Kathmandu Guest House By Kgh Group

3-star historical hotel with an on-site museum of Nepali art in central Kathmandu

Heritage & Art

Kathmandu Guest House By Kgh Group occupies a former Rana mansion built in 1902, now housing the Museum of Nepali Art (MoNA) within its premises. The Kathmandu Art House on the same grounds offers an open studio where guests can watch artists at work and purchase original artworks. This property has welcomed travelers since 1968, including The Beatles, Lonely Planet founder Tony Wheeler, and numerous heads of state.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves authentic Nepali, Chinese, Indian, and Continental cuisine, with a focus on local culinary delights and Himalayan coffee. Guests can experience a Nepali tea ceremony at the flagship store of Nepal Tea Collective within the hotel. The property also offers a multi-cuisine restaurant, a coffee house, and a snack bar serving special diet menus and kids' meals.

Garden & Relaxation

A 1400 m² manicured garden filled with mango, pomelo, and bougainvillea trees provides a quiet space with outdoor furniture and BBQ facilities. The hotel's spa and wellness center offers full-body massages, facial treatments, manicures, pedicures, and yoga classes. Guests also have access to a fitness centre, spa lounge, and spa/wellness packages.

Rooms

The hotel offers 113 rooms across the original Heritage Building and newer annexes, with categories ranging from Standard Rooms to Junior Suites and the Presidential Suite. All rooms include private bathrooms, air conditioning, and safety deposit boxes, with some offering garden views or balconies. Room tiers vary in size and view, but the property maintains consistent hospitality standards across all categories.

Location & Services

Kathmandu Guest House sits in the center of Thamel, within walking distance of Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa, and the Garden of Dreams. A free airport pick-up service is provided for guests who notify the hotel in advance, and a shuttle service is available for drop-offs. The property includes an ATM, currency exchange, tour desk, luggage storage, and 24-hour front desk with express check-in/check-out.

• Location: Heart of Thamel, 10 min walk to Durbar Square
• History: Former Rana mansion since 1902, hosted 1960s icons
• Art: Museum of Nepali Art (MoNA) and open artist studio on-site
• Rooms: 113 rooms from Standard to Presidential Suite
• Dining: Nepali tea ceremony & Himalayan coffee at 4-cuisine restaurant
• Wellness: Full-service spa, yoga classes, fitness centre
• Family: Family rooms, kids' meals, and airport pickup