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Next weekend
31 Jul - 2 Aug
In two weeks
7 Aug - 9 Aug
In one month
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In two months
18 Sept - 20 Sept

Our top choices for Nara hostels

City view from property

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (257 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$70
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Bakery Hotel Château D'or - 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, (200 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$44
28 July - 29 July
HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel
Property entrance

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$69
28 July - 29 July
Mori no Guest House - Hostel
Superior Japanese Style Room | View from room

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$80
28 July - 29 July
Yuzan Guesthouse - 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 NZ$116
27 July - 28 July
Comfy Stay Sarusawaike
Basic Double Room

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$128
27 July - 28 July
Hotel Base Nara
Street view

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$83
26 July - 27 July
SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel
Lobby lounge

J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel

J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel
1.5 star property
Konohana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (145 reviews)
"Room was clean and neat, friendly atmosphere for families or just friends "
United States
Rogelio
The price is NZ$63
27 July - 28 July
J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel
Exterior

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
27 July - 28 July
BOND - Hostel
Exterior

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$53
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel
Property entrance

add chaganju - Hostel

add chaganju - Hostel
2.0 star property
Uji
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"場所と清潔感が良い"
Japan
Fumiro
The price is NZ$81
29 July - 30 July
add chaganju - Hostel
Garden

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$108
26 July - 27 July
Mulan Hostel
Lounge

&And Hostel Hommachi East

&And Hostel Hommachi East
2.0 star property
Chuo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (304 reviews)
"Very clean, staff is great. Loved the room, would definitely stay again! Thank you! "
Canada
Nataly
The price is NZ$31
23 Aug - 24 Aug
&And Hostel Hommachi East
Lobby lounge

Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto
2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (900 reviews)
"Convenient location, clean and tidy room to stay."
Hong Kong SAR China
Amy
The price is NZ$53
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Living area

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 NZ$41
4 Aug - 5 Aug
COGO TENNOJI
Front of property

2Z - DOYANEN HOTELS

2Z - DOYANEN HOTELS
2.0 star property
Nishinari
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"清潔感があって過ごしやすかったです。少し部屋は暗めかな？と思いましたが、部屋でずっと過ごすわけではないので大丈夫かな。 共同スペースも綺麗でした。安いし、軽く泊まる時にまた使用したいです。"
Japan
Kanae
The price is NZ$36
26 July - 27 July
2Z - DOYANEN HOTELS
Property entrance

&And Hostel Shinsaibashi East

&And Hostel Shinsaibashi East
2.0 star property
Chuo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (230 reviews)
"Great location. Amazing price and the staff was super kind and helpful. "
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$47
23 Aug - 24 Aug
&And Hostel Shinsaibashi East
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 NZ$405
31 July - 1 Aug
Noosa Japan - Hostel
Interior entrance

Roots Hostel

Roots Hostel
1.0 star property
Nishi
7.8 out of 10, Good, (253 reviews)
"Acceptable but could of used some deep cleaning"
Canada
Corey
The price is NZ$32
30 July - 31 July
Roots Hostel
Exterior

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"It was very easy to find and the room and bathroom was clean. I would rec"
United States
Meriam Mayumi
The price is NZ$49
27 July - 28 July
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
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Top Nara Hotel Reviews

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and safe and close to subway line"
Leslie Erin 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

Find out more about Nara

Nara Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,719
Accommodation
228 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$31
Highest Price
NZ$405

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 11 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 Tsutenkaku Tower. Get out into nature with places such as Nara Park, Mount Wakakusa and Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest. Cultural attractions include Nara National Museum, Nara City Museum of Photography and Nara Craft Museum.
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.