Kathmandu CityHill Studio Apartment
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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Kathmandu
9 stays · 8 aparthotels and 1 serviced apartments
Aparthotels and serviced apartments in Kathmandu suit trekkers, families and visitors on longer stays, because a kitchen and separate living space help when you are preparing for a mountain trip or recovering from one. Wikipedia describes Kathmandu as the capital and largest city of Nepal, in the Kathmandu Valley at an elevation of 1,324 metres, and the gateway to the Nepal Himalayas. For an introduction to the format, see what is an aparthotel.
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Where to stay in Kathmandu
Thamel
- trekkers
- first-time visitors
- nightlife
Wikipedia says Thamel has been the centre of Kathmandu's tourist industry for over four decades and describes narrow alleys crowded with shops, travel agencies, small grocery stores, restaurants, pubs and trekking-gear shops. It calls Thamel a pre-base camp for mountaineers. Wikipedia says Durbar Square is about 1.4 kilometres to the south. It is busy, with cars, rickshaws and taxis sharing narrow streets, but it is the most convenient base for arranging treks and tours.
Stays in or near Thamel
- Kathmandu CityHill Studio Apartment · in the area
- Feel Like Home Nepal · about 700 m away
- Daali Hotel & Apartment · about 400 m away
- Yeti Inn · about 500 m away
Durbar Square and Basantapur
- culture
- history
- walking
Wikipedia lists Durbar Square among Kathmandu's World Heritage Sites, and Wikivoyage describes it as the centre of Hindu culture and of many of Nepal's festivals. The official city site features Kathmandu Durbar Kshetra among its heritage images. Staying nearby puts the old city on your doorstep, though Wikivoyage warns that walking around town is not always pleasant given crowds, narrow lanes and traffic.
Stays in or near Durbar Square and Basantapur
- Daali Hotel & Apartment · about 1.1 km away
Boudha
- quiet stays
- monasteries
- long stays
Wikivoyage says Boudha and Swayambhu are famous for Buddhist monasteries, and that most sights around the Boudhanath stupa can be reached on foot. It describes alleys packed with small shops and cafes around the stupa, and says shops selling religious items are concentrated around Boudha. Wikipedia lists Bouddha among the World Heritage Sites. It suits longer stays with a village-like routine.
Stays in or near Boudha
- Dzambala Apartment · in the area
Swayambhu
- hilltop views
- temples
- quiet stays
Wikipedia lists the Swayambhu Mahachaitya among the World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu, and the official city site features Swayambhunath Stupa in its heritage images. Wikivoyage groups it with Boudha as a centre of Buddhist monasteries. It suits visitors who want a hilltop temple setting away from the tourist district.
Stays in or near Swayambhu
- Retreat Serviced Apartments · about 700 m away
Getting around Kathmandu
Wikivoyage says Tribhuvan International Airport is on Ring Road, 5.5 km east of Thamel, and that getting to the city is possible by local bus, regular taxi, prepaid taxi or a pre-arranged hotel transfer. Wikipedia says it is the country's main international airport and connects Nepal to over 40 destinations in 17 countries, and mentions heavy traffic congestion and winter fog. Check flight status before you travel, and arrange your first night's accommodation in advance if you can.
Sajha Yatayat, a cooperative bus company, describes itself as providing public transport in Kathmandu, and Wikipedia says it runs regular bus services throughout Kathmandu and the surrounding valley, including to the airport. Wikivoyage adds that there is no train in Kathmandu, that tempos and microbuses run on predefined numbered routes, and that taxis can be hailed or booked by app, with the fare negotiated before you set off. It also notes that directions are usually given relative to a chowk or landmark rather than a street number.
Living in Kathmandu for longer
For a longer stay, Wikivoyage says Bhat-Bhateni supermarkets and department stores have many stores in Kathmandu, that shopping malls are mostly in the central area, and that Thamel is home to bookshops. Wikipedia lists small grocery stores among the businesses in Thamel. Wikivoyage says traditional shops selling clothes and bags are located between New Road and Chhetrapati.
Wikivoyage recommends picking up the free Kathmandu Valley map at the airport and says most sites near the Boudha stupa can be reached on foot. For trips outside the city centre, buses, taxis and ride-hailing apps all work, and the Sajha Yatayat network covers the wider valley according to Wikipedia. Wikivoyage also lists motorbike taxis, which pick up and drop door to door.
When to visit Kathmandu
Wikipedia describes Kathmandu's climate as humid subtropical at lower elevations and subtropical highland at higher ones, with warm days and cool nights. It says rainfall is mostly monsoon-based, with about 65% falling between June and September, and an average annual rainfall of around 1,400 mm. The average winter temperature is 10.1 °C and temperatures can fall to 0 °C or below in winter.
Wikivoyage says Dashain, the most important religious festival, takes place over fifteen days between September and October each year, and that many businesses close for it and many residents return to their villages. It lists Tihar around the end of October or start of November, Holi in March and Indra Jatra in September. Plan your dates with these closures in mind.
The official Kathmandu Metropolitan City site says Lalitpur Metropolitan City lies to the south and Bhaktapur Municipality to the east, and Wikivoyage says Kathmandu now forms one continuous urban area with Patan. The valley is dense, so where you stay shapes how much time you spend on the road. See the Nepal hub for more, and serviced apartments for relocation if you are staying for work.
Long-stay tips for Kathmandu
Of the 9 properties here, 1 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 5 include some form of housekeeping and 6 have a 24-hour front desk. For longer stays, the facts box on each property page shows exactly what the apartments include.
8 properties list a full kitchen and 1 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.
Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 34 m².
Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
Other cities in Nepal
Travelling further? See aparthotels in Lalitpur, Pokhara, Pharping, Dhapakhel and Baudhatinchule.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best area to stay in Kathmandu?
Thamel is the main tourist district and suits trekkers and first-time visitors, Durbar Square puts you in the old city, and Boudha and Swayambhu are quieter and centred on Buddhist monasteries.
How far is the airport from Thamel?
Wikivoyage says Tribhuvan International Airport is 5.5 km east of Thamel, on Ring Road. Taxis, local buses and hotel transfers all run from the airport.
Is there a train in Kathmandu?
Wikivoyage says there are no trains in Kathmandu. Public transport is by bus, microbus and tempo, and Sajha Yatayat provides regular bus services around the city and valley.
When is the monsoon in Kathmandu?
Wikipedia says about 65% of the annual rainfall is concentrated in the monsoon months of June to September.
Does Kathmandu close for festivals?
Wikivoyage says many businesses close during major festivals such as Dashain, which takes place between September and October, so plan your dates around it.
How many aparthotels are there in Kathmandu?
We currently list 9 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Kathmandu.
Do aparthotels in Kathmandu have kitchens?
9 of the 9 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.
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