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Next weekend
18 Sept - 20 Sept
In two weeks
25 Sept - 27 Sept
In one month
9 Oct - 11 Oct
In two months
6 Nov - 8 Nov

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, (262 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 NZ$67
14 Sept - 15 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, (203 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 NZ$50
10 Sept - 11 Sept
HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel
Interior

3. 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 NZ$120
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Comfy Stay Sarusawaike
Superior Japanese Style Room | View from room

4. 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 NZ$82
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel
Property entrance

5. 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 NZ$70
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Mori no Guest House - Hostel
Basic Double Room

6. 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 NZ$145
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Hotel Base Nara
Japanese garden

7. Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Very nice to experience traditional Japanese accommodation, Hiro is a very friendly and attentive host! Strongly recommended!"
Norway
Andrea
The price is NZ$195
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Gion Koh - Hostel
Terrace/patio

8. Book & Bed Tokyo Shinsaibashi - Hostel

Book & Bed Tokyo Shinsaibashi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Minami
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (103 reviews)
"Great spot,close to everything,clean and friendly staff"
Australia
Enrico Michael
Book & Bed Tokyo Shinsaibashi - Hostel
Exterior

9. 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 NZ$76
1 Oct - 2 Oct
BOND - Hostel
Property entrance

10. &And Hostel Shinsaibashi East

&And Hostel Shinsaibashi East
2.0 star property
Chuo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (233 reviews)
"Excellent place for short stay. Clean and quiet."
Canada
Jose Christian
The price is NZ$42
13 Sept - 14 Sept
&And Hostel Shinsaibashi East
Garden

11. 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 NZ$82
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Mulan Hostel
Property entrance

12. add chaganju - Hostel

add chaganju - Hostel
2.0 star property
Uji
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (82 reviews)
"Cute, comfortable accommodation with generous uji matcha available to try!"
Singapore
Molly
The price is NZ$76
11 Sept - 12 Sept
add chaganju - Hostel
Lobby lounge

13. J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel

J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel
1.5 star property
Konohana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (147 reviews)
"Room was clean and neat, friendly atmosphere for families or just friends "
United States
Rogelio
The price is NZ$53
9 Sept - 10 Sept
J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel
Property grounds

14. 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 NZ$421
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Noosa Japan - Hostel
Exterior

15. 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 NZ$88
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel
Street view

16. 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 NZ$100
11 Sept - 12 Sept
SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel
Interior entrance

17. Roots Hostel

Roots Hostel
1.0 star property
Nishi
7.8 out of 10, Good, (254 reviews)
"Acceptable but could of used some deep cleaning"
Canada
Corey
The price is NZ$34
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Roots Hostel
Lounge

18. &And Hostel Hommachi East

&And Hostel Hommachi East
2.0 star property
Chuo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (309 reviews)
"Great for the price! Loved the neighborhood and location generally, but be aware the hotel is right next to a very busy roadway. The hotel offers complimentary earplugs."
Canada
Robyn
The price is NZ$34
28 Sept - 29 Sept
&And Hostel Hommachi East
Living area

19. COGO TENNOJI

COGO TENNOJI
2.0 star property
Tennoji
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"◎"
Japan
Kakeru
The price is NZ$36
24 Sept - 25 Sept
COGO TENNOJI
Café

20. 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 NZ$40
9 Sept - 10 Sept
HIPPO Hostel & Cafe Bar
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Nara Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,170
Accommodation
230 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$34
Highest Price
NZ$421

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, Shosoin Temple 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.