630-8115 Nara, Nara, Omiyacho 1-1-22, Japan
#6 of 78 hotels in Nara
Guests' ChoiceBased on 230 hostel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
9.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 May 2024
Mcgill-smith
New ZealandNothing!
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!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Sebastian
FranceNothing
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
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Federico
ArgentinaIt was a 5 minutes walk from Nara Station, and the bed was really comfortable. They provide free coffee and tea, and also have a kitchen with all you need, in case you want to cook
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Simthesquid
FranceHilo was very nice. The place has every facility you can ask for. The location (5min walk from the JR station) was great.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Arthur
IcelandThis is a great hostel! The location is good and the family running the hostel are very kind.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Crystal
United KingdomUnfortunately as it’s a hostel you will always get someone who doesn’t abide to the rules. So in my case someone had some trainers washing in the washing machine past curfew and it was so loud I couldn’t sleep until later. Not the staffs fault at all.
Staff were super helpful and friendly. The location is perfect as it’s easy to get to Nara Park and Nara station within walking distance. The bed was really comfortable and the room/bathroom area clean
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Alejandro
AustraliaGreat location: next to the train station and close to the main commercial street that leads to Nara Park and the main temple. Friendly staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Yasmine
EgyptThe staff were amazingly kind, friendly, and generous. They went out of their way to make sure I had an excellent experience and not only in Nara but in Japan in general. They are true ambassadors of Japan. I will definitely visit again if I am ever back to Nara- japan .
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Bobby
United StatesNothing; no constructive feedback, Hilo Hostel is the ideal hostel
Absolutely everything; wonderfully accommodating facilities, the best staff ever, and perfectly positioned to fully enjoy Nara
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Dacuba
JapanThe location is just a few minutes walking distance from major stations and attractions. The staff were so nice. The owner even accompanied me and showed me the shortcut to an off-the-beaten path yozakura spot.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Lucinda
United KingdomPossibly consider the stairs if you stay here - some may find it physically difficult to carry things up and down, although this wasn't a problem for us.
Lovely simple room, and comfy bed. Everything very clean, including shared bathroom, was not busy during our stay (only saw one other person) despite going during peak cherry blossom season. Fast wifi, owners brought our luggage to our room for us!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Agata
PolandI had a wonderful experience at Hilo Hostel in Nara. The room was clean and fresh, and the shared bathroom was in excellent condition. The common area had everything needed to cook a meal, enjoy a reheated dish, and have a great time. But what really made our stay memorable was the owner, Mr. Hilo. He's an incredibly kind individual, always eager to assist tourists, up for a chat, and he welcomed us in a way that made us feel right at home. I wholeheartedly recommend this place to all future visitors to Nara.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Ct
SingaporeNice friendly family running the show. Place is tidy and clean. Stayed for 2 nights but wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Valeria
United KingdomI didn't really understand the garbage system , not so sure where to leave the food waste but apart from that all good.
The hostel was located really close to Nara Station and about 20 minutes walk to the Nara Park and Todai-ji temple. Plenty of clean kitchenware so we could have breakfast if we wanted to. Clean toilets and clean place. The staff was super super nice. We didn't really speak Japanese but they helped us to carry the luggage to our rooms and explain to us in a map what to visit in Nara, including some places where to spot the cherry tree blossoms! We asked to keep our luggage the next morning and for a small fee we could keep it with them until almost 3pm when our checkout was at 10am. That was really appreciated!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Colin
AustraliaAll good.
Friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Good value.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Marie
JapanSince it is close to the train station and a big road, you will hear traffic/trains.
This hostel is conveniently located close to JR Nara Station and in walkable distance to Nara's top sights. All the facilities were very clean and well-kept! The owners are incredibly nice and easy to talk to and recommended a great restaurant to me for dinner. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Tamara
IsraelGreat owners, they did anything to help us when needed. The location is great, near the train station (about 6 min walk if you are slow). There’s a kitchen if you want to cook, and a place to eat.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Annalisa
ItalyI really loved the cosy and warm environment and the kindness of the host 😊
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Li
GermanyThe place is just 3 mins walk to the train station , very clean and quiet. The staff are very nice.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Alina
Switzerland-
The hosts were so kind, I really felt at home there. It was also easy to chat with other travelers. Everything was clean and the location close to the station. I would definitely stay again :)
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
George
United KingdomNothing.
The location was ideal to walk to Nara park, and the husband and wife owners (I'm terrible with names 😅) were incredibly warming and open when I arrived, and helped to call a restaurant when I needed to check my booking. My room was lovely, and this is one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Huang
NetherlandsNo comnents
Good location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Katy
JapanThe staff were all friendly and helpful and the location was perfect- super close to Nara station and bus stops.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Yizhi
ChinaThe landlord is super nice and kind. I love Nara and wish to come back later. It is very close to the train station. Best location and price. The only sad thing is that I left my facial cleanser there.😂
Stayed in March 2024
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