Dondrub Guest House

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.5

About this property

Dondrub Guest House is located in the Boudhha district in Kathmandu, 800 metres from Boudhanath Stupa, one of Kathmandu’s most sacred Buddhist sites.Private parking is available on site. Dondrub Guest House features free WiFi throughout the property. Pashupatinath Temple is 2 km from Dondrub Guest House, while Kathmandu Durbar Square is 6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tribhuvan Airport, 3 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Private parking
  • Family rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Breakfast
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Options with:

  • Garden view

  • Landmark view

  • Inner courtyard view

  • Quiet street view

  • Private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Standard Twin Room
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Breakfast included in the price
  • 2 single beds
US$80 for 3 nights
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Standard Single Room
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  • 1 single bed
US$53 for 3 nights
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Standard Twin Room
Recommended for 2 adults
  • 2 single beds
Free cot available on request
Garden view
Landmark view
Inner courtyard view
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Fold-up bed
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Max persons: 2
US$27 per night
Price US$80
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast included
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Standard Single Room
  • 1 single bed
Free cot available on request
Garden view
Landmark view
Inner courtyard view
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$18 per night
Price US$53
Excluded: 13 % VAT
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nykola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “breakfast is always delicious and my room was comfortable with great shower access to the temple and puja with the anis is always a pleasure and the gardens looked even more beautiful than my last stay”
  • John
    Indonesia Indonesia
    “The fact that overall management was in the hands of a senior nun meant the place was well run and spotlessly clean.”
  • Rachel
    Malaysia Malaysia
    “Pleasant stay, with good breakfast, spacious room and helpful staff.will come again if there is chance.”
  • John
    Indonesia Indonesia
    “Cleanliness was good. Hot water also readily available (though had to let the tap run for a long time)”
  • Wah
    Singapore Singapore
    “The room and toilet were clean and odorless, the mattress was firm enough, and the pillowcases and sheets were so white that I couldn't bear to dirty them! Breakfast was provided and nutritionally balanced. The hotel itself was clean and tidy,...”
  • Allen
    Malaysia Malaysia
    “Excellent value for money. Helpful staff. Strong hot water shower. IF this Guesthouse weren’t owned by the Nunnery next door and staying here helps fund them, I would gate-keep this info to ensure easy room availability in the future!”
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Friendly staff, good breakfast, relatively quiet for Boudha. The rooms are simple but comfortable, with great beds and warm duvets. Shower always had hot water.”
  • Guerrisi
    Australia Australia
    “Excellent location, lovely staff and general very good vibe.”
  • So
    Ireland Ireland
    “Suitable for solo or group of friends seeking rest, quiet time, and spiritual retreat. Only 5 min walk to Bouddha stupa and all the teaching monasteries..... Great location”
  • David
    France France
    “Amazing place, so close from Bouddha Stupa, in a very safe sector. Very nice staff. The receptionist is so nice, helpful and efficient. Very clean place.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.5Based on 117 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We combine the work of running Dondrub Guest House, showing the best hospitality and caring for our guest, while the nuns apply themselves to the daily joyful practices in hearing, contemplating, and meditating upon the dharma in precise accordance with the teachings of Khenpo Rinpoche.

Property information

Dondrub Guest House belongs to Tek Chok Ling Nunnery where Buddhist nuns study, practice and work under the guidance of one of the most respected Tibetan Dharma teachers, Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche. The nunnery was established in 2006, and added its modern Guest House in 2011. It is a unique place, it is the only Guest House run by nuns, in the area. We are only 5 min walk to Boudha Stupa, one of Kathmandu’s most sacred Buddhist sites. The nunnery and guess house run a pioneer waste recycling program.

Neighbourhood information

Situated near the Boudha Stupa, one of Kathmandu’s most sacred Buddhist sites, it is easy to explore Kathmandu and its surrounding areas yet is a haven from the bustle and noise of city life.There is a wealth of small shops close by the Guest House selling not only traditional handicrafts but also offering a wide range of services such as tailors, laundry & dry-cleaning, hairdressers, Spa and massage, internet services and money changer

Languages spoken

Danish,German,English,Polish,Chinese

Property surroundings

House rules

Dondrub Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 11:30 to 12:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
US$5 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
US$5 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the luggage storage space at the property is available at no charge for up to 30 days.