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Our top choices for Nara hostels

A modern hotel lobby with wooden flooring, a reception desk, and potted plants.

1. Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (271 reviews)
"We warmly recommend the Bakery Château d'or hotel. We felt welcome, the room was comfortable and the food excellent."
United States
Laure
The price is P2,287
P2,515 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a view of a garden with a wooden gate and cherry blossoms.

2. HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel

HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel
1.0 star property
Naramachi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
"Interesting experience in a traditional japanese wooden house."
Canada
Mia
The price is P2,532
P2,785 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding shoji doors, and a view of greenery outside.

3. Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel

Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (70 reviews)
"Small Japanese style guesthouse , close to the park very good for budget travelers."
United States
Cindy
The price is P1,690
P2,655 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, and sliding shoji screens.

4. 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 P3,906
P5,490 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Comfy Stay Sarusawaike
The entrance to a hotel named 'Mori Guest House' with a wooden interior visible through the glass door.

5. Mori no Guest House - Hostel

Mori no Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Tenri
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (47 reviews)
"Excellent property. Highly recommend"
Canada
Roya
The price is P2,864
P3,151 total
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Mori no Guest House - Hostel
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and two windows.

6. Hotel Base Nara

Hotel Base Nara
2.0 star property
Nara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"また来年も宜しくお願いします"
Japan
masanobu
The price is P4,459
P4,905 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Hotel Base Nara
A modern building with a large tree in front, a wooden door, and a stone wall.

7. 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 P2,604
P2,864 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
BOND - Hostel
A modern building with a staircase leading to a lit entrance, surrounded by a bamboo fence and small plants.

8. add chaganju - Hostel

add chaganju - Hostel
2.0 star property
Uji
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
"Cute, comfortable accommodation with generous uji matcha available to try!"
Singapore
Molly
The price is P3,298
P3,628 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
add chaganju - Hostel
A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a view of greenery through a large window.

9. SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel

SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashi-osaka
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (50 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 P3,183
P3,501 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel
A hotel room with three beds, a wooden ceiling, and a large window with a grid pattern.

10. Osaka guest house sakura – Hostel

Osaka guest house sakura – Hostel
1.0 star property
Kita
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (133 reviews)
"The staff were really helpful and friendly "
United States
Frances
The price is P1,413
P1,647 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Osaka guest house sakura – Hostel
A wooden door with a 'VACANT' sign and a hanging light fixture.

11. Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel

Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel
1.0 star property
Fujiidera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (30 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Osaka. A quiet neighborhood that lets you get a feel for local life while still being close to everything the city has to offer. The host here is incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable about the city!"
United States
Abdirahman
The price is P3,190
P3,509 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel
An outdoor seating area with a sign for the Air Osaka Hostel.

12. AIR OSAKA HOSTEL

AIR OSAKA HOSTEL
2.0 star property
Suminoe
The price is P3,092
P3,401 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
AIR OSAKA HOSTEL
A balcony with two wicker chairs, a round table, and a hammock.

13. &And Hostel Shinsaibashi East

&And Hostel Shinsaibashi East
2.0 star property
Chuo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (246 reviews)
"The incredible staff is the reason it was really good. They tried their best to help with advice, suggestions, and are always present. The place cis lose to the subway and many amenities. I had a great time."
Canada
Rene
The price is P1,772
P1,949 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
&And Hostel Shinsaibashi East
A hotel room with two single beds, a large mirror, and a window with blinds.

14. WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Amazing Hostel, would highly recommend staying here. Everything is kept very clean and the stuff was very supportive and kind. Also the location was perfect to explore Kyoto, with several lines and buses in walking distance."
Germany
Janine
The price is P2,501
P2,751 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
A room with two beds, a large window with a view of bamboo outside, and a hanging lamp.

15. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Guest House Oumi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 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 P2,066
P2,818 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
A modern indoor space with seating areas, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.

16. COGO TENNOJI

COGO TENNOJI
2.0 star property
Tennoji
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (87 reviews)
"Smelled a lot like cigarets The staff are super kind, I had a great time ! Love the certains in the doorms!"
Canada
Mathilde
The price is P1,524
P1,677 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
COGO TENNOJI
A modern interior with a wooden floor, a reception desk with brochures, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

17. &And Hostel Hommachi East

&And Hostel Hommachi East
2.0 star property
Chuo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (330 reviews)
"G"
United States
Aida
The price is P1,620
P1,782 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
&And Hostel Hommachi East
A modern building with a wooden facade, a covered outdoor seating area, and a visible entrance.

18. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (46 reviews)
"This was my second stay here, and I loved it. The dorm is well maintained, and there is a lot of room for luggage with a little desk area next to the bed. There is also a downstairs common area and tables outside to sit, which means there is plenty of space to relax. The location is very convenient, close to great restaurants and a short walk to transportation."
Canada
Kayla
The price is P2,030
P2,233 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
A modern living room with tatami flooring, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outside.

19. K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (571 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and very clean rooms with an excellent guest lounge with a very clean kitchen"
Canada
Jonah
The price is P2,154
P2,607 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
A modern interior with a sofa, a chair, a ladder, and a refrigerator.

20. HIPPO Hostel & Cafe Bar

HIPPO Hostel & Cafe Bar
1.0 star property
Tsuruhashi
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Clean, kind, near the station"
South Korea
Jongho
The price is P1,732
P1,905 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
HIPPO Hostel & Cafe Bar
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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

A modern hotel lobby with wooden flooring, a reception desk, and potted plants.
Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel
Nara

10/10 Excellent

The staff were very helpful and friendly. The place was lovely, clean, spacious. The area was walking distance to the Kintetsu station, 2.convenient stores, and there were a lot of restuarants around.
Philippines
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed March 17, 2019
Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

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.