Happy Donkey hostel

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.2

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Happy Donkey hostel in Kathmandu offers a welcoming environment with free on-site private parking, a lounge, and a 24-hour front desk. The property is pet-friendly and includes shared and private bathrooms. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy a family-friendly restaurant serving Chinese, Indian, and Nepalese cuisines, alongside vegetarian options. The restaurant offers brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails in a relaxed ambiance. Convenient Location: Located 3.7 mi from Tribhuvan International Airport, the hostel is close to attractions such as Hanuman Dhoka (17-minute walk), Swayambhu (1.1 mi), and Kathmandu Durbar Square (19-minute walk). Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • BBQ facilities
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Located in the top-rated area in Kathmandu, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2!

Breakfast Info

Breakfast to go

Options with:

  • Terrace

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Accommodation Type Number of guests Today's Price Your choices Select amount
Budget Double Room
We have 1 left
  • 1 queen bed
Patio
Private bathroom
Terrace
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linens
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sitting area
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2
$11 per night
Price $33
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast $1.90
  • Free cancellation anytime
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
Max adults: 2
$11 per night
Price $33
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast $1.90
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
Max adults: 2
$14 per night
Price $41
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast $1.90
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$10 per night
Price $30
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast $1.90
  • Free cancellation anytime
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
We have 5 left
  • 1 full bed
180 feet²
Patio
Terrace
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$4 per night
Price $12
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast $1.90
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$4 per night
Price $13
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast $1.90
  • Free cancellation anytime
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
  • You won't be charged yet
Limited supply in Kathmandu for your dates: 3 hostels like this are already unavailable on our site
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Marta
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great spot to relax with a drink with a good crowd. Room was clean, comfortable, affordable and in a great location.”
  • Giovanna
    Italy Italy
    “Cozy and nice environment with amazing staff members. I highly recommend.”
  • Jeremy
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “The best thing about the Happy Donkey is the staff and the atmosphere. It's such a relaxed place and the staff were really helpful, friendly and chill. The private rooms are very nice as well, very good value for money.”
  • Keith
    Austria Austria
    “The atmosphere, the staff the location and the food. The chilled mood in the place was complimented by the cool buzz of backpackers/friends playing, jamming and talking. Would really recommend for a true hostel vibe. Food is really good value and...”
  • Nata
    Russia Russia
    “Everything here was perfect: location, cleanliness, interior, high-speed wifi, friendly and fun atmosphere”
  • Schiemann
    Germany Germany
    “A great hostel providing everything you need. Was a very nice stay and we felt comfortable around the people and in our dorm.”
  • Timo
    South Africa South Africa
    “The owners are so friendly, the hostel feels like one big family. We felt so comfortable and happy there. the breakfasts are AMAZING, freshly made and so delicious! If you are looking for a relaxed hostel that know how to run a place perfectly,...”
  • Iveta
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “One of the best hostels we stayed in in Kathmandu. Room was clean, nice social area and staff are very kind and polite, willing to help :)”
  • Nikita
    India India
    “The ambiance is very good, people are too friendly & helpful. Perfect location. Highly recommended.”
  • Anonymous
    India India
    “Nice guesthouse near Thamel in noiseless location. All stuff is helpful and nice people. Good room with hot water available”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Donkey's Kitchen
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Indian • Nepalese
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

Happy Donkey hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
Available 24 hours
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.