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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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (43 reviews)
"newly renovated, staff were very friendly!"
Canada
Matthew
The price is ￥6,300
￥6,930 total
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Mori no Guest House - 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 ￥7,699
￥11,524 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Comfy Stay Sarusawaike
Basic Double Room | Free WiFi, 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 ￥13,746
￥15,219 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Hotel Base Nara
City view from property

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (231 reviews)
"Great location, great hotel"
Mexico
Kristel
The price is ￥7,483
￥8,231 total
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel
Superior Japanese Style Room | View from room

Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel

Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (67 reviews)
"Small Japanese style guesthouse , close to the park very good for budget travelers."
United States
Cindy
The price is ￥5,580
￥8,180 total
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel
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, (188 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 ￥6,337
￥7,024 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel
Exterior

BOND - Hostel

BOND - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimamoto
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (17 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 ￥6,873
￥7,609 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
BOND - Hostel
Exterior

Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel

Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel
1.0 star property
Fujiidera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"The owner was very nice and accommodating "
United States
Elliot
The price is ￥7,201
￥7,937 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel
Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay, a nice experience in a Japanese house. Mama and Papa are so kind and generous, very welcoming, and the place is so cosy and charming. I'd happily come back and stay here! 😊🤗 "
South Korea
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥18,000
￥19,800 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
Garden

Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel
2.0 star property
Arashiyama
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Canada
Heather
The price is ￥12,326
￥13,681 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Mulan Hostel
Lobby sitting area

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is ￥9,600
￥10,582 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
Books

Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"작은 1인실은 편안했습니다. 조용하고 시설이 정말 좋아요. 주인아지씨도 엄청 친절하고요. 다시 머물고싶어요."
South Korea
hanjung
The price is ￥16,854
￥18,774 total
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Kokonoe Machiya
Property grounds

Noosa Japan - Hostel

Noosa Japan - Hostel
1.5 star property
Takatsuki
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (25 reviews)
The price is ￥28,965
￥32,220 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Noosa Japan - Hostel
Living area

Hostel Otro Mundo

Hostel Otro Mundo
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (59 reviews)
"Everything perfect, clean, staff very kind "
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ￥10,589
￥11,753 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Hostel Otro Mundo
Property entrance

add chaganju - Hostel

add chaganju - Hostel
2.0 star property
Uji
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (77 reviews)
"共同部分が狭かった。 立地が良くて駐車場が無料でついていたのが良かった。 "
Japan
reiko
The price is ￥8,345
￥9,226 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
add chaganju - Hostel
Exterior

Azalea - Hostel

Azalea - Hostel
1.0 star property
Taisho-ku
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"The host was great and staying there was very nice!"
United States
Kathryn
The price is ￥9,100
￥10,100 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Azalea - Hostel
Premium Double Room | Down comforters, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Feel Osaka Yu - Hostel

Feel Osaka Yu - Hostel
3.0 star property
Minami
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"it is a safe place to stay and feel comfortable all time "
United States
Ed
The price is ￥18,086
￥19,895 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Feel Osaka Yu - Hostel
Exterior

Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto
2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (887 reviews)
"Room and spaces were clean, staff was great, location was ideal."
United States
Laura
The price is ￥8,965
￥9,937 total
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Cafe

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (571 reviews)
"Excellent location, friendly staff comfortable sleeps. "
Canada
usha
The price is ￥9,531
￥10,567 total
Apr 30 - May 1
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Japanese garden

Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Very nice to experience traditional Japanese accommodation, Hiro is a very friendly and attentive host! Strongly recommended!"
Norway
Andrea
The price is ￥13,431
￥14,940 total
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Gion Koh - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Nara Hotel Reviews

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast menu was pretty fresh. It’s buffet style. The atmosphere was great and the views was from my was top notch. I love this hotel."
Beverly 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Find out more about Nara

Nara Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,249
Accommodation
212 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥6,930
Highest Price
￥32,220

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 18 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 Mount Wakakusa, Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest, and Nara Park. Cultural attractions include Nara National Museum, Neiraku 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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