Hotel Shambala
Take advantage of the many attractions Kathmandu has to offer with a stay at Hotel Shambala.
Hotel Shambala offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even the most discerning guest. Never be out of touch with your contacts, with free Wi-Fi offered throughout your stay. If you need a ride from or to the airport, the hotel can arrange it before your check-in date. Taxi, car hire and shuttle services provided by the hotel make it easy to plan your day trips, sightseeing, and more around Kathmandu.
If you plan to arrive by car, you'll appreciate the hotel's free parking, right on-site. The hotel provides front desk services such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes for guests' convenience. If you need, the ticket service and tours can even help you book tickets and reservations at all the best shows and programs nearby. Staying for a long time, or just need clean clothes? dry cleaning service and laundry service offered at the hotel will keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available.
For lazy days and nights, in-room conveniences like 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping let you make the most of your room. Little things you forgot to pack aren't a big problem! Just stop by the convenience stores to get what you need. Smoking is limited to designated areas only, for the health and well-being of all guests and staff.
Equipped with handy amenities, guestrooms at Hotel Shambala guarantee a comfortable stay for all travelers. Some rooms at Hotel Shambala are equipped with air conditioning for your convenience. Some rooms at Hotel Shambala include special design features like a separate living room. In-room entertainment such as daily newspaper, television and cable TV is provided for guests in some selected rooms.
The hotel also offers a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar in some rooms for when you feel like it is needed. It's good to know that a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels are provided in some guest bathrooms. For sophisticated relaxation, be sure to visit the executive lounge.
Dining and things to do
Nothing starts a morning better than a delicious free breakfast, which you'll always enjoy at Hotel Shambala. Everyone loves a good cup of coffee! A coffee shop on-site means you can enjoy a cup of real, freshly brewed coffee every morning -- or anytime you feel like it. If you don't feel like going out to eat, you can always opt for the delicious dining options at the hotel. Hotel Shambala is ready to serve your most specific needs. A selection of food types including halal options is available for guests with dietary restrictions.
A night in at the hotel's bar can be as fun as a night out with your travel companions. Guests who prefer to make their own meals will love the in-house BBQ facilities available here.
Recreational facilities at Hotel Shambala are designed for escape and relaxation. Finish your vacation days right by dropping in at the massage, hot tub, steam room, spa and sauna. Start your vacation off right with a dip in the pool. Skip the dress code and opt for a casual cocktail or beer at the hotel's poolside bar.
Fitness lovers who want to keep up their routine on vacation can drop in at the hotel's fitness facility. Pick up something memorable for yourself or those waiting for you back at home, at the shops.
Around the property
Take advantage of the opportunity to explore Kathmandu while in the city. The best way to remember your time in Kathmandu is with a nice gift at Thamel located about 3.8 km away.
Reasons to stay here
Guests who stayed here rated the facilities above 91% of other accommodations in the city.
Know you'll get excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining above 94% of the city's accommodation.
It's hard to beat the room comfort here, which is rated higher than 97% of other accommodations in Kathmandu.
Exceptional”
Shambala Hotel is a luxury hotel for Kathmandu. It is located around embassies (US, India), so quite far from point of interests for tourists (Thamel, Durbar Square). A free shuttle service takes you every morning to city center :) Roof top is THE asset of this hotel. Swimming pool and city view are amazing! Our Executive Room is very lush. It is spacious, all equipment are working. Bathroom is large and bathtub is ok (hot water available, not filtered though which makes it a bit unclear). Staff is really welcoming, professional, attentive and discreet. Attached restaurant provides high quality food for Kathmandu. Still, this remains expensive for the city. Roof top bar is very nice too. We highly recommend this hotel for tourists not on a budget trip.
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Dear Mr. Maxime, Greetings from Hotel Shambala! It gives us immense pleasure to see such a lovely review from you. Feedback like yours are very important to us in order to perform our service delivery in highest standard we do it everyday. We are pleased to learn that you liked our rooftop and room. Our team of staffs will be delighted to see such a wonderful compliments towards them. We thank you for choosing Hotel Shambala on your recent visit to Kathmandu and we are looking forward to see you again in near future. Kind Regards, Krishna Khatiwada Front Office Manager
An real gem, an oasis in Kathmandu”
spent 2 nights there after arriving in Kathmandu, then after 2 nights in Nagarkot hilltop village came back to Shambala. By far the best hotel I stayed in while in Nepal. Breakfast was 1st class as was the staff,also comfortable clean room. After returning from walking around the chaotic streets it was so nice to have a relaxing massage in the Spa followed by dinner in the hotel restaurant. The reception staff helped me to arrange a flight over the Himalayas and the magnificent Mt. Everest for a never to be forgotten experience. Will recommend Shambala to all my friends.
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Infinity pool at Shambala stood out”
I stayed one night at Kathmandu at the Shambala with my 7 yr old kid before heading to Pokhara. What I liked - clean rooms with good wallpaper, excellent views of the city from room window, infinity pool with only 3.5 ft depth - worked well for my kid who does not yet know swimming. Amazing views of the city, the mountains and clouds from the infinity pool - one of the best I enjoyed anywhere. Food was of decent quality, hotel staff cooperative. Inside city - easy to take cab and explore important sights like Swambhunath, Boudhinath, Pashupatinath, Durbar square etc. Thoroughly enjoyed Kathmandu staying at Shambala
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Dear Anindya, Thank you so much for taking out your valuable time to review us. We are pleased to know that your stay with us at Hotel Shambala was pleasant and memorable. We have duly noted your kind compliment towards the room, cleanliness, infinity pool, food and our professional associates. Thank you once again for your generous feedback. We shall be looking forward to welcome you again whenever travel brings you back to Kathmandu. Best Regards, Sumin Bhandari, Front Office Executive
ROOF TOP POOL IS AMAZING!!!”
After hiking to Everest Base Camp I decided to treat myself and stay at the Hotel Shambala. From the moment I entered the hotel the staff were very pleasant. The room was nice and clean and the bed was very nice. The food in the hotel was amazing and particularly loved the burger!! The roof top pool is absolutely stunning and such a pretty view of the city and also the mountains. Only downside is that it is about 15-20min from the centre of Thamel however they do have a shuttle that runs at 9:30am at no charge but you have to get your own way back. Don't pay more than 500 rupees (often paid around 300) and make sure your taxi knows the hotel location and if not just go to the next one.
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Dear Guest, Greetings from Hotel Shambala! Thank you very much for taking time to review us in Agoda. Feedback and reviews are very important to us which drives us to perform our service delivery that we perform everyday. Your generous compliments on our team and hotel facilities are much appreciated and our team will be pleased to learn you feedback. Overall, we are very happy to know your stay with us was pleasant and we are looking forward to welcome you back in near future. Best Regards, Krishna Khatiwada Front Office Manager
Beautiful, clean hotel - fabulous infinity pool”
We had a lovely stay at hotel Shambala. Great value for money in my opinion. Beautiful interior decor of hotel and great sized standard rooms at a great price. The rooftop pool and views were the best I've seen. Staff were very willing to help but could have been a little more approachable and kinder. Wifi was good for short periods of time but kept cutting out - this needs to be improved as for the price you pay you expect a good 24 hour wifi service. Overall I would definitely recommend to friends and come again! Thank you
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An oasis in a bustling city.”
Wonderful service by the staff. Personally prefer to eat the food of the location I am in and the menu didn't extend as far into Nepali food as I would like to have. The pool was what drew me to Shambala. And It was almost surreal to swim in that pool, whilst surrounded by the bustle of Kathmandu and the Kathmandu rim.
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Dear Happy Guest, Greetings from Hotel Shambala! Thank you very much for taking the time to review us. We have gladly noted your kind compliments towards our hotel and the services by our team members. We were honored to host your recent stay with us and we are definitely looking forward to seeing you again in near future. Best Regards, Krishna Khatiwada Front Office Manager
Would stay again”
We stayed here after 8days of trekking before we flew back home. And it was what we just needed. The front desk staff was very friendly and attentive and felt welcomed. All the facilities were very clean and well maintained. Room was amazing with a very comfy bed. Swimming pool on the roof top had a very nice view, and was so good after the trek to just relax. There is a spa within the hotel which we got some massages and was great. Would definitely go back and stay here longer if we visit Kathmandu next time.
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Dear Ms. Angela, Namaste and warm greetings from Hotel Shambala! It gives us immense pleasure to see such a generous ratings here on Agoda. We couldn't thank you enough for your full 10 on 10 ratings to us and we are very pleased to learn that we were able to exceed your stay expectations. Our team will be most pleased to learn your lovely compliments. Your candid review on comfy bed, our spa services and swimming pool are much appreciated. We thank you for choosing to stay with us and we look forward to welcome you back in not too distant future. Best Regards, Krishna Khatiwada Front Office Manager
Amazing staff and top quality hospitality.”
The benefits are its value for money, great ambience inside the hotel and super hospitality. The staff is very kind and caring. My 1.5 yr old got slightly ill and the staff showed great empathy and care and were ready to help their best. The only drawback is probably that it has no views and slightly away from all major attractions. But then again, i don't think main Kathmandu has any beautiful views as such that a hotel can capture. PS: Their strawberry yogurt is to die for :)
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Dear Rahul, Thank you so much for sharing us your experience staying at Hotel Shambala. We are so very pleased to know that you and your family members were well taken care by our staffs.We have duly noted your kind compliment towards the Hotel, services and our attentive associates. We are looking forward to welcome you and your family members whenever travel brings you back.Best Regards, Sumin Bhandari Front Office Executive
Oasis in the midst of a chaotic town”
Really nice stay here for two nights, rooms are quite small but really comfortable and clean. The hotel is a really good retreat from the chaotic Kathmandu. The only drawback is the location is a bit off from all the tourists attraction
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A jewel of a hotel ”
I go to Kathmandu often and it's a shame I hadn't come across Shambala before. Really nice hotel with courteous and helpful staff.
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Ambience and standard well maintained”
Hotel is situated away from crowded Thamel , Ambience, cleaning are well maintained to standards. There are mainly foreign tourist. Hotel staff are cordial and are looking to perform the best. There are lot of dust in main KTM however Hotel has been well maintained. Can suggest to include more Indian menu (Hence cannot give same score as Hotel Dahlia). I will suggest to use this Hotel if planning for Kathmandu since it has all amenities. Most of the sight seeing etc can be planned by the Hotel staff.
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Dear Deepak, Thank you so much for your wonderful reviews. We are pleased to learn that you had a pleasant stay with us at Hotel Shambala. We have duly noted your kind compliment towards the Hotel, ambiance, facilities and our attentive associates. We have positively consider your kind suggestion to include more Indian cuisines and henceforth, we have forward your comment to the respective department for further positive changes.Thank you once again for your reviews. We shall be looking forward to welcome you again in our prominent property. Best Regards, Sumin Bhandari, Front Office Executive
Luxury hotel a little bit away from main sites”
Very new, very clean and very nice hotel with roof swiming pool (a believe only ona in Kathmndu). Good kitchen (local, Indian) and very helpful personnel. Good internet connection (taking Kathmandu). The only disadvantage is location in Northern part of city, for most attractions (Thamel, boudha, ...) you must spent around 4-5 usd and 15-20 minutes in taxi. Nothing in walking distance from hotel.
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Perfect place to relax after a long trek.”
3 weeks trekking in the Himalayas was amazing but afterwards some pampering was in order. Location is a bit far from tourist parts of KTM but that's also what we liked about it. For 2 days we just used the hotel amenities, sauna, massage, rooftop patio, restaurant etc...was very nice. Great food and staff was always there ready to help. Hotel was so comfortable and well decorated. We will be back. If you need to go to Thamel area for trekking supplies, go there to shop then taxi back here to relax. Pricey when compared to hotels in Thamel area but really cannot compare them as they are on completely different levels.
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A perfect hotel for Kathmandu”
great view from our room, amazing roof-top pool, highly recomendable, we will come back if we next time in Kathmandu
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Dear Ms. Sophie, Warm Greetings from Hotel Shambala! It was such a pleasure to see your full on review. We are very delighted to learn that your stay was more than wonderful. We can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit to Kathmandu! Kind Regards, Krishna Khatiwada Front Office Manager
Great place to stay in Kathmandu”
I've stayed here several times, and have recommended to others who've also enjoyed it. It's clean, nicely designed, and has a good breakfast. Staff are also very good. The location seems to be most people's issue - it is sort of in a random place. But Kathmandu is hardly walkable anyway, and they help you get taxis, so it was never a problem for me.
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Exceptional”
We stayed for two nights. Excellent hotel to stay over with high standard of cleanliness, comfortable rooms and service. Very polite and friendly staff members. Would recomend anyone to stay over in this hotel.
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Dear Kishor, Thank you so much for sharing us your overall experience staying at Hotel Shambala. We are pleased to learn that you stay with us was memorable and comfortable. We have duly noted your kind compliment towards the room, cleanliness, service and our professional associates. Thank you once again for your beautiful reviews and ratings. We shall be looking forward to welcome you again in our prominent property. Best Regards, Sumin Bhandari, Front Office Executive
Great boutique hotel with 5 star service; cleanliness.”
24 hour room service with great food, staff and chefs. Hotel is clean throughout. Good Spa within the hotel. Near all major embassies in a good location . Felt safe .
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nice new hotel”
one of the best at kathmandu
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I Shall Return”
As promised when I first stayed at this hotel in Aug, I returned to stay for another 2 days in September. Not only the hotel remains as good as before, there is improvement. The internet connection is better with a 72 hours vouchers instead of the 24 hours voucher which means, you have to re-log into the internet after midnight. It is irritating because either you have to go to the check in counter at the stroke of midnight or first thing in the morning. This 3 day voucher is more user friendly. Traffic at Bansari and Ring Road junction leading to the hotel is very congested. This is something you have to cater for extra time when getting in and out of the hotel. Something the hotel may not be able to control or improve.
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Love this place!”
We love this hotel so much! this is our third visit. We love it so much we had to bring our friends here during their visit from California. They loved the views and thought the staff was very friendly. The spa is very relaxing, and the food is great, I do wish there was a bit more of a selection with their cocktail menu though.
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