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Hotel Base Nara

2.0 star property

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and two windows.
A modern library with wooden bookshelves, two tables, and decorative wall art.
A spacious room with tatami mats, wooden tables, and a bookshelf.
A spacious library with multiple tables and chairs, bookshelves, and large windows allowing natural light.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "HOTEL BASE NARA," wooden doors, and a seating area outside.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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aburazaka cho 438-1, Nara, NARA, 630-8247
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Nara Woman's University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kofuku-ji Temple
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room

A modern hotel room with a wooden bed, a flat-screen TV, and a bedside lamp.

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a wooden headboard, a desk with a chair, a hanging coat rack, and a small window.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a loft bed, a wooden wall, and a window.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel corridor with checkered flooring, bunk beds, and a fan on a table.

Family Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 18
  • 18 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a bed, a hanging coat rack, a small shelf with items, and a checkered floor.

Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 18
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Cribs (free), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Twin Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Cribs (free), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Family Room (7-person Rooms)

  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Nara

Hotel Base Nara places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Nara Park and Nara Woman's University. This 16-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, express check-out, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nara Woman's University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sarusawa Pond Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nara National Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 5 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪かすうどん加寿屋 JR奈良駅前店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪やまと庵 本店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪餃子の王将奈良三条店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪和洋遊膳 ほおずき　(Hoozuki) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪濃厚煮干しラーメン にぼしこいし - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Base Nara

Guests of Hotel Base Nara enjoy features like microwave in a common area, refrigerator in a common area, and express check-out. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a vending machine, and a communal living room.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, slippers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Accessibility

  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 2000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Late check-out fee: JPY 2000 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Base Nara Nara
Hotel Base Nara Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hotel Base Nara Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nara

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Hotel Base Nara?

This hostel is located in Nara, a short 9-minute walk from Nara Park and also 11 minutes on foot from Sarusawa Pond Park. You'll also find Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall and Nara Woman's University less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Base Nara?

As of Aug 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Base Nara on Aug 2, 2026 start from $82, including 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.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Base Nara?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Hotel Base Nara have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Base Nara doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Base Nara?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Base Nara?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hostel, including slippers in each room plus free WiFi and slippers in some.

Does Hotel Base Nara have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Base Nara have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel Base Nara doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Base Nara allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Base Nara.

Does Hotel Base Nara have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How close is the airport from Hotel Base Nara?

The closest major airport to Hotel Base Nara is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 28.7 mi away (74 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Base Nara?

No, there aren't any rooms at Hotel Base Nara that offer a balcony.

Hotel Base Nara Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

masanobu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
また来年も宜しくお願いします
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

??

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
客室もきれいでよかったです！
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

真理

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
漫画がたくさんあり子供が喜んでいたのでとても満足しました。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

剛典

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026