Great place to stay. It had everything - a gym (which is rare for hotels in that area), a spa onsite where i had amazing massages, and excellent breakfast spread which you can enjoy with a view of a cosy courtyard. The hotel is in/close to the Thamel district where shops and restaurants abound, so very conveniently located. Service, particularly at the restaurant during breakfast, was fantastic! Great wait staff.

The hotel should consider installing Netflix-enabled TVs in the rooms. Most of the other 4-star hotels in the area have this service, so i feel it’s only a matter of time that this hotel ought to as well. Probably not a big issue but the WiFi did drop a few times over the course of the 6 days i stayed there. The barman could be friendlier… nothing draws a crowd better than a friendly barman and good music…. although my guess is language differences may have been the obstacle and handicap in this instance, because Nepalis are generally very hospitable, and friendly.

Thrive Hotel in Kathmandu impressed me so much that I felt inspired to write this review. It’s a truly outstanding hotel with a clean, well-maintained property where every detail is thoughtfully designed. The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, always ready to assist and make your stay as comfortable as possible. The hotel’s restaurant is a highlight, offering delicious dishes served in a beautifully designed interior. On the top floor, there is a gym with sufficient equipment, but the real gem is the breathtaking view of Kathmandu, including the famous Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple. A small note for those who care about gym equipment: The gym includes a bench, dumbbells up to 20 kg, horizontal and vertical cable pulls, leg curl and leg extension machines, a press machine with adjustable angles, an elliptical trainer, a stationary bike, a treadmill, as well as complimentary water and towels.

The only minor downside was the noisy ventilation at night, but it wasn’t a major issue.

We were a family group so opted for the 3 bedroom apartment on 5th floor that was amazing. worked really well for our long weekend in Kathmandu including the Everest flight on the Saturday morning. Airport only 1/2 hour a way. Short 10 in walk into central Thamel for restaurants and shopping. And we walked to Durbar Square and other Kathmandu sights. Lovely peaceful setting and inner courtyard & great food in the hotel restaurant. Staff very helpful & they organised a hotel driver to take us out for the day to see some of the other sights in Kathmandu like Monkey Temple and Buddha Stupa.

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Everything is outstanding. The service, the (fresh) food, the peaceful and sleek environment. The tropical garden is heavenly and quiet, in the heart of Kathmandu. You don’t hear anything from the street, only a zen music background, the charming noise of the flowing water from the stunning fountain. It’s a very safe place, with amazing security guards. The rooms are super clean, spacious, and neat. We felt like home. Thank you a million times for making our Kathmandu trip so special.

Nothing really :) it was perfect.

Flew over from San Francisco all the way to KTM and stayed in this beautiful property peacefully tucked away in the center of Thamel. The service provided by the polite staff was exceptional and the location of the hotel made it accessible to visit anywhere around town. The rooms were clean with very comfortable beds and offered an insight to Nepali Heritage. This hotel was the only hotel I could find that was in Thamel but offered peace due to the luscious tropical courtyard that had a vast range of greenery which made Hotel Thrive a blissful getaway from the chaos in the area. I would also highly recommend trying the Pork chop here.

The tropical courtyard was a real pleasure. The restaurant served a good variety of food and even cooked something to order for us, which we appreciated. Staff were attentive, polite and helpful, always eager to serve the customer. Definitely recommended, and good value for the tourist wanting a bit of luxury at an affordable price.

Noisy guests in the courtyard, which doubled as a smoking area. Some kind of notice asking guests to be respectful of others by keeping noise to a minimum might have helped, but some folk would probably take no notice anyway! The sound was sometimes clearly audible in our room which faced the courtyard. When other guests were quiet, the courtyard was a lovely place to sit, with the birds and the waterfall providing a welcome contrast to the noise and bustle of Thamel just outside the gates.

Although situated in the middle of Thamel it is very calm and quiet. The green inner yard enhance the restful feeling. Personal was very freely and helpful and the standard of the room is very nice - the beds are really comfy 😊

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Excellent location, very convenient to Durbar Square, former Palace, Peace Garden, Monkey Temple and Thamel. I walked everywhere. The courtyard garden was an oasis and I had trees and birds outside my window. Staff were very friendly, courteous and helpful. Breakfast was very good. Chiya Nepali tea was excellent and the spicy pumpkin soup was outstanding.

Had the Ayurveda massage and there was nothing specially or genuinely Ayurveda included. It was just another massage. I had to leave early morning for a flight and breakfast wasn't open until 7:00. A packed croissant and fruit would have been appreciated. Perhaps I should have asked. Driving from the airport through the narrow, seedy streets of the old city I was a bit shocked about the location, but then we drove into Hotel Thrive and it was wonderful. So not bad at all!!

We traveled as a group of four friends and had an incredible stay at Thrive Hotel! The location is perfect—within walking distance of Thamel. The staff and manager are extremely helpful and friendly; everyone greets you with a smile and makes you feel special. We enjoyed the hotel restaurant, bar, and spa services. Additionally, the hotel assisted us in organizing trips, tickets, and taxis at preferential rates, including private drivers, tourist guides, and mountain flights. We highly recommend this hotel to anyone—10/10! True masters of hospitality. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

Location is ideal for exploring old town and shopping, restaurants. Staff polite and hard working. Quiet despite being in a busy, crowded area. Most rooms ( not all ) look into a small garden..Junior suite has no view ( we were at 218 ) . It has a small balcony that overlooks the hotel building and a glimpse of the garden if you peep over the railing. Courtyard , though small, is a nice place to hang out. Spotless and clean bathroom and room . Hot water and good pressure in the shower. Comfortable bed. . City was really dusty ( we were there in February) and it must be really difficult to keep the hotel so clean. The staff managed that well. Flexible about check-in, if rooms are available. Overall, a decent place to stay in Thamel.

The breakfast buffet is minimal. When it gets crowded, it is difficult for staff to handle ( we saw only 3 of them.on all 5 days we were there ) , though they were doing a phenomenal job. Had to remind them to replenish food. They accept special requests , like an omlette. No live corner. Coffee quality could be improved.