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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.

F
Filipe
From
Portugal
Super clean, good garden and kitchen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,000 reviews
Price from
$46.59
1 night, 2 adults

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.

k
kumar
From
India
Nice hostel in Kathmandu . Hostel has nice and clean bathroom, comfortable bed , rooftop restaurant and mainly staff were really helpful and humble. Also they provide information about tour and trekking. I had a great time.🇮🇳🇮🇳
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,517 reviews
Price from
$36.45
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.

S
Steven Harvey Thomas
From
Canada
I had a fantastic stay at a hostel that offered amazing free information about trekking, city tours and many more. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a wellness-focused, budget-friendly stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
Price from
$44.51
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.

M
Majla
From
Hungary
The Garden is a real escape from the noisy and budy Thamel. A great place to chill, and you find everything nearby.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews
Price from
$46.59
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.

S
Sujan
From
Nepal
These hostels are excellent venues to meet new people and have a more social experience when traveling. Furthermore, they are one of the most affordable types of lodging, allowing you to save money while traveling. I am so thanks full to the team. I look forward to meeting you again. Free Wi-Fi, attached bathroom, spotless room, and kitchen, Just Wow....
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews
Price from
$12
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.

R
Reuben C
From
India
Very good and hospitable staff and nice and comfy neat and clean stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
Price from
$13
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.

C
Carlos
From
United States
The best thing about this hotel is the hospitality. Sunny is an amazing, warm hearted kind person and you can tell he treats the staff in the same demeanor. You feel safe and welcomed here with his first smile. First the price is the best in the vicinity ( save some $$). I loved this location (outside of the busy thamel areas and only a 70 cent grab ride pretty much anywhere.) I had a square loop of my favorite places all within walking distance (great coffee shops, yoga studio, lunch spot) I dont know how they can have such an amazing restaurant with prices so cheap. I dont get it, but i welcome it. Great location for people who do not require much other than the basic necessities and want to support local nepalese humans. Oh and I met some great people here, so its a mini vortex of like minded travelers and explorers. This is not a party spot.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews
Price from
$11.34
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Sisters Home

Thamel, Kathmandu

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

A
Aran
From
United Kingdom
If you want to leave Nepal having gained a true Nepalese friend then stay here. The owner is lovely to the bone. Couldn't be more helpful and genuinely friendly. I stayed much longer than planned. The place is good value for the price. Reliable and fast internet, nice balcony area, good low cost restaurant with Western breakfast and Nepalese food. Luggage storage for when you hike. Water refill so you don't need to pile up plastic in this stunning country. Seriously, you can't ask for anything more for the price. I left having made a good friend for life. Stay here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
Price from
$14.25
1 night, 2 adults

Alobar1000 Hostel

Kathmandu

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

M
Minhaj
From
Bangladesh
Excellent accommodation for the value of money. The staff are very well behaved, nice cozy restaurant, the Milk chai was the best Chai in Nepal for me.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
Price from
$32.40
1 night, 2 adults

Checkpoint KTM Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

Located in Kathmandu, one mile from Hanuman Dhoka, Checkpoint KTM Hostel provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

K
Kay Wo Xen
From
Taiwan
New , clean and have everything that a backpackers needs
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
$13.50
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 9.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 551 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,517 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,001 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 96 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.

From $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.

From $46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews

Located in Kathmandu, a 17-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Shangrila Boutique Hotel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From $35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 340 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.

From $37.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 444 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.

From $14.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 326 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.

From $33.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 551 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.

From $70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 35 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.

From $90 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 center of Kathmandu, a 18-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka.

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

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

From $13.30 per night

Veda Dormitory

Kathmandu
No credit card needed

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.

From $10 per night

Veda Dormitory

Kathmandu
No credit card needed

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

From $28 per night

Sweetis Home

Kathmandu
No credit card needed

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

From $15 per night

Happy Donkey hostel

Kathmandu
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 43 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.

From $9 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

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

From $51 per night

Peakman Residence

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

Located in Kathmandu, 2.6 miles from Pashupatinath, Peakman Residence provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From $12 per night

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

Elbrus Home

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

From $14 per night

Wander Thirst

Kathmandu
Budget options available
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.

From $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

Featuring a shared lounge, Society Hostel is located in the center of Kathmandu, 1.2 miles from Hanuman Dhoka.

Heranya hostel

Bākhri Kharka
Budget options available

Located in Bākhri Kharka, within a 3-minute walk of Patan Durbar Square and 3.3 miles of Hanuman Dhoka, Heranya hostel provides accommodations with a bar and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,154 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: $12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 291 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: $153
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,001 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: $13.86
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, 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 traveler