Happy Donkey hostel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 7.8
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.2

Property highlights

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: 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 ambiance. Convenient Location: Located 3.7 mi from Tribhuvan International Airport, the hostel is close to attractions such as Hanuman Dhoka (17-minute walk), Swayambhu (1.1 mi), and Kathmandu Durbar Square (19-minute walk). Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • BBQ facilities
  • Breakfast

Located in the top-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 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
2 queen 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.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Donkey's Kitchen
  • Cuisine
    Chinese • Indian • Nepalese
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of Happy Donkey hostel

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • BBQ facilities
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
Available 24 hours
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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