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Hotel Vajra

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Swayambhunath

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Exterior
Standard Room | Desk, bed sheets
Dining
Garden
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Bijeswari, Swayambhu, Kathmandu
  • Place, Kathmandu Durbar Square
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Swayambhunath
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Durbar Marg
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kathmandu (KTM-Tribhuvan Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Small Standard Room. | Desk, bed sheets

Small Standard Room.

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | Desk, bed sheets

Standard Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, bed sheets

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kathmandu

In Kathmandu .You'll find Nara Devi Temple and Kasthamandap within a 15-minute walk of this Kathmandu hotel. Swayambhunath and Stupa Platform are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kathmandu Durbar Square - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Basantapur - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Swayambhunath - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Durbar Marg - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Garden of Dreams - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Tribhuvan Intl. Airport (KTM) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rodeo - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Beerbq And Sekuwa House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mila Café Premium Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Soi 16 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mitho Restaurant, Thamel - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Hotel Vajra

3-star hotel near Swayambhunath
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Vajra. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kathmandu hotel.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Vajra offers 55 accommodations. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NPR 1500 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NPR 1500 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NPR 1500 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB International. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Vajra to the airport?

Hotel Vajra is 4.7 mi (8-min drive) away from the Tribhuvan Intl. Airport (KTM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Vajra?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Vajra on Jun 16, 2026 start from $30, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Vajra have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Vajra offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of NPR 1500 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Hotel Vajra offer free breakfast?

Hotel Vajra does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Vajra?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ballys Casino (2-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Vajra?

Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hotel Vajra?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Vajra have a pool?

Hotel Vajra does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Vajra have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Vajra have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer Ayurvedic treatments.

How close is Hotel Vajra to downtown Kathmandu?

Hotel Vajra is 1.5 mi away from Kathmandu.

Hotel Vajra Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 72 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel appearance,location away from congestion,friendly staff
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel Vajra was an oasis in the dusty streets of Kathmandu. It was close to everything, the food was good, and the staff were very welcoming. I would stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful tranquil place
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ajeet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a very relaxing refuge for a traveller. The staff were very helpful and accommodating during my stay which is a call-out and a big part of the charm of the place. The rooms were as one would expect from an old world style establishment, a bit generous and functional. The grounds were pleasant place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Deepa

Liked: Staff & service
Architecture is very good
Verified

8/10 Good

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an oasis from the madness of the Kathmandu streets and traffic. It has lovely buildings, beautiful gardens and a calm aura. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing bad to say! I just really enjoyed it!
Stayed 18 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i have visited Hotel Vajra since 2013. It is one of the most reliably safe and restful places in Kathmandu and a great location point for wandering and exploration. It is western-friendly but very very local. Amazing rooftop vistas and meditation Pagoda. Highest recommendation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The surrounding relatively busy, messy very frustrated to cross streets. Only small local shops, need Google Translate to communicate. The building was very unique. Hotel staffs were basically friendly. My room was noisy, toilet was hard to flush, seat was sliding. I was trying to fix but didn’t work
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Space Calm & a Creative Atmosphere in the city!

This hotel is made for creatives and artists who want a quiet place to stay with spacious rooms, while also being in the heart of the city. Its a beautifully built hotel with some amazing wood carving, and a wonderful spacious feel while walking through the interiors especially the restaurant. The gardens and patio are beautiful with many seating areas. You won’t find flat screen tvs here but you will find a good writing desk and excellent wifi. The bathroom was clean but could do with a little interior design sparkle. The food was excellent, and the owner and all the other staff were very helpful and interesting to converse with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ther was no WiFi in the room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The surrounding area was quite busy and a bit messy, which made crossing the streets frustrating. There were only small local shops nearby, and I often needed Google Translate to communicate. The hotel building itself was unique, and most of the staffs were generally helpful and friendly. However, my room was noisy, the carpet was dirty and dusty, and the toilet was difficult to flush — the seat was loose and kept sliding. I myself tried to fix it but couldn’t. The bathroom also had an unpleasant smell. There was a small misunderstanding about my bill due to a staff mistake; after it was resolved, they simply said “okay” and let me go, without offering any apology.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rolf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
schöner ruhiger Ort in einer lauten Stadt
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
C'est mon troisième séjour ici et je me sens chez moi. Un oasis tout près du chaos😉 Le même personnel toujours aussi accueillant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

素敵な庭

評判通り、調度品が素晴らしいホテルでした。カトマンズの喧騒から逃れて静かに過ごすことができました。お庭が広くとても綺麗でした。レストランの暖炉が心地よく、良い正月となりました。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charme et authenticité

Quel charme et quel havre tranquillité à deux pas de Thamel cet hotel ! Un personnel aux petits soins. On m’a organisé un trek de 3 jours dans la vallée de katmandou avec une guide culturelle, Pramila Bohora (Pramila Bohora https://www.facebook.com/share/p/bhNavpZ1BwaX3euM/?mibextid=WaXdOe (https://www.facebook.com/share/p/bhNavpZ1BwaX3euM/?mibextid=WaXdOe), que je recommande fortement : Tres cultivée (master d’histoire du Nepal), gentille, avenante…. Bref un séjour merveilleux à l’hotel Vajra !
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eliane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un petit Paradis

Quel charme et quel havre tranquillité à deux pas de Thamel cet hotel ! Un personnel aux petits soins. On m’a organisé un trek de 3 jours dans la vallée de katmandou avec une guide culturelle, Pramila Bohora (Pramila Bohora https://www.facebook.com/share/p/bhNavpZ1BwaX3euM/?mibextid=WaXdOe (https://www.facebook.com/share/p/bhNavpZ1BwaX3euM/?mibextid=WaXdOe), que je recommande fortement : Tres cultivée (master d’histoire du Nepal), gentille, avenante…. Bref un séjour merveilleux à l’hotel Vajra !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

izumi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋のポットが埃だらけ。以前の水がそのまま残っていた。 部屋でWIFIがつかえなかった。
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service
The most peaceful hotel in the Kathmandu valley. Beautiful architecture and grounds. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le vajra est un oasis paisible et agréable à 10 minutes de marche de Thamel. Le nourriture et le service sont excellents.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The natural gardens, the polite attentive staff and yoga room!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Vajras is the most restful and quiet hotel in the area. i have visited Hotel Vajra since 2013 and every time i do, i find the staff is super friendly and helpful, the rooms are clean and modest, and the grounds are impeccable. Though it is a relatively recent construction, the attention to cultural accuracy in the details and styling feels authentic. There is ample space on ground for impromptu meetings, a well-appointed theater space, an amazing roof-top meditation room, and a library of ancient nepali texts. Extremely reasonable rates!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
A beautiful place but limited upkeep and it was cold in the room. Staff is wonderful and very responsive in trying to help make stay more comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jane

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bo heat

Der var ingen radiator på værelset. Vi tjekkede ud efter en nat. Fik at vide at vi bare kunne have bedt om en radiator. I min verden kan man bede om en hårtørrer men varme/radiator skal stå på værelset så man selv kan bestemme om den skal være tændt. Det er i dem grad dårlig service og da jeg tjekkede ud var det første jeg fik at vide, at jeg ikke kunne få penge tilbage på trods af, at jeg sket ikke havde bedt om det. Ejer virker meget fokuseret på at spare så der kan tjenes mere.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Favorite hotel in Kathmandu

It’s a wonder Heritage hotel with a beautiful garden and excellent staff Very reasonable price and a rare find.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019