The hostel is quite far away from the main attraction of Nara Park but is very close to Nara Station so it is very easy to take buses or train to anywhere in the city. There is plenty of konbinis around. The 1st floor has a common space to eat and lounge around. There are washing machines and dryers on location. For the price, the room was very big and spacious. The double bed is also very comfortable. Since there is not many rooms on each floor, there is enough showers and toilets for everyone.

The area is lively but not much interesting other than to be as a base for your trips in the surrounding areas.

Hiro and his wife were lovely hosts, they didn't speak much English but enabled me to practice some basic Japanese. They tried their best to communicate and gave great suggestions on places to visit and eat. I met some amazing people at this hostel, it was very cozy and hole like. It's also close to both JR and Kintetsu rail stations which is great with a heavy backpack and has convenience shops that open until late nearby.

The bed was quite hard but that has been the same in all hostels I've been in japan.

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!

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

I had a wonderful experience at Hilo Hostel in Nara. The room was clean and fresh, and the shared bathroom was in excellent condition. The common area had everything needed to cook a meal, enjoy a reheated dish, and have a great time. But what really made our stay memorable was the owner, Mr. Hilo. He's an incredibly kind individual, always eager to assist tourists, up for a chat, and he welcomed us in a way that made us feel right at home. I wholeheartedly recommend this place to all future visitors to Nara.

Lovely simple room, and comfy bed. Everything very clean, including shared bathroom, was not busy during our stay (only saw one other person) despite going during peak cherry blossom season. Fast wifi, owners brought our luggage to our room for us!

Possibly consider the stairs if you stay here - some may find it physically difficult to carry things up and down, although this wasn't a problem for us.

The most clean and comfortable hostel I have ever experienced, the owner is so nice, the bathroom and shower is more clean than my own apartment, and the owner gave me all of the information I need to travel in Nara, I was planning to stay in Nara two nights but unfortunately it’s fully booked the other day. Next time if I travel again to Nara, I will back to Hilo again. Thank you so much :)

Nothing. It was perfect

Staff were super helpful and friendly. The location is perfect as it’s easy to get to Nara Park and Nara station within walking distance. The bed was really comfortable and the room/bathroom area clean

Unfortunately as it’s a hostel you will always get someone who doesn’t abide to the rules. So in my case someone had some trainers washing in the washing machine past curfew and it was so loud I couldn’t sleep until later. Not the staffs fault at all.

Everything was great! Hilo and his wife especially make this the best place to stay in Nara. They are the kindest people you will ever meet, period. He gave me a map and even walked me the 10 minutes to the park as I left for some sightseeing! The place is clean and everything works well. and there’s everything you could really need: washer and dryer, big shower stalls, leaving bags before and after check in, kitchenette, bath towels for rent (although they waived the very tiny cost <3). As a solo female I felt very safe. Good conversations with other travellers was also a plus! Would 150% recommend staying here.

The bunk beds are a little creaky, but basically I have nothing bad to say about the place!

I don’t think I have ever rated a property as perfect, but this was one of the best hostels I have ever stayed in. It is immaculately clean, and well located only minutes walking from Nara Station and Nara Park. Hiro-San and his family are the most generous hostel hosts I have ever encountered. They will go out of their way to help you! Thank you so much for my stay here!! Ben (the Kokogakusha!)

I loved staying at Hilo's. Hilo and his colleagues are very friendly and make you feel welcome and at home. The common area is quirky and inviting. Towel is provided.

The only thing I could think of improving is to use slightly thicker/ better mattresses for the beds-- they're quite thin and not very comfy. Also perhaps some hooks around the sinks would be nice to hang your towel.