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Our top choices for Nara hostels

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Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (222)
"Nice, new hotel, with light brakefast Close to temples and deers Great service"
United States
Jorge
$33 nightly
The price is $36
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel
Property entrance
Mori no Guest House - Hostel

Mori no Guest House - Hostel

Mori no Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Tenri
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (42)
"newly renovated, staff were very friendly!"
Canada
Matthew
Mori no Guest House - Hostel
Basic Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Hotel Base Nara

Hotel Base Nara

Hotel Base Nara
2.0 star property
Nara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"また来年も宜しくお願いします"
Japan
masanobu
$82 nightly
The price is $91
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Hotel Base Nara
Interior
Comfy Stay Sarusawaike

Comfy Stay Sarusawaike

Comfy Stay Sarusawaike
2.0 star property
Naramachi
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (10)
"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
Comfy Stay Sarusawaike
Classic Triple Room, Non Smoking | View from room
HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel

HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel

HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel
1.0 star property
Naramachi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (181)
"Very traditional place "
Mexico
Angel
$28 nightly
The price is $31
Dec 23 - Dec 24
HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel
Superior Japanese Style Room | View from room
Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel

Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel

Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (63)
"Small Japanese style guesthouse , close to the park very good for budget travelers."
United States
Cindy
$37 nightly
The price is $41
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel
Balcony
Amber Hostel

Amber Hostel

Amber Hostel
2.0 star property
Nishinari
$35 nightly
The price is $39
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Amber Hostel
Garden
Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel
2.0 star property
Arashiyama
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61)
"Great place to stay. "
Canada
Heather
$55 nightly
The price is $61
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Mulan Hostel
Property grounds
Noosa Japan - Hostel

Noosa Japan - Hostel

Noosa Japan - Hostel
1.5 star property
Takatsuki
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (25)
$189 nightly
The price is $210
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Noosa Japan - Hostel
Property amenity
Osaka Tomato Hostel

Osaka Tomato Hostel

Osaka Tomato Hostel
2.0 star property
Yodogawa
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (89)
"👍"
United States
Kyle
Osaka Tomato Hostel
Lobby
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
$24 nightly
The price is $27
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
Cafe
Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (557)
"Great area and great facilities! Good amount of space. Friendly staff. Highly recommend with small family!"
Australia
Zoe
$37 nightly
The price is $41
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Lobby
KOREGA Hostel Osaka Namba - Hostel

KOREGA Hostel Osaka Namba - Hostel

KOREGA Hostel Osaka Namba - Hostel
1.0 star property
Minami
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
"Overall great stay. Took a while to figure out the hotel rules and policies. "
United States
Masahiko
$63 nightly
The price is $69
Dec 23 - Dec 24
KOREGA Hostel Osaka Namba - Hostel
Exterior
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (52)
"Awesome to stay on a century old, traditional building, the place is clean overall, but it would have been nice to see a staff."
Canada
Noel
$27 nightly
The price is $30
Dec 23 - Dec 24
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
Exterior
BOND - Hostel

BOND - Hostel

BOND - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimamoto
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (17)
"シンプルイズベスト！ "
Japan
守
$46 nightly
The price is $51
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
BOND - Hostel
Books
Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2)
"작은 1인실은 편안했습니다. 조용하고 시설이 정말 좋아요. 주인아지씨도 엄청 친절하고요. 다시 머물고싶어요."
South Korea
hanjung
$107 nightly
The price is $119
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Kokonoe Machiya
Lobby sitting area
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
$49 nightly
The price is $54
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
Restaurant
Momodaniagito - Hostel

Momodaniagito - Hostel

Momodaniagito - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ikuno
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (16)
"Absolutely lovely little bar and guesthouse. Owner and staff were so friendly and helpful. 10/10 would recommend "
Canada
Jian Yang
$173 nightly
The price is $190
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Momodaniagito - Hostel
Property entrance
add chaganju - Hostel

add chaganju - Hostel

add chaganju - Hostel
2.0 star property
Uji
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (75)
"Bien! Propre. Cafés, thé, matcha gratuit."
Canada
Amélie
$45 nightly
The price is $50
Dec 23 - Dec 24
add chaganju - Hostel
Lobby lounge
K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (538)
"Nice place. "
United States
IFTEKHAR
$46 nightly
The price is $51
Dec 29 - Dec 30
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
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Top Nara Hotel Reviews

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

10/10 Excellent
"Great room, large and spacious. Nice view of the city. "
Raphael 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

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Nara Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,925
Accommodation
226 Hostels
Lowest Price
$27
Highest Price
$210

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?
While you're deciding on a place to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Nara: Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Nara Park. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as 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 17 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 Isui-en Garden, 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 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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