booked it for the pool, no water in the pool. also not a social hostel.

Good location, kind staff, restaurant

Stayed in March 2025

I really enjoyed my stay at Alobar1000. It is a good retreat in Thamel to relax and plan the rest of the trip in Nepal. All the hotel staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.

Stayed in March 2025

Alobar1000 Hostel offers more than just a place to stay; it provides a memorable experience enriched by community, comfort, and cultural engagement. Whether you’re a solo traveler or part of a group, this hostel serves as an excellent base for your Kathmandu adventures.

Stayed in February 2025

Hot shower available Clean rooms You can easily charge your device in your bed

Stayed in February 2025

Sadly the hostel was quite empty as it was low season

Adorable and helpful staff Very nice outdoor spaces ! We also enjoyed playing air hockey and table football Quiet location but right in Thamel We stayed in a dorm room and private room another time, both were great. The private room was particularly amazing for its price ! The whole place is super clean and well maintained

Stayed in February 2025

I felt very comfortable and welcomed from the moment I arrived at Alobar1000! The staff are very friendly and helpful and even carried my heavy backpack up the stairs to my room for me. The private room at Alobar1000 is very large and clean and I loved the bay window overlooking the pool with a loveseat. The bed is very comfortable and the pillows and comforter are so soft and very high quality, which was unexpected (it reminded me of an expensive hotel room in the States). The bathroom is also very large and clean and I had plenty of hot water for showers as well as nice towels and soaps provided to use. I'll definitely return to Alobar1000 and really enjoyed my time there. I highly recommend staying here as you're going to love it!!!

Stayed in February 2025

Well maintained, clean & aesthetic. They have more washrooms who need more privacy.

Stayed in February 2025

It takes about 8 mnts for hot water to start flowing. Once it starts, it's all good but I felt like I was wasting water 😅

Very relaxed atmosphere. I went there during off peak season so the restaurant/bar was empty but it seemed like a fun spot to hang!

Stayed in February 2025

Couldn't use the pool ;-)

Nice and helpful staff.

Stayed in December 2024

I had a great time here because it was quiet, the food was good and the staff was very friendly. I also liked the fact that it's not too big so you easily get in contact with other travellers.

Stayed in October 2024

Very expensive aitport-shuttle!

Nice people, very helpfully. Could leave my baggage there while on the Anapurna Circuit.

Stayed in December 2024

We came to Alobar Hostel twice during our stay in Nepal and really enjoyed it. The private rooms (which we stayed in twice) are very spacious, well equipped, clean and had everything we needed. The staff was super helpful and friendly, supported us with taxi bookings and were happy to answer all the questions we had. The location of Alobar is perfect, in the middle of Thamel with a lot of restaurants, cafes, shops and things to see around the corner. I can wholeheartedly recommend it as a great place to stay in Kathmandu.

Stayed in November 2024

Very nice well functioning hostel

Stayed in December 2024

Good facilities and perfect location!

Stayed in November 2024

The beds were a bit narrow, the showers take a long time to heat up.

Clean rooms, staff was always pleasant, solid restaurant. A decently social hostel, but definetly not the most social one I've been to.

Stayed in November 2024

Not really a big deal but there is no light in the bed to read.

Excellent accommodation for the value of money. The staff are very well behaved, nice cozy restaurant, the Milk chai was the best Chai in Nepal for me.

Stayed in October 2024

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The hostel has a chill vibe. There are multiple hangout areas, and a cafe with good coffee. The reception and the cleaning staff is quite friendly. I have been staying here for a couple of weeks and most days have been quite pleasant. Occasionally, there are some guests leaving early in the morning which is a but inconvenient, but overall a great place to stay in Kathmandu.

Stayed in October 2024

The beds didn’t have curtains

Incredible location, clean and tidy

Stayed in October 2024

Staff very friendly Very close to everywhere Very clean

Stayed in September 2024

Literally amazing location, super friendly staff, 24 hour security, nice people (for the most part). Generally a fun atmosphere I would definitely stay here again !

Stayed in September 2024

That I had to leave because it was the end of my trip.

Alobar1000 hostel has been a go-to spot for visitors to Kathmandu for over 15 years, and you'll be sad to leave. The staff are dedicated, genuinely kind, and so attentive that they start to feel like family. The premises have been recently renovated, with very clean, high-quality facilities that are constantly improving—all at competitive rates. Located on the edge of Thamel, it’s close to everything but offers a peaceful escape from Kathmandu's chaos. The hostel has everything you need: a nice bar, high-quality yet reasonably priced restaurant and café, and a travel agency, “Dal Bhat Power,” offering professional service and skilled guides. People say you come to Nepal for the mountains but return for the people, and this couldn’t be truer for Alobar1000. You’ll have to experience it yourself. I only wish more people in the world were as wonderful as Tashi, the owner of this hostel.

Stayed in September 2024

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Probably the best hostel in KTM. Overall very clean and amazing atmosphere. They have a travel desk where you can get great prices for trekking and ticketing. The lockers are very secure which was nice. Honestly wouldn’t look anywhere else in KTM.

Stayed in September 2024

The only downside was that if the bar was open later.

I had an amazing time at Alobar1000! I met the best people and had so much fun. The hostel attracts an open-minded and outgoing crowd so it's very easy to make great connections, especially as a solo traveller—one of the best hostel experiences I have had. The place was very clean, the beds were comfortable and I appreciated the care from the staffs.

Stayed in September 2024

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Everything

Stayed in August 2024