Ryokan MatsumaevsPetit Hotel Nara Club
Both hotels are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Ryokan Matsumae scores slightly better than Petit Hotel Nara Club. Ryokan Matsumae comes in at #10 in Nara with accolades from 2 sources like Insight Guides, Lonely Planet.
Ryokan Matsumae
 Insight Guides
 Lonely Planet
28-1 Higashi Terabayashicho, Nara, Nara Prefecture 630-8362
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- Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Laundry Service
 - Laundy Room
 - Smoking Rooms
 - Air Conditioning
 
 "A friendly ryokan in the old quarter of town, there is a choice of rooms with bath or communal bathing. Close to Nara Park." 
 "This friendly little ryokan lays claim to an incredibly convenient location in Naramachi, a short walk from all the sights... The feeling here is warm and relaxing." Full review
Petit Hotel Nara Club
 Fodor's
21 Kitamikado-cho, Nara, Nara Prefecture 630-8204
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- Hot Tub
 - Family Friendly
 
 "Reminiscent of a European pension... Here you're away from the hustle and bustle, but it's only a scenic 20-minute walk from Todai Temple." Full review