Kathmandu

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Kathmandu

Garden of Dreams showing a fountain

Thamel

Discover a bustling tourist hotspot in Kathmandu Valley, where narrow alleys offer shopping for trekking gear, handicrafts, and souvenirs. Enjoy various amenities like budget hotels, restaurants, and travel agencies in this walkable area.

Thamel
Boudhanath showing a city

Boudhha

Unique features of Boudhha include the gardens and spas. Make a stop by Boudhanath or Shechen Monastery while you're exploring the area.

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Sundhara

If you're spending some time in Sundhara, Kathmandu Civil Mall and Bhimsen Tower (Dharahara) are top sights worth seeing.

Sundhara
Mt Everest a view from the sky

New Baneshwor

Though New Baneshwor might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Nepal Golf Course and Pashupatinath Temple.

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Lazimpat

Gardens, restaurants, and historic sites are some highlights of Lazimpat. You might stop by Ballys Casino or Narayanhity Palace Museum while you're in the area.

Lazimpat
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Gaushala

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gaushala and surrounding area, you can visit Pashupatinath Temple and Royal Nepal Golf Course.

Gaushala
Kathmandu Marriott Hotel

Kathmandu Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
Manakamana Marg Kathmandu
The price is SAR 521 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
SAR 521
SAR 599 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (203 reviews)
The staff was excellent. Very helpful with suggestions on places to visit and how to get to the airport etc. area isn’t great, but that is the whole city really

Reviewed on 18 December 2025

Kathmandu Marriott Hotel
The Dwarika's

The Dwarika's

5 out of 5
Battisputali Kathmandu
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (201 reviews)
This hotel goes so much beyond all expectations. Impeccable, warm service.. gorgeous hotel.. so thoughtful in all its details. Just remarkable..

Reviewed on 27 December 2025

The Dwarika's
Aloft Kathmandu Thamel

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel

4.5 out of 5
CHHAYA DEVI COMPLEX AMRIT MARG THAMEL Kathmandu
The price is SAR 338 per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
SAR 338
SAR 381 total
13 Jan - 14 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (110 reviews)
Room is very clean. Amenities are excellent! Location is accessible. Staff are superb and friendly.

Reviewed on 7 January 2026

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rambler's Hotel

Rambler's Hotel

4 out of 5
Thamel Marg Kathmandu Bagmati Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Nice people helping

Reviewed on 7 December 2025

Rambler's Hotel
Boudha Apart Hotel

Boudha Apart Hotel

3 out of 5
Ramhiti Boudha Rd Kathmandu Bagmati Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Boudhanath and Pashupatinath Temple are located ...
Staff are helpful and cheerful. The room is clean.

Reviewed on 3 July 2024

Boudha Apart Hotel
Manti Apartment - 1Bedroom,Kitchen and Bathroom Apartment

Manti Apartment - 1Bedroom,Kitchen and Bathroom Apartment

Kathmandu Bagmati Province
Stay at this apartment in Kathmandu. Popular attractions Boudhanath and Pashupatinath Temple are located nearby.
Manti Apartment - 1Bedroom,Kitchen and Bathroom Apartment
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Kathmandu

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
121
5 - Excellent 44%
4 - Good
108
4 - Good 39%
3 - Okay
38
3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
7
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 1%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Katmandu needs a recycle program that inspires and pays people not to litter and to clean up.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Expect some pollution and pricey massages (this is more an American rate than a Thailand rate for massages. People are super friendly.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I simply had the best time of my life in Kathmandu. I would recommend anyone traveling for leisure.

4/5 - Good

William

There was alot of dust in the air. The shopping was great. Seeing the different culture was very interesting. Some of the roads were terrible and also the traffic but the things you saw made it worth it. Recommend hiring a driver to take you around a

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Very polluted

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Polluted. Crazy traffic. Heavily touristed in Thamel.