Top Hostels in Kathmandu
Kwabahal Boutique Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Kathmandu hostel is 1 km from the Gaddi Baithak and 2 km from such cultural venues as the perfectly proportioned monument "Swayambhunath Temple". The lush Garden of Dreams is located within reach of the Kathmandu property.
Kwabahal Boutique hostel is situated within 700 metres of the Mandala Street.
The rooms at the hostel come with a balcony and offer views of the city.
Kwabahal Boutique Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Kwabahal Boutique Hostel
The Kathmandu hostel is 1 km from the Gaddi Baithak and 2 km from such cultural venues as the perfectly proportioned monument "Swayambhunath Temple". The lush Garden of Dreams is located within reach of the Kathmandu property.
Kwabahal Boutique hostel is situated within 700 metres of the Mandala Street.
The rooms at the hostel come with a balcony and offer views of the city.
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Guest favorite
Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Terrace
The hostel is located in a business area of Kathmandu, 2.1 km from the Kathmandu Durbar Square. Rest Up Kathmandu hostel is approximately 30 minutes on foot from the richly detailed stone sculpture "Kal Bhairab Temple".
Guests travelling for work will appreciate the location 2.2 km from the nine storey Dharahara Tower.
The rooms at the Kathmandu hostel come with an adjoining terrace and offer views of the patio.
Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Terrace
Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel
The hostel is located in a business area of Kathmandu, 2.1 km from the Kathmandu Durbar Square. Rest Up Kathmandu hostel is approximately 30 minutes on foot from the richly detailed stone sculpture "Kal Bhairab Temple".
Guests travelling for work will appreciate the location 2.2 km from the nine storey Dharahara Tower.
The rooms at the Kathmandu hostel come with an adjoining terrace and offer views of the patio.
Wander Thirst
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Woodcraft Gallery is only 450 metres from the hostel, and natural sites like the lush Garden of Dreams are only 1 km away. In addition, the Ratna Park can be found around 20 minutes on foot from the accommodation.
The Old Freak Street is just 1.8 km from the Kathmandu hostel.
Along with views of the garden, the property offers 72 rooms, some of which come with a balcony and a dressing room.
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Woodcraft Gallery is only 450 metres from the hostel, and natural sites like the lush Garden of Dreams are only 1 km away. In addition, the Ratna Park can be found around 20 minutes on foot from the accommodation.
The Old Freak Street is just 1.8 km from the Kathmandu hostel.
Along with views of the garden, the property offers 72 rooms, some of which come with a balcony and a dressing room.
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Top location
Best Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
The hostel is 2.9 km from the Pashupatinath Temple and 3.2 km from such cultural venues as The Taragaon Contemporary Art Museum. Guests can explore nearby places of worship, including the two-storey Kathesimbu Stupa Pagoda, which is within 30 minutes' walk of this Kathmandu hostel.
Best hostel allows guests to enjoy such natural sights as the Ratna Park, located 2.4 km away.
Each of the 11 rooms in this hostel comes with a balcony and overlooks the city.
Best Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Best Hostel
The hostel is 2.9 km from the Pashupatinath Temple and 3.2 km from such cultural venues as The Taragaon Contemporary Art Museum. Guests can explore nearby places of worship, including the two-storey Kathesimbu Stupa Pagoda, which is within 30 minutes' walk of this Kathmandu hostel.
Best hostel allows guests to enjoy such natural sights as the Ratna Park, located 2.4 km away.
Each of the 11 rooms in this hostel comes with a balcony and overlooks the city.
Elbrus Home
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
This hostel is 2.1 km from the grand Naag Pokhari Palace and 4.8 km from such cultural venues as the Boudhanath Stupa. Hiti Pokhari is a 17-minute stroll from the Kathmandu hostel, while the Jhochhen street is 30 minutes' walk away.
Elbrus Home hostel is situated a short way from Kala Patthar.
Elbrus Home
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Elbrus Home
This hostel is 2.1 km from the grand Naag Pokhari Palace and 4.8 km from such cultural venues as the Boudhanath Stupa. Hiti Pokhari is a 17-minute stroll from the Kathmandu hostel, while the Jhochhen street is 30 minutes' walk away.
Elbrus Home hostel is situated a short way from Kala Patthar.
Yog Hostel- Best Social Backpacker Hostel In Thamel -Rooftop-Capsule Bunks Ac
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
Located 6 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the Boudhanath Stupa, this Kathmandu hostel is also 1.9 km from Taleju Temple. Yog Hostel- Best Social Backpacker Hostel In Thamel -Rooftop-Capsule Bunks Ac is a short way from Kala Patthar.
Guests will have the opportunity to explore the walled Narayanhity Palace Museum, situated about 20 minutes' walk away.
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
Located 6 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the Boudhanath Stupa, this Kathmandu hostel is also 1.9 km from Taleju Temple. Yog Hostel- Best Social Backpacker Hostel In Thamel -Rooftop-Capsule Bunks Ac is a short way from Kala Patthar.
Guests will have the opportunity to explore the walled Narayanhity Palace Museum, situated about 20 minutes' walk away.
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Great deal
Antique Hostel Nepal
- In-room breakfast
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
The two-storey Kathesimbu Stupa Pagoda is just 50 metres from the Kathmandu hostel, and natural sites like the Ratna Park are just 0.8 km away. The pagoda - style Kasthamandap Temple, a nearby place of worship, is in proximity to the accommodation.
The public Narayanhity Palace Museum is about a 5-minute ride from this Kathmandu hostel.
The property offers rooms with a balcony, and certain units come with carpeted floors.
Antique Hostel Nepal
- In-room breakfast
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Antique Hostel Nepal
The two-storey Kathesimbu Stupa Pagoda is just 50 metres from the Kathmandu hostel, and natural sites like the Ratna Park are just 0.8 km away. The pagoda - style Kasthamandap Temple, a nearby place of worship, is in proximity to the accommodation.
The public Narayanhity Palace Museum is about a 5-minute ride from this Kathmandu hostel.
The property offers rooms with a balcony, and certain units come with carpeted floors.
Alobar1000 Hostel
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Plunge pool
The richly detailed stone sculpture "Kal Bhairab Temple" is only 1.9 km from the hostel, while the neo classical historical Garden of Dreams is a mere 1.2 km away. You can access the Kathmandu Durbar Square (2 km) and the Gaddi Baithak (2.1 km) as popular shopping choices in the area.
Alobar1000 hostel is situated around a 25-minute walk from the Kathmandu Durbar Square and a short way from the Mandala Street.
Alobar1000 Hostel
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Plunge pool
Alobar1000 Hostel
The richly detailed stone sculpture "Kal Bhairab Temple" is only 1.9 km from the hostel, while the neo classical historical Garden of Dreams is a mere 1.2 km away. You can access the Kathmandu Durbar Square (2 km) and the Gaddi Baithak (2.1 km) as popular shopping choices in the area.
Alobar1000 hostel is situated around a 25-minute walk from the Kathmandu Durbar Square and a short way from the Mandala Street.
Monkey Bunky-3Monkeys Backpacker'S Hostel
- Free parking
- Security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Situated 950 m from such significant cultural landmarks as the perfectly proportioned monument "Swayambhunath Temple", this Kathmandu hostel is also a stone's throw from Mahakala temple. In addition, the Makhan Tole Street can be found 2.6 km from the hostel.
The pagoda - style Kasthamandap Temple is about 30 minutes on foot from the property.
Monkey Bunky-3Monkeys Backpacker'S Hostel
- Free parking
- Security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Monkey Bunky-3Monkeys Backpacker'S Hostel
Situated 950 m from such significant cultural landmarks as the perfectly proportioned monument "Swayambhunath Temple", this Kathmandu hostel is also a stone's throw from Mahakala temple. In addition, the Makhan Tole Street can be found 2.6 km from the hostel.
The pagoda - style Kasthamandap Temple is about 30 minutes on foot from the property.
Hotel Yala Peak
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
The budget hostel boasts a quiet location just 1.2 km from the Kathmandu Durbar Square, just 1.3 km from shopping opportunities such as the Gaddi Baithak. Natural sights in the area include the Ratna Park, in the vicinity of Yala Peak hostel, and a beach is nearly a 10-minute walk away.
Nearby cultural landmarks feature the Judda Art gallery "National Museum of Nepal", located 2.3 km away.
Along with views of the garden, Yala Peak hostel offers 10 rooms, some of which come with a sitting area and a kitchen.
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
The budget hostel boasts a quiet location just 1.2 km from the Kathmandu Durbar Square, just 1.3 km from shopping opportunities such as the Gaddi Baithak. Natural sights in the area include the Ratna Park, in the vicinity of Yala Peak hostel, and a beach is nearly a 10-minute walk away.
Nearby cultural landmarks feature the Judda Art gallery "National Museum of Nepal", located 2.3 km away.
Along with views of the garden, Yala Peak hostel offers 10 rooms, some of which come with a sitting area and a kitchen.
Birds Nest Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Garden area
This Kathmandu hostel is situated 2.1 km from Basantapur Tower and 2.4 km from the nine storey Dharahara Tower, catering to the needs of business guests. Birds Nest hostel is located within 20 minutes' walk of the Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Families can enjoy proximity to the Kathmandu Funpark, which is 2.3 km away.
Birds Nest Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Garden area
Birds Nest Hostel
This Kathmandu hostel is situated 2.1 km from Basantapur Tower and 2.4 km from the nine storey Dharahara Tower, catering to the needs of business guests. Birds Nest hostel is located within 20 minutes' walk of the Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Families can enjoy proximity to the Kathmandu Funpark, which is 2.3 km away.
Big Tree Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Found within 25 minutes' walk of the Kathmandu Funpark, the hostel is about a 5-minute ride from worship locations like the style Kasthamandap Temple. In addition, the Kathmandu Durbar Square can be found just 1.9 km from this hostel.
The Thamel is 700 metres away, and the sophisticated Casino Royale, available to diversify your stay, is nearly a 30-minute walk away.
Some of the rooms at the property are fitted with reading light, as well as extra long beds.
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Found within 25 minutes' walk of the Kathmandu Funpark, the hostel is about a 5-minute ride from worship locations like the style Kasthamandap Temple. In addition, the Kathmandu Durbar Square can be found just 1.9 km from this hostel.
The Thamel is 700 metres away, and the sophisticated Casino Royale, available to diversify your stay, is nearly a 30-minute walk away.
Some of the rooms at the property are fitted with reading light, as well as extra long beds.
Planet Nomad Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Steam room
- Sun terrace
Found approximately a 10-minute ride from the Jhochhen street, the Kathmandu hostel is about 25 minutes on foot from worship locations like the pagoda - style Kasthamandap Temple. Natural sights in the area include the Ratna Park, within a 2-km distance of Planet Nomad hostel, and a beach is merely 450 metres away.
The perfectly proportioned monument "Swayambhunath Temple" is among the cultural highlights close to the accommodation, situated nearly a 30-minute walk away.
Planet Nomad Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Steam room
- Sun terrace
Planet Nomad Hostel
Found approximately a 10-minute ride from the Jhochhen street, the Kathmandu hostel is about 25 minutes on foot from worship locations like the pagoda - style Kasthamandap Temple. Natural sights in the area include the Ratna Park, within a 2-km distance of Planet Nomad hostel, and a beach is merely 450 metres away.
The perfectly proportioned monument "Swayambhunath Temple" is among the cultural highlights close to the accommodation, situated nearly a 30-minute walk away.
Aarogya Hostel And Restaurant
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Entertainment
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Patio
Found only 1.2 km from the lush Garden of Dreams, the Kathmandu hostel is a short way from worship locations like the Shiva Mandir Temple. The hostel is conveniently located 2.1 km from the grand Naag Pokhari Palace and 1.7 km from the walled Narayanhity Palace Museum, offering proximity to historical attractions for enthusiasts.
The Kathmandu Durbar Square is nearly a 5-minute ride from the accommodation.
Aarogya Hostel And Restaurant
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Entertainment
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Patio
Aarogya Hostel And Restaurant
Found only 1.2 km from the lush Garden of Dreams, the Kathmandu hostel is a short way from worship locations like the Shiva Mandir Temple. The hostel is conveniently located 2.1 km from the grand Naag Pokhari Palace and 1.7 km from the walled Narayanhity Palace Museum, offering proximity to historical attractions for enthusiasts.
The Kathmandu Durbar Square is nearly a 5-minute ride from the accommodation.
Mystic Vibes Fitness - Soultribe Commune
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
- Sun terrace
Found 3.6 km from the Large Tibetan Kopan Buddhist Monastery, the Kathmandu hostel is 2.4 km from worship locations like the Pashupatinath Temple. You can access the Kathmandu Durbar Square (3.7 km) and the Kathmandu Durbar Square (3.5 km) as popular shopping choices in the area.
Guests will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like the upscale Casino Royale, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away.
Each room at the hostel includes a patio, plus there is a patio for the guests.
Mystic Vibes Fitness - Soultribe Commune
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
- Sun terrace
Mystic Vibes Fitness - Soultribe Commune
Found 3.6 km from the Large Tibetan Kopan Buddhist Monastery, the Kathmandu hostel is 2.4 km from worship locations like the Pashupatinath Temple. You can access the Kathmandu Durbar Square (3.7 km) and the Kathmandu Durbar Square (3.5 km) as popular shopping choices in the area.
Guests will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like the upscale Casino Royale, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away.
Each room at the hostel includes a patio, plus there is a patio for the guests.
Thamel Hotel & Spa
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 1 per hour
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Sun terrace
The Kathmandu Durbar Square welcomes shopping lovers 1.6 km away, while the Mandala Street is only 450 metres from this Kathmandu hostel. The Boudhanath Stupa can be reached 4.8 km from the Kathmandu accommodation.
Also, Thamel Hotel & Spa hostel is within 20 minutes' walk of the Kathmandu Durbar Square.
All guest rooms at the Kathmandu property come with a view of the city, and some rooms also feature extra long beds.
Thamel Hotel & Spa
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 1 per hour
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Sun terrace
Thamel Hotel & Spa
The Kathmandu Durbar Square welcomes shopping lovers 1.6 km away, while the Mandala Street is only 450 metres from this Kathmandu hostel. The Boudhanath Stupa can be reached 4.8 km from the Kathmandu accommodation.
Also, Thamel Hotel & Spa hostel is within 20 minutes' walk of the Kathmandu Durbar Square.
All guest rooms at the Kathmandu property come with a view of the city, and some rooms also feature extra long beds.
Sara'S Backpackers Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Kathmandu hotel is approximately a 10-minute ride from the Large Tibetan Kopan Buddhist Monastery and nearly a 15-minute drive from such cultural venues as the Boudhanath Stupa. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the hostel is 3.6 km from the neo-classical Garden of Dreams.
To deepen your historical knowledge, visit the walled Narayanhity Palace Museum, which stands within 20 minutes' drive of the accommodation.
There are 20 rooms in the Kathmandu hostel, some of them come with coffee/tea making equipment, as well as amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Furnished with a writing desk, some rooms also have a balcony and a kitchen.
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Kathmandu hotel is approximately a 10-minute ride from the Large Tibetan Kopan Buddhist Monastery and nearly a 15-minute drive from such cultural venues as the Boudhanath Stupa. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the hostel is 3.6 km from the neo-classical Garden of Dreams.
To deepen your historical knowledge, visit the walled Narayanhity Palace Museum, which stands within 20 minutes' drive of the accommodation.
There are 20 rooms in the Kathmandu hostel, some of them come with coffee/tea making equipment, as well as amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Furnished with a writing desk, some rooms also have a balcony and a kitchen.
The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
Offerring a location 3.6 km from the Ratna Park, this Kathmandu hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the Indra Chowk, which is 3.2 km away. The local shopping options feature the Kathmandu Durbar Square (3 km) and the Kathmandu Durbar Square (3.1 km).
The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers hostel is also situated a few moments from the White Monastery.
Certain rooms at this accommodation include a balcony and a dressing area, as well as views of the city.
The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel
Offerring a location 3.6 km from the Ratna Park, this Kathmandu hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the Indra Chowk, which is 3.2 km away. The local shopping options feature the Kathmandu Durbar Square (3 km) and the Kathmandu Durbar Square (3.1 km).
The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers hostel is also situated a few moments from the White Monastery.
Certain rooms at this accommodation include a balcony and a dressing area, as well as views of the city.
Nepalaya Home Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
This Kathmandu hostel is located 50 metres from the two-storey Kathesimbu Stupa Pagoda and 2.3 km from the longtime Siddhartha Art Gallery. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the hostel is within reach of the neo-classical Garden of Dreams.
Taleju Temple is merely 0.7 km away, and the sophisticated Casino Royale, available to diversify your stay, is approximately 5 minutes away by car.
Nepalaya Home Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
Nepalaya Home Hostel
This Kathmandu hostel is located 50 metres from the two-storey Kathesimbu Stupa Pagoda and 2.3 km from the longtime Siddhartha Art Gallery. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the hostel is within reach of the neo-classical Garden of Dreams.
Taleju Temple is merely 0.7 km away, and the sophisticated Casino Royale, available to diversify your stay, is approximately 5 minutes away by car.
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Best-rated
Rest Up Thamel Hostel
- Valet parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Soundproofed rooms
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Found only 1.8 km from the Children's Amusement Park, the Kathmandu hostel is not far from worship locations like Kasthamandap Pagoda-Style Temple. The hostel is conveniently located 1.5 km from the walled Narayanhity Palace Museum and 2.4 km from the Singha Durbar, offering proximity to historical attractions for enthusiasts.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the perfectly proportioned monument "Swayambhunath Temple", which is nearly a 25-minute walk away.
The property offers rooms with a terrace, and certain units come with carpeted floors.
Rest Up Thamel Hostel
- Valet parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Soundproofed rooms
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Rest Up Thamel Hostel
Found only 1.8 km from the Children's Amusement Park, the Kathmandu hostel is not far from worship locations like Kasthamandap Pagoda-Style Temple. The hostel is conveniently located 1.5 km from the walled Narayanhity Palace Museum and 2.4 km from the Singha Durbar, offering proximity to historical attractions for enthusiasts.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the perfectly proportioned monument "Swayambhunath Temple", which is nearly a 25-minute walk away.
The property offers rooms with a terrace, and certain units come with carpeted floors.
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Here is a quick list of Hostels in Kathmandu, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Kwabahal Boutique Hostel |
9.3 / 10 (1186 Reviews) |
From 6$ | |
| Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel |
9.0 / 10 (1345 Reviews) |
From 5$ | |
| Wander Thirst |
8.8 / 10 (598 Reviews) |
From 4$ | |
| Best Hostel |
9.3 / 10 (231 Reviews) |
From 5$ | |
| Elbrus Home |
9.0 / 10 (434 Reviews) |
From 7$ |
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- Kathmandu hotels near Boudhanath Stupa
- Kathmandu hotels near Pashupatinath Temple
- Kathmandu Central hotels
- Kathmandu hotels near Garden of Dreams
- Kathmandu hotels near Thamel
- Kathmandu Casino hotels
- Kathmandu hotels near Ratna Park
- Kids friendly hotels in Kathmandu
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