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Kwabahal Boutique Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Set in Kathmandu, 1.1 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Kwabahal Boutique Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

j
jose tomas
From
Chile
Really an excellent place, great value, friendly and helpful staff, the hostel is located right in the middle of Tamel, wich is the touristic neighborhood of Katmadu, there's a lot of people and stuff going on outside of the hostel, still the place manages to have a peaceful and quiet atmosphere, the restaurant is also really good with high quality options, the guys working at the restaurant are exceptional, I'll come back for sure after my trek
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,000 reviews
Price from
US$46.59
1 night, 2 adults

Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Set in Kathmandu, 1.3 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

J
Jack
From
United Kingdom
It’s not my first time here and it won’t be my last. “Rest Up” is exactly what this place will enable you to do. Comfy beds, clean and ample washrooms. Very spacious, 2 story chill out area situated at the rooftop of the property; accompanied by scenic, hilltop top views and directly in line with Swoyambhu temple. Minutes from Thamel centre. Relaxed atmosphere, tasty food and beers available but above all it’s the guys that run the place daily that makes this hostel so special. Extremely pleased to be received by the same smiley faces as I was a long time before which for me, speaks for itself. Taxi service, both to and from airport available at reception plus many options for trekking via their partner adventure company.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,517 reviews
Price from
US$36.45
1 night, 2 adults

Thamel Heritage Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Situated in Kathmandu, 1.3 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Thamel Heritage Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

M
Matheus
From
Brazil
Very nice staff, amazing location, great rooms!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
Price from
US$44.51
1 night, 2 adults

Kwabahal Garden Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, 1.2 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Kwabahal Garden Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

K
Kerstin
From
Germany
Very friendly people Good food Good service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews
Price from
US$46.59
1 night, 2 adults

Nepalaya Home Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Set in Kathmandu, 1.1 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Nepalaya Home Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

A
Anna
From
United Kingdom
I stayed in a bunch of hotels and airbnb in Nepal before (mostly Kathmandu) and Napalaya beats all of them head down. The room was squeaky clean and fresh, furniture looked new, functional set up, bathroom absolutely lovely( trust me on that on the strength of my Nepalese experience). Staff friendly, and professional. Had my own balcony on to of that! View wasn’t exactly Pokhara lake but it was quiet as not facing the street— massive bonus!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

Birds Nest Hostel

Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, 2 km from Swayambhu, Birds Nest Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

J
Jan
From
Belgium
Good place to stay and relax, close to Thamel. Stayed here for a week and would recommend it for a longer stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
Price from
US$13
1 night, 2 adults

Best Hostel

Lazimpat, Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, 3.7 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Best Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

N
Nóra
From
Hungary
Super nice and welcoming people. They really want you to feel home. 🙏
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews
Price from
US$10.08
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Sisters Home

Thamel, Kathmandu

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

M
Moritz
From
Germany
Super welcoming staff and owner! Clean rooms and perfect location. I had a super good time! Thank you for everything ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
Price from
US$14.25
1 night, 2 adults

Alobar1000 Hostel

Kathmandu

Alobar1000 Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Kathmandu. Located around 1.8 km from Swayambhu, the hostel with free WiFi is also 1.6 km away from Hanuman...

L
Luqman
From
India
Well maintained, clean & aesthetic. They have more washrooms who need more privacy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
Price from
US$32.40
1 night, 2 adults

Checkpoint KTM Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, 1.7 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Checkpoint KTM Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

J
Jean-Camille
From
France
Neat and clean. Good location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$13.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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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 centre of Kathmandu, 1.5 km from Hanuman Dhoka.

From US$25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

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

From US$13.30 per night

Veda Dormitory

Kathmandu
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Situated in Kathmandu, less than 1 km from Pashupatinath, Veda Dormitory features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

From US$10 per night

Veda Dormitory

Kathmandu
No credit card needed

Situated within 3.2 km of Boudhanath Stupa and 5.1 km of Hanuman Dhoka, Veda Dormitory offers rooms in Kathmandu.

From US$28 per night

Sweetis Home

Kathmandu
No credit card needed

Sweetis Home is ideally situated in Kathmandu, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

From US$15 per night

Happy Donkey hostel

Kathmandu
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Situated in Kathmandu, 1.4 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Happy Donkey hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$12.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Boasting a bar, Aashraya Home Hostel is situated in the centre of Kathmandu, 1.8 km from Hanuman Dhoka.

From US$51 per night

Peakman Residence

Kathmandu
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Located in Kathmandu, 4.2 km from Pashupatinath, Peakman Residence provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$12 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Kathmandu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews

Situated in Kathmandu and with Hanuman Dhoka reachable within 1 km, Bed and Pillow Hostel features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

From US$16.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Holiday Hostel Kathmandu has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Kathmandu. The property is situated 2.7 km from Swayambhu, 3.8 km from Swayambhunath Temple and 4.7 km from Pashupatinath.

From US$46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews

Set in Kathmandu, 1.5 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Shangrila Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews

<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Holiday Hostel in Kathmandu offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi.

From US$38.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 444 reviews

Set in the centre of Kathmandu, Hotel Yala Peak is located 1.2 km from Hanuman Dhoka and 1.4 km from Kathmandu Durbar Square.

From US$14.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews

Situated in Kathmandu, 1.3 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Yakety Yak Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$34.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 551 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Thamel Hotel & Spa is located in the centre of Kathmandu, 1.7 km from Hanuman Dhoka.

From US$70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

Located in Kathmandu, 1.8 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Thamel Hostel & Spa provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$90 per night

Save money on hostels in Kathmandu and nearby – budget options available

Nextdoor Patan

Pātan
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

Nextdoor Patan features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Pātan. The property is located 2.4 km from Patan Durbar Square, 3 km from Hanuman Dhoka and 3.5 km from Kathmandu Durbar Square.

From US$56.09 per night

Elbrus Home

Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 501 reviews

Set in Kathmandu, 2.7 km from Swayambhu, Elbrus Home offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 2-star hostel offers a bar.

From US$14 per night

Wander Thirst

Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews

Set in Kathmandu, 1.8 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Wander Thirst offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$13.86 per night

Society Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Boasting a shared lounge, Society Hostel is set in the centre of Kathmandu, 2 km from Hanuman Dhoka.

Verve Nepal's Hostel

Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located in Kathmandu and with Swayambhu reachable within 1.6 km, Verve Nepal's Hostel provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and...

Heranya hostel

Bākhri Kharka
Budget options available

Located in Bākhri Kharka, within 300 metres of Patan Durbar Square and 5.3 km of Hanuman Dhoka, Heranya hostel provides accommodation with a bar and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

Roommates by MaybeMars

Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Kathmandu, Roommates by MaybeMars is less than 1 km from Swayambhu and provides various facilities, such as a garden, a restaurant and a bar.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,159 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 290 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
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$153
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,003 reviews
Best hostel in Katmandu thamel.Good room cheap cost .they organize tours and trekking.Good garden restaurants
Guest review by
BINBIN
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$13.86
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 599 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 traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 119 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 traveller