Hotel Shambala, Kathmandu - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Bansbari, Kathmandu, Nepal, 5831

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Boutique hotel in Kathmandu with rooftop infinity pool and Tibetan-themed decor

Rooftop & Wellness

Hotel Shambala is the first hotel in Nepal to introduce a rooftop infinity pool, located at the Cloud Nine rooftop bar and restaurant. The Ayatana Spa provides Ayurvedic treatments with trained therapists, including full body massage, body scrubs, and steam room facilities. Guests also have access to a sauna, outdoor swimming pool, and a spa lounge with relaxation areas.

Accommodations

Air-conditioned rooms include a flat-screen satellite TV, seating area, minibar, and private bathrooms with both bath and shower. The hotel offers an on-site business centre, meeting/banquet facilities, and advanced Zoom meeting solutions for hybrid events. A daily complimentary shuttle service to Thamel is available for all guests.

Dining

Erma Restaurant serves Indian, Chinese, Continental, and Thai specialities, along with a Tibetan menu offered on selected days. The rooftop Café Cloud 9 provides light meals, cocktails, and poolside beverages with premium views of Kathmandu city. Special diet menus and breakfast in the room are available upon request.

Location & Transport

Hotel Shambala is located 5 km from Bodnath Stupa, 6 km from Narayanhiti Palace Museum, and 4 km from Pashupatinath. The hotel offers airport pick-up and drop-off services, car hire, and a shuttle service to key areas. Guests can access the Shivapuri National Park trail for outdoor activities directly from the hotel.

Awards & Business

Hotel Shambala received the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019 for guest satisfaction. The hotel provides versatile conference facilities for small meetings and a business centre with fax/photocopying services. 24-hour front desk, concierge service, currency exchange, and express check-in/check-out are all available.

Highlights

Rooftop: First hotel in Nepal with infinity pool at Cloud Nine bar

Spa: Ayatana Spa offering Ayurvedic treatments and sauna

Dining: Erma Restaurant with Tibetan specialty menu

Business: Advanced Zoom meeting solutions for hybrid events

Location: 10 minutes from city center, near Bodnath Stupa

Award: TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019

Transport: Daily complimentary shuttle to Thamel

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Hotel Shambala offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Double or Twin Room

2 persons

230 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Suite

2 persons

500 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Facilities: Perfect

9.3/10Review score

General

Smoking allowed in designated areas
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Infinity pool
Rooftop pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Pedicure
Body scrub
Treatment room
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Dressing area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Shambala Location

Bansbari, Kathmandu, Nepal, 5831

Map view

Bansbari, Kathmandu, Nepal, 5831

City landmarks

Pagoda

Boudhanath Stupa

2.0 mi

Landmark

Pashupatinath Temple

2.3 mi

Mall

Saleways Supermarket

3600 ft

Landmark

Kopan Monastery

1.6 mi

Garden

Garden of Dreams

2.4 mi

Landmark

The Charumati Vihara Stupa

1.1 mi

Landmark

Bhadrakali Mandir

1.3 mi

Square

Kathmandu Durbar Square

3.3 mi

Landmark

Manakamana Mandir

1.8 mi

Landmark

Aarya Ghat

1.8 mi

Museum

The Taragaon Museum

1.8 mi

Monastery

Shechen Tennyi Dargyeling Gompa

1.8 mi

Museum

Narayanhity Palace

2.2 mi

Landmark

Khawalung Tashi Choeling Monastery

1.9 mi

Landmark

Bachhareshwari　Mandir Temple

1.8 mi

Landmark

Pandra Shivalaya

1.8 mi

Landmark

Mrigasthali Deer Park

1.8 mi

Landmark

Gauri Gaht

1.8 mi

Store

Vino Bistro

1.9 mi

Landmark

Thamel

2.5 mi

Landmark

Buddhist Art Gallery

1.9 mi

Landmark

कानीगुम्बा Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling Monastery

1.9 mi

Landmark

Buddha Park

1.9 mi

Landmark

Kirateshwar Mahadev

2.0 mi

Landmark

The Crematoria

2.2 mi

Landmark

Naag Pokhari

2.1 mi

Monastery

Tharlam Gompa

2.1 mi

Landmark

Durbar Marg

2.4 mi

Landmark

Ranipokhari

2.7 mi

Nearby

Park

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

1900 ft

Restaurants

Zen Bistro & Cafe

1800 ft

Bansbari Rd

Getting around

City Centre

Kathmandu5 min · 1.9 mi

Airports

Tribhuvan (KTM)14 min · 5.5 mi

Simara (SIF)167 min · 69.0 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 12 pm

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible at a location nearby for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of US$13 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Shambala from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 353 verified reviews

9.4/10

Perfect

94%

Recommend

Cleanliness

9.1/10

Comfort

9.3/10

Facilities

9.3/10

Free Wi-Fi

6.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Staff

9.5/10

Value for money

9.2/10

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