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Our top choices for Kathmandu historic hotels

A courtyard with potted plants, outdoor seating, and a fountain.

1. Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café

Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café
3.5 star property
Thamel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (164 reviews)
"Great stay, nice and quiet,helpful and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Martin
The price is £40
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café
A rooftop terrace with a glass table, cushioned seating, and string lights.

2. Hotel Mums Home

Hotel Mums Home
3.5 star property
Thamel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Staff was very attentive and friendly great view. Don’t miss this spot"
United States
brandon
The price is £30
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Mums Home
A reception desk at the Magnificent Hotel with a red wall and a logo.

3. Magnificent Hotel

Magnificent Hotel
3.0 star property
Thamel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Great location with friendly, helpful staff. The room was clean and comfortable."
Canada
Patricia
The price is £25
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Magnificent Hotel
A rooftop terrace with seating and tables, string lights, and a view of mountains.

4. Shuvatara Suites & Spa Thamel

Shuvatara Suites & Spa Thamel
3.0 star property
Thamel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Excellent stay!"
United States
Daniel
The price is £43
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Shuvatara Suites & Spa Thamel
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs, a neon eye design, and a cityscape view.

5. Moxy Kathmandu

Moxy Kathmandu
4.0 star property
Kathmandu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"So nice hotel clean and good service healthy breakfast"
United States
Suman
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Moxy Kathmandu
A multi-story building with a glass facade, a covered entrance area with plants, and a sign reading "KALASH BOUTIQUE".

6. Kailash Boutique Hotel

Kailash Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Thamel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Good breakfast, nice staff, clean premises."
American Samoa
John
The price is £36
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Kailash Boutique Hotel
A hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a bar area.

7. Oasis Kathmandu Hotel

Oasis Kathmandu Hotel
3.0 star property
Thamel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (354 reviews)
"Loved my stay at Oasis Kathmandu hotel! The staff was kind, helpful and welcoming. The rooms were simple yet clean and comfortable. The breakfast and service were excellent! Great location in Thamel close to everything I needed. Would 10/10 recommend."
United States
Sara
The price is £32
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Oasis Kathmandu Hotel
A hotel entrance with a red carpet, potted plants, and a staircase leading to the lobby.

8. Kumari Boutique Hotel

Kumari Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Thamel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (249 reviews)
"A quiet oasis on a side street of Thamel"
United States
Matthew
The price is £45
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Kumari Boutique Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, a TV screen, a coat rack, and a potted plant.

9. Daali Hotel & Apartment

Daali Hotel & Apartment
3.5 star property
Thamel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"I really loved the location of the hotel. There were plenty of shops, restaurants, and nightlife nearby, which made it so convenient and fun. The room was great, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was really good too. Overall, I had a great stay and would definitely recommend this place if you’re traveling to Nepal!"
United States
Tshering
The price is £40
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Daali Hotel & Apartment
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a mural.

10. Kantipur Village

Kantipur Village
4.0 star property
Thamel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great staff great value food ideal location. "
Australia
Anthony
The price is £41
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Kantipur Village
A courtyard with a central lawn, surrounded by classical architecture, including a pavilion and a large building with columns.

11. Hotel Friend's Home

Hotel Friend's Home
3.5 star property
Thamel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (520 reviews)
"Everything is very clean, the beds are very comfortable, and the breakfast is varied and delicious. The staff are young and very enthusiastic; they resolve any issues quickly and always have an excellent attitude, making sure you feel comfortable."
Canada
Veronica
The price is £23
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hotel Friend's Home
A rooftop bar with outdoor seating and a pool.

12. Hotel Mulberry

Hotel Mulberry
4.0 star property
Thamel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (311 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Beautiful hotel."
Canada
Puneet
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Mulberry
A boutique hotel entrance with a stone facade, wooden beams, and a signboard.

13. Kasthamandap Boutique Hotel

Kasthamandap Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Thamel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (99 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful could not do enough for you,breakfast is good plenty to eat and nice coffee also has roof top bars with menue for food and snacks. Hotel in good location"
United Kingdom
KEVIN
The price is £28
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Kasthamandap Boutique Hotel
A reception area with a wooden desk, a brown couch, and a wall decorated with posters and a mural.

14. Holiday Hostel

Holiday Hostel
2.0 star property
Thamel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"屋上にフリースペースが有るという理由でこちらの宿を選択。 　場所はタメルの中心の端に位置していますが、ダルバール広場やバス乗り場に行くには便利でした。 　部屋も比較的清潔で、ホットシャワーが24時間出るのがとてもありがたかったです。 　スタッフの方もフレンドリーかつ親切で、チェックアウト後も荷物を預かってくれたのはありがたかったです。"
Japan
HIROKI
The price is £15
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Holiday Hostel
A terrace with wicker furniture and potted plants, overlooking a scenic view.

15. Hotel Jay Suites

Hotel Jay Suites
3.5 star property
Thamel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (241 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff!"
United States
Larry
The price is £25
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Jay Suites
A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick columns, and a tiled patio.

16. Taleju Boutique Hotel

Taleju Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Thamel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (202 reviews)
"Clean rooms so resectable and helpful stuff nice breakfast"
United States
Aurangzeb
The price is £30
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Taleju Boutique Hotel
A corridor with wooden benches and a railing, leading to a street view.

17. Karma Boutique Hotel

Karma Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Thamel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Convenient to Thamel, yet just outside the busiest streets. Clean hotel, good size room, in decent shape. The only negative, no elevator. "
United States
Anthony
The price is £32
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Karma Boutique Hotel
A well-manicured garden with a central circular fountain, surrounded by a variety of trees and a classical building in the background.

18. Fairfield by Marriott® Kathmandu Thamel

Fairfield by Marriott® Kathmandu Thamel
3.0 star property
Thamel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (310 reviews)
"Staff was so friendly and always happy to help. The location is in a perfect area with a trendy coffee shop nearby and lots of souvenir shops and restaurants. I would definitely stay here again"
United States
Patricia
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott® Kathmandu Thamel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden flooring, a desk with a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

19. Vastu Boutique Hotel

Vastu Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Thamel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (13 reviews)
"Such a great hotel. "
United States
Avi
The price is £34
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Vastu Boutique Hotel
A traditional building with a prominent tower and a lion statue in front.

20. Kantipur Temple House

Kantipur Temple House
3.0 star property
Thamel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (281 reviews)
"A lovely stay in an historic hotel. Staff was absolutely wonderful, thoughtful and accommodating."
United States
Ellen
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Kantipur Temple House
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Top Kathmandu Hotel Reviews

The Dwarika's

The Dwarika's

10/10 Excellent
"This place is top notch! The service the staff the food the ambience. All magnificent."
Laurie 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Dwarika's
Hotel Yak & Yeti

Hotel Yak & Yeti

10/10 Excellent
"B"
jeremy 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Yak & Yeti

Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Kathmandu?
On a trip to Kathmandu, historians and history buffs alike can spend an afternoon exploring the temples. And while you're here, you can visit the major shopping area and picturesque gardens.
What's the best accommodation in Kathmandu to learn about local history?
Based on our travel expertise, The Dwarika's is a top historic hotel bookable on our site and it features free WiFi. Pashupatinath Temple is a short 13-minute walk away.
How many historical hotels are located in Kathmandu?
In Kathmandu, you'll find 1157 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the most important historical sites and other places in Kathmandu?
Kathmandu is notable for its temples and landmarks like Narayanhity Palace Museum, Freak Street and Pashupatinath Temple. Cultural venues include National Museum of Nepal, Natural History Museum and National Birendra Art Gallery. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Durbar Marg and Garden of Dreams.
What is a historic hotel like in Kathmandu?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can sleep in a place that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be considered a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Kathmandu, giving a historical feel.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Kathmandu have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the popular amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Kathmandu, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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