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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Happy Donkey hostel in Kathmandu offers a welcoming environment with free on-site private parking, a lounge, and a 24-hour front desk. The property is pet-friendly and includes shared and private bathrooms. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy a family-friendly restaurant serving Chinese, Indian, and Nepalese cuisines, alongside vegetarian options. The restaurant offers brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails in a relaxed ambience. Convenient Location: Located 6 km from Tribhuvan International Airport, the hostel is close to attractions such as Hanuman Dhoka (17-minute walk), Swayambhu (1.8 km), and Kathmandu Durbar Square (19-minute walk). Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kathmandu, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

Breakfast info

Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
2 large double beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Marta
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great spot to relax with a drink with a good crowd. Room was clean, comfortable, affordable and in a great location.
  • Giovanna
    Italy Italy
    Cozy and nice environment with amazing staff members. I highly recommend.
  • Joshua
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Happy Donkey Hostel in Thamel is a gem! The atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, creating a positive vibe for travelers. The staff is not only friendly but goes the extra mile to ensure a pleasant stay. With its prime location in Thamel, this...
  • Jeremy
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The best thing about the Happy Donkey is the staff and the atmosphere. It's such a relaxed place and the staff were really helpful, friendly and chill. The private rooms are very nice as well, very good value for money.
  • Keith
    Austria Austria
    The atmosphere, the staff the location and the food. The chilled mood in the place was complimented by the cool buzz of backpackers/friends playing, jamming and talking. Would really recommend for a true hostel vibe. Food is really good value and...
  • Nata
    Russia Russia
    Everything here was perfect: location, cleanliness, interior, high-speed wifi, friendly and fun atmosphere
  • Schiemann
    Germany Germany
    A great hostel providing everything you need. Was a very nice stay and we felt comfortable around the people and in our dorm.
  • Timo
    South Africa South Africa
    The owners are so friendly, the hostel feels like one big family. We felt so comfortable and happy there. the breakfasts are AMAZING, freshly made and so delicious! If you are looking for a relaxed hostel that know how to run a place perfectly,...
  • Iveta
    New Zealand New Zealand
    One of the best hostels we stayed in in Kathmandu. Room was clean, nice social area and staff are very kind and polite, willing to help :)
  • Nikita
    India India
    The ambiance is very good, people are too friendly & helpful. Perfect location. Highly recommended.

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Donkey's Kitchen
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Indian • Nepalese
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
Available 24 hours
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.