Chiba Prefecture · Japan
Where to stay in Narita
Narita is a city in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, home to about 131,000 people. This guide covers 2 hotels in Narita.
- Places to stay in this guide
- 2
- Nearest airport
- NRT6 km · Narita International Airport
- Currency
- JPYyen
- Time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Language
- Japanese
About
About Narita
Narita (成田市, Narita-shi) is a city in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. As of 30 November 2020, the city had an estimated population of 131,852 in 63,098 households and a population density of 620 persons per km2.
Narita town is very charming with lots of quaint winding old streets lined with old wooden shops. The pace of life here is dramatically different to that of nearby Tokyo and is very relaxed. Naritasan is one of the most-visited temples in Japan. Its major annual festivals, with parades and traditional performances, give you a glimpse into a historical Japan. The city is a major congregation point for airline staff too so you can take it that most of the foreigners in town are air crew. This means there's a bit more to Narita's nightlife than may seem at first in this sleepy town.
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Things to do
What to see and do in Narita
See
- Naritasan Shinshō-ji Temple
- Sakura-no-Yama
- Sanrizuka Imperial Ranch Memorial Hall
- Museum of Aeronautical Science
- Narita Tourist Pavilion
- Boso No Mura
- Narita Wholesale Market
- Narita Airport and Community Historical Museum
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Where to stay
Places to stay in Narita
2 places to stay from the chains this guide covers, each linked to its own website.
| Place to stay |
|---|
| Toyoko Inn Narita Airport Honkan hotel |
| Toyoko Inn Narita Airport Shinkan hotel |
Where to stay
Which part of Narita to stay in
Narita has a lot of hotels in the vicinity and they are often cheaper than hotels in central Tokyo thus it may be worthwhile staying out at the airport on your first/last night. If you want to get a cheap rate, however, do book in advance as rates and availability for walk up customers are highly variable.
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Where to stay
More hotels in Narita
15 hotels within 25 km of the centre, as recorded in Wikidata. Each name links to its encyclopedia article where there is one.
| Hotel | Opened | From centre |
|---|---|---|
| Hilton Tokyo Narita Airport | 2002 | 3.3 km |
| Hotel Mystays Premier Narita Tokyu Hotels, Iconia Hospitality | 1985 | 3.1 km |
| Hotel Nikko Narita Okura Nikko Hotel Management | 1978 | 5.6 km |
| Narita Airport Rest House | 1978 | 6.2 km |
| Narita Tobu Hotel Airport | 5.6 km | |
| ANA Crowne Plaza Narita | 4.9 km | |
| Art Hotel Narita Iconia Hospitality | 1974 | 3.3 km |
| Hotel Welco Narita | 0.3 km | |
| Narita Gateway Hotel | 1992 | 2.9 km |
| Richmond Hotel Narita | 0.1 km | |
| Center Hotel Narita 2 R51 | 0.1 km | |
| Comfort Hotel Narita | 0.1 km | |
| International Garden Hotel Narita | 1.5 km | |
| Narita Sando Guesthouse | 0.5 km | |
| Wakamatsu Honten | 1768 | 0.9 km |
When to go
The best time to visit Narita
Narita has no month that is both mild and dry by the measure used here. August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C; October is the wettest, with about 200 mm of rain.
Comfortable means average daytime high between 18 °C and 29 °C and under 80 mm of rain in the month. Averages for 1991–2020 over the surrounding area, a grid square about 50 km across, so a coast or a nearby mountain can make the town itself warmer or cooler. Data: CRU TS v4.10, Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia (Open Database License).
Getting there
Getting to Narita: airports and arrival
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Narita International Airport (NRT), about 6.4 km from the city centre in a straight line; Ibaraki Airport (IBR, 46 km) and Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND, 54 km) are also within reach.
Getting in
The main airport for Narita is, of course, Narita Airport. The easiest way into Narita city from the airport is to take the Keisei Line service which leaves every 20 minutes. The fare is ¥250 and the ride takes about ten minutes. Local buses are available for use from the train station. Do not take train services from the airport labeled as “Narita Sky Access Line", as they do not go to Narita City. Also note that in order to access the Main Line platforms where trains to Narita depart from, you must go through a second ticket gate.
Getting around
Once you have arrived in the center of town, local buses are available for use. Some destinations, on the other hand (like the temple) are easily reached by walking. Buses operated by Narita Kuko Kotsu are mainly useful for accessing the Aviation Museum and industrial areas around the airport. Fares for this line range from ¥150 to ¥420 depending on distance. Take your passport with you for re-entry to the airport.
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NRT · Narita International Airport
IBR · Ibaraki Airport
HND · Tokyo Haneda International Airport
Local knowledge
Eating, drinking and staying safe in Narita
Eat
Many shops on the main street sell unagi (うなぎ) broiled eel in a sweet sauce. It can be expensive for a standard plate (unaju (うな重), layered on rice, is ¥1500) but it is quite tasty. Look for the guys cleaning and chopping the eels right by the street-side. Another great option is takoyaki (たこ焼き), or fried octopus balls. These are popular on the go treats, going for ¥360 for ten small takoyaki. Order zenbu (全部) to get all the toppings. There is a stand right by the Keisei line station main exit (left as you are leaving). Look for the little cartoon octopus pulling a cart of fried balls.
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Questions
Narita: questions travellers ask
When is the best time to visit Narita?
Narita has no month that is both mild and dry by the measure used here. August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C; October is the wettest, with about 200 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Narita?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Narita International Airport (NRT), about 6.4 km from the city centre in a straight line; Ibaraki Airport (IBR, 46 km) and Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND, 54 km) are also within reach.
What currency is used in Narita?
yen (JPY).
Nearby
Destinations near Narita
Sources: city facts from Wikidata and Wikipedia; airports from OurAirports; climate from CRU TS v4.10 (University of East Anglia Climatic Research Unit), 1991–2020 monthly means, 0.5° grid; places to stay, guest scores and amenities from each operator's own public pages. How this guide is made.