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4 Sept - 6 Sept
In two weeks
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In one month
25 Sept - 27 Sept
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23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Nara hostels

City view from property

1. Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (261 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 €31
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel
Classic Triple Room, Non Smoking | View from room

2. HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel

HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel
1.0 star property
Naramachi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (202 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 €24
30 Aug - 31 Aug
HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel
Superior Japanese Style Room | View from room

3. 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 €44
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel
Interior

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 €62
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Comfy Stay Sarusawaike
Basic Double Room

5. 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 €55
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hotel Base Nara
Property entrance

6. 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 €37
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Mori no Guest House - Hostel
Exterior

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 €43
9 Sept - 10 Sept
BOND - Hostel
Property entrance

8. add chaganju - Hostel

add chaganju - Hostel
2.0 star property
Uji
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (81 reviews)
"Cute, comfortable accommodation with generous uji matcha available to try!"
Singapore
Molly
The price is €38
30 Aug - 31 Aug
add chaganju - Hostel
Exterior

9. 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 €47
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel
Café

10. HIPPO Hostel & Cafe Bar

HIPPO Hostel & Cafe Bar
1.0 star property
Tsuruhashi
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (70 reviews)
"It was the best one in my life."
Japan
INMO
The price is €26
28 Aug - 29 Aug
HIPPO Hostel & Cafe Bar
Street view

11. SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel

SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashi-osaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (48 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 €53
1 Sept - 2 Sept
SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel
Exterior

12. WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"It was very easy to find and the room and bathroom was clean. I would rec"
United States
Meriam Mayumi
The price is €24
30 Aug - 31 Aug
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
Front of property

13. 2Z - DOYANEN HOTELS

2Z - DOYANEN HOTELS
2.0 star property
Nishinari
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"安くてきれい。また使いたいです。 安すぎて、逆に不安でしたが設備はしっかりしており、清潔感もありました。"
Japan
Taiki
The price is €28
28 Aug - 29 Aug
2Z - DOYANEN HOTELS
Lobby lounge

14. J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel

J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel
1.5 star property
Konohana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (146 reviews)
"Room was clean and neat, friendly atmosphere for families or just friends "
United States
Rogelio
The price is €28
2 Sept - 3 Sept
J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel
Property grounds

15. Noosa Japan - Hostel

Noosa Japan - Hostel
1.5 star property
Takatsuki
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (26 reviews)
"複数家族で利用しました。一棟貸しとのことで、急な人数変更でも料金の変更がないので安心して予約できました。またオープンな環境に見えてプライバシーが守られているので、ホテルなどで雑魚寝するよりよっぽど睡眠の質はあがります。 各スペースにコンセントがあるのもかなり助かりました。洗面3つ、シャワールーム2つ、男女混合の14名で利用させていただきましたが申し分ない設備でした。駅やコンビニ、パーキング、大型スーパー、飲食店等も近くにありました。人数も多かった為Wi-Fiが繋がりにくい時がありましたが、ボードゲームなども充実しておりデジタルデトックスできたので逆に良かったです。また是非利用したいです！"
Japan
ともよ
The price is €214
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Noosa Japan - Hostel
Shared kitchen

16. GRAND HOSTEL LDK Osaka Shinsaibashi

GRAND HOSTEL LDK Osaka Shinsaibashi
2.0 star property
Minami
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (293 reviews)
"Made for a great stay"
United States
Henry
The price is €31
24 Sept - 25 Sept
GRAND HOSTEL LDK Osaka Shinsaibashi
Property entrance

17. &And Hostel Shinsaibashi East

&And Hostel Shinsaibashi East
2.0 star property
Chuo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (231 reviews)
"Excellent place for short stay. Clean and quiet."
Canada
Jose Christian
The price is €19
2 Sept - 3 Sept
&And Hostel Shinsaibashi East
Living area

18. COGO TENNOJI

COGO TENNOJI
2.0 star property
Tennoji
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (83 reviews)
"it was really nice staff was super friendly"
United States
Alexander
The price is €16
30 Aug - 31 Aug
COGO TENNOJI
View from property

19. Osaka Guesthouse Nest - Hostel

Osaka Guesthouse Nest - Hostel
2.0 star property
Tennoji
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (164 reviews)
"Spotless room, friendly volunteer staff and easy access to trains, stores and other helpful amenities"
Australia
Mack
The price is €18
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Osaka Guesthouse Nest - Hostel
Garden

20. 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 €59
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Mulan Hostel
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Top Nara Hotel Reviews

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

10/10 Excellent
"Very helpful staff went above and beyond."
James 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

Find out more about Nara

Nara Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,519
Accommodation
227 Hostels
Lowest Price
€16
Highest Price
€214

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Nara?
By going with a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and set aside more of your money for going out during your trip. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its temples and monuments.
What is a hostel?
These dormitory-style accommodations come in quite a few different forms, but they have a few qualities in common, including budget prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Nara?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start looking: HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Nara Park. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. You'll find bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Nara Park. Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. You'll find towels, TVs and hairdryers in all rooms.
How many hostels will I be able to find in Nara?
If you're looking for an affordable place 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 definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. The rainiest months in Nara are July, June, September and October, with each month seeing an average of 210 mm 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 such as Nara Park, Mount Wakakusa and Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest. Cultural attractions include Nara National Museum, Nara Prefectural Art Museum and Nara City Museum of Photography.
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 Osaka (ITM-Itami), 21.9 mi (35.3 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Kobe (UKB), which is 32.7 mi (52.7 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. To see more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Shin-Omiya Station, Nara Station or Kintetsu-Nara Station.