Kathmandu, NP

Hotel Yambu kathmandu

Thamel

3 stars · Guest score 9/10

About this hotel

Central Location in Kathmandu Hotel Yambu, situated in Kathmandu, offers a convenient stay near major attractions like Thamel Chowk and Garden of Dreams. The hotel's proximity to key landmarks makes it an ideal choice for travelers looking to explore the city easily. Comfortable Rooms with Essential Amenities Each room at Hotel Yambu is equipped with modern conveniences such as an electric kettle and a private bathroom with a shower. The inclusion of a desk and a fan ensures a comfortable and productive stay for guests. Diverse Dining Options and Exceptional Services Guests can indulge in a culinary journey at Hotel Yambu's restaurant, offering a variety of cuisines to suit every palate. Additionally, the 24-hour front desk, tour desk, and room service cater to the diverse needs of travelers, ensuring a memorable and hassle-free experience. Book your stay at Hotel Yambu for a delightful and convenient Kathmandu getaway.

Highlights

Central Location

Situated near Thamel Chowk and Garden of Dreams, Hotel Yambu offers easy access to Kathmandu's major attractions.

Exceptional Service

Enjoy a comfortable stay with 24-hour front desk support, tour assistance, and modern amenities in every room.

Dining & Amenities

Savor diverse cuisines at the restaurant and benefit from essential amenities like room service, an electric kettle, and a private bathroom.

Facilities

  • Parking
  • Free Parking
  • Private parking
  • Street parking
All 84 facilities
  • WiFi available
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Family rooms
  • Garden
  • Hiking
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Fishing
  • Cycling
  • Airport shuttle
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bar
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Ironing service
  • Car hire
  • Canoeing
  • Dry cleaning
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Currency exchange
  • Sun terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Minimarket on site
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Lockers
  • Public transport tickets
  • Public Bath
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Shuttle service
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Cashless payment available
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Invoice provided
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Smoke alarms
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Key access
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Face masks for guests available
  • 24-hour security
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Walking tours
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Bike tours
  • Tour/class on local culture

Check-in & checkout

Check-in
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Check-out
12:00 PM

Rooms & rates

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Guest sentiment

  • Cleanliness8.7

    Multiple guests describe rooms as clean and spacious, but some mention older facilities and a poorly draining bathroom which reduces the cleanliness perception slightly.

  • Service10.0

    Repeatedly praised: very friendly, helpful owners and staff; assisted with bus bookings, taxis, printing documents, held luggage, offered welcome drinks and early breakfast — standout hospitality.

  • Location9.7

    Described as very central (Thamel/heart of town) and convenient by several reviewers; excellent location for sightseeing and local amenities.

  • Room Quality8.3

    Beds described as comfy with spare pillows and some renovated rooms noted, but multiple comments cite older/aging equipment and at least one report of bathroom issues.

  • Amenities9.0

    Good on-site amenities mentioned: rooftop with views, solid breakfast options, luggage storage, help with transport and printing; welcomed extras like welcome drinks.

  • Value for Money9.5

    Several reviewers explicitly call this great value for price paid, praising the combination of service, location and included breakfast.

  • Food and Beverage9.3

    Breakfast frequently praised (fresh fruit, recommended omelette); guests appreciated early breakfast when needed and complimentary drinks on arrival.

  • Overall Experience7.5

    Guests overwhelmingly praise the hospitality, staff and location, but cumulative negatives (aging property, bathroom drainage issues, occasional concerns about view) temper the final overall score.

Guest reviews

Md Rifat Arman · 9/10
Mridha · 10/10

Hotel in a good location, there is an ATM nearby, a pharmacy, and all necessary shops. The staff is very friendly, they take into account all wishes, always suggest how and where to spend time, besides the transfer from the hotel, they also drove to a local location. Breakfasts are simple but tasty and filling, with active walking, it easily lasts until lunch:) The room is nice, wooden furniture, with a local touch. It was nice to relax there after an active day. I had a great time!

Hotel in a good location, there is an ATM nearby, a pharmacy, and all necessary shops. The staff is very friendly, they take into account all wishes, always suggest how and where to spend time, besides the transfer from the hotel, they also drove to a local location. Breakfasts are simple but tasty and filling, with active walking, it easily lasts until lunch:) The room is nice, wooden furniture, with a local touch. It was nice to relax there after an active day. I had a great time!

Andrei · 10/10

The accommodation was very nice, they took care of everything we needed, there was a free transfer from the airport to the hotel, very helpful for a smooth landing! The breakfast is simple and tasty. The hotel's location is on an inner street within Thamel so there is no noise from the tourists around. Highly recommend for those looking for a place in Kathmandu to organize.

The accommodation was very nice, they took care of everything we needed, there was a free transfer from the airport to the hotel, very helpful for a smooth landing! The breakfast is simple and tasty. The hotel's location is on an inner street within Thamel so there is no noise from the tourists around. Highly recommend for those looking for a place in Kathmandu to organize.

None

sg · 10/10

Good customer service

Good customer service

Nothing

Shamini · 10/10
Shamini · 10/10

The hot water was very good

The hot water was very good

Yoichi · 10/10

This is a hotel popular with foreign guests and the hotel has some expertise with this clientele. It's a budget hotel but one of the better ones in the area. It's in a relatively peaceful location and the rooms are standard size and comfortable. Most importantly the staff, which seems to compromise mostly of young Nepali guys are extremely pleasant and have been trained well with high professional standards and behavior. This is a matter of management policy but the staff have no discretion whatsoever to offer even a small discount even if the guest has a valid reason to request one. I am the CEO of a travel company which regularly brings more than 300 guests a year to Nepal. However for this service discrepancy I can't recommend this hotel and we won't be using it. By the way (I know this is very common in Nepal) in addition to the staff's inability to offer even a tiny discount (about 3 USD) you will be charged an extra 4% on your bill if you pay by card. Just add this to the price of the room and food.

This is a hotel popular with foreign guests and the hotel has some expertise with this clientele. It's a budget hotel but one of the better ones in the area. It's in a relatively peaceful location and the rooms are standard size and comfortable. Most importantly the staff, which seems to compromise mostly of young Nepali guys are extremely pleasant and have been trained well with high professional standards and behavior. This is a matter of management policy but the staff have no discretion whatsoever to offer even a small discount even if the guest has a valid reason to request one. I am the CEO of a travel company which regularly brings more than 300 guests a year to Nepal. However for this service discrepancy I can't recommend this hotel and we won't be using it. By the way (I know this is very common in Nepal) in addition to the staff's inability to offer even a tiny discount (about 3 USD) you will be charged an extra 4% on your bill if you pay by card. Just add this to the price of the room and food.

Management should trust their staff.. even a little.

Nick · 8/10