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Thamel Marg, Thamel, 44600 Kathmandu, Nepal
#46 of 428 hotels in Kathmandu
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 327 hotel reviews
9.1Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.2
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Comfort
9.2
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Location
9.6
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Facilities
8.9
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Staff
9.6
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Value for money
9.3
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Free Wifi
8.6
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Reviewed: April 6, 2025
Jordan
South Africa3 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Super clean and comfortable, very accommodating staff and they allowed me to store my bags and use the facilities in the evening before my flight. Surprised this place isn’t fully booked more often
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: March 15, 2025
Hugo
Bhutan7 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Had another wonderful stay at Flying Yak. It’s in a great location, the staff are extremely helpful and the rooms are clean and of good value. I’ll definitely be staying here again.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 10, 2025
Ellis
United Kingdom18 Reviews8.0“Great location, soft beds”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bed was a little soft so didn't sleep well
Great location, lots of restaurants nearby, friendly staff, good size room
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 6, 2025
A
Bangladesh1 review10“Recommended”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Excellent
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 3, 2025
Rohan
Portugal4 Reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Wifi was sometimes unstable in my room Depending on your luck, if there are noisy guests in the other hostel rooms or terrace, you will hear everything in the room
Great location Professional and helpful staff Very nice and comfortable rooms Currency exchange offered at the reception at decent rates Good value for money
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: February 3, 2025
Madhoor
Mauritius6 Reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very clean and modern rooms. Well maintained Very nice and helpful staffs. Free coffee all the time.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: January 16, 2025
Ulfi
Indonesia14 Reviews4 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good price for the location and facilities. They’re very reliable and provide trekking tours that we ended up enjoying so much. The room was smaller than what it looks like in the picture but very clean and has basic things you need. Overall, we enjoyed our stay here and we thank the staff for helping us book the things we need for our trip in Nepal :)
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 13, 2025
Ruby
United Kingdom30 Reviews4 helpful votes10“Brilliant place”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Probably the best place we stayed during our whole time in Nepal. - very clean room, bedding looked obviously fresh and clean, bathroom was also clean - good facilities provided such as AC which also worked as a heater, plugs right by the bed, TV, really good wifi - location of hotel is right in the mix of thamel - staff were friendly and really nice people - hot water was available 24/7 this was a personal highlight after struggling with mostly cold showers throughout Nepal to be able to get hot water at all times was just brilliant
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 6, 2025
Benjamin
United Kingdom10 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Home from home”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Not that I didn’t like the terrace but I think it could be used to boost the experience more.
Free coffee and tea, best night sleep in Nepal, very friendly staff. In particular Santosh who was an absolute gentleman.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: January 5, 2025
Joel
Australia8 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Entertainment option
Good staff
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: December 13, 2024
Alireza
Canada55 Reviews11 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location and great staff. Bikash went above and beyond to ensure everything was great and was very helpful and friendly. For the price the hotel is worth it and has great location.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 3, 2024
James
Netherlands18 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
While the rooms overal were clean, the shower curtain was very dirty.
Great location, a nice hotel with comfortable rooms.
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 30, 2024
Hugo
Taiwan7 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Had a great stay at Flying Yak last night. The location was amazing and my room was comfortable, clean and spacious. Bikas and Ravindra were kind and generous staff who were extremely supportive - they were also very friendly and gave great information about where to go in Kathmandu. Thanks for the great stay !
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 27, 2024
Aurelian
Austria1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was nice, i got the room for a spontaneous stay of 2 nights and therefore it was perfect. Nice staff and good facility.
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 23, 2024
Jc
Australia62 Reviews3 helpful votes8.0“Convenient location at reasonable price.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Perfect location, helpful staff, clean room & great coffee 🙂
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: October 30, 2024
Thomas
Netherlands71 Reviews3 helpful votes10“Amazing hotel with comfy bed and shower!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast not included
Super comfortabel bed! Nice hotel and good shower.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 26, 2024
Oliver
Germany5 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing to complain about.
Nice location in Thamel, everything is easily accessible by foot. The room was very clean and the bed comfortable. We had a great time with the staff :)
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 22, 2024
Alison
United Kingdom14 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Helpful staff and quiet dorm.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 22, 2024
Brooke
Australia32 Reviews4 helpful votes9.0“Comfortable stay in Thamel”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- There is only 1 shower between the 2 dorms (12 people) which if full i could see as a problem however we had no issues - Shower is large as it used to be 2 however the shower head that is currently there is quite poor, i ended up having to use the spout tap to rinse my hair as the pressure was not strong enough. - There is a small seating areas outside of dorms which is great unfortunately however it is a designated smoking area which brings the smell into the dorm rooms, not ideal for us non smokers- would recommend limiting smoking to the roof top.
Located in a very convenient location, making it very easy to walk around Thamel. We stayed in the dorm and it was clean, had curtains which was a bonus and unexpected, linen was clean/comfortable and had lockers. The staff are super warm and friendly and always there to help you if you need. Communication was efficient and fast if needed via whatsapp. Luggage storage is available as well as 24/7 tea and coffee in the foyer. Would recommend for a stay in Thamel- however if your are looking for a more social hostel this may not be what you are looking for.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 21, 2024
Jonathan
United States17 Reviews10“Comfortable in the heart of Kathmandu”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The shower could have been a little bit warmer.
Raj, Santos, and the rest of the team at Flying Yak work very hard to ensure you have an enjoyable stay in Kathmandu. They will carry your stuff up the stairs, make you a coffee any time, and assist you with any inquiries about trekking or activities.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 21, 2024
Nils
Germany1 review10“Pleasant Stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The water pressure of the shower and sink is kinda low, but thats all i have to complain about.
it was an pleasure stay in the Flying Yak, i actually stayed there for one full Week. they have unlimited free Coffee and Tea and the taste is really good. Also free Water refill. The WiFi is super fast and stable. Its clean and the stuff there is super helpful and friendly.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 17, 2024
Hailong
Thailand19 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everyone was friendly and attentive, excellent.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: September 30, 2024
Chieh
Taiwan5 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Had awesome two nights here! The owner and staff were super friendly and helpful. If you stay here, definitely chat with the owner—he loves sharing stories!
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 29, 2024
Ivy920
Taiwan38 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very Good- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Toilet and shower needs upgrading.
Staff friendly
Stayed in September 2024
