Hilo Hostel
630-8115 Nara, Nara, Omiyacho 1-1-22, Japan – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 377 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
close to the station and the “cool” places in Nara
IsraelSmall place close to the station. The hosting family is really great and full of great advices !
JapanExcellent in everything, the staff was incredibly kind and professional far beyond any expectations, the acomodation was very nice and an amazing value for the price
ItalyI made a mistake in my reservation. The owners showed understanding and flexibility and were able to provide what I needed. They did not ask for additional fees, and they actually kindly refused the money I wanted to give them as compensation. The room was cozy and the atmosphere is pretty friendly. Well, I highly recommend this place.👌
JapanEverything was great! Hilo and his wife especially make this the best place to stay in Nara. They are the kindest people you will ever meet, period. He gave me a map and even walked me the 10 minutes to the park as I left for some sightseeing! The place is clean and everything works well. and there’s everything you could really need: washer and dryer, big shower stalls, leaving bags before and after check in, kitchenette, bath towels for rent (although they waived the very tiny cost <3). As a solo female I felt very safe. Good conversations with other travellers was also a plus! Would 150% recommend staying here.
CanadaThe location was magnificent. The hosts where truly helpful and kind. All the instructions where very clear and in English and Japanese. You have access to the kitchen.
MexicoSuper nice host, Mr Hilo, helped me in many ways, to find a restaurant and even to help me with my luggage back to the train station. The bed was the most comfortable of my trip.
United States of AmericaHilo Hostel was a great stay in Nara. The hosts were very accommodating and were very genuine people. It is in a good location near the train station and a short walk from Nara park. Definitely recommend this hostel.
United States of AmericaThe owner Hiro works hard to make sure your stay is enjoyable and you have everything you need. Super clean and comfortable.
United States of AmericaThe location is extremely convenient if one is coming by train. Close to the station, you can drop off your backpack and enjoy Nara's Park within a 10 minutes walk. The hostel has a spacious kitchen and common area with everything I needed. The cleaness is excellent and the staff is so friendly that I felt truly at home.
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Rom
Israel
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Mehdi
Japan
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Matteo
Italy
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Poitevin
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Abby
Canada
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Gabriela
Mexico
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Susan
United States of America
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Francis
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Nigel
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Francesco
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Located a 11-minute walk from Nara Station, Hilo Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning in Nara. This 3-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, luggage storage space and free WiFi. Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church is 14 miles from the hostel and Shijonawate City Museum of History and Folklore is 14 miles away.Iwafune Shrine is 11 miles from the hostel, while Hanazono Rugby Stadium is 13 miles away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 33 miles from Hilo Hostel.
This is our guests' favorite part of Nara, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Hilo Hostel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Feb 13, 2020Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
See what guests loved the most:
- Rom
Israel“close to the station and the “cool” places in Nara” 
Mehdi
Japan“Small place close to the station. The hosting family is really great and full of great advices !”- Matteo
Italy“Excellent in everything, the staff was incredibly kind and professional far beyond any expectations, the acomodation was very nice and an amazing value for the price” - PoitevinJapan“I made a mistake in my reservation. The owners showed understanding and flexibility and were able to provide what I needed. They did not ask for additional fees, and they actually kindly refused the money I wanted to give them as...”
- Abby
Canada“Everything was great! Hilo and his wife especially make this the best place to stay in Nara. They are the kindest people you will ever meet, period. He gave me a map and even walked me the 10 minutes to the park as I left for some...” - Gabriela
Mexico“The location was magnificent. The hosts where truly helpful and kind. All the instructions where very clear and in English and Japanese. You have access to the kitchen.” 
Susan
United States of America“Super nice host, Mr Hilo, helped me in many ways, to find a restaurant and even to help me with my luggage back to the train station. The bed was the most comfortable of my trip.”- FrancisUnited States of America“Hilo Hostel was a great stay in Nara. The hosts were very accommodating and were very genuine people. It is in a good location near the train station and a short walk from Nara park. Definitely recommend this hostel.”
NigelUnited States of America“The owner Hiro works hard to make sure your stay is enjoyable and you have everything you need. Super clean and comfortable.”- Francesco
Switzerland“The location is extremely convenient if one is coming by train. Close to the station, you can drop off your backpack and enjoy Nara's Park within a 10 minutes walk. The hostel has a spacious kitchen and common area with everything I needed. The...”
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- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Shared kitchen
- Socket near the bed
- Lockers
- Baggage storage
- Board games/Puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Japanese
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children over 8 are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 8 and up are allowed)
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Hilo Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Please inform Hilo Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about Hilo Hostel
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Hilo Hostel is 0.9 miles from the center of Nara.
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The prices at Hilo Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Hilo Hostel is from 3:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Hilo Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
