromatherapy Associates bath soap and bath salt.
There was an overhead shower and a hand shower in the shower booth. The water pressure was not very strong, but I was able to wash comfortably.
You can sit down.
Shampoo, conditioner and body soap were also products of Aromatherapy Associates.
The bathrobe felt nice on my skin.
There was a toilet with a glass door.
A toilet with a washlet function.
The sink was spacious with a Hollywood mirror perfect for doing makeup.
There was also a magnify mirror.
Hand soap and body lotion.
Amenities such as a sanitary bag, cotton, cotton swab, shower cap, emery board were in a box.
There was also toothbrush, comb, razor, shaving gel and mouthwash.
Hand towels and face towels.
Hair dryer
There was another toilet in a private room with a sink.
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Closet and safe
There was a walk-in closet between the bathroom and the bedroom.
It was a spacious closet.
Bathrobes, nightwear, iron and ironing board.
Bathrobe and nightwear.
Fluffy slippers
Shoe horn and shoe shine. There was also a shoe polish service.
Ironing board
Iron
Baggage rack and chest.
Clothes brush and laundry service.
Safe
Digital scale
Extra towels
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Mini bar and cafe
There was a cafe corner in the cabinet.
Coffee machine and free coffee capsules.
Four free bottles of water.
Glasses
Tea cups, Hoji tea and green tee. There was also a bottle of wine that costed extra money.
Snacks and alcohol.
Electric kettle and ice pale.
There were also drinks in the fridge which costed extra money.
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Executive Lounge
There was a stylish executive lounge.
It was an elegant lounge with a high ceiling and big windows.
There was a kitchen designed so that the fridge cannot be seen. Originally, light meals are offered 4 times a day from 7am to 10pm, but when I stayed, breakfast was served at the restaurant on the first floor.
During the cocktail time from 17:00, various kinds of alcohol were lined up, and light snacks such as appetizers were prepared.
A private room perfect for holding a business meeting. It is free to use for two hours.
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Restaurants in the Hotel
Lobby lounge “Flying Stag” on the first floor.
Japanese restaurant “Azekura” on the first floor.
I had breakfast at the “Silk Road Dining” located at the back of the lobby lounge.
The ceiling was high and the windows were big. The oriental design was very relaxing.
Originally, breakfast is served buffet style, but due to the Corona virus it was served as a set.
Small items such as salad and pickles could be picked up from the counter.
Dessert, yogurt and drinks were also prepared on the counter.
Japanese set meal
Western set meal
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Facilities in the Hotel
There was an indoor pool. I was able to swim at peace in this elegant pool.
Hot water whirlpool
A gym open 24 hours a day.
There was also a spa.
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Hotel Surroundings
The hotel is located in the city center of Nara, in front of Nara City Hall, and there were many restaurants in the area, so I experienced no inconveniences during my stay. The Heijo Palace site was nearby and the Nara Park was only a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
The Nara Convention Center adjacent to the hotel. There was a tourism promotion facility, Tsutaya bookstore and a convenience store inside.
Nara Park
Todaiji Nandai-mon
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Staff and Guests
The staff were polite and welcoming. They were also very attentive and easy to approach. There seemed to be many local guests staying at this hotel or having lunch or dinner at the restaurants. I often saw couples and families.
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Deluxe King Guest Room, Deluxe Guest room, 1 King, City view This double room has air conditioning. | Check details » |
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Executive King Guest Room, Executive lounge access, 1 King This double room has air conditioning, executive lounge access and satellite TV. | Check details » |
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Executive Twin Guest Room, Executive lounge access, 2 Double This double room features a executive lounge access and air conditioning. | Check details » |
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Nara Junior Suite, Junior Suite, 1 King, Sofa bed, City view This double room has a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. | Check details » |
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Access
The hotel was about a 7 minute drive from Nara Station and a 7 minute walk from Shin-Omiya, which is a Kintetsu Line train from Nara Station. There is also a bus stop in front of the hotel, so you can easily get around the city.
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Summary
I had a nice stay at the “JW Marriott Hotel Nara.” The hotel was modern and elegant with a luxurious yet casual and cozy atmosphere. It is a new hotel, so the room was very functional. You can stay at the hotel and spend a relaxing time instead of going out. However, the location is very convenient, so you can get around the city very easily and visit many sightseeing spots. I would love to stay at this hotel again if I get the chance to visit Nara.
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Popular Room Types
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Deluxe King Guest Room, Deluxe Guest room, 1 King, City view This double room has air conditioning. | Check details » |
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Deluxe Twin Guest Room, Guest room, 2 Double, City view This double room features air conditioning and flat-screen TV. | Check details » |
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Executive King Guest Room, Executive lounge access, 1 King This double room has air conditioning, executive lounge access and satellite TV. | Check details » |
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Executive Twin Guest Room, Executive lounge access, 2 Double This double room features a executive lounge access and air conditioning. | Check details » |
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Nara Junior Suite, Junior Suite, 1 King, Sofa bed, City view This double room has a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. | Check details » |
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