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14 Aug - 16 Aug
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Our top choices for Kathmandu hostels

Restaurant

1. Holiday Hostel

Holiday Hostel
2.0 star property
Thamel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
The price is £13
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Holiday Hostel
Exterior

2. Sara's Backpackers Hotel

Sara's Backpackers Hotel
2.0 star property
Tohka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (69 reviews)
"Awesome service by the staff!"
Finland
Anonymous traveller
The price is £7
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Sara's Backpackers Hotel
Reception

3. Thamel Hotel & Spa

Thamel Hotel & Spa
2.0 star property
Thamel
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"Very good hostel, really enjoyed my week's stay. Great staff and had a deep tissue massage at the spa and it was amazing. Great accomadation for the price."
United States
Timothy
The price is £11
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Thamel Hotel & Spa
Standard Double Room | Tempur-Pedic beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

4. Wanderthirst Hostel

Wanderthirst Hostel
1.5 star property
Thamel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Clean, joyful, peaceful, beautiful, amazing meals and drinks, and the best and most accommodating staff. 10/10 recommend and will be returning <3"
Canada
Emily
The price is £17
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Wanderthirst Hostel
Coffee shop

5. Flock Kathmandu

Flock Kathmandu
2.0 star property
Thamel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (14 reviews)
"Clean hostel, the restaurant beside has delicious food. "
Canada
Alexandra
The price is £19
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Flock Kathmandu
Free WiFi

6. Oasi Kathmandu Hostel

Oasi Kathmandu Hostel
1.0 star property
Thamel
The price is £14
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Oasi Kathmandu Hostel
Front of property

7. Kwabahal Boutique hostel

Kwabahal Boutique hostel
2.0 star property
Thamel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"one of the Best hostel in Thamel, i enjoy a lot my stay. All the staff are super friendly, best hospitality, neat and clean and beautiful garden "
United States
Evil
The price is £19
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Kwabahal Boutique hostel
Deluxe Double Room, City View | Soundproofing, free WiFi

8. Verve Nepal

Verve Nepal
1.0 star property
Thamel
The price is £10
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Verve Nepal
Exterior

9. Flying Yak Hotel - Hostel

Flying Yak Hotel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Thamel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"very good location. staffs are very friendly. I had comfortable stay."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is £24
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Flying Yak Hotel - Hostel
Honeymoon Suite, Terrace, Tower | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

10. Rambler Hostel Pvt Ltd

Rambler Hostel Pvt Ltd
2.0 star property
Thamel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"It was a pleasant and comfortable stay. The owner Shalik and his staff are very professional and responsible to all their guest. They will do all possible things to make ur stay memorable. I stayed at the Mt. Everest room which is located at the 5th floor, very quiet and peaceful room. Despite Shalik busy schedule, he will always give u a time if u need something with regards to any advice, planning and budgeting there in kathmandu. Very accessible from the airport and what i really like is, the...
United States
Ruben
The price is £23
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Rambler Hostel Pvt Ltd
Superior Triple Room, City View | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

11. checkpoint ktm

checkpoint ktm
2.0 star property
Thamel
The price is £21
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
checkpoint ktm
Living area

12. Hotel Sohum

Hotel Sohum
2.0 star property
Thamel
The price is £7
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Hotel Sohum
Front of property

13. The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel

The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Nagarjun
The price is £13
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel
Reception

14. Aarya Wellness & Hostel

Aarya Wellness & Hostel
1.0 star property
Lazimpat
The price is £15
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Aarya Wellness & Hostel
Traditional Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, individually decorated

15. Famous House Kathmandu - Hostel

Famous House Kathmandu - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kathmandu
7.0 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Good WiFi, good bed but no air conditioner. A bit far away from Thamel area. "
Australia
Nozomu
The price is £18
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Famous House Kathmandu - Hostel
Exterior

16. Aama Ghar Girls Hostel

Aama Ghar Girls Hostel
2.0 star property
New Baneshwor
The price is £18
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Aama Ghar Girls Hostel
Lobby

17. Sanu House Hostel & Homestay

Sanu House Hostel & Homestay
1.0 star property
Lalitpur
The price is £12
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Sanu House Hostel & Homestay
Deluxe Apartment, City View | Private kitchen

18. HACOS NEPAL STAY

HACOS NEPAL STAY
2.0 star property
Bhaktapur
The price is £12
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
HACOS NEPAL STAY
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Kathmandu Hostels information

Number of reviews
21
Accommodation
39 Hostels
Lowest Price
£7
Highest Price
£24

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Kathmandu?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for sightseeing. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the gardens create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Kathmandu?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options get the highest reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start: Holiday Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You'll find free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Thamel Hotel & Spa - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Kwabahal Boutique hostel - Guests can enjoy 2 restaurants, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Flock Kathmandu - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as 2 restaurants. You'll find towels, TVs and bed sheets in all rooms. Aama Ghar Girls Hostel - Property features include free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi.
How many hostels will I be able to find in Kathmandu?
If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Kathmandu, one of Expedia's 31 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kathmandu?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually June and May, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 11°C. The rainiest months in Kathmandu are July, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 658 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kathmandu?
Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy the area around Kathmandu. Get out into nature with places such as Garden of Dreams, Siddha Pokhari and Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park. Cultural attractions include Natural History Museum, National Museum of Nepal and National Birendra Art Gallery. Visit landmarks such as Narayanhity Palace Museum, Freak Street and Pashupatinath Temple.
What's the best way to get to and around Kathmandu while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Kathmandu on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Kathmandu (KTM-Tribhuvan Intl.), 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away from the city centre.

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