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Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, a 15-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

S
SAYHAM SIDDIQUE
From
Bangladesh
Nice location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,573 reviews
Price from
765 Kč
1 night, 2 adults

Thamel Heritage Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, a 15-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Thamel Heritage Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

C
Chirantan
From
India
Very good hospitality
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Price from
818.94 Kč
1 night, 2 adults

Kwabahal Garden Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, a 13-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Kwabahal Garden Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

f
ferden
From
Philippines
Nice and clean. The staff are very accommodating. I really enjoy my stay in this hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews
Price from
924.72 Kč
1 night, 2 adults

Nepalaya Home Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, a 13-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Nepalaya Home Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

R
Ravi
From
India
The staff were extremely helpful when I arrived from the airport I didn’t have any Nepali currency and I had to pay my taxi driver at the reception there was this wonderful sweet girl called Asha she just gave me the Nepali currency and said I can later change and give it back. The guy at the reception was also nice because after changing the money when I got back to the hotel Asha already let and it was Shankar he was very helpful too because my room was up on 6th floor and he helped me to carry my heavy luggage all the way up. The location is excellent as you are close to everything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
Price from
251.85 Kč
1 night, 2 adults

Kwabahal Boutique Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, a 13-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Kwabahal Boutique Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

S
Sourav
From
Bangladesh
Last night temperature was hot. And there was only 1 box fan for 4 bades. When curtains are closed, there was no chance the fan wind to enter. I was sweating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 941 reviews
Price from
924.72 Kč
1 night, 2 adults

Birds Nest Hostel

Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, 1.2 miles from Swayambhu, Birds Nest Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

Q
Qing
From
China
Combining all here is the best hostel in Thamel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews
Price from
272.84 Kč
1 night, 2 adults

Best Hostel

Lazimpat, Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, 2.3 miles from Hanuman Dhoka, Best Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

M
Matin Noori
From
Iran
Food was good ,lady in there had good behavior and she was friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
Price from
238 Kč
1 night, 2 adults

Alobar1000 Hostel

Kathmandu

Alobar1000 Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Kathmandu.

O
OpNabil
From
Bangladesh
Although this is a share bases room, and i have been here on off season. Thier is only one person i shared the room with. Washroom is clean, water is both hot and cool, wifi is okay, mineral water at basment, all things are good. Thanks to ajay for his Service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
Price from
680 Kč
1 night, 2 adults

Bed and Pillow Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu and with Hanuman Dhoka reachable within a 12-minute walk, Bed and Pillow Hostel has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

Z
Z. Merithung
From
India
Everything I needed was within reach. Value for money. It was clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews
Price from
205.47 Kč
1 night, 2 adults

Thamel Hostel & Spa

Thamel, Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, 1.1 miles from Hanuman Dhoka, Thamel Hostel & Spa provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

S
Steven Harvey Thomas
From
Canada
I recently stayed  at thamel hostel & spa wanted to share my positive experience. The rooms were incredibly spacious and well-maintained, and the staff were exceptionally welcoming and professional, making me feel right at home. If you are visiting Kathmandu and looking for an affordable yet outstanding place to stay, I highly recommend this location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
698.89 Kč
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,573 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 15-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 15-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Thamel Heritage Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Best Hostel

    Lazimpat, Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, 2.3 miles from Hanuman Dhoka, Best Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Thamel Hostel & Spa

    Thamel, Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, 1.1 miles from Hanuman Dhoka, Thamel Hostel & Spa provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 15-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Rest Up Thamel Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Flock Kathmandu

    Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,175 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, bar and views of mountain, Flock Kathmandu is located in Kathmandu, 1.1 miles from Hanuman Dhoka.

  • Thamel Hotel & Spa

    Thamel, Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 567 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Thamel Hotel & Spa is located in the center of Kathmandu, a 19-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka.

  • Holiday Hostel

    Thamel, Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 13-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Holiday Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Featuring a bar, Aashraya Home Hostel is located in the center of Kathmandu, 1.1 miles from Hanuman Dhoka.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 19-minute walk from Swayambhu, The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 13-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Kwabahal Garden Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 941 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 13-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Kwabahal Boutique Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 13-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Nepalaya Home Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu and with Hanuman Dhoka reachable within a 12-minute walk, Bed and Pillow Hostel has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews

    Alobar1000 Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Kathmandu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, 1.2 miles from Swayambhu, Birds Nest Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

    Hotel Sisters Home has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kathmandu.

  • Delights Home

    Kathmandu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, 1.4 miles from Swayambhu, Delights Home has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 438 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of Kathmandu, Hotel Yala Peak is within a 14-minute walk of Hanuman Dhoka and 0.9 miles of Kathmandu Durbar Square.

  • Elbrus Home

    Kathmandu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 533 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, 1.7 miles from Swayambhu, Elbrus Home has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 2-star hostel offers a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 13-minute walk from Swayambhu, Monkey Bunky-3Monkeys Backpacker's Hostel has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 15-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Yakety Yak Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Wander Thirst

    Kathmandu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 601 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, 1.1 miles from Hanuman Dhoka, Wander Thirst provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews

    Antique Hostel Nepal features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kathmandu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 682 reviews

    Planet Nomad Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kathmandu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 19-minute walk from Swayambhu, Hello KTM Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 558 reviews

    Yog Hostel- Rooftop Yoga & Backpacker Social Stay in Thamel, Kathamndu has a fitness center, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Kathmandu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, 3 miles from Swayambhu, Sara's Backpackers Hotel provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

    Featuring free Wi-Fi throughout the property and a 24-hour front desk, Shangrila Boutique Hotel has a wonderful fusion of classical paintings and features comfortable rooms as well as a tour desk on...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 11-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Rambler Hostel Pvt Ltd has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, a 17-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Happy Donkey hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Hotel Red Planet is conveniently located in the center of Kathmandu, and provides a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring a bar, Thamel Hostel and Apartment is located in the center of Kathmandu, a 18-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka.

  • Veda Dormitory

    Kathmandu
    Central location

    Located in Kathmandu, a 11-minute walk from Pashupatinath, Veda Dormitory has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Veda Dormitory

    Kathmandu
    Central location

    Veda Dormitory is located in Kathmandu, a 11-minute walk from Pashupatinath and 2 miles from Boudhanath Stupa.

  • Vinayak Girls Hostel has accommodations in Kathmandu. The property is located 2.3 miles from Swayambhu, 2.5 miles from Swayambhunath Temple and 2.9 miles from Kathmandu Durbar Square.

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  • Avg. price/night: 629.63 Kč
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,175 reviews
    I stayed 12 days altogether at Flock Hostel, on 3 separate periods through April-May, in a 4 bed, 6 bed and 10 bed ladies dorm. It was like a home away from home, in a great location, very safe, with a dedicated staff, from reception to travel desk, to restaurant, cleaning and general services personnel. Kudos, and keep it up! 👏👏👏
    Guest review by
    Cherry CHAI
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: 167.90 Kč
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
    Location in the heart of Thamel, price for private rooms. I think it's the best budget accommodation (price/quality ratio) for those already "too old" to sleep in a hostel (dormitory). Acceptable cleanliness.
    Guest review by
    Michal
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: 230.87 Kč
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews
    The hotel was ok and the pisition comfortable. If you travel alone in Nepal on a budget and don't mind to share the room I would rather suggest to choose an hostel rather then a Hotel because you can meet people and it is really cheap.
    Guest review by
    Chiara
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: 230.87 Kč
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 317 reviews
    it was great experience. first time in a hostel and loved it. it is cheap and clean. worth every penny. has privacy. big lockers. clean bathroom, keep silence in room, good discipline. management so good. always get served first. friendly people. met new people from different countries it was amazing 🤞❤️
    Guest review by
    Vishal
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: 2,319.15 Kč
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 941 reviews
    Best hostel in Katmandu thamel.Good room cheap cost .they organize tours and trekking.Good garden restaurants
    Guest review by
    BINBIN
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: 264.45 Kč
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 601 reviews
    A Backpacker's Gem: This hostel is a must for budget travelers. With friendly staff, cozy atmosphere, prime location, and affordable rates, it's a top choice for an unforgettable backpacking experience. Highly recommended!
    Guest review by
    Josua
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
    Cool cheap stay in dormitory. Clean and friendly staff. Nice chillout areas with food available on premises. Would happily recommend.
    Guest review by
    tammy
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: 434.45 Kč
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,335 reviews
    great basic(budget) hotel, great location, cheap price, lovely staff and have luggage storage if you want to go on a hike
    Guest review by
    Niamh
    Young couple

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