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A wooden structure with stone steps leading up to a covered area with traditional Asian architectural elements.

1. Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

Nara

Laure

￥6,655 total

Dec 9 - Dec 10

A traditional Japanese house with a tiled roof, a wooden bench, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

2. Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel

Nara

Cindy

￥6,667 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, a wooden gate, and cherry blossoms.

3. HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel

Naramachi

Mia

￥6,682 total

Dec 9 - Dec 10

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a small indoor garden, and a reception area visible through the door.

4. Comfy Stay Sarusawaike

Naramachi

Hiroko

￥13,800 total

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A building with an 'Entrance' sign and a 'Mori Guest House' sign.

5. Mori no Guest House - Hostel

Tenri

Roya

￥8,706 total

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A room with tatami mat flooring and wooden tables.

6. Hotel Base Nara

Nara

masanobu

￥12,283 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern building with a large tree in front, a wooden door, and a stone wall.

7. BOND - Hostel

Shimamoto

nicholas

￥6,983 total

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, illuminated signs, and potted flowers.

8. add chaganju - Hostel

Uji

Molly

￥10,100 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A building facade with large windows, a balcony, and a red awning.

9. WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

Janine

￥7,102 total

Dec 9 - Dec 10

A bathroom with a white sink, a round mirror, and a lace curtain.

10. Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel

Fujiidera

Abdirahman

￥8,909 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a bed with pillows.

11. AIR OSAKA HOSTEL

Suminoe

￥7,695 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a central table with a vase, and a bed with a headboard.

12. SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel

Higashi-osaka

Devina

￥8,240 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern urban area with a prominent high-rise building, a covered pedestrian walkway, and various commercial establishments.

13. Osaka Guesthouse Nest - Hostel

Tennoji

Michiko

￥3,927 total

Dec 14 - Dec 15

A building with a sign reading 'AND HOSTEL NAMBA SOUTH' indicating a hostel.

14. &AND HOSTEL NAMBA SOUTH

Minami

"This hostel is definitely one of the better ones that have just been renovated. One of the biggest perks is having a shared bathroom but having a private toilet room and private shower room as well as separate men and women bathrooms. Upon our arrival around 10pm, the front desk clerk was very helpful and informed us of how to get in when the front desk has closed. They were extremely helpful in getting us checked in, giving us the wifi pw, etc. The room itself was small but it was to be...

Cedric

￥4,210 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A building with vertical wooden slats, a small bonsai tree, and a sign reading "Guest House Oumi".

15. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Central Kyoto

José

￥7,781 total

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A modern conference room with a long table, chairs, and small tables with stools.

16. &And Hostel Shinsaibashi East

Chuo

Rene

￥4,455 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A hotel room with tatami flooring, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a view of city buildings at night.

17. COGO TENNOJI

Tennoji

Mathilde

￥3,539 total

Dec 14 - Dec 15

A modern building with a wooden facade, a covered outdoor seating area, and a visible entrance.

18. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Downtown Kyoto

Kayla

￥5,661 total

Dec 14 - Dec 15

A modern cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows.

19. GRAND HOSTEL LDK Osaka Shinsaibashi

Minami

Henry

￥9,176 total

Dec 14 - Dec 15

An indoor dining area with modern furniture and a glass wall overlooking a green space.

20. Piece Hostel Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

"Absolutely loved our stay here, the location was fantastic as it was smack dab in the center of downtown Kyoto with so many restaurants and shops located around the corner. The property itself was also fantastic with amazing communal areas like the rooftop patio and kitchens in each building. The staff was also super helpful and received our luggage transfer and helped us transfer to the next city we were visiting."

Joshua

￥7,106 total

Dec 14 - Dec 15

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Nara and related destinations

Bow to friendly deer roaming freely through ancient temples and shrines in Nara Park, where Japan's largest bronze Buddha awaits. Take a guided tour of Todai-ji temple's massive wooden structure, then sample traditional mochi sweets along Naramachi's preserved merchant district streets.

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A traditional Japanese temple with a large pond in front.

Top reviews in Nara

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

10/10 Excellent

Great place for solo or couples, staff was helpful and even though I came early I was able to lock up my bags before my check in, bring cash for the added tax or just pay with card (extra fee). Rooms are pretty much sound proof, showers were open but private, room is straight to the point and there’s space under the bed for luggage, an open kitchen to heat up your convenience store finds. Around 20+ minutes walk to some nightlife and shopping! For me it was a bit hard to get a taxi but the city...

Jasmine

Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Central Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

The owner Tomi is extremely attentive and will provide you with a multitude of services within and around the guest house. The traditional Japanese rooms are located on the second floor up a VERY STEEP set of stairs, keep that in mind for luggage and beverages. The onsen around the corner is super nice and you’re nearby to both JR station and local subways. Tomi also cooks egg breakfast sandwiches daily 7-9 am, has tea, coffee, and cold water/electric kettle available anytime. 12-5 pm is...

Adam

A modern building with a staircase, a sign reading 'PRESERVE HOSTEL KYOTO,' and two trees in front.

Piece Hostel Kyoto

Minami Ward

10/10 Excellent

We stayed three night at this Hostel’s private room for two so happily that we have recommended all our friends to look nowhere but this place when they visit Kyoto. We will not repeat all the great comments made already by other reviewers. They are absolutely true. What we would like to point out is that the great, thoughtful design and the management of the hotel. You can have all the convenience and comfort with such a reasonable price. Especially if you book a private room for two. It is...

Springleaves

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveler

Hostel Mitsuwaya Osaka

Chuo

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

A garden with a stone lantern, rocks, and various plants.

Mulan Hostel

Arashiyama

10/10 Excellent

This is a beautiful property and a great spot for Arashiyama! Within walking distance to a lot of the main sights but still off the beaten track. Very cute and well designed. Most of the other guests were incredibly respectful and friendly, the host was phenomenal. Highly recommend KyoCafe down the road and the grilled meats/seafood stand past the bridge on the main tourist street (hard to miss but didn’t catch a name). Also, highly recommend an early start for the bamboo groves, parks and...

Nichole

A person seated on a cushioned chair with a view of a cityscape through a chain-link fence.

Feel Osaka Yu - Hostel

Minami

10/10 Excellent

William

A cafe with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a signboard.

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

10/10 Excellent

Tina

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden countertops, and hanging light fixtures.

J-Hoppers Osaka Guesthouse

Konohana

10/10 Excellent

Wade

GRAND HOSTEL LDK Osaka Shinsaibashi

Minami

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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 13 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 Kyocera Dome Osaka. Get out into nature with places like Nara Park, Mount Wakakusa, and Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest. Cultural attractions include Nara National Museum, Nara Prefectural Art Museum, and Shosoin Temple.

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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Our top choices for Nara hostels

1. Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

2. Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel

3. HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel

4. Comfy Stay Sarusawaike

5. Mori no Guest House - Hostel

6. Hotel Base Nara

7. BOND - Hostel

8. add chaganju - Hostel

9. WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

10. Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel

11. AIR OSAKA HOSTEL

12. SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel

13. Osaka Guesthouse Nest - Hostel

14. &AND HOSTEL NAMBA SOUTH

15. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

16. &And Hostel Shinsaibashi East

17. COGO TENNOJI

18. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

19. GRAND HOSTEL LDK Osaka Shinsaibashi

20. Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nara and related destinations

Top reviews in Nara

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Nara?

What is a hostel?

What are the best hostels in Nara?

How many hostels are there in Nara?

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Nara?

What is there to see and do in Nara?

What's the best way to get to and around Nara while staying at a hostel?

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