Staying in Kathmandu

€ Budget (under 25€)

Alobar1000 · Mandala Street, Thamel — Kathmandu's coolest hostel with Japanese capsule design, great rooftop bar, and daily community events. Dorm from 600 NPR (4€), private room from 2,500 NPR (17€). Central location, top Wi-Fi.

Kathmandu Madhuban Guesthouse · Thamel — Classic backpacker guesthouse for 20 years. Clean rooms, friendly family, rooftop with Himalaya view on clear days. Double room from 1,200 NPR (8€).

€€ Mid-range (25–80€)

Hotel Courtyard · Thamel — Surprisingly quiet for the location in the middle of Thamel. Courtyard with garden, good restaurant. Double room from 4,000 NPR (27€).

Kantipur Temple House · Jyatha, Thamel — In a restored Newari brick building with courtyard and wood carvings. Traditional flair, modern amenities. Double room from 5,000 NPR (34€).

Hotel Tibet International · Boudha — Right next to the stupa, Tibetan-run. Quieter than Thamel, more authentic, with an excellent Tibetan restaurant. Double room from 6,000 NPR (40€).

€€€ Upscale (over 80€)

Dwarika's Hotel · Battisputali — The best hotel in Nepal and one of the most extraordinary in the world. A living museum of Nepali architecture: Each room is equipped with original wood carvings from the 13th–16th century, rescued from decaying houses. Pool, spa, the legendary restaurant Krishnarpan. From 18,000 NPR (120€).

Hyatt Regency · Boudha — International luxury on the outskirts of the city, with large garden, pool, and view of the Boudhanath Stupa. From 15,000 NPR (100€).