The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel
The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel
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<h2>Comfortable Accommodation</h2> The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel in Kathmandu offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the games room. <h2>Dining Experience</h2> The family-friendly restaurant serves Chinese, British, American, Italian, pizza, local, and international cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, American, and vegetarian. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Located 9 km from Tribhuvan International Airport, the hostel is a 19-minute walk from Swayambhu and 1 km from Swayambhunath Temple. Nearby attractions include Kathmandu Durbar Square and Boudhanath Stupa. <h2>Guest Favorites</h2> Guests highly rate the host, property cleanliness, and convenient location.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Garden
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Anna
Uzbekistan“Magnificent! Clean, pleasant staff. Charming view of the city. Away from the hustle and bustle of the center. The best option for common areas. I could work on my laptop peacefully. Access to the rooftop. Hot water is always available. The dining...” - Robert
Norway“Beautiful, quiet hostel conveniently located. Excellent facilities, very helpful and kind owner. Would recommend for anyone looking for a quiet and comfortable place to stay in Kathmandu” 
Konstantin
Russia“I stayed at the Sparkling Turtle in February 2025 for 10 nights during the Buddhist teachings. And my experience was wonderful. Great warm atmosphere, beautiful sunrise view from the rooftop to the Kathmandu valley, its own small restaurant on...”- Goda
Lithuania“This hotel is a true gem in Kathmandu. It is incredibly clean, peaceful, and affordably priced. The location is strategically very convenient. Swayambhu is just nearby. Other parts of the city are also easily accessible. The view from the window...” - Tuan
Vietnam“The 5* hostel with good quality and very reasonable price. The facility is good. The hostel owner is very nice and helpful.” - MMayanka
India“Managed well, friendly staff , reached late when restaurants were closed . They provided me with fruits and biscuits .Overall excellent experience.” 
Bartłomiej
Poland“Great, helpful and supportive owner. Very good breakfast. Nice view from rooftop terrace”- Toby
United Kingdom“I stayed for 4 nights and it was perfect. The room and the facilities were perfect with a great view of the city. Great location for the monkey temple. Ajeet, the host was incredibly helpful and friendly when helping to organise my trip for me and...” 
Lucas
France“Ajeet is a wonderful host, always here to help, the location is very nice and the rooms are very clean !”
Merlin
Spain“The place is so clean and Asid is so cool, he really know how to give the good advices Highly recommended also the location is really cool, you go up hill and is a lovely neighbour to chill and eat something Perfect to rest before of after a...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAmerican • Chinese • British • Italian • Pizza • Local • International • Grill/BBQ
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
Facilities of The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 9.7
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Garden
- Bar
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Bidet
- Slippers
- Toilet
- Shower
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
PetsPets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
- Bicycle rental
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking tours
- Pub crawls
- Evening entertainmentAdditional charge
- Nightclub/DJAdditional charge
- Cycling
- HikingAdditional charge
- Games room
Food & Drink
- Wine/champagne
- Bar
- Restaurant
InternetWiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/marble floor
- Car hire
- Laptop safe
- Carpeted
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Yoga classes
Languages spoken
- English
- Hindi
House rulesThe Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 5 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
