101/54 Kaldhara Marg, Thamel-16, Kathmandu, Nepal, 44600 Kathmandu, Nepal
#34 of 431 hotels in Kathmandu
Guests' ChoiceBased on 116 hostel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
7.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 9 June 2025
Opnabil
BangladeshI wished thier will be some extra fan, that was a con for me.
Although this is a share bases room, and i have been here on off season. Thier is only one person i shared the room with. Washroom is clean, water is both hot and cool, wifi is okay, mineral water at basment, all things are good. Thanks to ajay for his Service.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 30 May 2025
Juan
AustraliaThe last week of my stay there was a construction I front and it was a bit Loud but all good !
The hostel it’s very nice !
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 28 May 2025
Z
IndiaCrampy room with little space to move around. The bunk bed was not comfortable and small for me
The staff were cool and the place was clean. Nice common area to chill.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 28 April 2025
Jawad
BangladeshThe cafe closes around 9 I believe which is a bummer
Very convenient location and amazing service, I reached the location at 4:30 in the morning, and the staff escorted me to my room. The rooms were pretty clean and the place was surprisingly calm for a hostel of its size, it was not hectic at all
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 18 April 2025
Sarah
United KingdomThe staff at Alobar are amazing and the rooms were great and clean. Only cons is that the bathroom was pretty smelly/damp (although they often are in Nepal) and the pool is so cold that you can’t swim in it.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 17 April 2025
Karavar
Iranواقعا خیلی فضای خوب و گرم و صمیمی بود پیشنهاد میدم از فضاش لذت ببرین
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 22 March 2025
Chander
Netherlandsbooked it for the pool, no water in the pool. also not a social hostel.
Good location, kind staff, restaurant
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 17 March 2025
Nora
BelgiumBeautiful place, nice staff, helping for everything, confortables beds, different rooftops and place to stay and chill. You can do some yoga on the rooftop. Food is nice (crêpe breakfast was sooo good! 😋). You can fill your bottle of water. Really worth it for the price ! The swimmingpool looks amazing but I haven't been, maybe next time 🤩
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 15 March 2025
Joachim
United KingdomI really enjoyed my stay at Alobar1000. It is a good retreat in Thamel to relax and plan the rest of the trip in Nepal. All the hotel staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 11 March 2025
Adouth
South SudanAlobar1000 Hostel offers more than just a place to stay; it provides a memorable experience enriched by community, comfort, and cultural engagement. Whether you’re a solo traveler or part of a group, this hostel serves as an excellent base for your Kathmandu adventures.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 27 February 2025
Subir
NepalHot shower available Clean rooms You can easily charge your device in your bed
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 15 February 2025
Cindy
FranceSadly the hostel was quite empty as it was low season
Adorable and helpful staff Very nice outdoor spaces ! We also enjoyed playing air hockey and table football Quiet location but right in Thamel We stayed in a dorm room and private room another time, both were great. The private room was particularly amazing for its price ! The whole place is super clean and well maintained
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 14 February 2025
Amber
United StatesI felt very comfortable and welcomed from the moment I arrived at Alobar1000! The staff are very friendly and helpful and even carried my heavy backpack up the stairs to my room for me. The private room at Alobar1000 is very large and clean and I loved the bay window overlooking the pool with a loveseat. The bed is very comfortable and the pillows and comforter are so soft and very high quality, which was unexpected (it reminded me of an expensive hotel room in the States). The bathroom is also very large and clean and I had plenty of hot water for showers as well as nice towels and soaps provided to use. I'll definitely return to Alobar1000 and really enjoyed my time there. I highly recommend staying here as you're going to love it!!!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 11 February 2025
Luqman
IndiaWell maintained, clean & aesthetic. They have more washrooms who need more privacy.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 4 February 2025
Nobel
New ZealandIt takes about 8 mnts for hot water to start flowing. Once it starts, it's all good but I felt like I was wasting water 😅
Very relaxed atmosphere. I went there during off peak season so the restaurant/bar was empty but it seemed like a fun spot to hang!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 17 January 2025
Roger
SwitzerlandCouldn't use the pool ;-)
Nice and helpful staff.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2025
Ulrich
GermanyI had a great time here because it was quiet, the food was good and the staff was very friendly. I also liked the fact that it's not too big so you easily get in contact with other travellers.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 22 December 2024
Roger
SwitzerlandVery expensive aitport-shuttle!
Nice people, very helpfully. Could leave my baggage there while on the Anapurna Circuit.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 3 December 2024
Yvonne
GermanyWe came to Alobar Hostel twice during our stay in Nepal and really enjoyed it. The private rooms (which we stayed in twice) are very spacious, well equipped, clean and had everything we needed. The staff was super helpful and friendly, supported us with taxi bookings and were happy to answer all the questions we had. The location of Alobar is perfect, in the middle of Thamel with a lot of restaurants, cafes, shops and things to see around the corner. I can wholeheartedly recommend it as a great place to stay in Kathmandu.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 19 November 2024
Lena
SwedenGood facilities and perfect location!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 18 November 2024
Hod
IsraelThe beds were a bit narrow, the showers take a long time to heat up.
Clean rooms, staff was always pleasant, solid restaurant. A decently social hostel, but definetly not the most social one I've been to.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 3 November 2024
Minhaj
BangladeshNot really a big deal but there is no light in the bed to read.
Excellent accommodation for the value of money. The staff are very well behaved, nice cozy restaurant, the Milk chai was the best Chai in Nepal for me.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 23 October 2024
Naresh
IndiaNothing
The hostel has a chill vibe. There are multiple hangout areas, and a cafe with good coffee. The reception and the cleaning staff is quite friendly. I have been staying here for a couple of weeks and most days have been quite pleasant. Occasionally, there are some guests leaving early in the morning which is a but inconvenient, but overall a great place to stay in Kathmandu.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 20 October 2024
Charlotte
New ZealandThe beds didn’t have curtains
Incredible location, clean and tidy
Stayed in October 2024
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