International Guest House

Kathmandu


This is a solid and quietly stylish place that boasts century-old carved woodwork, terraced sitting areas and a lovely, spacious garden complete with sun loungers that makes up for somewhat plain rooms.

Though none of the rooms are exactly luxurious, the superior deluxe rooms in the renovated wing are generally bright, spacious and well decorated, while the best deluxe rooms in the old building come with a garden view. The smaller and plainer standard rooms vary.

The hotel is west from the Saatghumti (Seven Bends St) in an area known as Kaldhara. This area is quieter and much less of a scene than Thamel, but still close to plenty of restaurants. Rates include tax, breakfast, wi-fi and airport pickup.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Kathmandu attractions

1. Indrani Temple

0.35 MILES

This pagoda-style temple on the banks of the Vishnumati River is surrounded by ghats used for occasional cremations.

2. Three Goddesses Temples

0.41 MILES

Next to the modern Sanchaya Kosh Bhawan Shopping Centre in Thamel are the often ignored Three Goddesses Temples. The street on which the temples are…

3. Shobabaghwati Temple

0.42 MILES

This somewhat gaudy temple on the banks of the Vishnumati River can be visited on the walk between Kathmandu and Swayambhunath.

4. Kaiser Library

0.43 MILES

Also known as the Keshar Library, this place is definitely worth a visit. The main reading room has antique globes, stuffed tiger's heads and suits of…

5. Bijeshwari Temple

0.44 MILES

This minor courtyard temple can be visited on the walk from Kathmandu to Swayambhunath but it's not worth a specific visit.

6. Garden of Dreams

0.45 MILES

The beautifully restored Swapna Bagaicha (Garden of Dreams) remains one of the most serene and beautiful enclaves in Kathmandu. It's two minutes' walk and…

7. Kathesimbhu Stupa

0.46 MILES

The most popular Tibetan pilgrimage site in the old town is this lovely stupa, a small copy dating from around 1650 of the great Swayambhunath complex…

8. Nara Devi Temple

0.57 MILES

Halfway between Chhetrapati and Durbar Sq, the Nara Devi Temple is dedicated to Kali, Shiva’s destructive consort. It’s also known as the Seto (White)…