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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.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Marta
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
“Cozy and nice environment with amazing staff members. I highly recommend.” - Joshua
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
“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
“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
“Everything here was perfect: location, cleanliness, interior, high-speed wifi, friendly and fun atmosphere” - Schiemann
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
“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
“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
“The ambiance is very good, people are too friendly & helpful. Perfect location. Highly recommended.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Donkey's Kitchen
- CuisineChinese • Indian • Nepalese
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.