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Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu

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A large, ornate hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained garden. - Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu (Kathmandu)
A grand hallway with a large chandelier, columns, and red chairs. - Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu (Kathmandu)
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A grand hall with ornate columns, chandeliers, and a long reception area. - Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu (Kathmandu)
A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas. - Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu (Kathmandu)
At Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and shopping on site. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a body scrub, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a blue armchair, a wooden nightstand, a wooden table, and a patterned rug.

Royal Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and ottoman, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

Heritage Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, an air conditioning unit, and a ceiling with ornate details.

Family Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a bench, and a view of the city through large windows.

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, an air conditioning unit, and a mirror.

Deluxe Room King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a large mirror.

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a blue sofa, and a round table.

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

Heritage Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a table, a vase with flowers, and a large arched window.

Deluxe Room Twin Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Lazimpat, a neighborhood in Kathmandu, Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu is in the entertainment district and near the airport. Notable landmarks in the area include Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath. Traveling with kids? Consider Kathmandu Fun Park and Natural History Museum. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and ecotours, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Kathmandu travel guide
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Lazimpat, Kathmandu, 44600

What's nearby

  • A white gazebo with columns, a staircase, and a building in the background.
    Garden of Dreams
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Intricately carved wooden doors with religious figures.
    Durbar Marg
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A traditional temple complex with tiered roofs and intricate carvings.
    Kathmandu Durbar Square
    3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Ballys Casino
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Narayanhity Palace Museum
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tribhuvan Intl. Airport (KTM)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Filli Cafe Nepal
    7 min walk
  • Tukuche Thakali Kitchen
    9 min walk
  • Kava Grill & Lounge
    14 min walk
  • Salon De Kathmandu
    9 min walk
  • Irish Pub
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NPR 2,500 for adults and NPR 1,250 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cozy Kailash
  • Kailash Restaurant
  • Kunti Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4,558 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1964
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NPR 4000
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NPR 4000

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from April 27 2026 to October 1 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NPR 5500 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NPR 2500 for adults and NPR 1250 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NPR 4500 per room (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NPR 1000 (one-way), (from 6 to 18 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: NPR 4000 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NPR 4000 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NPR 5500 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of NPR 4000 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for NPR 4000 (subject to availability).

Does Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NPR 4500 per room applies.

Where is Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu located?

This family-friendly Kathmandu hotel is located near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of Ballys Casino and Garden of Dreams. Durbar Marg and Narayanhity Palace Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 432 out of 971 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 971 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 971 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 971 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 971 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Bishnu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel with amazing staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sudip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s super clean, staff is very friendly and helpful and the overall ambience is like a palace. The restaurant food menu should have more Nepali options including Buff and pork dishes since the hotel is perfect to experience Nepali architecture but food is too western
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Medini

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, very nice service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was fabulous. The staff are all incredible! The spa treatments were top notch. Thank you for a truly fantastic stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Binu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and breakfast are exceptional. Location is FANTASTIC. I could walk to Thamel for shopping and food, Palace museum is walking distance (highly recommend visiting) as well as Garden of Dreams. The room was ok, no view.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely historic hotel in good location with excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, the staff is extremely nice and helpful, the room was very nice and the hotel is very well maintained, definitely recommend to anyone staying in Kathmandu.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property superbly located real find of a hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharif

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building was great. Staff was helpful. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pukar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place , the bar is great . Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel in a convenient area of town

Great staff and clean rooms and bathrooms. Amazing options for the breakfast buffet. The area is walkable to great shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding property with friendly and helpful staff. great location. great breakfast. highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
beautiful hotel! It was an old rana/queens palace. Great food.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Hansa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service and excellent staff
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything at Hotel Shanker is truly great. I really feel at home in this beautiful hotel. The staff are magnificent and everyone is so friendly and helpful. The architecture of this old historical palace is stunning. The entrance and lobby is so beautiful and great for photos. The garden in front is wonderful and the pool is terrific. I highly recommend staying at Hotel Shanker. It’s the only place I stay when visiting Kathmandu. I’m already looking forward to a return visit!! Thank you Hotel Shanker for treating me so well and giving me such great memories and photos!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vikas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous and were immediately available whenever you needed anything. Breakfast was amazing with many options and especially omelette.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

KENJI

Liked: Amenities
Nice hotel. Bar stuff is so good thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ranjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome food , nice staff . Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

KHEMRAJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel...fanstastic service. Lovely Heritage property. Superb breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ruobing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Garden and Pool, splendid vibe
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sheshaprasad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean. It looks royal and it has a good restaurant. The breakfast spread is really wonderful. It has a collection of Indian continental sushi, Italian, and other cuisines. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Kathmandu Nepal. The staff is very friendly and they go out of their way to help anyone that is there as a guest.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sujan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
“We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Shankar. The service was exceptional, and the ambience was warm and inviting. Its convenient location made it easy to get around, and the late checkout option added to the overall comfort. We are very happy with our experience and highly recommend this hotel!”
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful hotel in a great location. I had 3 stays here during my time in Nepal and enjoyed them all. My room on the final night was one of the renovated ones and was lovely. Amazing bed. Staff are great and the breakfast really good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. Central. Clean and pool is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024