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Our top choices for Nara hostels

Property entrance

Mori no Guest House - Hostel

Mori no Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Tenri
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (46 reviews)
"Excellent property. Highly recommend"
Canada
Roya
The price is ￥6,168
￥6,798 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Mori no Guest House - Hostel
City view from property

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (255 reviews)
"Check-in was a breeze. The location is fantastic, and the breakfast each morning was even better. Should I return to Nara this will absolutely be my first choice of places to stay again!"
United States
Caden
The price is ￥5,101
￥5,622 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel
Interior

Comfy Stay Sarusawaike

Comfy Stay Sarusawaike
2.0 star property
Naramachi
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (10 reviews)
"It was like a shared house experience for us. The hotel room was a bit small but clean overall. The area was in the walking distance from shopping streets, restaurants and major shrines. Also the complimentary water and some juice were very nice."
Japan
Hiroko
The price is ￥7,230
￥11,004 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Comfy Stay Sarusawaike
Classic Triple Room, Non Smoking | View from room

HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel

HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel
1.0 star property
Naramachi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (199 reviews)
"Comfortable host ! But we just stayed one night. Next time we will stay a few days."
Hong Kong SAR China
kit
The price is ￥4,090
￥4,499 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel
Basic Double Room | Cribs (free), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Hotel Base Nara

Hotel Base Nara
2.0 star property
Nara
7.6 out of 10, Good, (4 reviews)
"また来年も宜しくお願いします"
Japan
masanobu
The price is ￥11,664
￥12,960 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Hotel Base Nara
Superior Japanese Style Room | View from room

Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel

Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Small Japanese style guesthouse , close to the park very good for budget travelers."
United States
Cindy
The price is ￥5,046
￥7,550 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel
Exterior

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
The price is ￥4,254
￥4,679 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
Exterior

BOND - Hostel

BOND - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimamoto
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (19 reviews)
"great location no staff as such just follow door codes given in app nice area good transport links"
United Kingdom
nicholas
The price is ￥6,985
￥7,712 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
BOND - Hostel
Exterior

Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel

Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel
1.0 star property
Fujiidera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"The owner was very nice and accommodating "
United States
Elliot
The price is ￥3,456
￥3,820 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel
Garden

Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel
2.0 star property
Arashiyama
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Canada
Heather
The price is ￥8,819
￥9,810 total
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Mulan Hostel
Lobby lounge

J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel

J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel
1.5 star property
Konohana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (145 reviews)
"Room was clean and neat, friendly atmosphere for families or just friends "
United States
Rogelio
The price is ￥5,091
￥5,600 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel
Street view

SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel

SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashi-osaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (47 reviews)
"Sekai Hotel was perfect for what I needed: a place to sleep and keep some stuff while I explored Osaka. It is a great deal, close to the subway and tons of shops and restaurants, and got the job done. "
United States
Devina
The price is ￥10,909
￥12,109 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel
Lobby lounge

Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto
2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (898 reviews)
"Room and spaces were clean, staff was great, location was ideal."
United States
Laura
The price is ￥4,977
￥5,544 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Japanese Style Room, 3 People (Shared bathroom and toilet) Check-in 5PM to 9PM | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Guest House Oumi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Tommy always makes you feel at home, a great place to stay if you want to experience Kyoto like a local. The guesthouse is minutes away from both metro an JR stations, there are businesses, convenience stores, public baths and everything you need to feel at home."
Mexico
José
The price is ￥4,116
￥5,781 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
Pool

Guest House HANA – Hostel

Guest House HANA – Hostel
1.0 star property
Otsu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (46 reviews)
"Super kind host, "
Canada
Jonas
The price is ￥5,785
￥7,001 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Guest House HANA – Hostel
Lobby lounge

K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (554 reviews)
"Helpful staff, and great location."
United States
Raymond
The price is ￥3,889
￥4,838 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
Cafe

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (580 reviews)
"Terrific morning breakfast at a cost but well worth it to set you up for the day of exploring. Great location."
Australia
Matthew
The price is ￥4,928
￥5,482 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Lobby

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
2.5 star property
Minami Ward
7.2 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"Beware the map attached currently points to Kyoto City Hall, the actual location of this hotel is near Kyoto Station well over 2 miles away."
United States
JONATHON
The price is ￥3,641
￥4,013 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
Front of property

2Z - DOYANEN HOTELS

2Z - DOYANEN HOTELS
2.0 star property
Nishinari
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"清潔感があって過ごしやすかったです。少し部屋は暗めかな？と思いましたが、部屋でずっと過ごすわけではないので大丈夫かな。 共同スペースも綺麗でした。安いし、軽く泊まる時にまた使用したいです。"
Japan
Kanae
The price is ￥3,054
￥3,398 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
2Z - DOYANEN HOTELS
Interior entrance

Roots Hostel

Roots Hostel
1.0 star property
Nishi
7.8 out of 10, Good, (252 reviews)
"Acceptable but could of used some deep cleaning"
Canada
Corey
The price is ￥3,404
￥3,777 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Roots Hostel
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Top Nara Hotel Reviews

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel is directly above the huge Yodabashi Camera department store and food hall and across the street from Osaka Station making it extremely convenient to shop, hop on the JR and Metro to see other parts of the city, and find places to eat. We had a room with 4 beds which was very spacious. Breakfast buffet is fantastic with an extensive variety of both western and traditional Japanese options."
Eugene 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Find out more about Nara

Nara Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,211
Accommodation
227 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥3,398
Highest Price
￥12,960

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Nara?
By going with a hostel you can reduce your spending on lodging and set aside more of your budget for exploring during your trip. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its temples and monuments.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but all of them have three main qualities in common, including budget prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in Nara?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options have the best reviews from our travelers and might be a good place to look first: HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Nara Park. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and laundry facilities. You'll find bed sheets and free WiFi in all rooms. Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Nara Park. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. You'll find towels, TVs, and hair dryers in all rooms.
How many hostels are there in Nara?
If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Nara, one of Expedia's 11 hostels might be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Nara?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 43°F. The rainiest months in Nara are July, June, September, and October, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Nara?
In general, Nara is known for its temples, gardens, and monuments. Major attractions include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle, and Tsutenkaku Tower. Get out into nature with places like Nara Park, Mount Wakakusa, and Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest. Cultural attractions include Nara National Museum, Nara City Museum of Photography, and Nara Craft Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Nara while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Nara on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Itami Airport (ITM), 21.9 mi (35.3 km) from the city center. An alternative is Kobe Airport (UKB), located 32.7 mi (52.7 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. To check out more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Shin-Omiya Station, Nara Station, or Kintetsu-Nara Station.

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