The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel in Kathmandu offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the games room. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Chinese, British, American, Italian, pizza, local, and international cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, American, and vegetarian. Convenient Location: Located 5.6 mi from Tribhuvan International Airport, the hostel is a 19-minute walk from Swayambhu and 0.6 mi from Swayambhunath Temple. Nearby attractions include Kathmandu Durbar Square and Boudhanath Stupa. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the host, property cleanliness, and convenient location.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Asian, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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1 king bed
1 king bed
6 bunk beds
6 bunk beds
6 bunk beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Tomer
Israel Israel
“The rooms are big, modern and very comfortable. Azeet the owner was very helpful and was doing above and beyond to care for my needs.”
Tommasina
United States United States
“This property is clean and well maintained. It is big with plenty of space to enjoy being outside your room if you wanted. But, what really makes this place topknot is the kind hearted owner and his family. They made me feel at home. I am a single...”
Rupesh
India India
“The location was at walking distance from Swayambhu, which is one of the best and must tourist attraction. Also most of the buses are available around the location. Room had a good mountain view and cozy beds. Owner (Ajeet) is very friendly and...”
Elizabeth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“As I was spending time at the Tergar Oselling monastery it was a great location to be near both the temple and swayambhu Buddha park, and it's only 15 mins from Tamel on bike/taxi. The family who run the hostel are delightful, and so willing to...”
Timothy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A great place to stay. The room was large, clean and comfortable. The family that run the hostel are very kind and helpful. It's a quiet location, very peaceful, with a nice view of the city. Recommended.”
Arnolda
Germany Germany
“Our room was big enough and clean with a balcony on the main road from which you can have a nice view of the city. The host and his family are very welcoming and we had the best time in Kathmandu with them. It happened that we were there during...”
Shivani
Italy Italy
“The room was excellent. Clean and spacious with a very comfortable bed and a lovely balcony with amazing view of Kathmandu. The owners are a wonderful family. Would return in a heartbeat!”
Kushal
Nepal Nepal
“The neatness of rooms, bathroom, toilet and the building is beautiful inside too.”
Lanxin
China China
“This hotel was a complete surprise in Kathmandu—absolutely beautiful, very clean, and with delicious breakfast. The owner is incredibly kind and attentive, offering me all kinds of help. The location is not remote at all; close to the mountains,...”
Jahir
Bangladesh Bangladesh
“I liked the behaviour of the owner and his family. Also the environment was super peaceful. If anyone is visiting for Work this place would be a great stay. Also the bus stands are near. And if someone is travelling, they can enjoy the total view...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    American • Chinese • British • Italian • Pizza • Local • International • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
From 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 5 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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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 on request. No extra charges.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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