Grand Mercure Nara Kashihara
What Guests Say
It’s conveniently located from the train station. Two minutes away from the EAST EXIT. I took the central and west exits and had to backtrack. It’s also close to restaurants and a 100 yen shop. The spring water bath in the basement is a huge plus : there’s a sauna and cooling pool which is available evenings, drink station for hot and cold drinks, a massage area, a relaxing area with comfy chairs, soft lights and music. The buffet breakfast is huge and tasty with western and Japanese selections and with manned stations and many staffers to clean tables and replenish items. Free drinks in the afternoon. My window could open to let fresh air in. There was an air cleaning machine. The desk staff were helpful in helping to find restaurants and there is an information office next door open from 9-5. Many Japanese were guests showing their approval of this franchise. The elevators was fast.
Andrew
May 2024
Very spacious & grand entrance, lobby & common areas that are newly furnished. Right next to the train station, convenient to go to Yoshinoyama. Pretty spacious room Spacious onsen areas with lovely, zen interior decor. There is a nice area with sofas to cool down after the hot onsen. Non-alcoholic sake (supposedly with plenty of amino acids & vitamins) is provided until 10pm. Other drinks also available. Happy hour with many types of alcohol, coffee, tea, water & snacks provided at night. There is even a fridge to keep the glasses cold! Superb breakfast buffet with plenty to choose from. Apart from the usual fare, there are 2 types of smoothies, fresh green salads, Viet pho, soft serve ice cream & beers. They even have a pancake making machine to be eaten with ham, poached egg, cabonara sauce, black pepper & a super yummy guatamalo sauce. Also love the chocolate hazelnut sauce & signature "sunny side up" - a dessert with a red round jelly floating in a white, sweet honey dew sauce. There was no variation over the 3 mornings we ate there, but there is no need to vary cos there are so many choices and all are so appetizing. Very warm & polite staff
Pui
April 2025
Hotel was very close to Kashiharajingu-mei Jr station. Easy to make day trips to Asuka, Yoshinoyama national park, Hasedera etc. The hotel offered free drinks and snacks at tea time and free alcohol and snacks in the evenings. Breakfast was wholesome, plentiful and varied. My room was very clean and and the beds comfortable. I enjoyed my stay here and would come again.
Kit
April 2025
Great for what it is- a massive hotel, one night layover on the way. The lounge was AMAZING. Great verity of high quality special alcohol, drinks and snacks. Honestly amazing and included in the price. The onsen was great and clean as well! Very friendly staff.
Adi
April 2025
The Lounge was comfortable w/ various light eats and even wine at 3-6 pm! We could open the window and enjoy the fresh air.
Eleanor
January 2025
This is a large hotel, big enough for multiple bus tours, yet the staff was always kind and attentive. Parking was easy and touring to Asuka or Hasedera made lovely days. The buffet dinners and breakfasts had incredible variety, we always over ate by simply sampling all the offerings, though seating was best by arriving early.
Kgh069
December 2024
There were many variety of food for breakfast, and delicious. Japanese style room was spacious and comfortable. Of course, public large bath was also exciting and open air bath was additional pleasure.
Inseuck
April 2025
Everything. Quality hotel, big spacious room, professional and friendly staff. Bonus having welcome drink and snacks in the lounge. The whole hotel was excellent value and we would like to return one day. Close to train station and a close walk to large park and nature ponds.
Ricky
August 2024
Great location, wonderful staff, thanks for the extra pillows, lots of charging ports, beds very comfy and room was spacioius for Japanese standards. Onsen was lovely. There was a huge buffet, which we enjoyed.
Chantelle
March 2025
Interior appears a little dated, but is well designed and maintained. Large and comfortable rooms. Conveniently located right next to the train station. Overall I highly enjoyed staying there.
Anton
June 2024
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