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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.

k
kikikibird
From
Hong Kong
I feel secure that it runs a restaurant in the front yard instead of the other hostels usually run restaurant on the roof top. The dorm bed is very very comfortable. All of the staff are super polite and informative. They greeting me every time when I passed by the front desk, it is like the way of a five star hotel hospitality. The shower is powerful and it is real hot shower. Shower room is handy, well facility. One of the staff named Binod Bhandari is humble and hearty helpful. I m wondering Kwabahal boutique hostel probably is the best of the best hostel in Nepal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,033 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.

P
Pavel
From
Czech Republic
Really amazing place .all the staff are really friendly and helped me a lot specially karan and chiran.the best thing is there is wonderful rooftop,restaurant and they organise trekking and travels ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,486 reviews
Price from
US$36.45
1 night, 2 adults

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
Moa
From
Sweden
Amazing rooftop and lovely staff! Very nice breakfast served on the roof with a view of the city and the mountains. Got to borrow a computer and got to leave our bags when we went trecking without extra cost. The hotel is located extremely central. Nibhesh in the reception and the owner Niranjan gave many nice recommendations for our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$12.80
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.

E
Esther
From
United Kingdom
Very nice hotel. Clean and quiet. The staff is amazing, Saroj helped me out a lot and was always there to answer any question.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 176 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
KAIMAO
From
China
Beautiful place, good vibes, very good hospitality, friendly and caring staff , nice and cozy place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 188 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.

B
Bryl Guevarra
From
Philippines
Location, staff are friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 399 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.

H
Hanife
From
United States
Everything. Everyone was so kind and accommodating. Not pushy at all. So nice. And my room THE BEST. I was in a bird’s nest in the BIRD’s NEST. Grounds so pretty and quiet also. Always hot water, everything clean, everyone genuinely smiling. Such a pleasant stay in the city i know and visit very very frequently but always stay away from the center. I had to be in the city this time and had some reservations. Bird’s Nest was such a welcome
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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.

L
Linda
From
Finland
The stay was very pleasant. The owner Sunny ji made sure everything was alright and contacted me even prior to my arrival. The room and bathroom were clean and peaceful and the breakfast was tasty. After getting stuck in the floods, Sunny ji let me cancel the stay free of charge, for which I am also very grateful. I recommend this place to everyone!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 257 reviews
Price from
US$10.50
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
Lena
From
Sweden
Good facilities and perfect location!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 201 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.

M
Max
From
Belgium
First of all, the property was exceptionally clean and well-maintained upon arrival, which made for a very welcoming first impression. Furthermore, the location was excellent. It was conveniently situated, making it easy to access the city center, public transport and local amenities I also appreciated the thoughtful amenities. The comfortable beds, good WiFi and common room greatly enhanced my stay and made it very comfortable. I’m especially grateful for the excellent local advice you provided. Your recommendations for things to do in and around Kathmandu were incredibly helpful and saved me a significant amount of money, making my trip much more affordable and authentic. Overall, the property provided great value for the price. It was a pleasant and hassle-free experience from start to finish. I would certainly recommend it to others and would not hesitate to book it again in the future. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 32 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 9.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 591 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 550 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,033 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 535 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,486 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 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 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 146 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, 329 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$45 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 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 313 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$33.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 550 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, 43 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 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

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Kathmandu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

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

From US$13.30 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews

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

From US$15 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

Pasa Home

Kathmandu
No credit card needed

Ideally set in the Thamel district of Kathmandu, Pasa Home is situated 2.5 km from Swayambhu, 1.8 km from Kathmandu Durbar Square and 3.6 km from Swayambhunath Temple.

From US$17 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 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

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$67.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 86 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$117 per night

Flock Kathmandu

Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,148 reviews

Featuring a terrace, bar and views of mountain, Flock Kathmandu is set in Kathmandu, 1.9 km from Hanuman Dhoka.

From US$30 per night

Elbrus Home

Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 488 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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 591 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

The 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, The Hostel is set in the centre of Kathmandu, 2 km from Hanuman Dhoka.

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...

From US$6.53 per night

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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Avg. price/night: US$30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,148 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, 280 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$162
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,033 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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 591 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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 126 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