Hotel Shanker
Wake up to the wonder of Kathmandu with a stay at Hotel Shanker, located only minutes from the heart of the city.
The facilities and services provided by Hotel Shanker ensure a pleasant stay for guests. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the hotel's free Wi-Fi internet access. Pre-plan your rides to and from the airport with the hotel's easy to book transportation services. The hotel provides taxi and car hire services to help you get to where you want to go in Kathmandu.
Parking is available and free, provided by the hotel for guests with their own transportation. While lodging at this wonderful hotel, the helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with multiple services that include concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. If you want seats to city's best entertainment, you can get help through the hotel's ticket service and tours. The hotel even offers a fireplace for a warm atmosphere on chilly nights.
The hotel's on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service help you keep your favorite travel outfits clean so you can pack less. In-room conveniences include 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. Smoking is restricted to the designated smoking areas.
Experience high-quality room facilities during your stay at Hotel Shanker. The hotel provides linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning in some rooms for the benefit of guests. Some selected rooms at Hotel Shanker include a separate living room, as part of the room design. Some selected rooms have daily newspaper, television and cable TV to keep guests entertained.
The hotel also provides guests with a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar in some rooms. Knowing that bathroom amenities play an important role in increasing guests' satisfaction, the hotel provides a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels in some select rooms.
Dining and things to do
Start your vacation days in the best possible way. Begin every morning of your stay with an in-house breakfast. Wake up bright and energetic in the mornings with a cup of good coffee offered at the cafe right at the hotel. Never let hunger affect your travel plans! Restaurants on-site provide convenient and tasty dining options. If you're selective about eating, don't worry! Hotel Shanker has a selection of cuisine types including kosher and halal options.
Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the hotel's bar. Guests of Hotel Shanker can even have groceries delivered to their room for cooking, using the hotel's special service. If you're truly selective about eating, you'll be grateful for the in-house BBQ facilities and shared kitchen available here.
To fill your days, be sure to check out the fantastic facilities offered at Hotel Shanker. The hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Be sure to enjoy the accessible beach nearby. Pamper and indulge yourself with a visit to the massage, salon, steam room, spa and sauna. The hotel's on-site pool invites you every day for a cooling dip or a few refreshing laps.
The hotel's the poolside bar allows you to have the most casual of cocktail times with a mellow drink. For those who hate to miss a workout, a trip to the hotel's fitness facility will keep you fresh and healthy. Souvenir shopping for yourself or those back home takes no time at all at the shops and souvenir shops.
Around the property
There are many attractions to discover within close proximity to Hotel Shanker. Whatever you may be looking to buy on your trip to Kathmandu, chances are you'll find it at Thamel located 800 m away.
Reasons to stay here
Past guests rate facilities here higher than 88% of the city's accommodation.
This hotel's food and dining score higher than 94% of accommodations in the city.
Room comfort is said to be outstanding here, scoring higher than 94% of accommodations in the city.
Very classy and historical hotel ”
This is my second time staying in Shanker Hotel, after EBC trekking. This hotel was formerly a palace. Unlike other 4 or 5 stars hotel, it gives you a very classic and historical look. The decor in lobby is grand and welcoming. The room is spacious. There's a garden within the hotel compound where you can sit down and relax. Food are good, staff are very courteous. Away from the busy Thamel Square, but within walking distance. Recommended.
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nice old style palace”
This is a great spot to try out. Is an old palace that has been transformed into a hotel and thus is just that. It is laid out interestingly. If you get a room in southbsidenbe ready for the 630am songs from the batacks next door that seem to go in for 4-5 songs...and then again atb730am one morning. Besides that was very quiet as construction/ renovations were high overhead but asbwork doesn't seem to happen in KTM until about 10am wasn't a problem. the breakfast is off menu if not full( winter) but when abcriwd is in there is enough food for the stout waters for sure. Never unhappy there. Would return....
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Old times’ style; great garden, kind staff”
We attended and wedding there and spent a couple of days at the hotel. The pool is really nice, as well as the garden and breakfast, with real coffee. Beds are super comfy, we had everything provided we needed. Thank you
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Opulent and modern”
We had a two day break and took advantage of the 'evening-meal-included' option which represented amazing value. The hotel is definitely at the upper-end of the 4* scale and the pool was incredibly inviting - the children loved it. The staff were attentive (reception, restaurant, pool & room service) and typically Nepali - friendly and polite. The rooms had all the amenities and my accompanying friends particularly enjoyed the bath in their room. The hotel is often used as a setting for films and given the luxuriousness it is understandable why. I would highly recommend this hotel and it represents exceptional value (especially if you opt for the the inclusive meals package).
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Perfect Place in Kathmandu”
We really enjoyed the saty in Hotel Shanker. Hotel is very elegant and sophisticated. Room is very clean and broad. Especially the breakfast was wondeful. I think it's the best service in this hard city even in COVID situation. I strongly recommend.
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Hassle Free Trip”
I like hotel Shankar very much. I stayed in hotel Shanker over 3 months in 2015-16 and choose to stay again after six years. Good breakfast, clean rooms, wonderful garden and awesome pool. Staffs are friendly and courteous. Couple of things I miss - bigger rooms and gym. Aside from these two, I am all good 👍
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Loved it ! Great location, value for money ”
Also Nepalese taste. Stayed one night before at Radisson but did not feel the pricing was right. Thus moved to this hotel ! Great decision. The hotel is close to Thamel yet very quiet and peaceful. I have a Agoda VIP, so breakfast was included so was a room upgrade. A room was spacious on a top floor, with an old charm, still very functional. People are really nice. Receptionist, Mr. Shah did his best. A pool and garden area is really nice. A breakfast is adequate. Why not Five stars? 1. Food was expensive but not really good 2. Internet was not stable, need to log in every 30mm 3. Some functional issues such as a light bulb, AC noise etc. 4. Single room is very small, dark, not great. Overall, Don’t expect a real 4-star hotel. It is a great, old value hotel. I will return to this hotel definitely !
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Hidden gem ”
Tucked away from the noise and traffic. An oasis is the best way to describe this place. In Challenging times (covid) the hotel was fully prepared to take us in and make sure we are taken care of and safe. Well worth the price and the pool is beautiful to hang while getting adjusted to jet leg. Stay here if you can.
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Stylish Island of tranquility on the heart of Katmandu”
Beautiful hotel set in quite surrounding in the centre of Katmandu. Everything within easy reach. Good breakfast, and helpful staff. Definitely worth the money. I cancelled a hotel nearer the airport and re booked here for the return leg of my trip
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Very good overall”
I had a very nice stay at Hotel Shanker and would recommend it to other people. It was safe and secure. The internet was high-speed and reliable. The staff was outstanding - professional, respectful, attentive, and friendly. The only thing that could be improved would be a little update/cleaning (walls, carpet), but this did not really affect my stay.
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Exceptional”
Wonderful rooms, pool and service. Food was quite appealing to vegetarians tastebuds too. Worth a stay. It's an old palace converted into heritage hotel and lives upto the mark.
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Very good hotel”
We had a very nice stay at Hotel Shanker. It was very comfortable, and we felt secure the entire time. The staff is exceptionally attentive, respectful and courteous, and they were the best part of our stay. The hotel could use a little cleaning/refurbishing, such as with the carpets, stairs, etc
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Great hotel”
Polite and friendly staff. Easy to communicate and answer calls at any time friendly.
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Best Hotel!”
Neat and clean, staffs are really helpful, good breakfast. Nice location to anywhere
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Former palace is a beautiful hotel ”
I loved the 150 year old woodwork. My 5th floor suite had a better view than my 4th floor suite
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Gorgious Hotel with good amenities ”
Loved the gorgious architecture of the hotel. They serve the best samosas for breakfast. Over all breakfast experience was the best. The hotel is in a good location but you need to walk for 30 mins to reach thamel or take a taxi with 200RS, that is the only downside. But other than that we loved everything about our stay
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Exceptional”
The room was well equipped and very comfortable for couples. The receptionists were very helpful and responded well to our requests. The restaurant staffs were also very kind and nice. My overall experience was superb in this heritage hotel.
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Delightful Stay”
Enjoyed our 3 night stay with our parents and family. Great service and facilities.
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Lovely Place to Stay ”
A very nice hotel that is well located, pool, bar, etc. and good breakfast buffet...and the staff is very courteous and helpful, anxious to help. All in all, a great choice!
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Elegant, Spacious, calm”
Elegant, Spacious, calm at the center of the city with cleaner air to breathe.
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