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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Hilo Hostel in Nara offers a 3-star hostel experience with free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a lounge. Guests can enjoy a shared kitchen, full-day security, and luggage storage. Convenient Facilities: The hostel features a work desk, sofa, and tatami floors. Additional amenities include a bidet, hairdryer, shared bathroom, shower, and slippers. Prime Location: Located less than 0.6 mi from Nara Station, the hostel is 33 mi from Itami Airport. Nearby attractions include Iwafune Shrine (11 mi) and Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church (14 mi). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests for its friendly host, excellent public transport options, and convenient location.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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- Free Wifi
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Cecilia
United States“The host was very kind,he helped me with my luggage and explained in detail the sightseeing places. The place was very clean and the location is just a few steps from Nara station. i would definitely book this place again when I go back to Nara.” - Wenck
France“The staff here is great, offering help whenever they can, you really feel like you're at home !” - Rebekah
New Zealand“This was a very quiet and calm hostel with kind owners who go out of their way to help you. I stayed in the female dorm and there was one other guest. The bed was very comfortable! Especially the firmness of the pillow as well as the heaviness of...” - Rosli
Malaysia“The hotel was more like a guesthouse with Japanese ambience. The owner was very warm and kind although he could not speak good English but all facilities were all properly tagging, and you knew what to do.” - Chihjou United States“Everything! It’s really close to the train station. The staff is also very friendly and helpful. It’s low-key and quiet, perfect for mature solo travelers. I ended up staying here for 3 days instead of Osaka.”
- Aidar
Kazakhstan“Amenities, though washing machines are few and occupied in the evening” - Gil
Israel“Great location, 15 minutes walk to Nara Park. Very nice and clean rooms, and lovely staff! They also offer laundry service, so my laundry was taken care of and ready in just half a day.” - James United States“Superb hospitality and kindness offered by the hosts. A cafe, inside the hostel, makes great sandwiches. Clean, comfortable, and a few steps from the JR Nara Station. There's a grocery store and tourist information center at the station. Centrally...”
- Katherine
Peru“I had a fantastic stay at Hilo Hostel! The host was amazing, he helped me with my luggage and was incredibly attentive to my comfort. As a solo female traveler, I felt extremely safe throughout my stay. The location was perfect, just a short walk...” 
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Vietnam“That was very nice! I stayed one night here, and really happy with my choice. Everything so clean, shower was wonderful. The owner helpful and friendly. He was showing me good restaurant to had dinner. He gave me chocolates for my birthday. I...”
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Child policies
Children over 12 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that the property is located on upper-level floors with no elevator access.
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.
