backpacker hostel
saraswati multiple campus, Thamel, 44600 Kathmandu, Nepal
Featuring a terrace, backpacker hostel is positioned in the center of Kathmandu, 1.4 miles from Hanuman Dhoka. The property is around 1.5 miles from Swayambhu, 1.2 miles from Kathmandu Durbar Square and 2.1 miles from Swayambhunath Temple. The property has a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and currency exchange for guests. Sleeping Areas include a shared bathroom with slippers, while some have city horizons. Bike rental and car rental are available at this capsule establishment and the area is popular for cycling. Pashupatinath is 3.2 miles from the capsule hotel structure, while Boudhanath Stupa is 3.5 miles away. Tribhuvan International Airport is 3.7 miles from the property, and the property delivers a paid airport shuttle service.
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81 Reviews
Price Summary
8 $ / night** Approximate prices for a 1-night stay
Guest reviews for backpacker hostel
"Very nice owner and nice staff. And the owner has a good understanding of Vipassana meditation. The facility might not be 100% perfect but the atmosphere here is really peaceful."
"Not in particular."
"Nice and gentle people and comparatively clean rooms. The double room is placed at the back side of the building so if you want a quiet room this is the option. The rooms have great value for what you pay. If you are going to Pokhara or Chitwan, the tourist bus stand from where VIP & Delux buses start... is only 5 minutes walk from the hostel."
"The only trouble might be that there is no sign for the hostel and it's extremely difficult to find out where it is by yourself. If you get lost just call them and they are kind enough to lead you to the hostel. Anyway they are going to set up a sign in the near future."
"The property is very nice warm and nice friendly ashim owner he is very nice and they have a travel company if want to book bus ticket to pokhara they provide me in 8 $ ."
"Nothing"
"- great communication with the owner (himself and his father - amazing people) - top notch hospitality and eagerness to help from the owners who also run travel agency and so are really knowledgeable about logistics of treks (we did ours independently with their help regarding buses and permits) - excellent location close to top Kathmandu attractions and trekking equipment area - hot water in the shower - great value for money"
"Everything was great"
"Best view from room but need to carry bag to 3rd floor"
"Hotel is clean but the stair case too dirty"
"I stayed in a double room with a private bathroom - it was a good experience. The owner is really friendly, and there is also rooftop with a great view."
"The place has issue with hot water, and there's quite a lot of noise from the street. It was fine for me, but if you are a sensitive person, it might be uncomfortable."
"Great hostel in a great location. The room is very comfortable and the host is very helpfull and always available if you have any questions or advice. There is a rooftop where you can enjoy the panorama of the city. I will surely return !"
"Aucun."
"Does what it says on the tin! Perfect for long & short stays in thamel, super good location & you can leave luggage there if you are planning on doing trekking or visiting other places in Nepal. Has kitchen facilities, free drinking water & rooms & bathrooms are kept clean. Perfect place to stay if you are travelling on a budget as well & aren’t fussed about materialistic luxuries! Very good roof views as well & the staff are lovely. They can also help you book trekking etc"
"Gate to building closes at 10 but this is stated when you book the property 😊"
"Got delayed and the night porter was very helpful letting us in late. Excellent location. 2+1 room was comfortable for the price"
"Aucun."
"Its location is amazing, don’t have to cross the busy road and right in thamel. The facilities were good the shower was nice and warm and clean. The room was clean and had an amazing view! Amazing value for money and the hosts were incredible could not have been more helpful, feeling very grateful. I would definitely stay here again"
"Aucun."
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