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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.

g
gongasluis99
From
Portugal
The staff are incredible!!! Very clean and cheap place. If you are planning to go to the mountains, just talk with the staff and you can leave the bags there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,538 reviews
Price from
US$36.45
1 night, 2 adults
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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
Michelle
From
Germany
The beds were very comfortable, the location was perfect and still quiet, and above all, Saroj was very helpful and really supported me a lot. 100% recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
Price from
US$44.51
1 night, 2 adults
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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, 166 reviews
Price from
US$46.59
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

O
Oi Wah
From
Hong Kong
The room is so clean with balcony. Comfortable bed. Good location. Nishan, at the reception, is so nice and helpful. Feel like at home. No double will come back again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

A
Alexandra
From
South Africa
Loved the breakfast garden and the music being played every morning; it was so relaxing to wake up to!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 980 reviews
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US$46.59
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

r
rachel
From
Guadeloupe
Very nice stay at Birds Nest Hostel! Dorms are clean and staff was super welcoming and nice! (Big thank you to Sunny for all the advices and kindness, and thank you to our super chef for the goooood food, its a must try!) 100% recommended place to stay 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews
Price from
US$13
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

I
Inna
From
Russia
the best hotel in Kathmandu for this price. modest but clean hotel. There is hot water, wi-fi works great, silence at night! no barking dogs and road noise. they have a cafe with reasonable prices and they will cook you food at your request, not spicy and not oversalted. the cook cooks deliciously. they also have natural coffee from a coffee machine. the staff is friendly and helpful. the atmosphere is kind. they try very hard.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews
Price from
US$11.34
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Sisters Home

Thamel, Kathmandu

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

D
Diljin
From
India
The property is amazing, located in prime location of Thameel. The place has amazing area to sit and chill also the staffs are amazing, super friendly and really genuine. The food we ordered was also amazing. Surely going to stay here the next time we visit Nepal for sure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews
Price from
US$14.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Hostel Kathmandu

Thamel, Kathmandu

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.

S
Sanjay
From
Nepal
The location is good and the staffs too. The owner provide me a free information about tours and travels as they also operate tour and travel agency.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults
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Bed and Pillow Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

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.

M
Mr. FaRabbi
From
Bangladesh
I stayed here for 3 nights and had a wonderful experience. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. I stayed in the dorm room on the top floor, which was comfortable and well-maintained. The rooftop restaurant is a perfect spot to relax, enjoy good food, and spend time chatting with friends. Overall, I really loved my stay here and would definitely recommend it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
Price from
US$12.80
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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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, 262 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 157 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

  • Holiday Hostel

    Thamel, Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, 1.1 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Holiday Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$44.45 per night

  • Thamel Hotel & Spa

    Thamel, Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 552 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

  • Thamel Hostel & Spa

    Thamel, Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    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$60 per night

  • Flock Kathmandu

    Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,174 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, bar and views of mountain, Flock Kathmandu is set in Kathmandu, 1.7 km from Hanuman Dhoka.

    From US$30 per night

  • Elbrus Home

    Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 507 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

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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, 118 reviews

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

    From US$13.44 per night

  • Veda Dormitory

    Kathmandu
    No credit card needed

    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

  • Peakman Residence

    Kathmandu
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 53 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

  • Planet Nomad Hostel

    Kathmandu
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 645 reviews

    Planet Nomad Hostel features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Kathmandu. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground.

    From US$13 per night

  • Big Tree Hostel

    Kathmandu
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews

    Set in Kathmandu, 1.8 km from Swayambhu, Big Tree Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$12 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 547 reviews

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

    From US$16.65 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 78 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 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 437 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, 333 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$33.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 257 reviews

    Set in Kathmandu, less than 1 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Rambler Hostel Pvt Ltd offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

    Located in Kathmandu, 1.3 km from Hanuman Dhoka, Rest Up Thamel Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    From US$127.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Hotel Red Planet is conveniently situated in Kathmandu, and features a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From US$15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    Famous House Kathmandu offers a warm and vibrant stay in the heart of Kathmandu, designed for travelers who want both comfort and community.

    From US$25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

    Situated in Kathmandu, 1.6 km from Swayambhu, Hello KTM Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$25 per night

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  • Flock Kathmandu

    Hostel in Kathmandu
    Avg. price/night: US$30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,174 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

  • Big Tree Hostel

    Hostel in Kathmandu
    Avg. price/night: US$12
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 292 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

  • Kwabahal Boutique Hostel

    Hostel in Thamel, Kathmandu
    Avg. price/night: US$153
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 980 reviews
    Best hostel in Katmandu thamel.Good room cheap cost .they organize tours and trekking.Good garden restaurants
    Guest review by
    BINBIN
    Solo traveller

  • Wander Thirst

    Hostel in Kathmandu
    Avg. price/night: US$12.60
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 598 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

  • Aarogya Hostel and Restaurant

    Hostel in Kathmandu
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 116 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