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Reviews of Hilo Hostel 3 stars

630-8115 Nara, Nara, Omiyacho 1-1-22, Japan

#7 of 78 hotels in Nara

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Review score

Based on 240 hostel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    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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  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    10
    Varm and exeptionelly nice stay, easy to get everywhere, so helpful owner family, that helped me with my lost property,
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was good, honestly.

    It is small and cosy, very easy to meet people becayse the lobby is the common area and the staff is very invoved in presenting people to eschother and amke you feel home :-) the supermaketvis super close and one of the trainstations (JR) is as well. Tje main shopping street starts next to the hostel, so it takes around 15-20min to reach the park, but that is totally fine, cause everything else is so close to the hostel.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    10
    Best place in Nara for the budget minded
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great staff, comfortable and not busy. Also close to JR station

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2023

    10
    The accommodation room is very clean and the service attitude is very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The sound insulation is a bit worse

    It is very close to the station and the main attractions. The service staff are very friendly and provide the services you need at any time

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2023

    9.0
    Happy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A personality of the host and hostess is very very great. The host,Hiro connects the customers and make us fun and happy. I recommend to stay longer and enjoy chatting with everyone on Hiro’s sofe. (*^_^*)(^.^)(*^_^*)

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    10
    Clean, convienient, friendly and responsive
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing all good

    Very friendly and quick to respond. Very clean , quiet and good facilities

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2023

    9.0
    will definately return to stay if I visit Nara again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would be perfect if the host can help to store luggage after check out. so that we can enjoy Nara more.

    super clean and no smoking smell which make the place very clean and fresh. clean bed and with power point. shampoo and body cleanser provided. coin laundry available 300 yen for washer and 300 yen for dryer (depends on volumn might need to pay another 300 yen for second round drying)

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Me and my daughter like here very much and the Boss Hiro Sang was so kind and talkative, we've talked many interesting things, I will definitely come back one day to see my old Japanese friend, I rate here as my 5 stars place.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2023

    10
    A perfect stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely Nothing!

    If you are staying in Nara, this Hostel is a MUST! The staff are so amazing and kind! The owner personally sat down with me, gave me a map, and told me which places in Nara to visit, and it was a perfect tour of Nara! The location is close to the main street, so there’s lots to do! The rooms were big and the beds were cozy! Everything was very clean! This is the BEST hostel I’ve ever stayed in!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Host is really nice and welcoming. He gave US Tips for Nara and the following citys

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Mr Hilo and his wife are super lovely!! Even if they do not speak fluent english, they make everything to make you feel like home!!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2023

    10
    Host try to use English to present where to eat and advise useful experience for us
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The Host is very nice and helpful.Delicious green tea.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    10
    Cute convienent hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Great location - less than a 5 minute walk from Nara station and within walking distance of the other main attractions! Hilo was an amazing host! Marked out the attractions on a map and gave me recommendations. ¥600 in total for the washing machine and dryer. Free tea and coffee too. Nice little kitchen area. I speak very little japanese, but Hilo has a translator device to help communicate with each other. I definitely recommend staying here!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I highly recommend this hostel. Everything is like family. Hilo helps you with the luggage. Reception speaks good english!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    9.0
    Good hostel to spend the night in Nara
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was very helpful and made the experience extra special. The rooms were clean and the beds were as expected. Out of all the hostels I have been staying at in Japan this one has been the most social.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The staffs are so friendly!!! I talk a little Japanese and they always engaged me in a conversation. They explained all the details about Nara just like a tour guide😄 Location is perfect. The lounge room so spacious. Amenities perfect. All were perfect👌🏻

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice and friendly place. Good vibes.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Extremely helpful staff. Great room with sound proofing windows

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were so incredible. I was allowed to keep my luggage there before my check in time, and they were nice enough to keep it for a few hours after my check out time while I explored Nara. Location is Fantastic and the Hostel itself is so cute. the night I stayed wasn’t very busy so I ended up being the only one in my room which was amazing.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2023

    10
    nice stay, friendly owner, good kitchen facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    all good

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2023

    10
    Great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The heavy rain trapped me in Nara.Kind innkepper!Thanks for letting me stay another day!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2023

    9.0
    Amazing stay in Nara
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really nothing worth mentioning.

    Hilo was an amazing host! I arrived early in the morning and he let me leave the luggage even before the time we agreed. The hostel is in a perfect position for exploring the main spots in Nara and walking distance from the train station. Everything was clean and you have all you need for a perfect stay. The beds are comfortable and all the facilities are great!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2023

    9.0
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is perfect, really close to the main station and to Nara park! The owner is really lovely and always tries to give you advices. The kitchen has everything that you need!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    location is perfect.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Hilo and his daughter (owners) were welcoming, friendly & helpful.... Hilo hostel is near to main bus & train station, and a short walk to Nara park and main attractions. My bed was cleaned & comfortable, my room had enough space to put things down. Good hot shower, free tea, coffee and cooking facilities. Laundry available too. Thanks for home grown rice & walking my luggage to the station with me Hilo!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    close to the station and the “cool” places in Nara

    Stayed in May 2023

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