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Wanderthirst Hostel

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A room with two beds, wooden flooring, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture. - Wanderthirst Hostel (Kathmandu)
A garden area with potted plants and a wooden structure. - Wanderthirst Hostel (Kathmandu)
A hallway with a teal wall, a white air conditioner, and a door leading to a bathroom. - Wanderthirst Hostel (Kathmandu)
A group of people seated around a table in an outdoor setting, possibly a café or restaurant. - Wanderthirst Hostel (Kathmandu)
A cozy hostel interior with wooden benches, a sign for Wanderlust Hostel, and colorful wall art. - Wanderthirst Hostel (Kathmandu)
Wanderthirst Hostel provides amenities like a rooftop terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

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Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A room with a bed on wooden pallets, a window with curtains, and a wall with a colorful abstract painting.

Standard Double Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a ladder, and a mural with floral and abstract designs.

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Thamel, a neighborhood in Kathmandu, Wanderthirst Hostel is near the airport. Notable landmarks in the area include Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath. Natural History Museum and Kathmandu Fun Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Kathmandu travel guide
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Kaldhara Marga Thamel, Kathmandu, Kathmandu, 44600

What's nearby

  • A white gazebo with columns, a staircase, and a building in the background.
    Garden of Dreams
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Intricately carved wooden doors with religious figures.
    Durbar Marg
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A traditional temple complex with tiered roofs and intricate carvings.
    Kathmandu Durbar Square
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • A golden stupa with a striped tower and colorful prayer flags against a clear blue sky.
    Swayambhunath
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Narayanhity Palace Museum
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Tribhuvan Intl. Airport (KTM)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rodeo
    3 min walk
  • Himalayan Arabica Beans
    4 min walk
  • Arena Sports Lounge
    7 min walk
  • Himalayan Burger & Thakali
    6 min walk
  • Black Olives Café & Bar
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Wanderthirst Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Wanderthirst Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Wanderthirst Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Wanderthirst Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 10 per person applies.

Where is Wanderthirst Hostel located?

Located in Thamel, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Temples of the Elements, Ballys Casino, and Garden of Dreams. Kathesimbhu Stupa and Nara Devi Temple are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Wanderthirst Hostel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, joyful, peaceful, beautiful, amazing meals and drinks, and the best and most accommodating staff. 10/10 recommend and will be returning <3
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such lovely, helpful staff! The pricing is very reasonable and the room includes a delicious breakfast in the morning. It also has a lovely roof top where you can spend hours, escaping the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu. I would definitely recommend it - especially for travelers!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019