Paknajol Marg, Thamel, 44600 Kathmandu, Nepal
#117 of 430 hotels in Kathmandu
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1022 hostel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.4
Free Wifi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 31, 2023
Wilf
United KingdomThat I couldn’t stay for longer.
This hostel is in a really good area surrounded by a variety of shops that are perfect for tourists and travellers ranging from authentic bags and cloths to trekking equipment. There are lots of fantastic restaurants as well. The staff are very kind, welcoming and helpful. The top level is a lovely change of pace from the streets to as it is calm and refreshing in the heat with cover from the sun, fresh air and often a nice breeze. The rooms and facilities are very comfy and clean, it’s the full package. Next time I stay in Kathmandu I can’t see myself staying anywhere else.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 28, 2023
Trader
NepalNothing
I enjoyed my staying here . Karan was really friendly and got lots of information about trek and tour. I recommend this property to everyone
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 26, 2023
Karki
NepalI like the hospitality & environment of the hostel. All staffs are welcoming & friendly. I made friends from different country too there . It was a nice experience.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 24, 2023
Karen
SpainThe bedsheets were not clean enough for me. They need a deep wash or substitution.
The staff was very friendly and I appreciate it. The rooftop was nice and it was far enough from the staffic noise
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 24, 2023
Takeyuki
JapanNothing
The stuffs especially Pramod Karan Chiran, They are very kind!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 22, 2023
Jay
NepalAll great.
Namaste. To all at Rest Up Kathmandu Hostel. A beautiful, relaxing,respectful, safe, warm, and friendly feeling among all the interesting staff. The water is hot, cleaning standard very high. Everything is so Shanti and kind. The guests have all been interesting with a community feel. To say I highly recommend it is not enough. I am loving my experience at this hostel. The location perfect. Come and tell your interesting adventure travel experiences to people, fellow travellers, who are genuinely interested, supportive and get buzzed up with it. Or just take yourself into contemplation, meditation or read your phone, the WiFi is super strong. I look forward to spending more time here. Approach Kathmandu with a Shanti Shanti. Slowly frame of mind Plenty of adventures to be had. Enjoy.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 22, 2023
Pankaj
IndiaNA
beautifully decorated.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 21, 2023
Doghmane
United Arab Emiratesthe place is magical, it’s all what you need to see the magic in Kathmandu, the place is clean and safe , the staff are super nice and helpful, Pramod was very helpful and nice to us , thank you so much for the lovely enjoyable stay ✨
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 20, 2023
Xavier
SpainNothing
Such a nice place ,staff are really flexible and friendly specifically receptionist who always pay attention.nice rooftop,clean room and bathroom .Also they help for tour and travels. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 19, 2023
Nadav
AustraliaVery homey vibe, all the staff make you feel very comfortable particularly Bishnu and Karan who are legends. Facilities are all good as well.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: May 19, 2023
Fabio
ItalyNothing
Best hostel in kathmandu.really nice vibes .staff are really friendly and pay attention to everyone. Nice rooftop,clean room , friendly environment.and best thing is they organise trek and tour .loved it.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 16, 2023
Keila
ArgentinaEverything! It is a very cozy hostel, in the heart of Thamel, it is economical, it is super cute, the room was super comfortable and warm at night, they have a super nice rooftop with a view of the city, they also have a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner (very delicious). the wifi works perfectly (on each floor there is a different router so you can always be with a good connection. I was also able to leave some of my things there during my trekking days. I especially want to thank Karan for his excellent attention, from the day I arrive at 11.30pm to the day I left at 5.30am. Always super nice and attending to the customers. I recommend staying here 100%
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 14, 2023
Pavel
Czech RepublicEverything is perfect.
Really amazing place .all the staff are really friendly and helped me a lot specially karan and chiran.the best thing is there is wonderful rooftop,restaurant and they organise trekking and travels ❤️
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: May 14, 2023
Jose
SpainThe staff at reception is simply wonderful. Specially Mr Karan. He was the most professional, resolutive, well informed, non invasive, smiley abd efficient worker I have met so far after 50 consecutive days travelling. He knows as well everything about trekkings and other excursions. Wonderful.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 13, 2023
Anna
FranceNthing
Staff is awesome, make you feel like home. Especially Karan
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 12, 2023
Pauls
New ZealandBathroom need maintenance
Always good to stay here. Good facilities and staff.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 8, 2023
Hao-chien
Taiwani lived in the upper bunk in the shared room in 2F. A 90cm space was kept from the ceiling to my bed, with a beam crossed 90deg over my bed. if i sit up in the bed, the beam might punch my face directly. (2 beds had the same problem in the room i stayed.)
Friendly staff, cozy vibe on the roof top. Close to the downtown. Good price.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: May 7, 2023
Nestor
SpainThe rooftop and the vibe. Nice to be able to have a tea and relax with other travelers in Katmandu . All the personal Karan, Chiran, Jiwan, Bishnu 10/10 hosts
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 6, 2023
Alfredo
MexicoThe rooftop area is great. The staff helped us with our treks.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 4, 2023
Pauls
New ZealandStaff, facilities, vibe
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: April 30, 2023
Bettina
GermanyI really enjoyed my stay here. The location was good and the staff was amazing and always in a good mood. It's definitely a place with good vibes. The common area and Restaurant on the rooftop was really nice too. Thanks especially to Prakash and Karen for helping me organize my trek and get everything I need.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 24, 2023
Americanobueno
IndiaNuttin
My first hostel experience, it was great, fun. I met some really wonderful people and the staff are all very kind, attentive, professional, Thank you!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: April 22, 2023
Pauls
New ZealandNeed some more maintenance work in the toilet s and shower
The staff, the vibe, the travellers
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 21, 2023
Kifent
United KingdomCan't write anything here. If you know where you are, or where you go, you must accept the fact, these places has some weeknesses, to compere in a hostel in London for example. But they do their best, and always helpfull. I gess that is the point.
As a newbie in Nepal I booked this hostel a pretty much in advance, what came out wasn't necessarily. They helped me to find a good guide, for pretty much on budget, also were so communicative. Gopi Khrisna (who seems the boss to me) always answered in 24 hours, even though my questions sometimes were a bit silly. I do higly recommend this hostel if you are a traveller on budget, their prices won't rip you off. The bar also has very friendly prices. Location is perfect too. It is not in the heart of Thamel, but not farer than 5 min. walk. If I go back this will be the first place which availibilty I will check.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 21, 2023
Teresa
IndiaThe space looks exactly like in the photos... worth the money... Very safe and very clean... They give you lockers if you have something important to keep safe... I forgot to lock the safe and left all precious items in the locker. They made sure to keep it safe until i returned... Amazing staff...
Stayed in April 2023
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