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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.

C
Camilo
From
Chile
Best hostel in Kathmandu 👌🏾
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,519 reviews
Price from
$36.45
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.

A
Alrashdi
From
Saudi Arabia
place is nice and stuff who work there are very kind especially prajwol he is so nice and cooperative guy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
Price from
$44.51
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.

G
Gabriel
From
Brazil
The hostel is very clean, and the beds are comfortable. It completely pays off - the staff is very nice, and the restaurant at the hostel is delicious. I’ve been travelling for a long time, and Kwabahal has been a top hostel I stayed at in Asia. The WiFi is also good and stable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
Price from
$46.59
1 night, 2 adults

Nepalaya Home Hostel

Thamel, Kathmandu

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.

L
Lucas
From
Austria
Full marks for this place. Super friendly, comfortable, helpful, and perfectly clean. I will return for another stay soon
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
Price from
$12
1 night, 2 adults

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.

J
Jaiswal
From
India
What a beautiful stayyy! Such comfy bed, slept like a baby every night after exploring around. Hot water facility, clean washrooms, every thing is just perfect here. I highly highly recommend this stay to anyone travelling to Kathmandu.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 999 reviews
Price from
$46.59
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.

G
García Montiel
From
Mexico
People are very nice, the room is comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews
Price from
$13
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.

M
Małgorzata
From
Poland
Sunny is the best host ever! He took personal interest in us and we had some nice conversations. The rest of the staff is also exceptionally nice! I liked the hostel so much that I came back for a second stay bring a couple of friends. Even booking one night in advance I could get two rooms and everyone was happy to see us again. The food and coffee were really good!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews
Price from
$11.34
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Sisters Home

Thamel, Kathmandu

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

S
Sylvain
From
France
Amazing value and location. Great and cheap breakfast. The owner Didi is the sweetest, she was very accommodating and made sure I had the best deal and made me stay alone in a dorm room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
Price from
$14.25
1 night, 2 adults

Alobar1000 Hostel

Kathmandu

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

S
Subir
From
Nepal
Hot shower available Clean rooms You can easily charge your device in your bed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
Price from
$32.40
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.

K
Kay Wo Xen
From
Taiwan
New , clean and have everything that a backpackers needs
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
$13.50
1 night, 2 adults
All hostels in Kathmandu

Looking for a hostel?

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.

Most booked hostels in Kathmandu and surrounding area in the past month

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  • 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 $25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

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

    From $13.30 per night
  • Veda Dormitory

    Kathmandu
    No credit card needed

    Located 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 night
  • Veda Dormitory

    Kathmandu
    No credit card needed

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

    From $28 per night
  • 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 $5 per night
  • Happy Donkey hostel

    Kathmandu
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 43 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.

    From $9 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Featuring a bar, Aashraya Home Hostel is located in the center of Kathmandu, 1.1 miles from Hanuman Dhoka.

    From $60 per night
  • Peakman Residence

    Kathmandu
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 55 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 $12 per night

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 $56.09 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

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

    From $46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 152 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 $35 per night
  • Holiday Hostel

    Thamel, Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 347 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 $33.16 per night
  • Thamel Hotel & Spa

    Thamel, Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 550 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 $75 per night
  • Thamel Hostel & Spa

    Thamel, Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 35 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 $90 per night
  • Flock Kathmandu

    Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,155 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, bar and views of mountain, Flock Kathmandu is located in Kathmandu, 1.1 miles from Hanuman Dhoka.

    From $33 per night
  • Elbrus Home

    Kathmandu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 500 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 $14 per night

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

    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.

    From $16.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 443 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 $14.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 326 reviews

    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.

    From $33.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 247 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 $13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 82 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 $135 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Hotel Red Planet is conveniently located in the center of Kathmandu, and provides a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From $15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 16 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 $25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 635 reviews

    Planet 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 night

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Hostels that guests love in Kathmandu

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  • Avg. price/night: $33
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,155 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: $12
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 292 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: $162
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 999 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: $13.86
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 603 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 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 119 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