KGH Thamel
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KGH Thamel
Renovated in 2024
No.5 of Cultural Hotels in Kathmandu
Saat Ghumti Marg 16, Kathmandu, Bagmati 44600, Nepal
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Highlights
Varied breakfast
Ideal location
Lots to doAmenities
Sunbathing Area
Spa
Massage Room
Executive Lounge
Fitness Room
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Bar
All amenities
Property Description
From The Beatles and Lonely Planet’s Tony Wheeler in the 1970s, legendary mountaineers, authors and explorers in the ‘80s & ‘90s to present-day parliamentarians, presidents and world-famous artists, the Kathmandu Guest House (KGH) has been housing travelers since 1968. From the iconic Heritage Building built in 1902 to the modern-designed rooms in the new annexes, the KGH has always been at the top of restoration and upgrading every year. Being in the heart of Thamel, the KGH is known as a landmark, as it was the KGH that started the tourist hub of Thamel.
Within the compounds of KGH, luscious 15,000 sq. ft. of manicured garden with mango, pomelo, multi colored bougainvillea trees & well curated art, you can enjoy solitude, laughter with friends, or the sun with a cold drink or a hot cup of Himalayan coffee.
With the recent opening of the Museum of Nepali Art (MoNA) and the Kathmandu Art House within its premises, the Kathmandu Guest House (KGH) stands as one of the very few hotels in the world to house a world-class museum. MoNA is dedicated to celebrating the works of living Nepali artists, spanning the spectrum from traditional to contemporary visual arts. Meanwhile, the Kathmandu Art House offers a vibrant open studio experience where guests can meet artists in action, engage with their creative process, and purchase original artworks on the spot.
KGH is an immersive experience, tastefully serving authentic Nepali, Chinese, Indian and Continental cuisine with most probably the best Himalayan coffee. One can also enjoy a Nepali tea ceremony experience with flagship store of Nepal Tea Collective. The rooftop lounge on the 7th floor is a perfect sundowner to view the Swayambhunath Stupa in the Himalayan sunset.
With 115 different priced rooms, the size and views may be a bit different, but our hospitality is the same. Being one of the earliest running hotels of Nepal, we take pride in our values and serve all our guests with warmth.
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8.9/10
Very GoodSimply classic hotel where The Beatles stayed during Hippy Era in Nepal. Love it!!
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Surroundings
Airport: Tribhuvan International Airport
(6.4 km)
Landmarks: Museum Of Nepali Art
(<100m)
Landmarks: The Last Resort Office
(130m)
Landmarks: Gorkha International Travels & Treks
(180m)
Landmarks: Adventure White Mountain
(190m)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
13
Junior Suite
2 Single bed or 1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Daily housekeeping
Bath towels
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14
Deluxe Room
1 Double bed or 2 Single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Bath towels
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7
Standard Room
1 Double bed or 2 Single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
Bath towels
Closed captioning for TV
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Guest Reviews
8.9/10
Very Good
61 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness8.8
- Amenities8.5
- Location9.4
- Service9
Average for similar properties in Kathmandu
Guest User
January 6, 2025
I booked 2 standard rooms and it was very disappointing. The room is small, 3.5m x 3.5m wide, corner of bed to toilet is about 1m. Thecroom, bed, mattress are very worn out and old. Looked very different from the beautiful garden and reception area outside.
Another disappointment was, i booked 2 standard room for 3 adults through trip.com,. In my confirmation email, it was stated as room includes 2 breakfast per room. occupancy of the room is Max 2 persons. However, the hotel insisted that I must pay USD15 for the 3rd person because the email they received from trip.com is for 2 standard rooms with 2 adults but this doesn't make sense to me. If the max occupancy is 2 person each room with 2 breakfast then why should there be an extra charge.
It's the worst guesthouse I ever stayed in kathmandu. There are many options in thamel with the amount paid, I definitely will not return to this guesthouse.
Guest User
September 5, 2024
Simply classic hotel where The Beatles stayed during Hippy Era in Nepal. Love it!!
Kabbu
September 16, 2024
The room was average, but i like the environment ♥️
rabi २०२३
March 10, 2023
Rooms were not big, they didn't give you slippers and tooth brush and need to ask for. Staying one night in the centre of the city -yes, but for a longer stay I personally don't think is a good idea
Guest User
January 28, 2023
This is my second time staying in this hotel, I like the garden here very much, and even there is a amazing museum which is worth for visiting, will choose this hotel next time again.
motozhu
December 4, 2024
The room is a bit small, the bath water is too hot, the garden is beautiful, and the breakfast coffee is very hot
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Guest User
October 7, 2024
I stayed in a standard room, not a deluxe room, which cost 325 RMB per night. I walked past the garden of this hotel and was attracted by the beautiful garden, so I booked a room from Ctrip. I didn't expect that the room was very different from the garden. First of all, the area of the standard room was only about 10 square meters, and the quality of the bedding was similar to that of domestic guesthouses, and certainly not as good as the bedding of Home Inn or Hanting.
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Qinuomama
March 24, 2025
It's OK. The garden is very nice. The room is average
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wiiliamsong
October 21, 2024
Very famous hotel, many foreigners, many celebrities stay, but the facilities are a bit old
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Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Sunbathing Area
Spa
Additional charge
Massage Room
Executive Lounge
Fitness Room
Additional charge
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Additional charge
Bar
Library
Tea Room
Restaurant
Café
Taxi booking service
Car Rental
Currency Exchange
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Wake-Up Call
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Spa
Fitness Room
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Restaurant
KGH Dream Garden Restaurant
Style: A la carte
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese, Indian, International, Nepalese, Pizza
Business hours: [Mon - Sun] 07:00-21:00
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Parking
Parking
Transportation
Taxi booking service
Car Rental
Public Transport Tickets Available
Front Desk Services
24-Hour Front Desk
Translation tools available
Lockers Available
Concierge Service
Express Check-In and Check-Out
Front Desk Safe
Porter/Bellhop
Luggage Storage
Additional charge
Wake-Up Call
Currency Exchange
Tour/Ticket Service
Languages Spoken
English
Hindi
Food & Drink
Café
Bar
Room Service
Health & Wellness
Hairdressing and Beauty Center
Fitness Room
Additional charge
Massage Room
Sunbathing Area
Full-Service Spa
Spa
Additional charge
Beauty and Makeup
Body Care
Yoga Session
Activities
Tea Room
Public Areas
Gift Shop
Public Audio System
Executive Lounge
Water Purifier
Elevator
Central Ventilation System
Outdoor Furniture
Garden
Smoking Area
ATM
Library
Cleaning Services
Laundry Service (Off-Site)
Clothes Dryer
Dry Cleaning
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Additional charge
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Facilities for Children
Children's Meals Available
Business Services
Audio Visual Equipment
Coworking Spaces
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Wedding Service
Accessibility
Handrails in Stairways
Stair-Free Property Entrance
Wheelchairs Available On-Site
Safety & Security
CCTV In Public Areas
First-Aid Kit
Fire Alarm
Fire Extinguisher
Security Personnel
Security Alarm
Smoke Detector
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–23:30
Check-out: Before 12:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 17 years old and under | US$10.00 (approx. NZD 16.73) per person |
Adult | Buffet:US$15.00 (approx. NZD 25.10) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1967
- Renovated: 2024
- Number of Rooms: 115
From The Beatles and Lonely Planet’s Tony Wheeler in the 1970s, legendary mountaineers, authors and explorers in the ‘80s & ‘90s to present-day parliamentarians, presidents and world-famous artists, the Kathmandu Guest House (KGH) has been housing travelers since 1968. From the iconic Heritage Building built in 1902 to the modern-designed rooms in the new annexes, the KGH has always been at the top of restoration and upgrading every year. Being in the heart of Thamel, the KGH is known as a landmark, as it was the KGH that started the tourist hub of Thamel.
Within the compounds of KGH, luscious 15,000 sq. ft. of manicured garden with mango, pomelo, multi colored bougainvillea trees & well curated art, you can enjoy solitude, laughter with friends, or the sun with a cold drink or a hot cup of Himalayan coffee.
With the recent opening of the Museum of Nepali Art (MoNA) and the Kathmandu Art House within its premises, the Kathmandu Guest House (KGH) stands as one of the very few hotels in the world to house a world-class museum. MoNA is dedicated to celebrating the works of living Nepali artists, spanning the spectrum from traditional to contemporary visual arts. Meanwhile, the Kathmandu Art House offers a vibrant open studio experience where guests can meet artists in action, engage with their creative process, and purchase original artworks on the spot.
KGH is an immersive experience, tastefully serving authentic Nepali, Chinese, Indian and Continental cuisine with most probably the best Himalayan coffee. One can also enjoy a Nepali tea ceremony experience with flagship store of Nepal Tea Collective. The rooftop lounge on the 7th floor is a perfect sundowner to view the Swayambhunath Stupa in the Himalayan sunset.
With 115 different priced rooms, the size and views may be a bit different, but our hospitality is the same. Being one of the earliest running hotels of Nepal, we take pride in our values and serve all our guests with warmth.