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Reviews of Yakety Yak Hostel

350 Amrit Marg Market Mall, Thamel, 44600 Kathmandu, Nepal

#114 of 430 hotels in Kathmandu

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Review score

Based on 216 hostel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 3 August 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious room

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The private room was very nice and clean. The location for nice , it was a happening Street. The guy at reception helped me when i was facing some issue with all smiles. Me and my partner was very happy during the stay.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel is very clean, nice hot shower and has a nice terrace to relax. Drinks are available to buy.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2022

    9.0
    Great hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dog barking in the night but overall I ll go back again

    Amazing place, rooftop, staff and the rooms

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2022

    8.0
    it was good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    breakfast not available

    overall .

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    May be rooms might have more ventilation.

    It was very clean. And cool.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean. Good bathroom in private room. Very nice staff.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2024

    7.0
    Good for a 1 night stay in Thamel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    In the female dorm next to the female bathroom there is noise when people are using the shower. I woke up early because of this. Also showers and toilets could be cleaner.

    Very friendly personnel and perfect location. Nice outside terrace too.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    4.0
    Otherwise the hostel n staff is superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The whole hostel was populated a large group of students ( close 50) from Israel. I felt intimidated n scared

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2024

    6.0
    nice social hostel but not the most comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the bathrooms weren't super user friendly- the shower for instance only had one hook on the outside and no rail so it was impossible to find somewhere to put all your stuff. also when i was taking a shower, someone turned either a tap/shower on or flushed the toilet and the rest of my shower was just cold... rooms were very sparse and the floor looked kinda dirty...there was nowhere other than lockers to put your things and there was only one hook at the end of your bed for you to hang things. they don't have a luggage storage facility - you can only leave your bag in between two couches in the social area, which didn't feel hugely safe.

    good location, the lounge/social area was very nice too!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    7.0
    Clean and comfortable place to stay but dont expect a pro-active host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    1. This hostel is just another place for backpackers coming from nearby treks who need all the basic amenities. They don't have any inhouse activities, the common areas are kinda dull most of the times. 2. The staff is most of the times clueless about any local information. They would mostly repeat the information you might already know. 3. Poor ventaliton of air inside dorms.

    1. The hostel is at a great location, although being in Thamel, it is a cosy space to spend your time. 2. This has been the cleanest hostel I have ever been to. They have one common washroom but extremely clean. 3. The bar is fully functional, with a really good menu. Food is great! 4. The dorm has enough space to keep your backpack.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    5.0
    Great location and somewhere to sleep at night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was so noisy! I’ve stayed at many hostels before but this one was so loud. Although, I believe it was the location so not much the hostel can do about that.

    Location was great. Staff were really chatty and super helpful.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The common area is open, so it gets quite cold in the mornings and evenings. Shower heads splash water all over the place, which was a bit frustrating. My main concern was that the rooms were open with no locks at the door and you couldn't even close it properly, so anyone could just walk right in. Also, apparently everyone except for me could check-in 24/7, which resulted in groups of people coming into the room in the middle of the night; the staff knocked on the door loudly and shouted "I'm coming in now" and chatted to the new guests in a loud voice, even at 2 am. I'd prefer if they had a closed check-in window to not disturb other guest's sleep.

    Big common area and roof terrace with inhouse restaurant/café that offers delicious food. Travel desk to plan your trips. The rooms are spacious, very clean bed linen and towels. The staff was friendly and helpful, loved that they remembered my name.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    outside food banned

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    7.0
    I like it but it isn't worth the money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There isn't always hot water for shower. And in 4 days they never checked the room, to put toilet paper, clean a bit or whatever

    The staff is very friendly

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2023

    7.0
    Decent value, basic room if you prefer to stay in Thamel
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No hot water at shower. It was hard to find when arriving because it’s hidden in an alley and also up stairs.

    Friendly helpful staff, someone is at front desk all 24 hr. Relatively quiet at night. Basic room but high ceilings.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No AC, very hot

    Clean, helpful staff

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    6.0
    Wonderful Ambience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was a bit hot and there were no fans or air conditioning. Probably Kathmandu was under the heat wave, however, I had a bit of a difficult time due to the heat. A table fan was arranged for me, however, when I went outside for sometime it was gone. Somehow I managed to find another one after a bit of struggle, however, I would recommend the hostel owner to install fans in the room.

    The staff were very helpful and friendly. The room and bathroom were clean. I also liked the area near reception where you can chill out and watch TV, eat and relax.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2023

    6.0
    Clean and bright & will suit plenty of people, just not me!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The music was on the whole so loud and repetitive, it became like white noise eventually, and it made it actually one of the least social hostels I’ve been to!

    Very clean, especially compared to a different hostel I stayed in in the city. Different spaces to sit & staff were cheery.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2023

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Paid for a private room with bathroom. Warm water wasn't working and staff refused to reimburse price. Dorm showers smelled like sewage and out of 5 or 6 only two had warm water.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2023

    7.0
    Tavel agency is a rip off - no honest information
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The travel agency. Gave me wrong information and was a massive rip off. I wouldn’t recommend booking with Ram and this is also why I didn’t come back to this hostel.

    common places are very relaxed. Easy to meet people. spacious bathrooms.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the bathroom water was cold,

    the stuf were helpful , location is great

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2023

    5.0
    Not good hostel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Its not a party hostel but they dont stop music at night 01:00 and you cant pay in check-out… that hostel good but all about money!

    Every where was so clean… I really like it!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2022

    1.0
    It was the worst stay of mine till today in hostel.poor infrastructure.dont go here.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing was good

    Bad washrooms,messy rooms, negative vibes

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2022

    7.0
    Good hostel for socialising and using common areas. But if you look for comfort at a private room, maybe this is not the
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had a private room and the hot water didn’t work so had to use the common ones. Street noise non-stop at night making it uncomfortable to sleep.

    Great staff, common area and excellent location. They keep your extra bag while going hiking for a small fee. ATMs right by the hostel.

    Stayed in November 2022

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