The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret offers personalized morning meals and quality coffee. After exploring nearby attractions, guests can relax at the bar or restaurant with free WiFi. Helpful staff provides express check-in, luggage storage, and knowledgeable concierge services.
Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café is just 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from the airport and offers pick-up service (available 24 hours). You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Garden of Dreams and Durbar Marg are within a 15-minute walk.
At a glance
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Hotel size
22 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Motorcycle parking only on site
Free offsite parking within 164 ft
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Transfers
Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–1:00 PM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Water dispenser
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Art gallery on site
Bicycle parking
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Vegan dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Local culture & ecosystem education
100% renewable energy
Lockers available
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
43-inch Smart TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Phone
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
Water-efficient toilets only
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 15 per vehicle. Maximum occupancy 2
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
Frequently asked questions
Does Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café?
Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 15 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Ballys Casino (11-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Garden of Dreams (7-min walk) and Durbar Marg (11-min walk), along with Kathmandu Durbar Square (13-min walk) and Swayambhunath (1.7 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café like?
Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café is in Thamel, a short 7-minute walk from Garden of Dreams and 11 minutes' walk from Durbar Marg.
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Reviews
Central Courtyard - Heritage Hötel & Artisan Café Reviews
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Exceptional
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10
Cleanliness
9.4
Amenities
10
Staff & service
10
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was freshly made to order and of excellent quality, with a wide variety of options. (35 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2026
Absolutely brilliant place! A hidden gem with the nicest staff, which really makes this place special . Clean, cute rooms, and easily walkable around town
melissa
melissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2026
Clean rooms, good location, excellent staff!
Viktor
Viktor, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2026
Shops and inexpensive restaurants close by
Donald
Donald, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 23, 2026
Clean room and good location
ujwal
ujwal, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2026
Stayed at the Heritage Room. Large and spacious. Nice view of the courtyard. Everything is within distance. Staff are polite and attentive.
Diva
Diva, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
Great staff and location. The view was nice everyone was friendly and helpful
Christian
Christian, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2025
What an amazing stay! The staff were wonderful, and the location was perfect!
Alexander
Alexander, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2025
Fantastic place to stay. Out of three hotels we stayed at in Kathmandu, we liked this one the best by far - great location, very clean yet quiet and superb staff.
If we are ever back in Kathmandu, will stay here again.
Pavel
Pavel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2026
Room was amazing. Everything that was in the room was in great condition. Staff was very courteous and accommodating.
Manak
Manak, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2025
The hotel was awesome - within walking distance to many things. Very clean, great breakfast, and the staff was so friendly and helpful!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2025
Clean rooms, great location. Quiet but mins away from all the shops. Great staff. Great everything! Breakfast served till 2:30pm!!!
Oliver
Oliver, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 6, 2026
Helpful staff. Conveniently located. Breakfast choices are limited but cooked to order. If mobility is a problem lower floors have less stairs to climb. No elevator
AL
AL, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2025
all round very good just what we expected staff realy helpful
gordon
gordon, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 3, 2025
The staff were very courteous and helpful. The breakfasts were also tasty. The location is also very central. Would recommend.
Jason Lee
Jason Lee, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2025
Everything was fantastic. People really warm, kind and helpful. The facilities were really good. Very well located. I really loved it!!
Netzahualcoyotl
Netzahualcoyotl, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2025
Great breakfast menu. Open at good times. Lovely staff.
Erica Baker
Erica Baker, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2025
Lovely property and super courteous staff. Good location - close to the heart of everything but a few streets away from the noisiest areas means peaceful night’s sleep. Definitely planning on returning
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2025
Excellent value, smaller hotel in central location
Charming, small scale authentic hotel; welcoming, helpful staff, very clean, very good breakfast. Will be staying again.
Laurence
Laurence, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2025
You can taste the traditional breakfast here. The room and bed are very good. The shower water is hot enough. Good location of the hotel.
Carrie
Carrie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2025
Wonderful stay!
Wonderful comfortable place - super friendly staff and wonderful breakfast. Best cappuccino!!
Lisa
Lisa, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2026
My stay here felt like a movie. After a long walks around Thamel I’d return to this safe place to rinse off and sleep like a rock.
The baggage storage has been key for me as I’m out trekking for the next week. Trustworthy, kind folks.
The breakfast also stands out - clean, calm — can’t wait to try to Swiss rosti upon my return.
Excellent stay, definitely returning on future trips to Nepal.
Trevor
Trevor, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2025
Great cozy place to stay, nice location.
The hotel is beautiful inside and out. The included coffee and breakfast was very good, Service from the staff was top notch! Recommended!
Marcel-Olivier
Marcel-Olivier, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2025
Fantastic hotel with a wonderful staff! Everyone was very kind and I appreciated the free upgrade. The owner was quite friendly and accommodating while the hotel provided a unique charm and lovely atmosphere. I greatly enjoyed my stay here!
Michaelangelo Francisco
Michaelangelo Francisco, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Fantastic experience
The rooms were beautifully furnished with local handicrafts and everything was very comfortable!
The breakfast was also excellent !
Boon Larp
Boon Larp, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2024
A fabulous small hotel so reasonably priced. Traditional decor and great breakfast. Clean, easy to access tours and old town.