Hilo Hostel is located in Nara, within a 10-minute walk of Nara Station and 11 miles of Iwafune Shrine. The 3-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with a shared bathroom and free WiFi. The property provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. Hanazono Rugby Stadium is 13 miles from the hostel, while Nippon Christ Kyodan Shijonawate Church is 14 miles away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 33 miles from Hilo Hostel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Nara, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
2 bunk beds
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
9.7
High score for Nara
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Katharina
    Germany Germany
    The family was so accomodating and warm. Pillow and towels super comfy and clean.
  • Sapir
    Israel Israel
    Very good location, close to everything and walking distance to anywhere important. The staff were amazing, helped me a lot. They helped me fix my bag when it ripped and helped me with my flight. The rooms are very nice and the bathroom and...
  • Juan
    Canada Canada
    The staff. Friendly and accomodating, most especially Mr. Hiro (I'm not sure if I say his name correctly). And plus the fact that it's very near Nara station, about 5 minutes walk. It's also near restaurants and the attractions in Nara. I just...

Area info

Amenities of Hilo Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • Japanese

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
Hilo Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:30 to 20:00
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

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), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Hilo Hostel

  • Check-in at Hilo Hostel is from 3:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Hilo Hostel is 0.9 miles from the center of Nara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Hilo Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Hilo Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):