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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 £30
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

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 £33
6 Dec - 7 Dec
HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel

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 £31
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel

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 £65
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Comfy Stay Sarusawaike

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
Mori no Guest House - Hostel

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 £58
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hotel Base Nara

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 £34
additional charges may apply
15 Nov - 16 Nov
BOND - Hostel

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 £48
1 Dec - 2 Dec
add chaganju - Hostel

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 £40
additional charges may apply
16 Nov - 17 Nov
SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel

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 £19
additional charges may apply
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Osaka guest house sakura – Hostel

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 £41
additional charges may apply
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Guest House Ioly Osaka - Hostel

12. AIR OSAKA HOSTEL

AIR OSAKA HOSTEL
2.0 star property
Suminoe
The price is £37
additional charges may apply
11 Nov - 12 Nov
AIR OSAKA HOSTEL

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 £23
additional charges may apply
16 Nov - 17 Nov
&And Hostel Shinsaibashi East

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 £33
additional charges may apply
7 Dec - 8 Dec
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

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 £33
additional charges may apply
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Guest House Oumi - Hostel

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 £20
additional charges may apply
15 Nov - 16 Nov
COGO TENNOJI

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 £21
additional charges may apply
29 Nov - 30 Nov
&And Hostel Hommachi East

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 £26
additional charges may apply
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

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 £31
additional charges may apply
7 Dec - 8 Dec
K's House Kyoto - Hostel

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 £22
additional charges may apply
11 Nov - 12 Nov
HIPPO Hostel & Cafe Bar
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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 13 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 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 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.

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