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Hotel Shambala

Property class: 4

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A man in a swimming pool overlooking a cityscape with mountains in the background.
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a sofa, a wooden chair, a lamp, and a potted plant.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a high wooden ceiling with hanging lights, and a view of greenery outside.
An outdoor bar area with seating and a counter.
A modern outdoor seating area with a view of mountains, furnished with green sofas and tables, and a bar area with a bartender.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bansbari Road, Near Narayan Gopal Chowk, Maharjung, Bansbari, Kathmandu
  • Place, China Cultural Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, HAMS Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Boudhanath
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kathmandu (KTM-Tribhuvan Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Executive Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a large window with curtains, and a bathtub.

Executive Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 230 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and table, a bathtub, and a television on the wall.

Traditional Suite

  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kathmandu

Hotel Shambala places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Boudhanath and Pashupatinath Temple. This 65-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • China Cultural Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • HAMS Hospital - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Boudhanath - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Pashupatinath Temple - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Kathmandu Durbar Square - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tribhuvan Intl. Airport (KTM) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Khaarlyoom Mo:Mo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beans For Life - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Nina - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mantra Thakali - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Walnut Bistro - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hotel Shambala

Guests staying at Hotel Shambala enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 20 per person one-way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and a business center.
43-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other amenities include safes, phones, and desks. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Ayatana Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include Swedish massages, Thai massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 10 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • CLOUD NINE CAFE & LOUNGE
  • ERMA RESTAURANT

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses some solar energy; some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Shambala

Hotel Shambala kathmandu

Shambala Hotel

Shambala kathmandu

Hotel Shambala Hotel

Hotel Shambala Kathmandu

Hotel Shambala Hotel Kathmandu

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Hotel Shambala?

This hotel is located in Kathmandu, just steps from China Cultural Center. You'll also find Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Shambala?

As of Sep 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Shambala on Oct 14, 2026 start from $65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Shambala?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station and bicycle parking are also available.

Is there a spa available at Hotel Shambala?

Ayatana Spa is the hotel's spa and services include Swedish massages, Thai massages, couples treatments, and body wraps.

Does Hotel Shambala include a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Shambala doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Shambala?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Shambala a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant and an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms feature a private indoor hot tub.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Shambala?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Hotel Shambala feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Shambala serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at ERMA RESTAURANT.

Does Hotel Shambala allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Shambala.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Shambala?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Hotel Shambala?

The closest major airport to Hotel Shambala is Tribhuvan Intl. Airport (KTM), which is 3.9 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Shambala?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Shambala.

Hotel Shambala Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 176 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are the best Food and drinks are awesome I highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kin Keung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
room cleanliness acceptable staff very very courteous
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SHANAWAZ

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Simón

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

We stayed at the Shambala for 5 days. The staff was very helpful and assisted us whenever we needed help. Rooms were cleaned daily! We ate many meals here( breakfast daily) and felt food was safe for an American stomach. Very respectful staff, always bowed with a Namaste every time we encountered them! Yes we recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Very good food.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, friendly and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were super polite and always helpful...5 star staff...all. facilities 5 star also.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SAMIR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hospitality,Good food. Will visit again. Thank you for a good time shambala.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is superb
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dietrich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff make the difference in this hotel. They are kind, thoughtful, responsive to needs, reliable. Shout out to Sujan Bejay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Naveen

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Limited Food Options, Costly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous rooftop terrace/infinity pool to relax after sightseeing/hiking. Staff were all very friendly and helpful - when I needed to leave at 6am for an early flight, they not only booked me a taxi using an app with local discount applied, but also opened the entire hot and cold breakfast buffet an hour early, just for me. Amazing service
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

The staff was friendly, helpful. My wife and I caught a cold and the hotel staff called a doctor, and when the prescription order was received, went and bought the medicines and brought them to our room, and continuously checked up on us. The hotel restaurant had a good selection on its menu of local and western foods, all tasty. The buffet breakfast was superb
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Durga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RYOSUKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for every time!! See you in August.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exc staff. Gracious and helpful. Hote
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for almost two weeks. I have an allergy to Gluten and the chefs went out of their way to make me special food for the entire trip. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel like this was our second home. We will be going back and staying at Hotel Shambala! Thank you so much to everyone. We have travelled all over the world, and have never felt so welcome and taken care of. The staff was fabulous. Our room was always cleaned, and when we needed anything, it was there. Thank you for the amazing experience!
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jitka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid property. Good value for money. I didn’t have a chance to try out the spa. Breakfast was very respectable with a nice omelet station and plenty of fruit and options. Rooftop bar had a nice pianist one night and the view of the mountains is gorgeous. You need a sweater up there and the water is freezing so you won’t be lingering. Location: about 35 min from airport and reasonable to go seeing local attractions like Boudanath and others. Overall pleased with it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had the pleasure of staying one night at Hotel Shambula. After a very long and stressful journey to Nepal we arrived at noon and checked in. But unfortunately, our airline misplaced our baggage so we had a long day of waiting ahead of us. The hotel staff were so incredibly helpful and supportive from the beginning, checking with the airport for us on the status of where are bags were and what not. The hotel operations manager himself even escorted/drove us back to the airport to collect our bags when they finally arrived in Nepal late in the evening! The hotel itself was lovely, clean and had beautiful decor. The overall vibe really helped calm us in our hours of feeling very unsettled, given our situation that we were in all day. The roof bar and pool had absolutely amazing views and had a great selection of drinks and some nice things to eat and the restaurant downstairs had a good selection of local and international dishes to cater to all tastes with a lovely outside terrace, full of beautiful flowers to sit in and have drinks after dinner. We have a few more days back in Katmandu in a week or so, and hope to stay again! We really can’t thank you enough for your smiles and kindness. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles top! Zimmer, Personal, das Essen, die Aussicht! 100% weiterempfehlenswert.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Takashi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても良いサービスでみんなフレンドリーでした。朝食も美味しかったです。また利用したいし、友達にも紹介したいと思います。
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RYOSUKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
スタッフも親切丁寧でネパールで一番快適なホテルだと思います。
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Atsushi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

カトマンズのホテルと言えば、

とても居心地の良いホテルでした。また行きます！
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023