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The best hostels in Kathmandu

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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.

i
isumi
From
China
It’s a very good hostel with good location and good staffs. This hostel is right in the Thamel neighborhood, easy to get to the attractions and very easy to locate in indrive. The staff was also very nice and responsive and they put together a great day trip for me. The rooms and restrooms were clean and the food in the restaurant was very good. Wish I could have stayed here for more days:)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,049 reviews
Price from
Rp 727,218
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.

R
Ratana
From
Cambodia
Staff is super nice and accommodating. First of all they gave me an upgrade, comfy beds. I also left my luggage there and they let me have a shower before going to the airport.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,484 reviews
Price from
Rp 606,570
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.

G
Gurl
From
India
Our stay at bed&pillow was absolutely fantastic! The rooms were impeccably clean and comfortable, with stunning views of the city. The staff were incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful time. The hotel's location was perfect for exploring the area, and we especially loved the delicious breakfast served each morning. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Thamel ,Kathmandu ,Nepal
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
Rp 213,007
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.

E
Erik
From
Sweden
The rooms were spacious and clean. The receptionist was very kind. I forgot hos name.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews
Price from
Rp 715,404
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
Miky
From
Czech Republic
Breakfast was amazing. Scrambled eggs, buffalo bacon and milk tea. The location is great too. Garden inside the house. Perfect service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Price from
Rp 727,218
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, 235 reviews
Price from
Rp 216,335
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.

H
Headley
From
Nepal
I absolutely loved the hosts here. Everyone was so kind, genuinely caring, and excellent hosts. The food is amazing, the shower is the hottest shower you will ever take- which is amazing after many cold showers in Nepal! The hosts make you feel like family and the garden area is so comfortable to sit and have tea and meet people from all over the world! I was visiting my friend here and I was so impressed that I changed my schedule to stay a few days here with her and once on the way back from my other travels. it’s off the main road tucked out of the way which I loved. There is a school nearby and the kids will say hi and wave out the windows at you. it’s such a loving space.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews
Price from
Rp 174,732
1 night, 2 adults

Yakety Yak Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

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.

D
DonBahar
From
Bahrain
The staff were extremely helpful and kind. Definitely recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews
Price from
Rp 507,056
1 night, 2 adults

Alobar1000 Hostel

Kathmandu

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

J
James
From
United Kingdom
Clean, friendly staff, great food, and a swimming pool. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
Price from
Rp 539,173
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.

N
Nadav
From
Israel
I had a great stay! The hotel is very clean, perfectly located in the center, and the staff are extremely kind and helpful. Everyone was so nice and welcoming — I’d definitely come back again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
Price from
Rp 224,655
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 9.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 547 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,484 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,049 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, 263 reviews

Nextdoor Patan features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Pātan.

From Rp 1,095,154 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

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

From Rp 765,493 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 144 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 Rp 582,440 per night

Holiday Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 318 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 Rp 748,851 per night

Thamel Hotel & Spa

Thamel, Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 547 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 Rp 1,248,086 per night

Thamel Hostel & Spa

Thamel, Kathmandu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 47 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 Rp 1,497,703 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 89 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 Rp 1,838,846 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 Rp 848,698 per night

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews

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.

From Rp 199,694 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 440 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 Rp 241,130 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 center of Kathmandu, a 18-minute walk from Hanuman Dhoka.

From Rp 416,029 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 215 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 Rp 183,053 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews

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

From Rp 221,327 per night

Veda Dormitory

Kathmandu
Central location

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

From Rp 465,952 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews

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

From Rp 249,617 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 11 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 Rp 432,670 per night

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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 Rp 83,206 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 Rp 282,899 per night

Happy Donkey hostel

Kathmandu
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 44 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.

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 Rp 199,694 per night

Big Tree Hostel

Kathmandu
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 276 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 Rp 199,694 per night

Verve Nepal's Hostel

Kathmandu
No credit card needed
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 Rp 249,617 per night

Elbrus Home

Kathmandu
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 478 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 Rp 216,335 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.5
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located in Kathmandu, Pema Guest House features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From Rp 246,955 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Kathmandu

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Avg. price/night: Rp 499,234
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,135 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: Rp 199,694
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 276 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: Rp 2,263,195
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,049 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: Rp 230,646
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 587 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 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 128 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
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