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Reviews of Hilo Hostel 3 stars

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

#11 of 88 hotels in Nara

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 307 hostel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn't really understand the garbage system , not so sure where to leave the food waste but apart from that all good.

    The hostel was located really close to Nara Station and about 20 minutes walk to the Nara Park and Todai-ji temple. Plenty of clean kitchenware so we could have breakfast if we wanted to. Clean toilets and clean place. The staff was super super nice. We didn't really speak Japanese but they helped us to carry the luggage to our rooms and explain to us in a map what to visit in Nara, including some places where to spot the cherry tree blossoms! We asked to keep our luggage the next morning and for a small fee we could keep it with them until almost 3pm when our checkout was at 10am. That was really appreciated!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good.

    Friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Good value.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

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

    Since it is close to the train station and a big road, you will hear traffic/trains.

    This hostel is conveniently located close to JR Nara Station and in walkable distance to Nara's top sights. All the facilities were very clean and well-kept! The owners are incredibly nice and easy to talk to and recommended a great restaurant to me for dinner. Would definitely stay here again!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    9.0
    Good value for money, exceptional owners.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great owners, they did anything to help us when needed. The location is great, near the train station (about 6 min walk if you are slow). There’s a kitchen if you want to cook, and a place to eat.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

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

    I really loved the cosy and warm environment and the kindness of the host 😊

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Very worth for the value of money!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is just 3 mins walk to the train station , very clean and quiet. The staff are very nice.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Would stay again for sure
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    The hosts were so kind, I really felt at home there. It was also easy to chat with other travelers. Everything was clean and the location close to the station. I would definitely stay again :)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    An amazing place for a stay in Nara
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The location was ideal to walk to Nara park, and the husband and wife owners (I'm terrible with names 😅) were incredibly warming and open when I arrived, and helped to call a restaurant when I needed to check my booking. My room was lovely, and this is one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

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

    No comnents

    Good location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

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

    The staff were all friendly and helpful and the location was perfect- super close to Nara station and bus stops.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

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

    The landlord is super nice and kind. I love Nara and wish to come back later. It is very close to the train station. Best location and price. The only sad thing is that I left my facial cleanser there.😂

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    9.0
    Friendly dorm with nice facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    really friendly staff, a nice layout and a good location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

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

    A family owned hostel. Their English could be better but they compensate it totally with tons of tender. They really care for the wellbeing of guest. Also it’s so close to Nara station, it’s really convenient.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    10
    Fantastic, one of the best hostels I’ve stayed at
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Great location, 5 minute walk to the train station Spotless clean / well equipped kitchen, free tea and coffee etc. The owner Mr Hilo is a great host, very kind and welcoming.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    10
    Hilos Hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great place to spend your time in Nara! Never felt so at home in a hostel.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

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

    I wish it would be a little cheaper

    The place was pretty nice and staff were super friendly and felt like family

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    9.0
    great experience
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    the location is great,the property is so clean and the staff is very friendly

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very empty, but probably just due to the low season

    The host was super nice, and upgraded me for free to a private room with futon since he thought I wouldn’t fit in the bunk beds. The common room was very cute with aquariums and decorations.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

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

    Mr. Hilo the owner was very friendly, helpful and nice. The place is near to the station, clean and comfortable. 😊

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2024

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

    Great location, comfortable room and clean facilities. The owner was so lovely and helpful too, wished we had stayed longer here!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2024

    10
    A cool Hostel to stay in
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really.

    It was easy to find & very close to the railway station. The owners both spoke English & were very friendly & extremely helpful. I would definitely stay here again.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The people were really nice. The location was also very good - central location, close to restaurants, convenience stores and walking distance to the train station. I really enjoyed my stay and will highly recommend it. I also got a little souvenir. Amenities were also clean. Thank you for hosting me :)

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2023

    10
    Thank you Hiro-san for being the nicest host!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hiro-san was so kind!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    9.0
    Great value and location
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, clean, helpful stuff

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hosts were very kind and helpful despite the language barrier!

    Stayed in November 2023

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