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Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa

4.5 star property
Luxury Kathmandu hotel in Thamel with a full-service spa
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Garden
Executive King Room
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Executive King Room
Executive King Room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
J P Road, Thamel, Kathmandu, 11856
  • Nara Devi Temple
    7 min walk
  • Asan Tole
    8 min walk
  • Everest Steak House
    1 min walk
  • Kathmandu (KTM-Tribhuvan Intl.)
    20 min drive

Room options

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Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe King Room

Deluxe King Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive King Room

Executive King Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
Pillow menu
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Penthouse Suite

Penthouse Suite

Highlights

Lanai
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Kathmandu

A luxury stay in Kathmandu awaits you at Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Kathesimbhu Stupa and Nara Devi Temple. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include in-room washers/dryers, free WiFi and LCD TVs. .A day of pampering at Penguinium can include deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The restaurant, Royal Penguin Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Turkish bath/hammam and sauna as well as access to yoga classes. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room, a conference centre, and a 24-hour business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Continental breakfast is available. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Thamel hotel include Asan Tole and Garden of Dreams.

What's nearby

  • Garden of Dreams - 9 min walk
  • Kathmandu Durbar Square - 12 min walk
  • Kathmandu Civil Mall - 16 min walk
  • Swayambhunath - 4 min drive
  • Pashupatinath Temple - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Kathmandu (KTM-Tribhuvan Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mitho Restaurant, Thamel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mitra - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KungFu Noodles Works - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Little Tibet Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pilgrims 24 Restaurant & Bar (Formerly Feed 'n' Read) - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa

Luxury Kathmandu hotel in Thamel with a full-service spa
Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a 24-hour health club, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • 1 building
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2012
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa offers 14 accommodations with washers/dryers and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Penguinium has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: USD 5 to 8 for adults and USD 5 to 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Royal Penguin Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 40
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.00 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 8 for adults and USD 5 to 8 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle (one way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15.00 (one-way)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100 (subject to availability)
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB International.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Royal Penguin
Penguin Boutique
Royal Boutique Hotel
Royal Penguin Boutique
Aria Boutique Hotel Kathmandu
Royal Penguin Boutique Hotel Kathmandu
Royal Penguin Boutique Kathmandu
Royal Penguin Hotel
Aria Boutique Kathmandu

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a spa on site at Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Penguinium is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as hot stone massages.

What makes Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa.

Is Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and supervised childcare, as well as childcare services and cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is on offer at Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 191 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 191 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 191 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 191 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 191 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
We chose the penthouse, because I felt like a penthouse would be good. It wasn’t. We flew late at night from the US only to learn that the penthouse was on the 5th floor and they didn’t have an elevator. This made it impossible to stop by quickly at the hotel to get a hat or quickly change a shirt. We didn’t stay. We left the same night and went and stayed at their sister property with an elevator. From what I could see, the penthouse terrace was nice but I wasn’t about to do stairs the whole time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Kristen, Vancouver

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good customer service. Internet issues and only warm water.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.The staff was very helpful and hospitable. They were accommodating at every request we made.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Javed, Abu Dhabi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was fine except the non availability of lift. I am a 70 years old senior citizen and given a room on 4th floor. I had to jump 64 stairs to reach in room. It was difficult to go second time in room in day
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

TeguhSubiantoro, Alameda,California.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to the street , walking distance to the restourants, ATM etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was room service a a decent room for massages.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in a "Deluxe" room which was too small by normal standards - cramped interior with things hemmed in! There was not much space to freely move around. There was no shower curtain to start with and the hotel provided a hot water kettle after reminders. Prompt and pleasing staff service with a good breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like sleeping in a space ship in the center of Kathmandu , our stay at the Aria was out of this world ! Beautiful facility, wonderful staff, and free hot breakfast once a day ( available for order) , what more could you ask for? 10/10 Can’t wait to stay at another Aria.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay at the Aria Boutique Hotel was fantastic! The staff were very quick in replying to my messages when I requested airport transfer to the hotel, which was especially important after my long flight didn't arrive until after 11pm. The taxi they arranged got my trip off to a good start. Check-in was very easy and I loved the room. There were so many little things that combined to provide a great experience. I still smile about the various door hangers that I could choose from. Having breakfast (great Nepali omelette) at any time was great when I was recovering from early or late travelling. The hotel is in a great location, just a short walk to Durbar Square and the Garden of Dreams, while also next to all the restaurants, shops and bars in Thamel, and the hotel spa gave an excellent massage to relax my legs from all the walking and exploring. The hotel reception were so helpful in booking and giving suggestions about tours, which gave me 3 incredible days of memories. All in all - excellent and I'd definately stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

MOTI, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a lovely hotel. Staffs were very helpful and lovely as well. I loved food, beautiful room,and the staffs. I highly recommend this place for anyone. Moti
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

MUHAMMAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Nice place, within budget
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are spacious and modern. Location central. Fruit facial unique.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Laxmi

They first put me in a room that had mildew. When I complained, they moved me to another room with less mildew. On my last night, I saw two cockaroaches in this room. Also, the water is discolored. This hotel is NOT a 4 star hotel. Not worth the price at all. Highly recommend you stay elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

KA YEE CARRIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel restaurant ‘s food is delicious ,all the staffs are very polite ,only the bathroom hot water supply need to improve,this is the second times we come ,will come again soon !Anyway highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient to get to places and plenty of restaurants and bars
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoy Kathmandu
The hotel staff are friendly and room ready when arrived. Room was clean, good WiFi. Breakfast is good with a good variety. It can be a little noisy, but that is Thamel in Kathmandu. So try to get a higher room or one facing the quieter street. Location is great for Thamel and walking to Durbar Square.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Deepmala, Jaipur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay at Aria, the location, room and facilities are wonderful. Staff are so helpful, Neema and Mingma were so efficient and helpful.. It is used to imagine that in Thamel there can be such a great place. Highly rec.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel. Very central. Wonderful staff. Always stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Valtteri

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, bit outdated
Good service, good premises. Could be in better condition.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018