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A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, sliding doors, and a tiled roof.

A small, compact room with two single beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A small, single-room hotel room with two single beds, a wooden table, and a window with curtains.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, and a shoji screen door.

1. Nara Seisha - For guests aged 18-55 only, Self check-in (Please check your messages and emails from Expedia for important guidelines)

Nara

"Great value for money. 3 rooms on 2nd floor and 1st floor is common area with toliet, shower, kitchen, refrigerator. Traditional Japanese style room. Room is simple with matress, small ground table, A/C. Not much soundproof. No elevator & need to use stiff stairs. Host seems living in 1st floor. Use key to open/close room. Place is located on the side of small car road, not inside. Search '清舎' on google map."

SEUNGMIN

Rp411.139

Rp452.253 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a plant in the foreground.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted light, and a red wall with a green plant.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent yellow and black facade, multiple windows, and a visible entrance.

A row of bicycles parked in front of a building.

2. Guesthouse Narakomachi

Naramachi

Debra

Rp570.550

Rp627.605 total

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel entrance with a double door, a doormat, and two potted plants.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with chairs, a fireplace, and a TV.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a reception desk, a computer, a telephone, and a potted plant.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a television, potted plants, and a chandelier.

3. Fine Garden Nara Horai

Nara

Lizzie

Rp495.476

Rp599.527 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a view of a garden with a wooden gate and cherry blossoms.

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden fence, a stone pathway, and various plants and trees.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, a wooden gate, and cherry blossoms.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, sliding shoji doors, and a bed with white bedding.

4. HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel

Naramachi

Mia

Rp499.532

Rp549.485 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern building with a prominent sign at the top.

A hotel room with two single beds, a flat-screen TV mounted above a desk, and a small table with a lamp.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a desk.

A compact laundry room with a washing machine, dryer, and a vending machine offering beverages.

5. HOTEL LiVEMAX Nara Ekimae

Nara

diane

Rp625.334

Rp687.867 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a sofa, a massage chair, and a small table.

A hotel entrance with a large potted plant, a welcome sign, and a decorative glass door.

A hotel corridor with a tiled floor, a central pillar, and a water feature.

A spa room with a large bathtub, wooden slats, a lotus flower mural, and stone flooring.

6. Hotel Lotus Nara - Adults Only

Nara

Simone

Rp692.850

Rp762.158 total

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A wooden-floored room with a large sink, wooden beams, and a mirror.

A two-story building with a stone facade, a balcony, and a deer standing in front.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round coffee table, a wicker armchair, and a bookshelf.

A group of deer in a grassy area with a staircase and cherry blossoms in the background.

7. The Deer Park Inn

Nara

Breccan

Rp999.047

Rp1.098.952 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a view of a lush garden through a wooden window.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding shoji doors, and a view of greenery outside.

A reception desk with a sign indicating the hotel's name and operating hours. There is a poster on the desk advertising 'Inner Journeys'. The interior has wooden floors and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A traditional Japanese house with a tiled roof, a wooden bench, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

8. Yuzan Guesthouse - Hostel

Nara

Cindy

Rp480.178

Rp754.356 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Frequently asked questions

What is Nara like for travellers on a budget?

Nara has a variety of cheap accommodation options and places to visit, making it a great holiday choice for budget-conscious travellers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Heijo Palace, Nara Family and Nara Woman's University.

What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Nara?

Based on our traveller reviews, HARUYA Naramachi - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other good choices for your budget-friendly stay include Bakery Hotel Château D'or - Hostel and Hotel Base Nara.

How many low-cost hotels will I be able to find in Nara?

Choose a hotel that suits your wallet from Expedia's 20 budget hotels in Nara.

When is the best time for a budget trip to Nara?

Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Nara, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. The rainiest months in Nara are July, June, September and October, with each month seeing an average of 210 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Nara?

Nara draws tourists with its temples and gardens, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Dotonbori and Osaka Castle, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Explore and snap photos of landmarks like Heijo Palace and Nara Woman's University, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Nara Family.

How can I get to Nara and get around on a budget?

Scoping out the transportation options in Nara is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The closest airport is Osaka (ITM-Itami), situated 21.9 mi (35.3 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can arrange flights in and out of Kobe (UKB), which is 32.7 mi (52.7 km) away. If you want to travel outside the city, take a train from Shin-Omiya Station, Nara Station or Kintetsu-Nara Station.

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