Hotel Yak & Yeti

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay, and the breakfast was one of the highlights. I especially loved the Masala tea prepared by Mr Pralad, it was absolutely wonderful. He was exceptionally kind and went out of his way to fulfill my special request, which I greatly appreciated. A special thank you also to Ms. Manisha for her excellent tea service. She was always attentive, courteous and ensured that every cup was served with care and a warm smile. I would also like to thank Mr. Jhapad who was friendly, polite and attentive. He served us delicious crispy dosas. My sincere thanks also go to the entire breakfast and service team for their warm attitude and professionalism. Everyone was welcoming, attentive and eager to help, making each morning a pleasure. Best wishes, Losa Doma from Switzerland

I had an absolutely flawless experience from start to finish! The staff was incredibly welcoming and accommodating, and check-in was a breeze. My room was spotless, and everything was super comfortable. The location was convenient, with many attractions within walking distance, and I enjoyed a lovely garden view. The complimentary breakfast was fantastic, offering a wonderful variety each morning. I especially appreciated Chef Rajendra's omelet, served with his welcoming smile. Among the serving staff, Jhapad stood out for being exceptionally accommodating and attentive to our comfort, providing exceptional service. The front desk regularly checked in to ensure that nothing was amiss. The food was delicious and very affordable. I look forward to returning and highly recommend this hotel.

Exceptional 5-star experience with beautiful grounds! We had a wonderful stay. The rooms are amazing, and the gardens and lawns are perfectly manicured. The breakfast buffet offered a great variety with many impressive live counters. We also highly recommend the spa and sauna facilities; they are top-notch with separate sections for men and women, and the masseuses are clearly very experienced. Important Note: If you are booking a "Heritage Room," please be aware they do not come with a bathtub, despite what Agoda and other booking platforms might show. Dining: The Chimney: 5/5 – Absolute must-visit. Spice Room: 4/5 – Very good. Overall, the staff were incredibly helpful and made our stay seamless.

Our week long stay at Hotel Yak & Yeti was truly memorable from start to finish. We stayed at the quieter Durbar Wing, which offered a peaceful and comfortable retreat while still being close to the heart of Kathmandu. The restaurant experience was outstanding, genuinely one of the best I’ve had around the world. The food quality, service, and overall atmosphere were excellent. I think they serve the best biryani. A special thank you to the wonderful restaurant team: Anisha, Rajendra, Jhapad, Naresh, and Sonika, who were consistently attentive, friendly, and made every meal a pleasure. The reception team was equally impressive. The managers Sujita and Dristee, and Kritika at the reception, were warm, professional, and extremely helpful throughout our 1 week stay, ensuring everything was smooth and well taken care of. We would also like to commend Sameer from the Travel Desk, who provided great assistance and made planning our activities effortless. Overall, the staff’s friendliness and genuine hospitality made this stay truly special. Hotel Yak & Yeti delivers both comfort and excellent service. I would not hesitate to return or recommend it to anyone visiting Kathmandu.

Nice hotel to stay in the center of the city. Conveniently located, 20 minutes walk to Darbar Square and 2 minutes walk to Darbar Marg. Very polite and welcoming staff. I enjoyed staying at Hotel Yak & Yeti during my visit to Kathmandu. The food was excellent at The Chimney and Spice Room. Breakfast was delicious. The room was clean, beautifully designed and very comfortable. Laundry service was outstanding. The gardens and grounds were stunning. Overall a beautiful property, very friendly staff and a good location.

The restaurant staff Jhapad and housekeeping staff Lakshmi are soo kind and helpful!!! The hotel has a great combination of both cultural heritage and luxury. We greatly enjoyed our stay here - all the staff are so nice - thank you!!

Yak & Yeti offered a thoroughly charming experience. The lobby, lounge, restaurants, rooms, and garden are beautifully maintained. The food was consistently delicious with a wide variety offered. The breakfast buffet was phenomenal, and Rajendra created the best omlets. Most notable was the very attentive staff in all locations. Pratikshya and Sanjib, bartenders at Lounge 77, were delightful and full of interesting notes on Nepali culture and history. The front desk provided immediate answers and solutions to ensure an optimal time. Bonus that the location is within an easy walk to many key points of interest in Kathmandu. I highly recommend Yak&Yeti!

We arrived at the Yak and Yeti with high expectations of receiving excellent service with comfortable rooms and a great location - based on the fact that 41 years ago, when we first stayed here, that is what we experienced. We were so happy that the hotel did not disappoint hat we will not wait another 41 years for our return. We want to extent a heart felt thank you to Miss Muskan and all the staff at the Yak and Yeti for their attentiveness and warm welcome.

It was a lovely stay at the hotel. The hotel had great breakfast everyday. I was impressed by the variety of food and the service. People like Jhapad and Neha (?) went out of their way to make things more pleasant. They are very hard workers and I appreciate their willingness to help out.

7 may We truly enjoyed our stay at Hotel Yak and Yeti. Muskan from Guest Relations made a lasting impression with how caring and attentive she was. She made us feel comfortable from day one and was always there whenever we needed anything. Thank you for making our stay memorable.

Yak and Yeti is one of the finest hotels in Kathmandu. It offers leisure, warmth and great hospitality to visitors. The food is excellent for Indian palette. The staff special mention to Jhapad and Rajanish from the Spice Room restaurant are very welcoming, friendly and extend best service. The hotel has lovely gardens and view from each room. Its proximity to the Pashupatinath temple is cherry on the cake. We had most memorable stay with them as a family. Can’t wait to return.

I wanted to love this hotel because of its grand history as a rana palace and also The hotel founded by the famous Russian Boris who made it the cultural heart of Kathmandu after literally bringing a king back into power with him from India. I stayed three nights waiting on a flight out during the holidays and it’s really more a 2 -3 star hotel even with the lovely grounds and history. While receiving a massage (naked except for a small towel covering my privates) there was yelling and the knocking at the spa door, the boyfriend of the staff, and she opened the door and had a heated exchange with him while I literally was left blowing in the breeze. My air conditioning malfunctioned at 11 pm, a man came to fix it who spoke no English, did nothing, and left, then a manager came and said he would take care of it, next the first man came Back, then the man and the manager. They suggested I watch it to see if it went down and I told them I was going to sleep. I woke up at 1 am as somehow the heat was turned on instead of the AC. Food was so so, there were huge rushes from tour groups that would drop their. Napkins, food and other things in the floor and they would sit there for over an hour afterwards. Disgusting. I called for a meeting with the manager and he told me there was nothing to be done about all the above as in Nepal people get hired based on their connections and now how good they are at the job which might be true for government but not a private business. I have started staying at 2 star hotels at 1/5 the cost and get better service, food, and spa services. I how they get their hotel together as it’s a embarrassment as is and coming from somewhere like Bangkok where five star hotels cater to you near perfectly it feels like a slum.

Stayed at Hotel Yak & Yeti, Kathmandu and had a truly pleasant experience. The hotel is housed in a stunning heritage palace with beautifully maintained gardens, offering a calm and relaxing environment despite being right in the city center. Its location on Durbar Marg is ideal, with easy access to major attractions, shopping areas, and good restaurants. The rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable, blending traditional character with modern amenities. Housekeeping and overall upkeep were excellent. The staff deserve special mention for their warm hospitality, professionalism, and willingness to assist at all times. Dining was another highlight of the stay, especially at the Spice Room, which serves delicious Indian cuisine in an elegant and refined setting. Overall, Hotel Yak & Yeti offers a great balance of history, comfort, and excellent service. A highly recommended stay in Kathmandu.

Just in general this hotel is incredible but Abiral, Piyuss, and Sanjib personally have made my stay so pleasant. They taught me so much about the history of the establishment and about the local culture in such a short time I cannot express my thanks enough for this. If you want to experience Kathmandu you must stay at Hotel Yak and Yeti and ask for these gentleman.

We had a truly 5 star luxury experience at yak and yeti .The natural Beauty & historical beauty surrounding the hotel is breathtaking and the service was excellent. Especially thanks to Rozy for Your Great service and beautiful smile. Thank you everyone for your warm hospitality. i would highly recommend it to everyone we would love to visit again.

I have stayed at the Yak and Yeti twice now, and I have to say the moment you step into the Yak & Yeti Hotel, you feel it—an immediate sense of grounded elegance paired with genuine human warmth. As someone who has spent a career thinking about well-being, resilience, and the environments that foster both, I can say this place gets it right on every level. There’s a kind of quiet coherence here. The architecture honors history without feeling dated, the gardens offer a calming, almost restorative presence, and the staff consistently demonstrate a level of attentiveness that feels both professional and deeply authentic. That balance—between excellence and humanity—is rare. What stands out most—truly—is how extraordinary the staff are. Their presence isn’t just helpful; it’s uplifting. Every interaction reflects a kind of mindful engagement that goes beyond hospitality into something more meaningful. They listen, they notice, they respond—not mechanically, but with a sincerity and emotional intelligence that is deeply reassuring. In psychological terms, they create an environment of trust and ease almost instantly, which has a measurable impact on how welcomed and settled you feel. What impressed me further is how effortlessly the hotel supports both productivity and relaxation. Whether you’re preparing for a demanding day of work or simply seeking a space to recalibrate, the environment adapts to you. The rooms are thoughtfully designed, providing comfort without excess, and the overall atmosphere encourages clarity of mind. And again, it’s the people who elevate everything. The team seems to anticipate needs before they’re even articulated, and they do so with grace and consistency. That kind of intuitive service is not easily taught—it reflects a culture of care that is clearly embedded in the organization. I love the 4th floor Executive Level’s High Tea, Happy Hour and endless snacks – 24 hours a day. They even made a cake for our expedition team welcoming us back with traditional shawl scarves and unmatched, authentic hospitality. I want to publicly thank Shradha Upreti, Front Office Executive, and her Club Shangri-La Team members Amar and Suman - they are rockstars of service and kindness! My favorite room (530), a 2 room suite, looks out over the beautiful, private grounds in the back with white ducks, gardens, ponds and pool. Just as beautiful to look out on as it is to be in. And the breakfast is great, which at home I would skip, but not here! In a city as vibrant and dynamic as Kathmandu, the Yak & Yeti stands out as a place of both refuge and connection. It doesn’t just meet expectations—it elevates them, quietly and confidently. If you’re looking for a stay that supports both your external goals (like a bucket list climb to Everest Base Camp) and your internal well-being, this is a place I recommend without hesitation.

Extremely Disappointing Dining Experience: Pathetic Service and Horrible Breakfast My recent stay at the Yak & Yeti was significantly marred by the appalling quality of the restaurant service and the breakfast offerings. Frankly, the dining experience bordered on unacceptable for a hotel of this reputation. The service provided by the restaurant staff was, without exaggeration, pathetic and among the worst I have encountered in any professional establishment. Waiters were consistently inattentive, requiring multiple requests for basic items like coffee or cutlery. Simple tasks were met with slow, lethargic responses, giving the distinct impression that staff were uninterested or completely overwhelmed. There was a profound lack of professional supervision, resulting in chaos rather than efficient service. The breakfast was equally dismal. The selection was poor, and the food quality was truly horrible. Items appeared stale or undercooked, and hot food was often served lukewarm or cold. The station was poorly maintained, frequently running out of core items that were slow to be replenished. It was clear that neither freshness nor quality control was a priority. This level of failure in both basic hospitality and food provision is a critical oversight. I strongly caution future guests to seek dining alternatives, as the restaurant significantly detracts from the overall experience of staying at the Yak & Yeti.

Disappointing Experience Due to Staff and Management I recently stayed at Hotel Yak & Yeti and was extremely disappointed by the way the situation I faced was handled by both the staff and management. While the property itself is beautiful and has a strong reputation, the service fell far below acceptable standards. The staff were unhelpful and unprofessional, and when the issue was escalated, the management showed little interest in listening, taking responsibility, or offering any meaningful resolution. Instead of addressing concerns respectfully, the attitude felt dismissive and indifferent, which only made the experience worse. For a hotel of this caliber, guest service and accountability should be a priority, but unfortunately that was not my experience. A hotel can have great facilities, but poor staff behavior and weak management completely overshadow everything else. I would advise future guests to be cautious and not assume that the level of service matches the reputation of the hotel.

Wonderful environment, excellent service, food was delicious, staffs are just amazing and very cordial yet highly efficient. I would give it 10 out of 10 on any given day. If you truly want create memories, this is the place in whole Kathmandu. Ms. Muskan at help desk was just amazing!! Thanks Yak & Yeti for providing such a high standard of hospitality.

Hotel Yak & Yeti never fails to impress! I’ve been here several times for different events, and every experience has been wonderful. The ambience, hospitality, and overall service always feel premium. The food is consistently delicious, and the staff are professional and genuinely warm. A truly classic hotel that lives up to its reputation elegant, welcoming, and timeless. Highly recommended! ✨