The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel

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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Standard Double Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 king bed
Free stay for your child
Costs first night to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast $2 (optional)
We have 1 left
$14 per night
Price $43
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel in Kathmandu offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the games room. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Chinese, British, American, Italian, pizza, local, and international cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, American, and vegetarian. Convenient Location: Located 5.6 mi from Tribhuvan International Airport, the hostel is a 19-minute walk from Swayambhu and 0.6 mi from Swayambhunath Temple. Nearby attractions include Kathmandu Durbar Square and Boudhanath Stupa. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the host, property cleanliness, and convenient location.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Asian, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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+ King Room with Balcony
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  • 1 king bed
$48 for 3 nights
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6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
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  • 6 bunk beds
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6-Bed Male Dormitory Room
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  • 6 bunk beds
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6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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King Room with Balcony
  • 1 king bed
Balcony
Mountain view
Landmark view
City view
Private bathroom
Terrace
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Safe
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Desk
  • Sitting area
  • Slippers
  • Fan
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
  • Walk-in closet
  • Carpeted
  • Laptop safe
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitizer
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
$16 per night
Price $48
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Good breakfast $2
  • Costs first night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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  • Free stay for your child
Standard Double Room
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 king bed
Private bathroom
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
$14 per night
Price $43
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Good breakfast $2
  • Costs first night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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  • Free stay for your child
6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
  • 6 bunk beds
275 feet²
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$5 per night
Price $14
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Good breakfast $2
  • Costs first night to cancel
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6-Bed Male Dormitory Room
  • 6 bunk beds
250 feet²
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$5 per night
Price $14
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Good breakfast $2
  • Costs first night to cancel
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6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 6 bunk beds
250 feet²
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$5 per night
Price $14
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Good breakfast $2
  • Costs first night to cancel
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tomer
    Israel Israel
    “The rooms are big, modern and very comfortable. Azeet the owner was very helpful and was doing above and beyond to care for my needs.”
  • Tommasina
    United States United States
    “This property is clean and well maintained. It is big with plenty of space to enjoy being outside your room if you wanted. But, what really makes this place topknot is the kind hearted owner and his family. They made me feel at home. I am a single...”
  • Rupesh
    India India
    “The location was at walking distance from Swayambhu, which is one of the best and must tourist attraction. Also most of the buses are available around the location. Room had a good mountain view and cozy beds. Owner (Ajeet) is very friendly and...”
  • Elizabeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “As I was spending time at the Tergar Oselling monastery it was a great location to be near both the temple and swayambhu Buddha park, and it's only 15 mins from Tamel on bike/taxi. The family who run the hostel are delightful, and so willing to...”
  • Arnolda
    Germany Germany
    “Our room was big enough and clean with a balcony on the main road from which you can have a nice view of the city. The host and his family are very welcoming and we had the best time in Kathmandu with them. It happened that we were there during...”
  • Kushal
    Nepal Nepal
    “The neatness of rooms, bathroom, toilet and the building is beautiful inside too.”
  • Lanxin
    China China
    “This hotel was a complete surprise in Kathmandu—absolutely beautiful, very clean, and with delicious breakfast. The owner is incredibly kind and attentive, offering me all kinds of help. The location is not remote at all; close to the mountains,...”
  • Jahir
    Bangladesh Bangladesh
    “I liked the behaviour of the owner and his family. Also the environment was super peaceful. If anyone is visiting for Work this place would be a great stay. Also the bus stands are near. And if someone is travelling, they can enjoy the total view...”
  • Arad
    Israel Israel
    “For most of the stuff i would have given even 10 stars. Definitely the staff, also the rooms are so clean so welcoming, everything looks new and very nice breakfast. Really feels like a homestay more than a hostel. Everything else is so thought...”
  • Anna
    Uzbekistan Uzbekistan
    “Magnificent! Clean, pleasant staff. Charming view of the city. Away from the hustle and bustle of the center. The best option for common areas. I could work on my laptop peacefully. Access to the rooftop. Hot water is always available. The dining...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      American • Chinese • British • Italian • Pizza • Local • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
From 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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 of all ages are welcome.

Children 5 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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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 on request. No extra charges.
Groups
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