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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.

m
maia
From
Israel
The common area to meet people is very nice, staff is helpful and it's very well located
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,034 reviews
Price from
$45.26
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.

I
Irakli
From
Georgia
Clean and Comfortable. WiFi is perfect. Showers nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,490 reviews
Price from
$36.45
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.

M
MUKUNDA
From
North Macedonia
I truly enjoyed my stay here. The staff were warm, welcoming, and always ready to help. The location was perfect, close to everything I needed. My room was spotless, comfortable, and had reliable hot water at all times. The service was excellent, and I would happily return on my next visit."
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
$12.80
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.

H
Hikmat
From
Nepal
This is best hostel to stay. I highly recommend this place to stay it clean, quiet and simple.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 179 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.

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, 189 reviews
Price from
$45.26
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 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 399 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 9.0
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.

S
Sitha
From
Austria
the rooms are clean and comfortable. the surroundings are quiet and the garden around the restaurant is beautiful. you can refill filtered water. we came by bicycle and were able to store them safely here. even when we packed the cycles for the flight, we were able to store the packed boxes safely for a few days. the owners and staff are very helpful. the wifi works very well. there is a bicycle repair shop nearby where you can get boxes for transport by plane.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 255 reviews
Price from
$10.50
1 night, 2 adults

Alobar1000 Hostel

Kathmandu

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

M
Mado Haddad
From
Egypt
Decent staff, bathrooms are clean and enough o accommodate large capacity. The swimming pool and common areas are nice. Thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 202 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 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 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.

Most booked hostels in Kathmandu and surrounding area in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 279 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 616 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu

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

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 537 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,034 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,490 reviews

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.

From $56.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Holiday Hostel Kathmandu has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Kathmandu.

From $46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 146 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

Holiday Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 323 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 $45 per night

Thamel Hotel & Spa

Thamel, Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 550 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

Thamel Hostel & Spa

Thamel, Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 44 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 87 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.

From $110.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

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

From $51 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, 148 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

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

From $28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

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

From $15 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 $5 per night

Pasa Home

Kathmandu
No credit card needed

Ideally located in the Thamel district of Kathmandu, Pasa Home is located 1.6 miles from Swayambhu, 1.1 miles from Kathmandu Durbar Square and 2.2 miles from Swayambhunath Temple.

From $17 per night

Peakman Residence

Kathmandu
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 56 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

Planet Nomad Hostel

Kathmandu
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 616 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 playground.

From $13 per night

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 437 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 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 310 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 $33.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

Located conveniently in the center of Kathmandu, Rambler Hostel Pvt Ltd has free WiFi throughout the property, a terrace and free private parking for guests who drive.

From $13 per night
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.

From $15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 13 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 $26 per night

Big Tree Hostel

Kathmandu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 279 reviews

Located in Kathmandu, 1.1 miles from Swayambhu, Big Tree Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From $12 per night

Flock Kathmandu

Kathmandu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,146 reviews

Featuring a terrace, bar and views of mountain, Flock Kathmandu is located in Kathmandu, 1.2 miles from Hanuman Dhoka.

From $30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

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

From $15 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Kathmandu

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Avg. price/night: $30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,146 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, 279 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: $136
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,034 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, 590 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 8.4
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 traveler