The 10 Best Hotels Near Swayambhunath, Kathmandu from CA $20

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A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a decorative ceiling, and a view into a room with shelves.

A modern bar area with patterned seating and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

A swimming pool with a wooden fence and palm trees, and the word "ZING" on the fence.

A modern building with a prominent entrance, a circular decorative structure, and a brick facade.

1. Hyatt Centric Soalteemode Kathmandu

Kalimati, 1.8 km from Swayambhunath

Deepak

CA $121

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A courtyard with a tree, a brick wall, and a wooden gate.

A person using a laptop at a wooden table with a clear glass and a framed painting on the wall.

A double bed with white linens and red and black pillows, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with two water bottles.

A wooden table with four plates of breakfast food, a glass of red juice, and potted plants.

2. Nepali Heritage Hotel

Thamel, 1.7 km from Swayambhunath

Nicole

CA $38

CA $48 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A person in a swimming pool with a cityscape and mountains in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a sign reading "DIVINE KATHMANDU HOTEL".

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a balcony with a city view, and a wooden floor.

A modern lobby with a brick wall, wooden beams, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

3. Divine Kathmandu Hotel

Thamel, 1.8 km from Swayambhunath

Thupten

CA $45

CA $56 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A cozy indoor space with a staircase, potted plants, and shelves with various items.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A cozy indoor courtyard with a brick wall, a staircase, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

4. Gurung's Home

1.7 km from Swayambhunath

Anonymous traveller

CA $6

CA $20 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A hotel entrance with a checkered floor, outdoor seating area with chairs, and large windows with interior lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a green sofa, a small table, and a potted plant.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a computer, and a red telephone. There are framed pictures on the wall and a plant in the corner.

5. Nova Tara Hotel Kathmandu

Thamel, 1.9 km from Swayambhunath

William

CA $55

CA $69 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, nightstand, and a small wooden bench.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two wicker chairs, a stone-tiled floor, and a brick wall.

A cooking class with participants preparing food.

A hallway with a central decorative bowl on a pedestal, flanked by potted plants and red brick walls.

6. The Exotic House

Thamel, 1.6 km from Swayambhunath

Paula

CA $79

CA $90 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A traditional building with ornate black doors, a red brick facade, and potted plants in front.

A traditional room with a wooden sofa set, a small table with a basket and vase, and a window with patterned shutters.

A spacious lobby with wooden furniture, a staircase, and a brick wall.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a bed with red bedding, a sofa set, and a small table.

7. Nivas Boutique Home

1.5 km from Swayambhunath

Azim

CA $64

CA $82 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a central archway, and potted plants.

A traditional four-poster bed, a daybed, and a small table with a lamp in a room with exposed wooden beams and a tiled floor.

A lobby with a wooden reception desk, a sofa, and a large mural depicting a mountainous landscape.

A restaurant with exposed wooden beams, brick walls, and tiled flooring. There are tables and chairs arranged for dining.

8. Hotel Ganesh Himal

Thamel, 1.6 km from Swayambhunath

Shara

CA $31

CA $39 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, string lights, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, wooden flooring, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A modern staircase with dark stone steps and wooden railings, leading to a balcony with potted plants and a view of buildings.

A bird sanctuary with a pond, rocks, and a wooden fence.

9. Kathmandu Suite Home

Thamel, 1.6 km from Swayambhunath

YUZO

CA $50

CA $57 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A well-lit garden with a variety of tropical plants and a brick building with a balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a decorative wall, and a wooden ceiling.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a city view.

A lush indoor garden with various tropical plants and a wooden fence.

10. Hotel Thrive, A Tropical Courtyard

Thamel, 1.7 km from Swayambhunath

robinson

CA $109

CA $135 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of the cityscape.

A spacious living area with a sofa set, a dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

A rooftop terrace with seating, a table, and a view of the cityscape at sunset.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden door with an ornate handle, and a decorative wall piece.

11. Himalayan Ghar

Thamel, 1.6 km from Swayambhunath

Kira

CA $39

CA $45 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A person seated at a table with a cup and saucer, overlooking a cityscape with mountains in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a tray of breakfast items, and a patterned rug.

A hotel reception desk with a clock, a sign indicating no smoking, and a reception area with wooden paneling.

A restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and a kitchen in the background.

12. Hotel Simal

Thamel, 1.9 km from Swayambhunath

Maureen

CA $67

CA $83 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A multi-story building with balconies, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A rooftop terrace with potted plants and flowers, a brick building, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a table with a bottle and glass, and a painting on the wall.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass door, a staircase leading to the lobby, and potted plants.

13. DOM Himalaya Hotel

Chhetrapati, 1.8 km from Swayambhunath

Glen

CA $69

CA $79 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of a building through the window.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass door leading to a parking area. There are potted plants and a blue scooter parked outside.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, a Coca-Cola refrigerator, and a bar area with a piano.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden floor, and a window with curtains.

14. Hotel Abi International

Thamel, 1.7 km from Swayambhunath

Matías

CA $28

CA $32 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A rooftop pool with a cityscape view at dusk.

A modern hotel room with a stone wall, a large bed, a sitting area, and a bathtub with rose petals.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a TV on the wall, and a view of the city at night.

An outdoor patio with a gazebo, seating area, and a bar.

15. Arushi Boutique Hotel

Thamel, 1.8 km from Swayambhunath

Krishna

CA $61

CA $103 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A swimming pool with a tiled floor and a view of mountains in the background.

A restaurant with wooden ceiling beams, multiple dining tables with chairs, and a kitchen area in the background.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a Christmas tree.

16. Beautiful Kathmandu Hotel

Thamel, 1.6 km from Swayambhunath

Corey

CA $49

CA $63 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A courtyard with outdoor seating, surrounded by a brick building with multiple windows and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

A brick structure with three Buddha statues.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.

17. Hotel Vajra

1.1 km from Swayambhunath

Ann

CA $55

CA $70 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A courtyard with a central garden, outdoor seating, and a restaurant area.

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk labeled 'BELL DESK', and a chandelier.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, featuring a view of greenery and brick walls.

A spacious living area with a modern design, featuring a large window with a city view, a fireplace, and a seating arrangement.

18. Hotel Moonlight

Thamel, 1.8 km from Swayambhunath

Mehmet Rifat

CA $101

CA $126 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

An indoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a glass ceiling.

A modern hotel room with a wooden bed, a desk, and a chair.

A rooftop bar with wooden ceiling beams, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

A corridor with ornate ceiling decorations and potted plants.

19. Mila Hotel

Thamel, 1.7 km from Swayambhunath

greg

CA $56

CA $64 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A round wooden table with breakfast items, including eggs, tomatoes, and a coffee pot.

A rooftop pool with clear blue tiles, surrounded by white pillars, and offering a view of a cityscape and mountains in the distance.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are wooden bookshelves with framed pictures and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A wooden door with a metal gate leading to a courtyard with a tiled floor and a potted plant.

20. Ambassador Garden Home

Thamel, 1.9 km from Swayambhunath

Jonathan

CA $69

CA $87 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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Compare popular hotels close to Swayambhunath

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hyatt Centric Soalteemode Kathmandu	9.8 Exceptional 106 reviews	View
Nepali Heritage Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 52 reviews	View
Divine Kathmandu Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 24 reviews	View
Gurung's Home	9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Nova Tara Hotel Kathmandu	10.0 Exceptional 6 reviews	View

Top Swayambhunath Hotel Reviews

Oasis Kathmandu Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and quiet. Very friendly and helpful staff, especially the manager himself. He would greet every guest upon arrival and during the stay. He would go from table to table in the dining room to ask every guest how they were doing, did they have a good night sleep etc. Excellent breakfast and excellent service. The hotel within walking distance to the vibrant street markets near Durbar Square."

Kathmandu Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful hotel. Staff could not have been more friendlier and helpful. Excellent amenities, clean and well maintained."

Hyatt Centric Soalteemode Kathmandu

10/10 Excellent

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Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu

10/10 Excellent

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Hotel Vajra

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place to stay in Kathmandu. Super unique and peaceful place. Rooms and whole hotel is very nice and clean."

Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café

10/10 Excellent

"Once we found the hotel- it was great. Super nice staff and breakfast was served from 6:30am - 2:30pm!! Great breakfast and nice air conditioned room."

Hotel Mulberry

8/10 Good

"Large room, right in the heart of Thamel, walking to everything. Breakfast had good variety. Happy for good laundry service, very fast and great price. Excellent and smiling staff. Lots of trekking groups leaving their bags together, so apparently a popular place!"

Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice clean modern property well located with great facilities and a good breakfast I only stayed 2 nights but really enjoyed it"

Hotel Thrive, A Tropical Courtyard

8/10 Good

"Everything in the Hotel was great! Breakfast had a big variety of food. All the areas at the Hotel are well maintained. Staff is friendly and always ready to help."

Other attractions near Swayambhunath

Stupa Platform

Learn about the local history of Kathmandu when you take a trip to Stupa Platform. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens, or seek out the local tours.

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Statue of Peace

Find out about the history of Kathmandu with a stop at Statue of Peace. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens, or seek out the local tours.

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Natural History Museum

6.6/10 (9 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Natural History Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kathmandu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens, or seek out the local tours.

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Military Museum

You can study the exhibits at Military Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kathmandu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens, or seek out the local tours.

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National Museum of Nepal

8.6/10 (24 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at National Museum of Nepal, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kathmandu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens, or seek out the local tours.

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Nara Devi Temple

10.0/10 (1 review)

Nara Devi Temple is just one of the places to see in Kathmandu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.

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Kasthamandap

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can learn about the history of Kathmandu when you stop by Kasthamandap. Wander the picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.

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Maju Deval

Learn about the local history of Kathmandu when you take a trip to Maju Deval. Wander the picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Swayambhunath?

Swayambhunath is located in a culturally rich area of Kathmandu known for its picturesque gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 75 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Swayambhunath?

Hyatt Centric Soalteemode Kathmandu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Swayambhunath. Other good options within 5 miles include Hotel Yak & Yeti and Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Swayambhunath?

Expedia has 75 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Swayambhunath.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Swayambhunath, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Swayambhunath.

What can I see and do near Swayambhunath?

Study the collections at National Museum of Nepal, Patan Museum, or Natural History Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Freak Street, Narayanhity Palace Museum, and Pashupatinath Temple to learn a bit about the area. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Kathmandu Fun Park, Vaisha Dev (Toothache Tree), and Patan Zoo.

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Our top choices for Swayambhunath hotels

1. Hyatt Centric Soalteemode Kathmandu

2. Nepali Heritage Hotel

3. Divine Kathmandu Hotel

4. Gurung's Home

5. Nova Tara Hotel Kathmandu

6. The Exotic House

7. Nivas Boutique Home

8. Hotel Ganesh Himal

9. Kathmandu Suite Home

10. Hotel Thrive, A Tropical Courtyard

11. Himalayan Ghar

12. Hotel Simal

13. DOM Himalaya Hotel

14. Hotel Abi International

15. Arushi Boutique Hotel

16. Beautiful Kathmandu Hotel

17. Hotel Vajra

18. Hotel Moonlight

19. Mila Hotel

20. Ambassador Garden Home

Compare popular hotels close to Swayambhunath

Top Swayambhunath Hotel Reviews

Oasis Kathmandu Hotel

Kathmandu Marriott Hotel

Hyatt Centric Soalteemode Kathmandu

Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu

Hotel Vajra

Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café

Hotel Mulberry

Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel

Hotel Thrive, A Tropical Courtyard

Other attractions near Swayambhunath

Stupa Platform

Statue of Peace

Natural History Museum

Military Museum

National Museum of Nepal

Nara Devi Temple

Kasthamandap

Maju Deval

Frequently asked questions