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Where to stay in Narita comes down to one question: are you catching an early flight or exploring the temple town? The airport zone wins for early departures, the station area wins for transport and cheap eats, and the temple district wins for a traditional ryokan night. Below is where to stay in Narita by area, with three hotels per area across luxury, mid-range, and budget. For area descriptions, see the Narita neighborhoods guide.
Where to Stay in Narita: Narita Airport Area
The airport area is a ring of shuttle hotels 5 to 15 minutes from Terminals 1, 2, and 3, all with free buses running on a loop. This is the right base for an early flight or a one-night transit, and it is the only zone where you will find full-service hotels with pools. For monthly flight and weather conditions, see Narita weather by month. For which months offer the lowest prices, see the best time to visit Narita guide.
Suggested Hotels in the Narita Airport Area
Hilton Tokyo Narita Airport
The Hilton is the area’s five-star option, with an indoor pool, hot tub, three restaurants, and a free shuttle that reaches the terminals in 10 minutes. Best for travelers who want a full-service resort night before a long-haul flight. Check rates and availability
Narita Tobu Hotel Airport
Narita Tobu Hotel Airport has a fitness centre, sauna, indoor pool, and a free shuttle that runs every 20 to 30 minutes to the terminals. Best for families who want a dependable mid-range stopover with an on-site restaurant. Check rates and availability
9h nine hours Narita Airport
9h nine hours is a capsule hotel inside Terminal 2, with pod-style sleeping rooms, shared showers, and a 24-hour front desk. Best for solo travelers on a tight budget or a very early connection who want to stay inside the terminal. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Narita: Narita Station and City Center
The station area, clustered around Keisei Narita and JR Narita stations, puts you within a 10-minute walk of the temple and gives you the Skyliner and JR lines straight into Tokyo. It has the widest spread of business hotels and the cheapest meals. For the temple and plane-spotting sights nearby, see things to do in Narita. Train fares into Tokyo are covered in the Narita travel tips and FAQ guide.
Suggested Hotels in Narita Station and City Center
International Garden Hotel Narita
The International Garden Hotel Narita sits a short walk from JR Narita Station with a fitness centre, restaurant, and larger-than-average rooms for the town. Best for couples and business travelers who want a step above the standard business hotel. Check rates and availability
APA Hotel Keisei Narita Ekimae
The APA Hotel Keisei Narita Ekimae is one minute from Keisei Narita Station’s east exit, with a public bath, on-site restaurant, and compact modern rooms. Best for travelers who want the fastest possible transfer from the Skyliner to a bed. Check rates and availability
Narita U-City Hotel
Narita U-City Hotel is a short walk from the station with simple air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, and free Wi-Fi at a reliably low rate. Best for budget travelers who want a private room near the temple without paying airport-zone prices. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Narita: Naritasan Temple Area
The temple area, around Omotesando and the Naritasan gate, is the most atmospheric part of town and the only place to sleep in a traditional ryokan on futons. It is quiet after the day-trippers leave and gives you the temple to yourself before 8:00. For the temple’s annual events, see events and festivals in Narita. For an overview of the whole town, see the Narita travel guide.
Suggested Hotels in the Naritasan Temple Area
Wakamatsu Honten
Wakamatsu Honten is a ryokan directly across from the Naritasan main gate, with Japanese-style rooms, large public baths, and optional kaiseki dinners. Best for travelers who want an authentic temple-side stay rather than a standard airport hotel. Check rates and availability
Comfort Hotel Narita
The Comfort Hotel Narita is a five-minute walk from JR Narita Station and close to the temple approach, with a free breakfast and free Wi-Fi included in the rate. Best for first-time visitors who want a dependable mid-range base near both stations. Check rates and availability
Narita Sando Guesthouse
Narita Sando Guesthouse sits near the foot of Omotesando with dorm beds and private rooms, a shared kitchen, and a relaxed common area. Best for backpackers and solo travelers who want the cheapest bed within walking distance of the temple. Check rates and availability
