Hotel Yak & Yeti

Hotels
8.6 (564 reviews)
Durbar Marg , Kathmandu , np

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Beautiful room decor
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
High transportation costs
Hotel is quite dated
Expensive service fees

Categories

Cleanliness
8.61
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.08
The staff was highly praised for their kindness and professional service.
Location
9.12
The hotel's location received positive remarks, changing previous perceptions.
Room Quality
8.77
Room décor was neat and blended modernity with heritage.
Amenities
8.6
Facilities were noted as awesome.
Value for Money
7.06
Some guests found prices excessively high compared to local standards.
Food and Beverage
8.91
Breakfast was excellent, and dining at the Chimney was highly recommended.
Overall Experience
8.68
Guests reported a fantastic overall experience with noted pros and few cons.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 20:22

Property Description

Luxurious Heritage Palace Setting:
Experience the epitome of luxury at the 5-star Hotel Yak & Yeti, nestled in a heritage palace in central Kathmandu. Surrounded by antique fountains and landscaped gardens, this property offers a truly regal stay.

Amenities Galore:
Indulge in a plethora of amenities including a casino, outdoor pool, and 2 tennis courts. The hotel also boasts elegantly decorated air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with modern comforts like a cable TV, minibar, and some with personal safes and bathrobes.

Fine Dining and Entertainment:
Savor exquisite meals at The Spice Room Indian fine dining restaurant or unwind with drinks at The Chimney & Pub. With a beauty salon, fitness centre, and business facilities available, Hotel Yak & Yeti ensures a truly memorable stay in Kathmandu.

Book now for an unforgettable luxurious experience at Hotel Yak & Yeti!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: TIA

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for US$40 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 564 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.61
Service: 9.08
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 8.77
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 7.06
Food and Beverage: 8.91
Overall Experience: 8.68
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F9659SGmikeh Business
10
Hotel Yak and Yeti staff are exceptional!
Pros:

My entire experience at the Yak and Yeti has been excellent. This iconic and historic hotel has always been known for luxury, but the incredibly friendly staff is what made my stay truly memorable. The staff at the club Shangri La (Shradha, Amar and Suman) truly went above and beyond to make me feel at home and taken care of. They are incredibly attentive. Jhapad at the breakfast buffet always takes care of my needs before I even have to ask. The front desk staff is exceptional and the housekeeping staff is as well. Thanks for another great stay, Yak and Yeti!

2026-05-09 via Tripadvisor
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Olga extended_group ru
10
2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Explore234471 Friends getaway
10
Best staff ever!
Pros:

This beautiful elegant hotel is an oasis in the middle of the chaos of Kathmandu. The rooms are large and well appointed and there is a large quiet park like grounds in front of the hotel. I agree that the breakfast is a must - best breakfast that I have had ever! I particularly appreciated the kindness and good service provided by the staff (Jhapad in the dining room and the Conseirge Manager on the 4th Floor were especially helpful to me).

2026-05-05 via Tripadvisor
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Leigh extended_group au
9
Highly recommend the Yak and Yeti hotel.
Pros:

The staff were very helpful and happy, especially in the restaurant for breakfast. I did like the walking track and tennis courts.

Cons:

The smokers!! In the bar area.

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Roving40748569730 Solo travel Stillwater, Minnesota
10
The very best. Highest recommendations.
Pros:

The entire staff at Yak and Yeti are outstanding! They go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and appreciated. From the front desk, to the dining staff, to the bellmen, the cleaning staff, absolutely everyone in the Yak and Yeti building is truly the best.
Special thanks to Sabita, Jhapad, and Anisha for their amazing hospitality.

2026-05-04 via Tripadvisor
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A6762TWanneb Friends getaway
10
Great hotel with amazing breakfast in Kathmandu
Pros:

The hotel is so unique and classic. Customer service is the best. Many thanks to the staff in the Spice Room - hotel restaurant which provides delicious food. Oh my God, their breakfast is WOW. I would definitely recommend this hotel to families and friends.

2026-05-03 via Tripadvisor
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pingcuo couple cn
9
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Ryan solo_traveller de
7
Pros:

Beautiful historic hotel

Cons:

The facilities could be better maintained, particularly the spa

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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D9258TKroshans Friends getaway
10
Wonderful experience
Pros:

Our stay at Hotel Yak & Yeti was fantastic. Muskan was one of the best, and the LDCC tour she arranged for us was a highlight of our visit.

2026-04-30 via Tripadvisor
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491manimarans Friends getaway
10
Top notch hotel and hospitality
Pros:

Fantastic location, good breakfast and excellent staff and hospitality. Special mention has to go to Miss Muskan at guest relation exec. She went out of her way to assist with my questions and assisting me in making sure I had a safe to pasupathinath temple. Will definitely come back here again

2026-04-30 via Tripadvisor
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Wayne couple gb
10
Excellent, fantastic service from amas and Suman in the lounge
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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jaylF7978ED Family
10
Great place and staff
Pros:

This is a great hotel in central Kathmandu. The rooms are very nice and the rates are very reasonable. The staff is very helpful and go out of their way to help you and answer any questions. The grounds have much history and they will give you a free tour if you ask. Only warning is that if you are there during “wedding season” and have a room overlooking the gardens, any events might be a bit more “participatory” than planned (We were there for 5 weddings over 8 days. 4 were no problem, one felt like we were in the middle of a disco-Bollywood production). Overall a great place and highly recommended.

2026-04-24 via Tripadvisor
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Companion36689511767 NONE
10
Very good
Pros:

Very good, good atmosphere, good rooms, good room service, good care, good resturant, good ambience, good lounge, good food

2026-04-24 via Tripadvisor
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Nomad56213505867 Solo travel Vienna
10
Best experience !
Pros:

Loved my stay at Yak & Yeti, as always
I always stay here when I’m in Kathmandu. This time I was on the Club Floor (4th floor with lounge), and the service was absolutely fantastic. The staff were so attentive and amazing. I’ll definitely be back and will ask for this floor again. ✨

2026-04-24 via Tripadvisor
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Stephan solo_traveller ca
10
Pros:

The grounds were landscaped and inviting. Spices restaurant was very good and the service was excellent.

2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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SusaneT11 Friends getaway Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia
10
A stay at Yak and Yeti
Pros:

We stayed here a week while attending a wedding. Great ambiance; fabulous service from everyone (esp by Muskan, Japhad and Rikesh); comfortable lodging and tasty, dependable food quality. We had a Heritage room overlooking the garden with a fridge, AC, queen bed and a waterfall head shower stall in the bathroom. Central location in Kathmandu was perfect. Look forward to returning!

2026-04-23 via Tripadvisor
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Coastal59303159880 Business
10
Awesome nepalese hospitality
Pros:

Room very comfy n clean. Staff very nice and helpful always with a smile, front desk recommendation to drishtee, shisham and jasma, f&b especially to naresh and amisha. An experience warranting another stay very soon.

2026-04-22 via Tripadvisor
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James couple gb
8
Pros:

Nice high-end hotel. The facilities were lovely, with two great restaurants and spa facilities. The room was comfortable and clean, and the location was decent.

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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chinmayee Business Hyderabad, Hyderabad District, Telangana
10
Good service, convenient location
Pros:

I had a good stay - had booked online as was attending a conference at the same venue
The location was good and staff very friendly and helpful
I used their concierge for temple darshan which was quite reasonable
Overall good experience

2026-04-20 via Tripadvisor
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TraciS289 Solo travel South Pasadena, California
10
Great people and hotel to come back to after a long day!
Pros:

I stayed at Yak & Yeti before and after my hike to Everest Base Camp and found the hotel warm and inviting, with incredible attention to detail from the ENTIRE staff. The rooms were clean and well-appointed, the breakfast buffet was extensive with an egg station and yummy surprises brought to your table. Most of all, I must give much praise to the 4th Floor Shangri-La Club Team - Shradha, Amar, and Suman. They were always wonderful, kind, and cheerful. They actually made our day with a surprise for the completion of our hike upon our return. It was like visiting your best friend after a long day out. Highly recommend getting a club-level rooms! You won't regret the hospitality, food, and drink.

2026-04-20 via Tripadvisor