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Kathmandu Guest House

Kathmandu · Nepal

Ward no. 16View location

8.0/10Excellent357 Reviews
Cleanliness8.0/108.0
Service8.2/108.2
Comfort7.2/107.2
Condition7.6/107.6
Location8.8/108.8
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Value8.0/108.0
Amenities8.6/108.6
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About Kathmandu Guest House

The guesthouse is conveniently located in Thamel, which is the heart and soul of the city centre, a collection of narrow streets bursting with hotels, shops and restaurants.

The hotel is within walking distance to the Royal Palace, embassies, airline offices, numerous popular restaurants and pubs, Kathmandu Durbar Square and domestic bus terminals. The hotel is approximately 15 minutes from the airport.

The budget guesthouse was a former Rana mansion which was converted into a hotel by Karna Sakya in 1967, but still retains a deep ingrained memory and an opportunity to reminisce, times to cherish, and a secret to smile over.

Guests are offered a range of massage and spa treatments as well as beauty services. The guestouse offers a comfortable and convenient environment that welcomes all guests and is the ideal setting for a pleasant stay in Kathmandu at a reasonable price.

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With a stay at Kathmandu Guest House by KGH Group in Kathmandu (Thamel), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Garden of Dreams and Durbar Marg. This spa hotel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Kathmandu Durbar Square and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Charumati Stupa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 102 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, as well as phones with free local calls. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, limo/town car service, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Kathmandu? This hotel has facilities measuring 388 square feet (36 square meters), including a conference center.

A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Transportation services

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 11:30 PM
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • One child 5 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. This property is in a vehicle-free zone. The back gate provides access to vehicles.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • This property accepts credit cards and cash
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
    • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 2)
    • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15
    • Self parking fee: USD 8 per night
    • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night

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

  • Spoken Language

    Hindi

    Filipino

    English

    Chinese (Mandarin)

Nearby attractions

Temples of the Elements 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Three Goddesses Temples 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Garden of Dreams 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Ballys Casino 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Kathesimbhu Stupa 1 km / 0.6 mi
Durbar Marg 1 km / 0.6 mi
Narayanhity Palace Museum 1 km / 0.6 mi
Nara Devi Temple 1 km / 0.7 mi
Asan Bazaar 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Mahendreshwar Temple 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Indra Chowk 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Hari Shanker Temple 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Seto Machhendranath Temple 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Tana Deval Temple & Makhan Tole 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Basantapur 1.5 km / 0.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • boutique hotel
  • American Express
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wi-fi
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
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  • Medical serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bellboy service
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Shop
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Conference room
  • TV lounge
  • Massage
  • Hairdressing salon
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

HB

Half Board

Usually includes breakfast and one additional meal.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • Double or Twin WITH AIR CONDITIONINGDouble or Twin • WITH AIR CONDITIONINGDBT.AC

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    Kathmandu Guest House

    Double or Twin WITH AIR CONDITIONING

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    WITH AIR CONDITIONING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.AC

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXE TWO BEDSQUADRUPLE • DELUXE TWO BEDSQUA.2B-DX

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    QUADRUPLE DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    QUADRUPLE
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    DELUXE TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.2B-DX

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  • SINGLE DELUXESINGLE • DELUXE • 1 BedroomSGL.DX

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    SINGLE DELUXE

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    Non-smoking room
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.DX

    Room amenities

    • Direct dial telephone
    • Kitchenette
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Central heating
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Toiletries
    • Bathroom
    • Shower

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  • TRIPLE DELUXETRIPLE • DELUXETPL.DX

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    TRIPLE DELUXE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    TRIPLE
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    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TPL.DX

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  • SUITE GARDEN VIEWSUITE • GARDEN VIEWSUI.GV

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    Kathmandu Guest House

    SUITE GARDEN VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.GV

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  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXE • 1 BedroomDBL.DX

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    DOUBLE DELUXE

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    Non-smoking room
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX

    Room amenities

    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Kitchenette
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Central heating
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Toiletries

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 1 BedroomTWN.ST

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Room amenities

    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Kitchenette
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Central heating
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Toiletries

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • QUADRUPLE WITH DOUBLE BEDQUADRUPLE • WITH DOUBLE BEDQUA.DB

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    QUADRUPLE WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.DB

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARD • 1 BedroomSGL.ST

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    Kathmandu Guest House

    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Kitchenette
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Central heating
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Toiletries

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE WITH DOUBLE BEDSUITE • WITH DOUBLE BEDSUI.DB

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    Kathmandu Guest House

    SUITE WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.DB

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Kathmandu Guest House

8.0
Excellent
357 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.0 /10
Service
8.2 /10
Comfort
7.2 /10
Condition
7.6 /10
Location
8.8 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Value
8.0 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
20 Jun 2026
Shahidul Islam
Very good and green enverment
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Wendy
Had the best stay at KGH in Feb 2026. All I expected and then the unexpectedly lovely courtyard in the centre of the complex (quiet space too)
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
09 May 2026
Stuart
Great location and lovely setting - quiet plaza in the middle of the property with good dining, coffee and bars.

Heritage property and room layout slightly odd. Huge rooms and comfy bed.

WiFi not great in the rooms and TV didn’t work. Being an older property plug points not where you would need them to be.

Great property for its history.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jan 2026
Margaret
Lovely courtyard
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2025
Raymond
Great room, very clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Nice amenities. The hotel is located in a great spot. I would recommend this hotel.
8/10
Excellent
03 Sep 2025
Hitendra

Well located hotel with good all round service.

Great location, near to shops and restaurants.
The heritage room was a good size. Food and drink was good but could have better wine selection. The Indian food is not freshly cooked.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
27 Jun 2025
Edward
Noise Charged for breakfast despite request not to because of early morn departure
2/10
Poor
27 Jun 2025
Edward
Music blasting until 4am next to room assigned. Requested not to be charged for breakfast because not able to use - next morning early morn departure. Still charged
Business_and_leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
25 May 2025
Stephen
Very good
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2025
Derrek
Beautiful property that is well kept. Met the owner who lives on site who has an eye for detail. The staff are excellent
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
02 Apr 2025
Karen
Whilst the public areas are clean and tidy, my room was run down and was dusty and dirty in places
Toilet
TV box.
Shower needs descaling as water does not run well.
Staff are well trained to be attentive to guests.
All needs can be met without leaving the complex if your interested in that can of stay in Nepal.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2025
Verified traveler

Nice hotel in a convenient location

This hotel is in the busy Tahmel shopping street, but it is exclusive and quiet, and very convenient to go around. We enjoyed the stay.
Partner
4/10
Poor
12 Jan 2025
Keshab
We were amazed when we walk in to lobby and saw the outdoor dining area and courtyards but our happiness ended when we enter the room. The room smell so dump, the rug/mat is dirty like never cleaned for years same as the lobby desk floor mat. The towels were literally not in useable condition. Bed linens smell so bad.The shower head , faucet all are dirty lots of marks/dirt. The chicken curry we had taste like butter chicken also dal is tasteless.Evening live music is nice touch but if the artists has mike/speaker and connected to whole courtyard speaker it will creat nice ambience.
Breakfast service staff talks so loudly that I heard what they had in their dinner last night no professionalism. The stay was way below than what we expect. Only good things is the lady who escort us to room during check-in was very professional and the courtyard sitting areas with bonfire adds nice atmosphere.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2024
Jennifer
The Kathmandu Guesthouse is the first Guesthouse in Kathmandu. Its rich history only adds to the atmosphere of the place. The service is always excellent. The Staff is always professional and ready to assist you with any questions or problems you may have. The rooms are always clean and very comfortable. The food is outstanding. The service is five star. I have stayed here many times during my seven visits to Nepal. The Kathmandu Guesthouse is an experience of exceptional hospitality and excellence!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
Keith
excellent Italian food, right in the thick of things, but quiet. Staff is 5*.

Out the back entrance are many bead-buying opportunities, if that is your interest.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Sep 2024
Topun
I stayed in the Kathmandu Guest House 30 years ago - a lot has changed both in Kathmandu and at the guest house since then; but the staff were attentive and friendly and it is an oasis in the heart of bustling Thamel.
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
09 Feb 2024
gavin
Ok, this is hard to write because it is a beautiful property! Character in abundance ! Well trained staff ! Great welcome and my room was excellent perceived value for money ! Food for lunch and dinner was served fresh and at the correct temperature!

Now the negatives ! My room was terribly noisy through badly fitting windows with zero insulation between room walls and the ceiling ! All the early evening was clip clop of people walking ! Not other fault of either the people just poor design with the floorings used and the echo off the walls

Then between 1am and 3am a large party of people sounded like 20-30 arrived and made there ways to there rooms with suitcases clanking and raised voices and slamming doors ! Now whenever I have checked in at those hours in other properties I was reminded to be quiet and respect the other guests ! In lots of oversea hotels I was given a card in my language to make sure I understood !

So I maybe got 3 hours sleep as I had a 6am check out to catch my flight out of country !

I truly home when you perform another renovation of the rooms you consider noise insulation!

Will I be back ! Yes I will as your property was outstanding in the visual sense!

Hopefully the nighttime people checking are more respectfull!

Thank you

Gavin young
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
26 Jan 2024
Timothy

A guest house full of history, character & charm.

It would be nice to have had a hair dryer in the room or bathroom. Also, 1 outer, small top window would not completely close so some of the warmth was lost & the sounds of the streets entered the room.
Self
8/10
Excellent
01 Jan 2024
Andrew
I stayed here for 2 nights before and 1 night after a trekking expedition. It’s my first time in Kathmandu, so nothing to compare it to, but nice and convenient in the middle of Thamel. Hotel is pretty clean, the staff are really helpful. I was able to leave a bag at the hotel whilst away trekking and the staff booked a taxi to the airport for me.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
14 Dec 2023
Weng
The property has a wonderful garden where all can share, it is centrally located in Thamel, and the hotel is gated at both ends giving a sense of great security. I am at the room which can be improved to give it a modern facility. Overall it has a much better condition than many hotels in Thamel
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
08 Nov 2023
William
Very nice place to stay in the heart of the tourist district (Thamel) but an oasis from the noise and hustle out on the street. Rooftop lounge has a terrific view of the city, especially as the sun goes down.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2023
Daniel
Fantastic
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2023
Guy

The original KGH is now a distant memory

Good old KGH remains my favourite place in Kathmandu. It went through an overdue renovation recently and unfortunately it lost a bit of its soul in the process. What remains though is a great hotel, fantastic location, nice rooms and the garden remains a great meeting and dining place.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
23 May 2023
Kin Wan Rebecca
The garden and the musuem are excellent!
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
14 Apr 2023
Frances
The walls were very thin. I had to ask my neighbours to keep it down at 2:00 am
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2023
Nicolette
Beautiful oasis of calm in busy Thamel. Close to everything. Quiet. Interesting and peaceful garden area.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2023
Shannon
Clean and quiet
Staff are amazing
Breakfast is excellent
6/10
Pleasant
07 Nov 2022
Karen
The public and outdoor areas were delightful and the staff was incredibly helpful. The rooms were small and very basic. A pervasive pulsing base from a nearby club was a constant all night and morning for the entire 6 nights of my stay.
Business_and_leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
02 Aug 2022
Edward
A true Oasis in the heart of Kathmandu. Quiet. Clean with amazing friendly staff. Only issue is promised airport shuttle service. Not true. Visited 2x times & despite email from MGT - was not picked up. Stranded. Also taxi to airport out of pocket & varies (I paid different amount then friend who left latter).
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2021
Verified traveler
If home is where the heart is, then consider Kathmandu Guest House your Nepali home. The energy is amazing. The Garden was designed by the same architect as Garden of Dreams and it is truly a wonderful dream to explore and settle into the endless, wonderful corners. The staff is warm, authentic, helpful, and a community- dedicated to top-notch hospitality and the well-being of all guests. The rooms are charming, comfortable, with oversized balconies and hot water- always. The food is delicious. Everything will be done to accommodate and please guests, you will find peace in the garden and/or make new like-minded friends, and - in all honesty- it will be hard to leave. A most generous stay that encompasses the best of Nepal. Couldn't recommend enough. An experience. An institution. The best of memories. Authentic Nepali magic. And visit MONA- a museum of Nepali Art on the grounds.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
03 Jan 2020
Gregory

A Thamel Classic

A classic of Thamel, located in the midst of the tourist section, KGH offers a quiet refuge when you need to get out of the chaos.

The buffet breakfast was better many we’ve had while doing the standard US chain motels ‘breakfast included’ buffets; real food, not processed. Great coffee too!

Stayed here several times since 1991 and it keeps getting better!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 Dec 2019
Verified traveler
A beautiful, peaceful oasis in the midst of Kathmandu's bustle and pollution. An excellent location, but some of the rooms are 'tired', and the housekeeping is not great. Probably not the best value for money.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Oct 2019
Nir
Old wing rather tired. Executive room very nice and good standard. It's a nice green spot in the middle of the Tamel
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2019
Sekar

Thumbs up

Without a doubt, a great experience..!! Good food, good location, good service..!!
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
01 Oct 2019
Md Tariqul

SIRHAAN's Nepal visit

Scope is still there to improve the service quality---
Family
8/10
Excellent
20 Sep 2019
Rebekah

Helpful staff, lovely gardens

The staff here are extremely helpful and friendly- they assisted with everything we needed to make a work trip run smoothly. The location is good. Beautiful gardens to relax from the busyness of Thamel.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Right in the heart of old Thamel, with easy access to dining & shopping
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2019
Jody

Delightful hotel with great location

The staff at Kathmandu Guest house was so welcoming, friendly and helpful. The hotel is conveniently located in the middle of many shops and resturants but has a quite and peaceful garden. I will stay here again and highly recommend this property.
Family
4/10
Poor
10 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
We stayed at the KGH only one night and that will probably be our last time. Right from the beginning the service was terrible. I asked the male receptionist about the availabilities of their standard room but he said he had to ask his superior. A lady named SONA came and she informed us that they only have Deluxe rooms available and they were $100 per night. I had called KGH the night before to make sure they had rooms available and they informed me there was plenty. They even had standard rooms ($60) and garden view ($85) available on Expedia but because we had foreign ID cards they tried to rip us off. It's off season so they were trying to make extra money out of tourists. I ended up booking a garden view room from Expedia and let me tell you, there was no view and the room floors were really dusty. My feet were black by the time I went to bed. Will not stay here again.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2019
Ishtiaque

Bad AC in KGH

It’s a beautiful property in the midst of Thamel. Initially we experienced some unprofessional handling of our issue with the air conditioning in our room. On the final day, the courteous Duty Manager shifted us to a good room where the AC was working properly. Overall a good experience otherwise. Management should take care of this.
Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Jun 2019
Goh Kang
Everything is good ,location food n garden,but one thing upset me ,when I book by hotels .com for food at the hotel have 25%discount ,the staff said the invoice already print cannot give discount
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2019
Jeremy

Wonderful

Beautiful hotel in a great location!! I will stay here again.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
In general the earthquake damage is not bothersome nor obvious. Ideal location and safety.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Beautiful garden setting and fantastic staff. I would not stay anywhere else. I had the opportunity to stay one night at the Radisson and would not go back. F&B staff need training at breakfast getting a second cup of coffee is a challenge.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Beautiful gardens, great breakfast and friendly staff.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Beautiful gardens and a wonderful breakfast. Also, the hotel is very convenient to many sites in KTM.
Staff is exceptional!!!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Apr 2019
ronivan

Excelente custo benefício.

Já ficamos várias vezes nesse icônico hotel, muito limpo e super bem localizado, um ótimo breakfast o único porém é que por ser uma propriedade muito antiga os quartos não são padronizados com isso vc pode pegar quartos bons ou bem ruins, fique ligado.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
11 Apr 2019
JOAN

Great gardens basic accommodation

Lovely gardens in heart of Thamel district but very basic rooms and below average bathroom They managed to forget our packed breastfast two days running even after we complained on the first day
Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Great place for not too much money. Built around a charming flower-filled square, creating a tranquil buffer from bustling streets all around. Picked me up from airport. Room simple but cleaning and comfortable. On site restaurant has good selection and reasonable prices.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
08 Apr 2019
Verified traveler

Good hotel in Kathmandu

the breakfast was pretty good, the room ok. However, the hotel cut my wifi in the morning of the day I was supposed to check out (12PM). I called the front desk and it took some time to resume my wifi service.
8/10
Excellent
24 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
The property is an oasis in the middle of the city. It’s very very nice overall. Staff is super attentive. Wi-Fi was very bad, construction happening currently makes it noisy at times during the day but I was gone most of the daytime anyway. My room was very basic and badly in ones up an update.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
The staff were very attentive and helpful. Having a garden to enjoy a cup of tea in and decompress after a full day in Kathmandu was magic. The breakfast buffet, included with the room, was amazing in the choices offered.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
08 Feb 2019
Anisul
Pros: the garden, the ever smiling friendly staff
Cons: poor wifi, lack of a few basic facilities in the room

Not enough thought was put in designing the room I was in. There was no cupboard, all my clothes were hanging in the room right on my face. The toilet sink was in the room, not inside the toilet and there was no towel rack next to the sink. Every time after washing my hands or face I had to go to the toilet to dry myself off. The speed of the wifi was too slow and some of the time it wasn't working.

However, in spite of all these, the garden and the smiles of the staff made my day. I will probably stay here again, and enjoy an afternoon coffee in the garden.
8/10
Excellent
02 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
This hotel has a cohesive, positive, feel about it - there is a good staff ethos and a can-do attitude. Service is efficient and unfussed, partly because of the long experience this hotel has had with hosting all types of visitors, from gap year students to hardened mountaineers. Good value. I discovered this guest house for myself sone years ago and have not explored elsewhere since. It does the job very well.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Clean and and a retreat after long travels. Breakfast fantastic
8/10
Excellent
13 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Perfect base for exploring Kathmandu and further afield. Staff could not be more helpful or friendly. Many good restaurants within walking dustance and plentiful hotel breakfast. Excellent way of starting my holiday.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
The staff here were really friendly and helpful. Although the features of the room were a little tired, it’s was extremely clean and comfortable.
8/10
Excellent
08 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Very nice garden and courtyard. Coffee shop and juice shop as well. Good drink menu. Breakfast is OK. Staff is very helpful.
8/10
Excellent
07 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
It's like a sanctuary in the middle of Thamel. When you go in the gate, you leave all the hustle and bustle behind you. Sometimes they have a fire in the courtyard at night, which is nice. You can have drinks and talk with your friends. The rooms are somewhat simple, but totally adequate. Breakfast is OK if all you want is yogurt, fruit, toast, eggs, and coffee.
4/10
Poor
19 Nov 2018
michael
The manager Abbi made two arrangements with me that he later broke. Whatever he says to you.. if it is a special arrangement.. PUT IT IN WRITING AND HAVE HIM SIGN IT.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2018
Lori

Good hotel

Loved the grounds of the hotel. Felt very safe there.
Centrally located with great access to shops and restaurants
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Nov 2018
David
Great restful garden - an oasis in KTM.
Would consider using again.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2018
Roy
Great Thamel location. Hotel and room facilities are high quality and well maintained. Staff very helpful. Breakfast buffet very good. Garden & restaurant provide a welcome calm spot. Within walking distance of many attractions. Hot shower 24 hours a day! Great value. Benchmark hotel for Kathmandu.
8/10
Excellent
30 Oct 2018
bryan
great place to stay after a long trek
food was very fairly priced and tasted great
will stay there again after my next trek
8/10
Excellent
25 Oct 2018
Verified traveler
good location, very convenient. room basic, tired and sad
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2018
Urs

Excellent!

Great ambience & beautiful garden!
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2018
LuAnn
KGH is the best place in Thamel to stay. The staff and the garden are wonderful. After our group returned from trekking KGH provided a quiet space to rest. It is fantastic to see so many people from around the globe either starting or finishing their trek from this place.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2018
Charlotte

Great location

Great location for our pre trip before Everest Base camp. I was recommended this hotel by a friend. Lovely grounds and helpful staff.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2018
Michael
The lovely garden is the centre point of this characterful hotel. An oasis in the middle of the bustle of Thamel and great place to unwind at the end of the day. Staff are helpful and pleasant. My wife and I enjoyed our stay very mich.
6/10
Pleasant
23 Aug 2018
Verified traveler

Pleasant haven from the Thamel mayhem

I stayed at Kathmandu Guest House because of a recommendation from a friend who loved it. I liked the hotel but I agree with the review from the lonely planet that in dollar terms you can get better rooms elsewhere. My room was very very basic, and super noisy because it was right outside the house keeping closet so there was constant hassle and bustle and slamming and chatter right outside my door. My friend paid an extra £12 a night for her room and said her room was lovely and had a balcony so I think you just have to be really careful which room you go for. However I do think £47 a night is too much for a room in Kathmandu. I wasn’t a fan of my room but the garden was very beautiful and peaceful. Overall it was a nice place to stay.
8/10
Excellent
09 Aug 2018
ibrahim

Would recommend

Very friendly staff . Very helpful , the location is at the heart of thamel . Probably have the nicest garden in all of thamel guest houses.
8/10
Excellent
17 Jul 2018
Tek

Popular hotel

Popular hotel, nice location. Good breakfast, but coffee doesnot taste good (gave feedback to staffs). The hotel looks great and beautiful. Reception doesnot seem so welcoming. The stay was great though.
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2018
Daniel
A lovel oasis in the middle of chaos! The staff are. Very friendly. And the rooms are clean and adequate. The courtyard is a breath of fresh air.
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2018
Verified traveler
Nice hotel in Thamel
2/10
Poor
15 May 2018
Hinda

Horrible Experience.... Do not stay there...

What a disappointment. The room was small and bathroom was dirty and smelly. Each time I needed to wash my hands sink was leaking. No room service menu offered in the room. No welcome drinks offered to our group at checkin when it was offered to the people next to us. So many shortfalls noticed. When I went to mention the issue to the gentlemen working at the reception, I could notice that he did not know how to handle the situation. Did not apologize for issues encountered. No service recovery offered and staff not trained properly. Will never returned again
Family
8/10
Excellent
09 May 2018
Verified traveler

traditional hotel

A good place to stay in centre of Thamel . A bit of an oasis with a beautiful garden and helpful staff.
8/10
Excellent
09 May 2018
Verified traveler

Great traditional hotel.

Our third stay at KMGH between treks and trips further afield.This time I pay a bit more and the room was lovely - in the main block on the 2 nd floor.
We liked this place , lots of activity with trekkers coming and going , relaxing garden and really helpful staff.
8/10
Excellent
09 May 2018
Verified traveler
A great hotel ; busy and efficient. Full of people coming and going and a real sanctuary in the midst of Thamel. A bit scruffy round the edges but we were well looked after. The staff on the travel desk were wonderful
8/10
Excellent
26 Apr 2018
Randy

Great to be back!

Has been upgraded since I stayed there in 2011. Gardens still as nice as I remember. An oasis from the madness of the Thamel in Kathmandu. The recent banning of cars in the heart of the Thamel makes this an even nicer place to stay, although it is a bit harder to get to by taxi. Rates very reasonable for what you get. Overall, a great place to stay in Kathmandu.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2018
Terry

Wonderful stay

It was a perfect choice! We highly recommend KTMGH to others. We will use them again.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
15 Apr 2018
Verified traveler

High hopes, but...

While the courtyard and grounds were beautiful and the staff friendly and attentive, the rooms were lacking. The beds were clean and the showers were hot, but the towels were dingy and tattered. Wifi was spotty at best- but that was of little significance to my overall rating.
Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Apr 2018
Trygve

Calm oasis in the chaos

The best garden in town. Rooms are a bit worn but stafff is friendly and atmosphere is great.
8/10
Excellent
02 Apr 2018
Verified traveler
Room is very mediocre with a subpar bathroom. Does have a wonderful garden that made up for the mediocre (and thats a generous mediocre) room. Garden was wonderful as you can relax have a cup of tea or beer in the afternoon or a glass of cino at night.
6/10
Pleasant
01 Apr 2018
Mani

Nice Hotel, located in Thamel

The location is great, it's in Thamel and you can go any where.
The standard room doesn't have any refrigerator, sleepers.
Always i argued staffs about them.
The breakfast was great, very delicious.
There is only pick up from international airport and there isn't for domestic flights. Transfer shuttle is only for pick up service and for back to airport you must pay for reservation service.
They had live traditional music every night. It was very nice.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Mar 2018
Verified traveler

Could be better

The rooms and furniture are are getting run down. Although I did appreciate the functioning a/c and lots of lights in the room. The bathroom can be improved. Cleanliness of the sink and toilet need attention. There are no coffee/tea making facilities in the room. You need to request for hot water for the flask provided. Food prices are similar to other restaurants in the area and the menu is extensive. Breakfast is good and service is very friendly, professional and helpful.
Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Mar 2018
GlobalGuidance

An oasis in the midst of Thamel

After nearly 3 weeks in Nepal, we ended with several nights at the Kathmandu Guest House and it was a wonderful way to conclude our trip! The staff was wonderful, the rooms a true delight, and the gardens a welcomed respite for our weary group. While the noise of Thamel is unavoidable, everything else about KGH exceeded expectations.
8/10
Excellent
25 Feb 2018
Pam

Oasis in a busy city

Lovely hotel in Thames. Staff very helpful. Rooms clean.
WiFi better in gardens than rooms.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2018
Anna

Great staff

Very relaxing place to stay Staff we’re always helpful
8/10
Excellent
01 Feb 2018
dianne

Hotel staff were very helpul\nBreakfast was really

Room cleaned evey day.
Food excellent
Central location
Good security
Helpful staff
8/10
Excellent
18 Jan 2018
Verified traveler
The staff is very kind and helpful. The room was small, with basic facilities and no heater.
8/10
Excellent
31 Dec 2017
Michael

Sanctuary in the middle of Thamel

I stayed here for two days so that I could acclimate before moving on to Pokhara. It's right in the middle of Thamel, but walled off from the hustle and bustle. Once you walk through the gate, it's like you've entered a sanctuary. A nice place to come back to after a full day of exploring Patan, Bhaktipur, etc. On a nice afternoon, you can even settle back into one of the lawn chairs and sunbathe. At night, there's a fire pit by the bar, which is also nice.
6/10
Pleasant
25 Dec 2017
Heng

Guest House Stays for our Family Vocation

Located in Thamel, Kathmandu, is a good location. The facility is really classic, many rooms needed to be renovated, especially the followings:
1) Heated water pressure was higher than normal water, we almost got burnt during shower. (Room 825).
2) Air cond loss heated air supply in the middle of the night (2 out of 6 nights) and awaken rudely.
3) Breakfast in the cold morning was not a good experience, the hotel should have provided us discount for that.
4) Pre-Booked room was not available, and the upgrade was not free, we've got charged US$10+ more per room.

Otherwise, breakfasts were great, especially the oats every morning.

If all the 4 \"unpleasant experiences\", it would have been a great stay. We stayed because of worrying of cancellation charges and hassles in a dusty environment.

Hope the management could leverage your power in Parliment, to convince the Nepalese government to focus of recovery effort for the roads, and reduce the dust levels in Kathmandu, and improve all the rocky roads.

With regards,
BH
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Dec 2017
Graham

Great base to explore from.

A wonderful hotel, in a great location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Dec 2017
MANOHAR

Katmandu

Great time spent
8/10
Excellent
30 Nov 2017
Verified traveler
Great location, relatively quiet. Nice garden to relax in. Bed a bit hard is only complaint. Nice peace and relaxing environment in the chaos of Thamel.
8/10
Excellent
22 Nov 2017
Verified traveler

Oasis in Thamel

It is not a luxury property, but it is comfortable. Once inside you feel miles away from the dust and mayhem of traffic in Kathmandu.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2017
Helena

Great. Super helpful staff. Would stay again.

Super quiet given the area it is in. There is a beautiful garden with sunshine to chill out in.
I received a very warm welcome, complimentary coffee on arrival as I was planning the rest of my stay, room was upgraded and despite the hotel being very busy I was always looked after and greeted when I was returning to my room.
Really nice rooms (they look like they have recently been renovated), great shower & modern bathroom.
6/10
Pleasant
10 Sep 2017
Verified traveler

average

I booked a Garden view room and got a room near the garden view rooms that had only a view of a wall with a picture of a tree with 5 birds on it. i told management who said they would come back with me but they didnt. Nothing wrong with the picture but paying the extra for a room with a view was misleading esp when there was no natural light. Service and tax are included on every bill but the staff still hover for a tip. not their fault but the greed of the hotel itself. made me feel a bit awkward every time but I'm not paying service twice.

the safe didn't work and it took hours for a new one to come which was left on full display.

the hotel was def not worth the money given what else is on offer in KTM. I think it relies on cashing in on a romantic history which may not turn out to be a terrific long term strategy.

thanks
8/10
Excellent
18 Jul 2017
Sandra

In the heart of Tamal

It was good. It was clean, the breakfast was really good. The wifi reception in my room was very strong. The location of this guest house is the great selling point as it is in the heart of Tamal.
8/10
Excellent
24 Apr 2017
Trekker J

Great Location

This hotel is in a fantastic location. It's pricey compared to others but the history, tour desk, service and location make this a great place to stay.

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Kathmandu Guest House
Ward no. 16, Kathmandu, Nepal

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