Royal Penguin Boutique Hotel & Spa, Kathmandu ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Thamel, J.P. Road, Kathmandu, Nepal

“The hotel is perfectly situated in the lively heart of Thamel, making it easy to dive into all the vibrant action of Kathmandu.”view full review

Royal Penguin Boutique Hotel & Spa features uniquely decorated rooms with installations from Southeast Asia and offers a 24-hour breakfast service. This 4-star family-friendly hotel is situated on a quiet side street in Thamel, a well-known tourist area.

Rooms & Amenities

Each room includes a comfortable sitting area with a made-to-order coffee table, a kettle, and complimentary tea and coffee accessories. Notable decor features include pictures of prominent Nepali artists, stone installations, and plush stuffed animals on the beds. Some accommodations offer mountain views.

Dining & Leisure

The Cave Restaurant serves Indian and international cuisines, with a 24-hour menu featuring over 200 recipes. Guests can enjoy refreshing drinks at the Jaguarundi bar, and the hotel's wellness offerings include a spa with various beauty treatments and a sauna.

Services & Local Area

Royal Penguin Boutique Hotel & Spa provides a roundtrip airport shuttle and offers guided tours, allowing guests to explore local attractions. The hotel is 3.5 miles from Pashupatinath Temple and 1 miles from Kathmandu Durbar Square. Nearby transportation options include multiple bus stations within a short walking distance.

Family & Activities

The hotel's family-friendly services include special children's menus and babysitting options. For those pursuing an active lifestyle, yoga courses and personalized tours are available through the hotel's travel agency. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the property.

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

Penthouse Suite

2 persons

37 m²

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower

Heating

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Executive Double Room

2 persons

34 m²

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower

Heating

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Executive Twin Room

2 persons

34 m²

2 Double beds

Shower

Heating

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Superior Twin Room

2 persons

26 m²

2 Double beds

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Kathmandu 1.6 km

Airports

Tribhuvan (KTM) 12.3 km

Simara (SIF) 107.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Room Service

“I ordered dinner in my room a few times, and every meal was good, fresh, and well-prepared.” view full review

Helpful Breakfast Options

“While I needed an early breakfast option that wasn't available, it would be great if they could offer packed breakfasts for early checkouts.” view full review

Cozy & Comfortable

“The living area in the room was inviting and provided a perfect space to relax after a busy day exploring.” view full review

Comfy Beds!

“The beds in the room were exceptionally comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep after long days of activities.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site car park
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Cycling

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

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

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Babysitting/Child services

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Thamel, J.P. Road, Kathmandu, Nepal

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Thamel, J.P. Road, Kathmandu, Nepal

City landmarks

Square

Kathmandu Durbar Square

1.9 km

Landmark

Swayambhunath

2.4 km

Landmark

Hanuman Dhoka

1.9 km

Landmark

Thamel

1.1 km

Museum

Narayanhity Palace

1.5 km

Park

Ratna Park

1.5 km

Pagoda

Swayambhunath Temple

2.9 km

Landmark

Indra Chowk

660 m

Landmark

Freak Street

1.9 km

Landmark

Shiva Mandir Temple

900 m

Landmark

Kal Bhairab Temple

840 m

Museum

Gaddi Baithak

920 m

Landmark

Durbar Marg

1.5 km

Landmark

Pashupatinath Temple

3.8 km

Landmark

The Tribhuvan

890 m

Landmark

Durbar Marg Street

820 m

Landmark

Ghanta Ghar Clock Tower

820 m

Square

Durbar Square

1.9 km

Landmark

Taleju Temple

1.9 km

Landmark

Basantapur Tower

1.9 km

Landmark

Kumari Chowk

1.5 km

Nearby

Garden

Garden of Dreams

370 m

Ranipokhari

370 m

Naghal Tole

Kathesimbu Stupa

370 m

South of Durbar Sq Katmandu Valley

Seto Machhendranath Temple

370 m

Thahiti Chowk

370 m

Sagarmatha Bazaar

Mandala Street

370 m

Itum Bahal

370 m

Nara Devi Temple

370 m

Pagoda

Three Goddesses Temples

370 m

Restaurants

Anatolia Halal Food Restaurant

20 m

J.P Road Thamel

Blueberry Kitchen & Coffee Shop

270 m

Paknajol Marg In Side Kathmndu Madhubhan Guest House

Pho99 Thamel

60 m

JP Road Thamel Right at Hotel Tayoma next to Potala Guest House

Roadhouse Cafe Thamel

500 m

Thamel

Cafe De Genre

80 m

J.P. Rd

Fire And Ice Pizzeria

630 m

219 Sanchaya Kosh Bhawan next to Himalayan Bank & in the vicinity of The Garden of Dreams

Mountain Steak House Restaurant

110 m

Chhetrapati

Cafe Mitra Restaurant & Bar

150 m

Thamel Marg Ashok Galli

Pilgrims 24 Restaurant & Bar

220 m

Kwabahal

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