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NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel

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A garden with wooden decking, large rocks, and various plants. - NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel (Nara)
A traditional Japanese interior with sliding doors, a wooden floor, and a basket of items. - NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel (Nara)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a clock, and a tiled backsplash. - NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel (Nara)
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, a hanging light fixture, and a view through the shoji screen. - NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel (Nara)
A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden staircase, and a view into the dining area. - NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel (Nara)
Near Nara Park, NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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Room options

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View all photos for Female Dormitory (Available for Adult: 18 years old over)

A room with a wooden floor, bunk beds, and a sliding door leading to an outdoor area with plants.

Female Dormitory (Available for Adult: 18 years old over)

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bunk bed room with wooden floors and shelves.

Male Dormitory　(Available for Adult: 18 years old over)

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Japanese Style Inner-Room, Non Smoking

A spacious room with wooden flooring, a patterned wall, and a large window with curtains.

Japanese Style Inner-Room, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room, Tokonoma, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a hanging light fixture.

Japanese Style Room, Tokonoma, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room, South, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a hanging light fixture.

Japanese Style Room, South, Non Smoking

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Located in Nara, NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel is in the historical district. Kofuku-ji Temple and Shinyakushiji Temple are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum and Yamanobe Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Naraden Arena or Hanazono Rugby Stadium. Visit our Nara travel guide
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1054, Kidera-cho, Nara, Nara, 630-8306

Getting around

  • Kyōbate Station
    17 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ラサ ボジュン 奈良店
    4 min walk
  • Peaks Beignet
    2 min walk
  • udon and cafe 麺喰
    1 min walk
  • 奈良ホテル ティーラウンジ
    5 min walk
  • タイ料理 RAHOTSU ラホツ
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (JPY 1,000 per night); reservations required

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 880 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Griddle
  • Microwave on request
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately JPY 880.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 1000 per night (262 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Frequently asked questions

Is NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel located?

Located in Naramachi, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Gango-ji Temple and Nara Park. Kojindo and Ukimido Hall are also within 10 minutes. Kyōbate Station is 17 minutes by foot and Kintetsu-Nara Station is 18 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

NARA Guesthouse KAMUNABI - Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Good
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10/10 Excellent

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

Nara for the Win!

The major "must-see" cites are within walking distance (Nara Park and Todaiji-temple). The staff was super friendly and accommodating. As of Nov. 2016 they have been open for 1 month - rooms are super clean and the share space isn't a great way to meet travelers. If you have 1-2 possibly 3 people I would stay but bed space is limited. That being said the beds are very comfortable. I'll be going back for sure!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
古民家に泊まれて良き！
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
思ってたより静かで綺麗で 過ごしやすくて良かったです(^｡^)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1泊だけでしたが、とても良かったです。 朝食もお願いして、タオルはレンタルしました！ しっかり寝れましたー！
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schöne Jundendherberge mit sehr sympatischen Angestellte. Wir waren zu zweit und haben (allein) im traditionellen japanischen Zimmer auf Futons geschlafen, eine sehr gute und günstige Alternative zu Hotels in Nara. Das Frühstück war auch sehr fein.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの対応がとても良かったです
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタフの方の対応が大変良かったです。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

お安く泊まりたい人向け

チェックインの時間が早く（2100）、それ以降になる場合は1000円のチャージが発生します。Pが無いこともチックイン時に知ると言う流れ。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
チェックイン時の丁寧な説明と朝早いチェックアウト時に気持ちのいいお見送り、ありがとうございました。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Parfait

Logement typique, habitants très accueillant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and nice place

Nara is a very nice and peaceful place! The guesthouse is very well located (Closed to the Bambi Park). Comfortable and thé breakfast is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hard to get to without good transit options if you have luggage. House is fairly old and there was a smell in the room. Overall, it was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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

良かったです！

今回は宿泊人数が少なかったようで、静かに過ごせました。ただ、他の方も書かれているとおり、隣部屋が壁一枚で声がダダ漏れなので、その辺 気になる方は注意です。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Safed by the manager’s quick action.

I’ve had a couple of issues with my bed the first night I stayed there. My body and face were covered in mosquito bites. I woke up and wanted to find someone to hand me a spray but was unable to. I mentioned it next morning being quiet sick from all the bites. Management moved me immediately into a different area and the following night was much better. I really appreciated the manager’s help. Breakfast is excellent. Price incredible value for money. I would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
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8/10 Good

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

快適でした。

１階一番奥の右の部屋に二人で宿泊。家にいるみたいで快適でした。朝はコンビニで買って共用冷蔵庫に冷やしておいたお豆腐にねばねばサラダをかけて食べました。食器や調理道具、塩、コーヒーやお茶セットはありますが欲しかったお醤油がなかった・・・
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El staff excepcional, súper amables. El hostel es tradicionalmente japonés, con un excelente restaurante. Cuenta con restaurante, hay que degustar el sake en tres presentaciones, sublime. El desayuno delicioso, aunque fuera con cargo. Muy cerca del parque de Nara y todos los atractivos del lugar. Limpio, agradable lugar. Muy recomendable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay.

Twice as comfortable as a the corporate hotel we stayed at for well under half the price! Really helpful staff with good English. Great location near the park with bicycles to hire for a small charge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
広くて良い！ トイレはみんなで使うので時々床が濡れてることがあったけど、それ以外は気にならなかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
不錯，位置地理交通很棒！
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
スタッフの方は大変親切でした。値段も良心的で良かったです。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
게스트하우스 안에 마실거라던가 간단한 음식도 살 수 있는 식당도 있어서 좋아요
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A decent and neat guesthouse in Japanese style, with nice food and facilities that's necessary for your stay at Nara. 10 min walking distance to the Nara Park and the Nara station. Good option for a budget stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
京都・大津を回り、本日帰京いたしました。お世話になりました。 街なかから少し離れているせいか、とても静かでゆっくり良く眠れました。オーナーの対応も優しいし、有料の朝食も美味しく、お腹いっぱいになり満足しました。 ごめんなさい、朝食の時間を記したカード入れを持参してしまいました。郵送した方が良いですか？ 又、利用させて頂きたいと思います。ありがとうございました。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

잘못된 숙소 선택

밤12시에 도착을 했뎌니 계산기를 들이밀며 2000¥을 더 내라고 했다 벌금이란다 난 벌금에 대해 알지 못했고 처음 듣는 소리라고 말 했다 그러자 이 여자는 눈을 이상하게 치껴뜨며 일본어로 계속 욕설을 해됬다 그러면서 경찰에 신고 중이며 in or out 라며 2000¥을 내 놓지 않으면 나가라는 식으로 나를 몰아세웠다 결국 돈을 지붏했고 그래도 마지막에 늦게 와서 미안하다고 하자 눈을 흘기며 욕을 하는 듯 했댜 결국 난 그 충격으로 새벽 4시 쯤에 얕은 잠을 겨우 잤다 일본 여행하면 이 일이 가장 먼저 생각이 나니 내가 왜 이런곳을 선택을 했는지 뼈저리게 후회스럽다
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018