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The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 7-minute walk to Garden of Dreams

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The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret offers personalized morning meals and quality coffee. After exploring nearby attractions, guests can relax at the bar or restaurant with free WiFi. Helpful staff provides express check-in, luggage storage, and knowledgeable concierge services.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is SAR 190
SAR 236 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Panoramic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Panoramic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Panoramic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Premium Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Loft | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Traditional Loft

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Chhusya Galli, Chhusya Galli, Kathmandu, Nepal, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, 44600

What's nearby

  • Garden of Dreams - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Durbar Marg - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Asan Bazaar - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Narayanhity Palace Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kathmandu Durbar Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Tribhuvan Intl. Airport (KTM) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪lotus Restaurant & Coffee Gallery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chikusa Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dorje Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Utse Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Thamel Eco Resort - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret

Hotel near Garden of Dreams
Located close to Durbar Marg and Kathmandu Durbar Square, The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, an art gallery on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Airport pick-up service (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station
  • ATM/banking services, a front-desk safe, and bicycle parking
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, eco-friendly cleaning products, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite motorcycle parking only

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 2)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Motorcycle parking only. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret ?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 15 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret located?

Located in Thamel, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Garden of Dreams, Durbar Marg, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Swayambhunath and Pashupatinath Temple are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pavel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay. Out of three hotels we stayed at in Kathmandu, we liked this one the best by far - great location, very clean yet quiet and superb staff. If we are ever back in Kathmandu, will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all round very good just what we expected staff realy helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing stay! The staff were wonderful, and the location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and super courteous staff. Good location - close to the heart of everything but a few streets away from the noisiest areas means peaceful night’s sleep. Definitely planning on returning
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can taste the traditional breakfast here. The room and bed are very good. The shower water is hot enough. Good location of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was awesome - within walking distance to many things. Very clean, great breakfast, and the staff was so friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Havish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very nice. The staff are very helpful. Had a good stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaelangelo Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel with a wonderful staff! Everyone was very kind and I appreciated the free upgrade. The owner was quite friendly and accommodating while the hotel provided a unique charm and lovely atmosphere. I greatly enjoyed my stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcel-Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cozy place to stay, nice location. The hotel is beautiful inside and out. The included coffee and breakfast was very good, Service from the staff was top notch! Recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for over 8 nights and had a great time! The owner himself texted many times with recommendations in the neighborhood and checking how we were doing. The room was nice, spacious and clean. Breakfast is a la carte, tasty, and they were flexible for adjusting a few things.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

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

Excellent value, smaller hotel in central location

Charming, small scale authentic hotel; welcoming, helpful staff, very clean, very good breakfast. Will be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lailani

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

Amazing hotel

Amazing hotel. Very beautiful and the staff were all amazing. Very helpful to all my needs and they all speak English which is a plus for me. Breakfast was amazing. Will book it again. The bed was so good too!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcel-Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked here again after decided to prolong my stay in Thamel. Beautiful place, cozy, good breakfast and staff service, perfect location to sleep at night yet be close enough to walk to the busy streets for dinner or shopping. Recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Wonderful stay!

Wonderful comfortable place - super friendly staff and wonderful breakfast. Best cappuccino!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boon Larp

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

Fantastic experience

The rooms were beautifully furnished with local handicrafts and everything was very comfortable! The breakfast was also excellent !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

I

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

great

Amazing stay! Clean, peaceful, and full of charm. Rahul was a great host. 10/10 — highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anders Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having spent two nights at Swarga I couldn’t be happier! The hotel is bang in the centre of historical Kathmandu with lots of sight, restaurants and shopping around. The hotel is very beautiful, clean and friendly and my room, the heritage suite, was nothing short of spectacular. Incredibly clean, stylish and modern but still very authentic and traditional. The hotel is an oasis in the bustle of Kathmandu with a lovely courtyard offering shade and tranquility. The breakfast/brunch was freshly made to order and was of excellent quality. All members of staff were super courteous and very friendly and helpful. All in all I had two great nights at Swarga and look forward to returning soon again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hidden gem of a hotel is an absolute must to stay at. Tucked away out of the hustle and bustle, and yet still so close that you just walk around the corner and you’re amongst the vibrancy of Thamel. The cleanliness of the premises was immaculate and the staff were so warm and friendly that it felt like I had known them for a long time. The Owner Rahul has done an amazing job of delivering an outstanding property that I will be highly recommending to any traveller that is heading to Kathmandu. Rahul was in constant contact sharing his places to see, eat and most of all, how to get around and back safely. We loved every moment here, the breakfast was so generous and a free barista made coffee along with it was the cherry on top!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohit

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

Great hotel and amazing service

Amazing staff and great hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel nestled in the heart of Thamel (the tourist district). Very walkable to great restaurants and the owner Rahul helped give me multiple suggestions for food and tour guides. Staff was extremely nice and helpful as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent, excellent, EXCELLENT stay. The staff were overwhelmingly hospitable and professional. The location is great in terms of accessibility and privacy. The street is always peaceful, which makes for a seamless sleep despite being in the thick of Thamel. When I return, there is no question I will stay again at Swarga Heritage Hotel! Thanks for making my four night stay so special.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANTONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
S/O
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

Fantastic!

Absolutely fantastic hotel in the heart of Kathmandu. Could not fault the service and overall experience. It is a tranquil haven in the busyness of Kathmandu. Perfect location and easy walking distance from the Durbar. Breakfast was also delicious. Could not recommend staying here enough.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fabulous small hotel so reasonably priced. Traditional decor and great breakfast. Clean, easy to access tours and old town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a charm. The well thought out and cozy rooms, cafe all works for your inner self! I have loved the coffee here. An additional bonus to an already enchanted self.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025