Hotel Vajra

Property class: 3

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Kathmandu Durbar Square is located near Hotel Vajra, which provides a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Treat yourself to Ayurvedic treatments or other spa services. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service
The current price is SAR 154
SAR 191 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov

Room options

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A room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Small Standard Room.

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with a large bed, two windows with curtains, a nightstand with a lamp, and a rug on the floor.

Standard Room

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden desk, a chair, a radiator, and a television.

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kathmandu is home to Hotel Vajra. Notable landmarks in the area include Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath. Natural History Museum and Kathmandu Fun Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Kathmandu travel guide
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Bijeswari, Swayambhu, Kathmandu

What's nearby

  • A traditional temple complex with tiered roofs and intricate carvings.
    Kathmandu Durbar Square
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A golden stupa with a striped tower and colorful prayer flags against a clear blue sky.
    Swayambhunath
    15 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Intricately carved wooden doors with religious figures.
    Durbar Marg
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • A white gazebo with columns, a staircase, and a building in the background.
    Garden of Dreams
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Basantapur
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Tribhuvan Intl. Airport (KTM)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Beerbq And Sekuwa House
    11 min walk
  • Rodeo
    14 min walk
  • Soi 16
    11 min walk
  • Mila Café Premium Coffee
    13 min walk
  • Himalayan Arabica Beans
    14 min walk

About this property

Hotel Vajra

  • Hotel near Kathmandu Durbar Square
  • Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Hotel Vajra. Treat yourself to Ayurvedic treatments or other spa services. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and wedding services
    • Luggage storage, 1 meeting room, and free newspapers
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with tubs or showers
    • Daily housekeeping and desks

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Vajra pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Vajra?

As of 23 Shawwal 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Vajra on 15 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 2026 start from SAR 154, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Vajra?

Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Vajra?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Vajra provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of NPR 1500 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Vajra located?

Situated in Kathmandu, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nara Devi Temple and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Swayambhunath and Stupa Platform are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Vajra Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 75 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Vajra hotel is located below Swayambunath in a beautiful garden that is incredibly quiet for Kathmandu. It is an amazing heritage property. The staff are so kind, helpful and excellent! This is a special place but not for guests who like a standard, corporate style hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Hotel Vajra are lovely....helpful, friendly and full of advice. The food is fine, with a good buffet style breakfast and eggs cooked to order. The garden setting gives some tranquillity amid the very busy Kathmandu streets, and the craftsmanship and historic feel to the hotel are highlights. Second time I have visited this hotel -and I would recommend it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel appearance,location away from congestion,friendly staff
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel Vajra was an oasis in the dusty streets of Kathmandu. It was close to everything, the food was good, and the staff were very welcoming. I would stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The property is a very relaxing refuge for a traveller. The staff were very helpful and accommodating during my stay which is a call-out and a big part of the charm of the place. The rooms were as one would expect from an old world style establishment, a bit generous and functional. The grounds were pleasant place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

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The hotel is an oasis from the madness of the Kathmandu streets and traffic. It has lovely buildings, beautiful gardens and a calm aura. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The surrounding relatively busy, messy very frustrated to cross streets. Only small local shops, need Google Translate to communicate. The building was very unique. Hotel staffs were basically friendly. My room was noisy, toilet was hard to flush, seat was sliding. I was trying to fix but didn’t work
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The surrounding area was quite busy and a bit messy, which made crossing the streets frustrating. There were only small local shops nearby, and I often needed Google Translate to communicate. The hotel building itself was unique, and most of the staffs were generally helpful and friendly. However, my room was noisy, the carpet was dirty and dusty, and the toilet was difficult to flush — the seat was loose and kept sliding. I myself tried to fix it but couldn’t. The bathroom also had an unpleasant smell. There was a small misunderstanding about my bill due to a staff mistake; after it was resolved, they simply said “okay” and let me go, without offering any apology.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place to stay in Kathmandu. Super unique and peaceful place. Rooms and whole hotel is very nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was amazing! Extremely helpful and kind. I know it is an older hotel and the use of water is a concern in Nepal. The toilets and sink tend to run a long time. No worries for us but just a concern for water conservation. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful tranquil place
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Architecture is very good
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Nothing bad to say! I just really enjoyed it!
Stayed 18 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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i have visited Hotel Vajra since 2013. It is one of the most reliably safe and restful places in Kathmandu and a great location point for wandering and exploration. It is western-friendly but very very local. Amazing rooftop vistas and meditation Pagoda. Highest recommendation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Space Calm & a Creative Atmosphere in the city!

This hotel is made for creatives and artists who want a quiet place to stay with spacious rooms, while also being in the heart of the city. Its a beautifully built hotel with some amazing wood carving, and a wonderful spacious feel while walking through the interiors especially the restaurant. The gardens and patio are beautiful with many seating areas. You won’t find flat screen tvs here but you will find a good writing desk and excellent wifi. The bathroom was clean but could do with a little interior design sparkle. The food was excellent, and the owner and all the other staff were very helpful and interesting to converse with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ther was no WiFi in the room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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schöner ruhiger Ort in einer lauten Stadt
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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C'est mon troisième séjour ici et je me sens chez moi. Un oasis tout près du chaos😉 Le même personnel toujours aussi accueillant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

素敵な庭

評判通り、調度品が素晴らしいホテルでした。カトマンズの喧騒から逃れて静かに過ごすことができました。お庭が広くとても綺麗でした。レストランの暖炉が心地よく、良い正月となりました。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charme et authenticité

Quel charme et quel havre tranquillité à deux pas de Thamel cet hotel ! Un personnel aux petits soins. On m’a organisé un trek de 3 jours dans la vallée de katmandou avec une guide culturelle, Pramila Bohora (Pramila Bohora https://www.facebook.com/share/p/bhNavpZ1BwaX3euM/?mibextid=WaXdOe (https://www.facebook.com/share/p/bhNavpZ1BwaX3euM/?mibextid=WaXdOe), que je recommande fortement : Tres cultivée (master d’histoire du Nepal), gentille, avenante…. Bref un séjour merveilleux à l’hotel Vajra !
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un petit Paradis

Quel charme et quel havre tranquillité à deux pas de Thamel cet hotel ! Un personnel aux petits soins. On m’a organisé un trek de 3 jours dans la vallée de katmandou avec une guide culturelle, Pramila Bohora (Pramila Bohora https://www.facebook.com/share/p/bhNavpZ1BwaX3euM/?mibextid=WaXdOe (https://www.facebook.com/share/p/bhNavpZ1BwaX3euM/?mibextid=WaXdOe), que je recommande fortement : Tres cultivée (master d’histoire du Nepal), gentille, avenante…. Bref un séjour merveilleux à l’hotel Vajra !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋のポットが埃だらけ。以前の水がそのまま残っていた。 部屋でWIFIがつかえなかった。
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
The most peaceful hotel in the Kathmandu valley. Beautiful architecture and grounds. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le vajra est un oasis paisible et agréable à 10 minutes de marche de Thamel. Le nourriture et le service sont excellents.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The natural gardens, the polite attentive staff and yoga room!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020