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Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers discover a charming hostel in Nara where city views stretch from the rooftop terrace and fresh pastries await each morning

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A wooden structure with stone steps leading up to a covered area with traditional Asian architectural elements. - Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel (Nara)
A modern hotel lobby with wooden flooring, a reception desk, and potted plants. - Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel (Nara)
A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, a window, and a bedside table with a lamp. - Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel (Nara)
A modern indoor space with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs arranged for dining or meetings. - Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel (Nara)
A round wooden table with heart-shaped plates, a bowl of salad, a cup of coffee, and a glass of iced tea. - Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel (Nara)
Bakery Hotel Château D'or in Nara offers continental breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy panoramic views from the rooftop terrace or relax with a drink from the on-site coffee shop. The multilingual staff is consistently praised by guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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View all photos for Mix Dormitory Shared Bathroom

A single bed with a wooden headboard, a hanging coat rack, and a power outlet on the wall.

Mix Dormitory Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a wooden wall, a bed with white bedding, and an air conditioning unit above it.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, beige curtains, wooden panel walls, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a mirror, and wooden paneling on the walls.

4 people Room,4 single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

A single bed with a wooden headboard, a white pillow, and a small bedside table with a book and glasses.

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

  • City view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a folded towel, a wooden headboard, and a carpeted floor.

Queen Room,1 Queen Bed

  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese & Western Family Room,2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, a window, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Japanese & Western Family Room,2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact hotel room with a single bed, a small desk with a television, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with a view.

Japanese and Western Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A single bed with a checkered mattress, two pillows, and a small table with a folded towel and a hairdryer.

Japanese and Western Semi double room

  • City view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a window with a view.

Japanese and Western double room,1 double bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese and Western twin room, 2 single beds

A hotel room with two single beds, a window with a view, a ceiling light, and a small desk.

Japanese and Western twin room, 2 single beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese and Western Queen room, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a window with blinds.

Japanese and Western Queen room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed

A neatly made bed with a folded white shirt on it, wooden paneling on the wall, and a small bedside table with a lamp.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Quad Room, Non-smoking

Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Quad Room, Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

Dormitory, Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Non-smoking

Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Double Room, Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Nara, Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel is in the city center and near a boardwalk/promenade. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sarusawa Pond Park and Isui-en Garden, while Nara Prefectural Art Museum and Nara National Museum are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall. Visit our Nara travel guide
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Map
15, Higashimuki Kitamachi, Nara, Nara, 630-8214

What's nearby

  • A traditional Japanese torii gate with a red frame, surrounded by lush greenery and stone lanterns.
    Nara Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A traditional Japanese pagoda surrounded by lush greenery.
    Kofuku-ji Temple
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A placard with Japanese text on a stone by a calm river, with buildings and trees in the background.
    Sarusawa Pond Park
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nara Woman's University
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station
    3 min walk
  • Tanakura Station
    12 min drive
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    80 min drive

Restaurants

  • 柿の葉すし本舗たなか なら本店
    2 min walk
  • サイゼリヤ
    3 min walk
  • Yamato Craft Beer Table
    2 min walk
  • 天理スタミナラーメン 東向商店街店
    2 min walk
  • 天うま
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - July 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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 accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

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 Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel located?

Located in the heart of Nara, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Nara Woman's University, Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall, and Nara Prefectural Art Museum. Kōfuku-ji National Treasure Hall and Sarusawa Pond Park are also within 10 minutes. Kintetsu-Nara Station is only a 3-minute walk and Nara Station is 17 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

Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 259 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kristel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay family of 4. We booked room with bathroom and shower. They have a great manga collection and local craft beers available. We enjoyed the community spaces and its steps away from train station. Located close to Nara park and temples. Great price. Breakfast was included staff was helpful and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Reiko

The hotel’s location, close to Nara Station and within walking distance of tourist attractions, is fantastic. As it was originally a bakery, the cookies provided in the room and the bread served at breakfast were delicious. The room was spotlessly clean, and the staff were attentive, making for a very satisfying stay. I think it’s the perfect hotel for solo travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shlomit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel at a great location Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tatu

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

Good location, good breakfast

Hotel is very conveniently located near to Kintetsu station and short walking distance from all sights. Room was clean, breakfast good and staff friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. The people are nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Athena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 in every aspect. Very welcoming and provided a clean room as well as delicious breakfast each morning. We stayed longer than most and we're glad we chose them!
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great. clean and accessible
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sojung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location! Small bakery, but good breakfast options. Very delicious cookies.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good stay a really nice breakfast every morning - basic but good. Sleep area and bathrooms could use more care. Location was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very cute property near to the central shopping area of Nara and to Nara Park. The major tourist attractions are in easy walking distance, and of course I loved the easy access to all the restaurants and shopping. The included breakfast is a brick toast with a choice of butter, jam, red bean, or egg salad, with a salad and coffee. It's a very tasty breakfast but not especially heavy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying at this property. The room was lovely and well sized compared to our experience across Japan. The staff were amazingly friendly and really helpful. The breakfast that was provided was simple, but was wonderfully tasty and perfect for what we needed. The surrounding area was within walking distance and very convenient to the shopping district as well as to the park. One of our favourite stays in Japan, and a great value for money.
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10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This place was perfect for me. The room was small but had everything I needed. They provided tea and a welcome cookie. The complimentary breakfast provided a great start to my day as well. Front desk staff are so very helpful and kind. And you can’t beat the location. Very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, very close to Kintetsu-Nara train station. Lots of places nearby to eat nearby. A short walk to the park. Breakfast and coffee in the morning was very nice. Our only negative point, our room (201) did smell of smoke quite strongly. We believe it was above the smoking room downstairs. Overall a great stay and would recommend highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I couldn’t recommend this place more. The staff are so friendly and kind and the room I had was amazing! Having the restaurant downstairs was so nice and they have great food and shaved ice. It was so close to Nara park (about 5 min walk) and is on a cute shopping street which leads to Nakatanidou. It was also right next to Kintetsu-Nara station. Even with all of the things next to it it was quiet and cozy. Overall 10/10 amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John Cezar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute semi-traditional Japanese room walking distance from Nara Park and literally a minute from the Nara station of the Kintetsu line. Spacious room (relative to typical Japanese hotel rooms). Kind staff! Note that check in is only until 11pm. We were late but lucky the receptionist heard our cries and he had not left yet for the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location close to the park, temples, shrines, restaurants, shops and the train station. The breakfast toast and salad were delicious. It’s a cozy hotel. I would stay there again !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Caden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was a breeze. The location is fantastic, and the breakfast each morning was even better. Should I return to Nara this will absolutely be my first choice of places to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noriko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this hotel. It's so central for the deer park and fantastic restaurants, cafes and the train station. Breakfast was delicious. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Giovanni

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

Very nice staying in Nara

Very nice and comfortable staying in centre of Nara, close to many restaurants and shops and Nara Park. The staff was great, good breakfast and clean and wide rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here were very thoughtful. Every ammenity was provided from a hairbrush and razor to a space where you could do laundry, use a microwave and even borrow an umbrella. The tubs were deep and the water was hot. Location was fantastic! Quiet side street right near great shopping, restaurants and the park!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, new hotel, with light brakefast Close to temples and deers Great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Simple and clean, in a lovely area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025