Ab Hotel Nara

very near to the JR station, there is a supermarket under the station

the Japanese style breakfast is perfect, but there is no lunch or dinner

Location is superb - almost right next to Nara Station and easy access to key points

Breakfast is a little chaotic as food runs out and the staff running about trying to replenish food and clean utensils.

Simple, affordable and very good little hotel. Its literally across the Nara Station, you have access to a plethora of shops, the train, bus, everything you need. The staff was very welcoming and willing to help. Room was perfect, comfortable bed, quiet space.

Breakfast is complimentary, but not exquisite ... its a little below average, but again its free so you can't really complain too much. Also if you have a car, the hotel parking can get crowded at night so you may not have a spot there, but there are plenty of other options around, though it will be more expensive.