Hilo Hostel

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Staff

9.6

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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 1 km from Nara Station, the hostel is 53 km from Itami Airport. Nearby attractions include Iwafune Shrine (18 km) and Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church (22 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests for its friendly host, excellent public transport options, and convenient location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Nara, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

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

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Guests who stayed here loved

Elizabeth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This was a much smaller hostel than most of the ones I’d stayed in previously. Owners helpful and friendly - they helped out with information, provided me with some mosquito bite cream, and were generally lovely to talk to. Bunk bed was...”
Mikiko
Australia Australia
“- wonderful couple, always trying to help with your enquiries - great location, value for money”
Winyu
Thailand Thailand
“The location was great, being a short walk from JR Nara station. The best part of the stay was the owner, he was super friendly and helped us with luggage.”
Maria
Philippines Philippines
“Hilo-san the owner! lovely accommodating man! the ambience of the common/reception area is homey and cozy. they provide slippers, towels, and a couple of ammenities in the dorm. there are hairdryers. shower cubicles are spaciuos! they also offer a...”
Barry
China China
“It was an awsome stay. The building is not huge but the host Hilo and I believe his family were warm and welcoming, they offered me a beverage after a long day of travelling which was very nice of them. There were plenty of accomodations, laundry...”
Luna
Germany Germany
“the owners are super nice and attentive! it feels like being welcomed in a home. They recommended places to go, what to do, etc. Also has great location! rooms are clean.”
Théo
France France
“Great hostel, it is really perfect for backpackers, the host are kind and it is convenient for check in/check out. It is right next to the main station.”
Abigail
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A great hostel, very well located near the train stations and walkable to Nara Park. The couple who run it are so kind and generous. They really want to help you make the most of your stay. The dorm was a nice size, everything clean. They provide...”
Romeo
France France
“The people were very nice, the room confortable and the sanitary quiet clean. Loved the tatami, they were in great shape.”
Wilmar
Sweden Sweden
“The staff were really genuinely kind and helpful. Nothing felt forced. It was like coming home to old friends you have known for years. Great facility and comfortable beds!”

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:30 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property is located on upper-level floors with no lift access.

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.