You can find a perfect overview of the exact location of our hostel on the map on the left side. The area where we live is called Majubahal, Chabahil. Check out Our Accommodation for more detailed information.
If needed, our staff will pick you up from the airport and bring you safely to our home – so there is no need for you to bargain with taxi drivers for a fair price. We are also happy to show you around our neighbourhood and assist you with your travel plans during your entire stay in Nepal. Check out our Tips and Tricks for more helpful information.
The Neighbourhood and Surroundings of Our Home
Although not located in Thamel, you can still easily explore the Kathmandu Valley from our homestay. It takes around 10 minutes on foot to reach Chabahil Chowk, a major junction with buses to many destinations within the Valley.
Our home is less than five minutes’ walk from the main street. Following the road eastward for about ten minutes, you will reach Boudhanath Stupa, while heading west leads you to Chabahil Chowk. The Hyatt Regency Hotel is right in front of you once you arrive at the main road.
Directly at the main street, you’ll find the large Bhat Bhateni Supermarket, where you can buy everything you need. It’s only about a 7-minute walk from there back home. ATMs are available inside the supermarket if you need cash.
You can easily walk to Boudhanath Stupa – the heart of Tibetan Buddhism – within less than 15 minutes. Just follow the main street; you can’t miss the biggest stupa in Nepal. Around Boudha, you’ll find many cosy cafés and rooftop restaurants. Enjoy your tea or meal while taking in the stunning mix of mountains, prayer flags and traditions – it’s an unforgettable experience.
Walking around 15 minutes southwest from our home takes you to the sacred area of Pashupatinath Temple, Nepal’s most important Hindu pilgrimage site. Close to Pashupatinath is also the Tribhuvan International Airport – meaning you’ll never have to worry about missing your flight because of Kathmandu’s traffic. You can even see the airport from our rooftop!
A Location Amidst Nepalese Daily Life
We have deliberately chosen not to establish our accommodation in Thamel, as this area no longer represents the real Nepalese culture or everyday life.
Thamel has turned into a crowded tourist hub filled with pushy shopkeepers, loud groups, and Western restaurants. You can even find places serving beef steaks – in a country where cows are sacred. This kind of tourism has sadly little to do with the authentic spirit of Nepal. And usually those travelers who are staying in Thamel do not really bother for the real Nepal. For them having a good time is their major focus.
If you want to experience the real Nepal, our homestay is the perfect choice. We are located away from the tourist areas – right in the middle of Nepalese daily life. Our neighbours are warm and curious, and you’ll be quickly recognised as part of the community.
Local shops, children playing in the alleys, vegetable sellers calling through the streets, friendly families greeting you with a smile – this is the Kathmandu we love. Tradition, friendliness and authenticity lie right outside our door. It’s all there waiting for you to explore. Do you dare?
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