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HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel near Nara Park in Nara

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Classic House | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Classic House | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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31-4 Minamifukurocho, Nara, Nara, 630-8342
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Nara National Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Todaiji Temple
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Single Japanese Style Room, Non Smoking | Interior detail

Economy Single Japanese Style Room, Non Smoking

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Classic Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Classic Triple Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Triple Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Classic Quadruple Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Classic Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Comfort Quadruple Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Classic House | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic House

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Nara

Naramachi stay.You'll be steps from Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Kojindo with a stay at this Naramachi hostel. Nara Park and Nara Information Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nara National Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Todaiji Temple - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kasuga Shrine - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 12 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪コメダ珈琲店 奈良中央本店 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪すするか、すすらんか。 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ボリクコーヒー - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪おでん うどん 竹の館 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪染谷商店 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel

Hostel near Nara Park in Nara
HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel offers its guests a garden, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Nara hostel is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1890
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. This Nara hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Minimum check-in age: 12

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 6 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property only accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property only accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 6 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

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HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

How close is HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel to the airport?

HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel is 29.1 mi (70-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel?

As of Oct 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel on Nov 30, 2025 start from $53.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel.

Does HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel offer free breakfast?

HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM.

Is there free parking at HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel have a pool?

HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel to downtown Nara?

HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel is 1.4 mi away from Nara.

HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 173 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
L'entrée dans l'auberge se fait seul avec toutes les instructions fourni dans la BAL. L'espace pour dormir est correct (l'espace livre situé au dessus/en dessous de la case aussi!, l'auberge est bien équipé pour faire sa toilette, le rapport qualité/prix est correct, de nombreux restaurants autour... je recommande pour les voyageurs de passage!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Heather

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kenny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a heritage house in Nara area. We booked a three person room and had a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bruno

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Un lugar muy tranquilo, estilo clásico de viviendas japonesas
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

DIEGO

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an extension to our stay, and unfortunately these last 3 nights were unbearable, as the guests staying in the rooms on the 2nd floor were very noisy when walking on the wooden floors. Furthermore, we tried to contact the hotel staff, who are NOT on the premises, but never received a response. The hostel is left unattended so if anything goes wrong there is no one to address it. The front door was left unlocked by most other guests, so the sense this is not a secure and safe place. Also, the posting says there is housekeeping, but we received no service during the 5 nights we spent there. One of the two mllaundry machines are not working, and we had to buy our own detergent even tho this was supposed to be provided. As for cleanliness, our room's drawers and closets were very dirty, with lost of dust and what appeared to be nice feces. This could be a beautiful place, however it has serious issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

DIEGO

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
This hostel suffers a few major problems. For.one, there is no one there most of the time, so check in must be done after 4pm, regardlesa if your room is ready (like hours was). Also we had issues with the guests staying upstairs stepping too hard on the wooden floors and there was no one there to respond for it. The pictures on the app are not accurate (at least for our room), making it look much brighter and nicer. Also, it is clearly stated that towels are not provided, so we carried our own, only to find out the hostel does offer towels are a very reasonable cost. Laundry facilities are available within the premises, however laundry detergent could not be found (although it is included in the cost). Lastly the common areas need a facelift as they get messy and cluttered very fast. If you want to experience a more realistic stay at a traditional Japanese house, this could be the place. However, mindful of the fact the place is mostly unsupervised and other guests may not share your understanding of basic rules in an old wooden structure. Overall we really liked the authentic feel of an old wooden Japanese house, the tatami floors and futons, the paper window panes and the somewhat neglected but beautiful garden. This place needs a little attention and it could be a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Chu kong

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
a bit far from train station. Less maintain the property. Price is low but...

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the ambience of our large Japanese style rooms. For a ‘hostel’, it was above what I expected. It was dead quiet at night, even the overgrown garden in the back had its charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a beautiful room and loved the ambiance and architecture
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Struttura meravigliosa, un'antica casa che mantiene la forma originale (ma ristrutturata per essere in condizioni impeccabili e con massima pulizia). Non solo un comodo alloggio da cui raggiungere facilmente le due stazioni principali di Nara e iniziare la visita della città, ma direi quasi una attrazione turistica in se.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice traditional japanese hostel

10/10 Excellent

Liano, Montreal

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Traditional japanese style place. Beautiful, cozy, and an experience. Only stayed a night but would definetly recommend for short stayd
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Too hard to find adress.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Set in an amazing old house. Seems more catered towards private groups than it is for backpackers - the hostel facilities were pretty sparse so would not stay for more than one night unless I had a private room. Place was otherwise very neat and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Traditional and comfortable

The place is great! It's traditional Japanese, very comfortable and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a bit hard to find but the place was great, really beautiful, great facilities!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dorota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderfully peaceful oasis in the heart of Nara.

Loved the old, wooden main building - so beautiful. If you're thinking of staying here, be sure to book one of the traditional Japanese-style rooms located within it. The dormitory-style accommodation is located in a separate building and I found it a little disappointing - too many beds fitted into a rather small space, where you can hear every sound made by people on either one of the floors. It was ok for one night stay, but anything longer than that might've been a challenge, particularly that the bathrooms and toilets are in the main building... Still, a great place all in all - very friendly and helpful staff, free tea, coffee and cold drinks provided, good location, clean bathrooms with very hot water and delightful garden for when you want to relax. I would happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful stay.

Beautiful, antique house and garden. Sound carries, but that is expected from the older architecture. Great staff.