Hostels in Kathmandu
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Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel
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.
Thamel Heritage Hostel
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.
Kwabahal Garden Hostel
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.
Nepalaya Home Hostel
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.
Kwabahal Boutique Hostel
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.
Birds Nest Hostel
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.
Best Hostel
Located in Kathmandu, 2.3 miles from Hanuman Dhoka, Best Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Alobar1000 Hostel
Alobar1000 Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Kathmandu.
Bed and Pillow Hostel
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.
Thamel Hostel & Spa
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.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 598 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 340 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 553 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 164 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,171 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,554 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 556 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 76 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 967 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kathmandu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Kathmandu and nearby
Holiday Hostel Kathmandu
Thamel, KathmanduCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 10.0Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 reviewHoliday Hostel Kathmandu has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Kathmandu.
From $34 per nightShangrila Boutique Hotel
Thamel, KathmanduCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 161 reviewsLocated 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 nightHoliday Hostel
Thamel, KathmanduCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 363 reviewsLocated 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 $30 per nightHotel Yala Peak
Thamel, KathmanduCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 439 reviewsIdeally 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 nightYakety Yak Hostel
Thamel, KathmanduCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 340 reviewsLocated 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 $34.02 per nightThamel Hotel & Spa
Thamel, KathmanduCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 556 reviewsFeaturing 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 nightThamel Hostel and Apartment
Thamel, KathmanduCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 1.0Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 reviewFeaturing a bar, Thamel Hostel and Apartment is located in the center of Kathmandu, a 18-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka.
From $25 per nightRambler Hostel Pvt Ltd
Thamel, KathmanduCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 260 reviewsLocated in Kathmandu, a 11-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka, Rambler Hostel Pvt Ltd has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
From $50 per night
Save money on hostels in Kathmandu and nearby – budget options available
Nextdoor Patan
PātanBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 9.5Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 262 reviewsNextdoor Patan features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Pātan.
From $56.09 per nightAashraya Home Hostel
Thamel, KathmanduBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 10.0Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviewsFeaturing a bar, Aashraya Home Hostel is located in the center of Kathmandu, 1.1 miles from Hanuman Dhoka.
From $60 per nightFlock Kathmandu
KathmanduBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,171 reviewsFeaturing a terrace, bar and views of mountain, Flock Kathmandu is located in Kathmandu, 1.1 miles from Hanuman Dhoka.
From $30 per nightElbrus Home
KathmanduBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 516 reviewsLocated 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 nightWander Thirst
KathmanduBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 598 reviewsLocated in Kathmandu, 1.1 miles from Hanuman Dhoka, Wander Thirst provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
From $12.60 per night
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Antique Hostel Nepal
Thamel, KathmanduNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 116 reviewsAntique Hostel Nepal features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kathmandu.
From $13.44 per nightVeda Dormitory
KathmanduNo credit card neededLocated 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 nightVeda Dormitory
KathmanduNo credit card neededVeda Dormitory is located in Kathmandu, a 11-minute walk from Pashupatinath and 2 miles from Boudhanath Stupa.
From $28 per nightHotel Sisters Home
Thamel, KathmanduNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 180 reviewsHotel Sisters Home has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kathmandu.
From $20 per nightPeakman Residence
KathmanduNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 52 reviewsLocated in Kathmandu, 2.6 miles from Pashupatinath, Peakman Residence provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Planet Nomad Hostel
KathmanduNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 659 reviewsPlanet 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 nightBig Tree Hostel
KathmanduNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 299 reviewsLocated 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 nightVerve Nepal's Hostel
KathmanduNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 10.0Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviewsLocated 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
- Avg. price/night: $30Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,171 reviewsI 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 byCherry CHAISolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $12Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 299 reviewsit 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 byVishalTravelers with friends
- Avg. price/night: $153Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 967 reviewsBest hostel in Katmandu thamel.Good room cheap cost .they organize tours and trekking.Good garden restaurantsGuest review byBINBINSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $12.60Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 598 reviewsA 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 byJosuaSolo traveler
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 115 reviewsCool cheap stay in dormitory. Clean and friendly staff. Nice chillout areas with food available on premises. Would happily recommend.Guest review bytammySolo traveler
