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Here is a quick list of Hostels in Kathmandu, selected based on their rating
Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Hotel Red Planet |
7.0 / 10 (1 Reviews) |
From 14$ | |
8848 Hostel |
7.1 / 10 (65 Reviews) |
From 6$ | |
Yakety Yak Hostel |
9.0 / 10 (201 Reviews) |
From 29$ | |
Wander Thirst Hostel |
8.7 / 10 (131 Reviews) |
From 4$ | |
Shangri-La Boutique Hotel |
8.0 / 10 (77 Reviews) |
From 12$ |
Are you looking for an affordable, convenient, and in-demand option while travelling to Kathmandu? Hostels may be the perfect solution for you!
Hostels provide a sense of community, giving backpackers and others on a budget the opportunity to meet others from around the world who are travelling in the same destination.
For solo travelers, hostels can also provide a sense of safety and security, something that can be hard to find in other types of accommodations.
Hostels are often centrally located, making it easy to get around the city. They are also typically open 24 hours, which can be convenient if you have a long or late arrival into town.
And finally, hostels often offer lower rates than other types of accommodations, making them a cost-effective option for budget-minded travellers.
Kathmandu Accommodation lists:
- Kathmandu hotels near Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Kathmandu Ski hotels
- 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
- Romantic hotels in Kathmandu
Top Hostels in Kathmandu
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Hotel Red Planet
From 14$
The venue is located 2 km from the centre of Kathmandu and only 1.1 km from the public Narayanhity Palace Museum.
This accommodation is about 20 minutes' walk from Kathmandu Durbar Square. The sea is 0.3 km away. Northfield Cafe café is around 5 minutes’ walk away. The hostel is nestled in Thamel district steps away from Gandharba Culture & Art Organisation.
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8848 Hostel
From 6$
The venue is set 1.2 km from Kathmandu Durbar Square and 1 km from Paper Park Souvenir Store.
Located in Thamel district, the accommodation is also close to the neo-classical Garden of Dreams. City centre of Kathmandu is less than 2 km away. Yala Cafe lies within 5-minute walk of 8848 Hostel. The square-shaped Ranipokhari Tank is placed next to the property.
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Yakety Yak Hostel
From 29$
The venue is set 15 minutes' walk from the centre of Kathmandu, about 10 minutes' walk from the neo classical historical Garden of Dreams. Guests can take advantage of a sunbathing terrace, a barber shop and live performances, and make use of laundry and ironing provided on-site.
The nearest airport is Tribhuvan, 0.5 km from Yakety Yak Hostel. It is also located a 15-minute walk from Jyatha. Gaia Restaurant & Coffee Shop and Atithi Satkar Restaurant, offering assorted delicacies, are 50 metres from the accommodation. The large fenced Ranipokhari Tank lies near the property.
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Hotel Thamel
Set in Thamel district, the property is about 15 minutes' walk from Ratna Park. Guests can take advantage of complimentary private parking and a restaurant, and make use of a laundry room and a tour desk provided on-site.
The hostel is a 5-minute drive from the lake. It is located less than 1.1 km from Durbar Marg Avenue. Reef Restaurant and Lounge Bar is 5 minutes’ walk away. Kathmandu Sport Climbing Centre is also set close by.
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Wander Thirst Hostel
From 4$
The venue is located 2 km away from Kathmandu city centre, only 1.9 km from Kathmandu Durbar Square. Guests can take advantage of complimentary parking, a sun terrace and a picnic area, and make use of airport transfer, 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning provided on-site.
This accommodation is about 10 minutes' walk from Paper Park Souvenir Store. The sea is 0.5 km away. Fusion Himalaya Restaurant offers healthy, Indian, Asian and Nepali dishes and lies 200 metres away. The hostel is located within walking distance of Thamel.
Hotels in Kathmandu
Airport nearby ✈️ | Bharatpur, Tribhuvan, Simara |
Average Price 💰 | 42$ |
Hotels in Kathmandu 🏨 | 876 |
Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 3832 |
Landmarks nearby 📍 | Kasthamandap, Narayanhity Palace Museum, Nagarjun Forest Reserve, Nagi Gompa, Jagannath Temple |
Best Price Hotel 🤑 | Hotel Red Planet |
Hotel with a view 🔍 | 8848 Hostel |
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Yakety Yak Hostel |
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Shangri-La Boutique Hotel
From 12$
The venue is located in Thamel district, just 0.8 km from the public Narayanhity Palace Museum. Guests can take advantage of a free carpark, allergy friendly rooms and a sun deck, and make use of airport transfer and laundry facilities provided on-site.
This property is about 20 minutes' walk from Kathmandu Durbar Square. The hostel is a 15-minute walk to the centre of Kathmandu. Offering Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, healthy and Indian meals, Or2k is around 300 metres away. Kumari Chowk is also set within easy reach.
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Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel
From 4$
Set in Thamel district, the venue is about 25 minutes' walk from Hanuman Dhoka. Guests at Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel can take advantage of a free carpark, a golf course and a restaurant along with airport shuttle service, laundry and 24-hour security.
This accommodation is 2 km away from the centre of Kathmandu. City Centre is within a 30-minute walk. The property is a 5-minute walk from Himalayan Arabica Beans Coffee. Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel is nestled in proximity of the neo classical historical Garden of Dreams.
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Zostel Kathmandu Hostel
From 23$
The venue is situated just 1.9 km from Kathmandu Durbar Square and 1.4 km from the walled Narayanhity Palace Museum.
The hostel offers accommodation in Thamel district, 0.3 km from the beach. It is located a 20-minute walk from city centre. Carpe Diem Garden Cafe & Bar and White House Kitchen are a 5-minute walk away. Popular points of interest nearby include Kala Pattar.
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Yog Hostel
From 4$
The venue is located 1.9 km from Hanuman Dhoka and 0.8 km from the lush Garden of Dreams. Guests can take advantage of a Jacuzzi, a steam room and a sun deck, and make use of airport transfer, housekeeping and shopping service provided on-site.
This accommodation is 2 km away from the centre of Kathmandu. The sea is 0.4 km away. The property is about 5 minutes’ walk from Or2k and serves Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, healthy and Indian dishes. Yog Hostel provides fine lodging in proximity to Thamel.
Hostels in Kathmandu with Car Parking
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Mountain Backpackers Hostel
From 10$
The venue is placed 0.9 km from the historic artificial Ranipokhari Pond and 1 km from the neo-classical Garden of Dreams. The accommodation offers a private parking garage available for USD 2.50 per day onsite.
Located in Thamel district, the hostel is also close to Paper Park Souvenir Store. The sea is 0.2 km away. Roadhouse Cafe Thamel can be reached after a 5-minute walk.
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Beehive Hostel Kathmandu
From 4$
The venue is set 20 minutes' walk from the centre of Kathmandu, about 13 minutes' walk from the two-storey Kathesimbu Stupa Pagoda.
The nearest airport is Tribhuvan, 0.5 km from Beehive Hostel. The accommodation is also located 5 minutes' drive from Kathmandu Durbar Square. Serving a wide range of dishes, White House Kitchen, Black Olives Cafe and Bar can be reached within 5 minutes’ walk. The property is rather close to Thamel.
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Famous House Kathmandu Hostel
From 5$
The venue is placed 1.5 km from the shaped Ranipokhari Tank and 1.6 km from Mandala Street. Guests can take advantage of a free carpark, a sun deck and a restaurant, and make use of a laundry room and housekeeping provided on-site.
This accommodation is 2 km away from the centre of Kathmandu. The sea is 0.6 km away. Pizza Inn offers Italian meals and lies within 550 metres of the hostel. Guests can visit Thamel, set nearby.
Hostels in Kathmandu with Private Rooms
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Hotel Yala Peak
From 8$
The hostel is located in Thamel district and only 0.9 km away from Ratna Park.
This venue is 2 km away from the centre of Kathmandu. It will take about 15 minutes to walk to Kathmandu Durbar Square. Serving both food and drinks, Or2k and Roadhouse Cafe Thamel are situated around 300 metres from the property. Staying at Hotel Yala Peak, guests will be steps away from the neo-classical Garden of Dreams.
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Elbrus Home
From 9$
The venue is 2 km from Kathmandu city centre, and 2.2 km from the perfectly proportioned monument "Swayambhunath Temple". Elbrus Home boasts complimentary parking, a sun terrace and a barber shop for guests' needs providing airport shuttle service, 24-hour front desk assistance and ironing.
The beach is 0.3 km from this accommodation, while the lush Garden of Dreams is only 1.2 km away. The lake is a 15-minute walk away. Serving American, European, Italian and Indian meals, Hungry Birds Restaurant & Bar lies just 250 metres from the hostel. Guests can visit Thamel, set nearby.
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Planet Nomad Hostel
From 3$
The venue is situated just 0.8 km from the neo-classical Garden of Dreams and 1.4 km from Ratna Park. Shantipur Kathmandu boasts a hairdresser, a steam room and a sundeck for guests' needs providing 24-hour reception, dry cleaning and room service.
The accommodation lies about 20 minutes' walk from Kathmandu city centre. The sea is 0.4 km away. Fusion Himalaya Restaurant and Gorkha Palace Restaurant & Bar offer an ample selection of dishes within 100 metres of the hostel. This Shantipur Kathmandu is placed steps away from Kala Pattar.
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Hostel Milarepa
From 7$
The venue is set in Thamel district, around 10 minutes' walk from the large fenced Ranipokhari Tank.
The accommodation lies about 15 minutes' walk from Kathmandu city centre. It will take 20 minutes' walk to Kathmandu Durbar Square. A variety of dishes are served in Or2k and Gaia Restaurant & Coffee Shop, which are only 5 minutes’ walk away. The Hostel Milarepa offers proximity to the neo classical historical Garden of Dreams.
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Holiday Hostel
From 19$
The venue is located 1.3 km from Kathmandu Durbar Square and 0.9 km from Ratna Park.
This accommodation is 2 km away from the centre of Kathmandu. The sea is 0.7 km away. Guests can enjoy Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, healthy and Indian cuisine offered in Or2k, which is about 350 metres away. Holiday Hostel provides great lodging in proximity to the neo-classical Garden of Dreams.
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Birds Nest Hostel
From 4$
The venue is located 2 km from the centre of Kathmandu and only 1.7 km from the perfectly proportioned monument "Swayambhunath Temple". Guests can take advantage of a free carpark and allergy free rooms, and make use of airport shuttles, 24-hour security service and housekeeping provided on-site.
This accommodation is about 10 minutes' walk from Mandala Street. The sea is 0.5 km away. Offering Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, healthy and Indian meals, Or2k is around 550 metres away. Birds Nest Hostel is also located near House of Music.
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Big Tree Hostel
From 4$
The venue is situated just 1.8 km from the perfectly proportioned monument "Swayambhunath Temple" and 1.4 km from the walled Narayanhity Palace Museum. There is a free car park, a sun terrace and a nightclub at the accommodation.
The hostel is 2 km from the centre and 0.4 km from the beach. The property's location is close to Kathmandu Sport Climbing Centre. Serving guests with international, Indian, Asian and Chinese dishes, Gorkha Palace Restaurant & Bar is 50 metres away. The accommodation is nestled close to Thamel.
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Sara'S Backpackers Hotel
From 6$
Swayambhunath is located 4.8 km from the property and Pashupatinath Temple is approximately 6 km away. Guests can take advantage of a free car park, a sundeck and a barber shop, and make use of laundry facilities and ironing provided on-site.
This venue is 4 km away from the centre of Kathmandu.
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Best Hostel
From 10$
The venue is located 1 km from the city centre of Kathmandu and 2.3 km from the neo classical historical Garden of Dreams. Guests can take advantage of a sun deck and a restaurant, and make use of airport transfer, housekeeping and ironing provided on-site.
The nearest airport is Tribhuvan, 0.5 km from Best Hostel. Swayambhunath is less than 3.9 km away. Offering Japanese, Asian, Thai and Chinese meals, Mamagoto is situated 150 metres of the accommodation.
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Vista City Hostel
From 14$
The venue is a 25-minute walk to Kathmandu city centre and a 5-minute ride to Kathmandu Durbar Square. Guests can take advantage of a golf course, a sun deck and live performances, and make use of laundry facilities and valet parking provided on-site.
This accommodation is about 15 minutes' walk from the neo-classical Garden of Dreams. The sea is 0.9 km away. The hostel is 10 minutes’ walk from Eco Cafe and Eatery offering dishes of Asian, Nepali and Tibetan cuisine. Thamel can be reached in a short walk.
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Hotel Sisters Home
From 12$
This hostel is situated about 1.7 km from Kathmandu Durbar Square, in Thamel district of the city.
The nearest airport is Tribhuvan, 0.5 km from Hotel Sisters Home. It is located less than 1.1 km from the walled Narayanhity Palace Museum. Guests can dine in The Cafe With No Name, which is set 50 metres away. The venue offers access to Jyatha.
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My Friend'S Hostel
From 10$
The venue is set 3 km from Hanuman Dhoka and 2.1 km from the walled Narayanhity Palace Museum. Such facilities as complimentary parking, a sun deck and live performances can be found on site.
The nearest airport is Tribhuvan, 0.5 km from My Friend'S Accommodation. City centre of Kathmandu is less than 2 km away. The hostel is about 15 minutes’ walk from Sal's Pizza and serves American and Asian dishes. BG Mall is located in the immediate vicinity.
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Delights Home
From 12$
The hostel is 4 km from Kathmandu centre, and 3.9 km from Kathmandu Durbar Square. Guests can take advantage of a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area and a golf course, and make use of laundry and 24-hour security service provided on-site.
This property is about 15 minutes' walk from Swayambhunath Temple.
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Monkey Bunky-3Monkeys Backpacker'S Hostel
From 4$
The venue is set 2.9 km from Hanuman Dhoka and 3 km from Kathmandu Durbar Square. Guests at 3Monkeys Backpacker'S Accommodation can take advantage of a free car park, a sunbathing terrace and a garden along with airport shuttle service and a laundry room.
This property is 4 km away from the centre of Kathmandu. Serving diverse dishes, Upstairs Cafe and Cafe De Stupa are just 500 metres away. Popular points of interest nearby include the Judda Art gallery "National Museum of Nepal".