Sakura Boutique Hotel

The beds are roomy and comfortable, and everything was very clean. The staff were friendly and gave us useful tips on transport and trekking. Bimal, the owner, also runs a guide company if you need one. There's a rooftop view, too. Hot water was available.

It's a clean hotel and a good deal if you're after a decent place in Thamel. The main street location can make nights noisy. Without that, I'd have rated it five stars.

We had a three-bed room with clean, comfortable beds and a spacious toilet room. The location is very handy, though being right on the busiest street meant some nighttime noise. It was acceptable for us. Hot water for showers was always available.

I first spotted the hotel while walking around Thamel, during my first day in Kathmandu. At reception they welcomed me warmly, showed me the rooms, and I thought they were good value. I ended up staying for seven days and had a great experience. Pranita at reception was very helpful and attentive to the small things. Ramesh even showed me nearby places serving authentic Nepali food. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and you can order food from a nearby restaurant. The location is ideal, just 20 metres from Lord of Drinks (LOD), which is Kathmandu's best party place. I'd stay here again whenever I'm in Kathmandu.