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Hilo Hostel is located in Nara, within less than 1 km of Nara Station and 18 km of Iwafune Shrine. The 3-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with a shared bathroom and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium is 21 km from the hostel, while Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church is 22 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 53 km from Hilo Hostel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Nara, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
2 bunk beds
2 single beds
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Nara
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mcgill-smith
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything! Wish we could’ve stayed longer but unfortunately already had other places booked. Nara is such a cute spot and this hostel is perfect. Can’t recommend enough!
  • Sebastian
    France France
    Great place so close to the train station , the supermarket and the parcel to see temples and deers. Very clean and comfortable . The lovely family owners are the best … great hostel
  • Simthesquid
    France France
    Hilo was very nice. The place has every facility you can ask for. The location (5min walk from the JR station) was great.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Hilo Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • Japanese

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Hilo Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:30 to 20:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 8 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 8 and older are allowed)

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Hilo Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Hilo Hostel

  • Check-in at Hilo Hostel is from 15:30, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Hilo Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Hilo Hostel is 0.9 miles from the centre of Nara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hilo Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):