Accommodation in Kathmandu
It is our policy to use Nepali-owned accommodation, always, as we feel this is an aspect of fair trade, and the hotels we use in Kathmandu are comfortable, clean, efficient and friendly. Most hotels are also family-run; we visit, and stay in the hotels ourselves, to ensure that facilities are well kept and updated where necessary. All rooms have air conditioning, and en suite bathrooms with flush toilet, hand basin, and bath/shower combo (one or two rooms shower only). The rooms are relatively spacious and most have twin beds, dressing table, wardrobe with coat hangers, luggage rack, occasional table and easy chairs - some double rooms are available also. All hotels have their own restaurants - indoor, garden and/or rooftop. - with well-stocked bars, safe storage for luggage and valuables, and money-changing facilities. Nowadays the majority of larger hotels have wi-fi/internet facilities and international telephone call services, although you should bear in mind that Nepalese hotel facilities are somewhat simpler than their European counterparts. For tired trekkers there are genuine therapeutic massage facilities available to relieve aching limbs – just ask at the Reception desk!
All the hotels we use are in or near to the main tourist centre of Kathmandu, about half an hour's drive from Tribhuvan International Airport. Nowadays the majority of larger hotels have wi-fi/internet facilities and international telephone call services, although you should bear in mind that Nepalese hotel facilities are somewhat simpler than their European counterparts.
