Hostel
The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel
Santinagar, Kathmandu, Nepal
About The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel
The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel is a hostel in Santinagar, Kathmandu, Nepal. Guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 35 reviews. Facilities include bar, gym. It is 3.3 km from the centre of Kathmandu. The nearest airport, Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), is 8.1 km away.
- Type
- Hostel
- Check-in from
- 11:00
- Check-out until
- 11:00
- Rooms
- 8
- Floors
- 6
- Opened
- 2011
- Last renovated
- 2023
- Other stays within 500 m
- 1
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Prices
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How The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel scores
Better rated than 60% of hotels in Kathmandu
- Guest rating 8.6
- Location 4.4
Kathmandu average
Amenities
Pool & wellness
- Gym
Food & drink
- Breakfast
- Bar
- Room service
Leisure
- Terrace
Parking & transport
- Parking
In the rooms
- Balcony
- Coffee or tea maker
- Blackout curtains
Based on the property listing at our booking partner.
Location
- Location score
- 4.4/10
- Walk grade
- 53/100 Somewhat walkable
- Restaurants & cafés within 500 m
- 19
- Shops within 500 m
- 2
- Sights within 1 km
- 3
| Nearest airportTribhuvan International Airport (KTM) | 8.1 km18 min drive |
|---|---|
| Distance to the centreKathmandu | 3.3 km7 min drive |
Main sights of Kathmandu
| Asan | 3.3 km8 min drive |
|---|---|
| Narayanhiti Palace | 3.9 km9 min drive |
Everyday places nearby
| PharmacyLiglig Gorkhali Health and Home Care | 1.4 km22 min walk |
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- Hotel Vajra Hotel ★★ 2.0 km away8.7
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Questions about The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel
How do guests rate The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel?
The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10 from 35 reviews, which is better than 60% of rated hotels in Kathmandu.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel?
Check-in starts at 11:00 and check-out is until 11:00.
Does The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel include breakfast?
Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.
Is there parking at The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel?
Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.
How far is The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel from the airport?
The nearest airport, Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), is 8.1 km away in a straight line.
When did The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel open?
The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel opened in 2011 and was last renovated in 2023.
How many rooms does The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel have?
The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel has 8 rooms on 6 floors.
Where is the nearest pharmacy to The Sparkling Turtle Backpackers Hostel?
Liglig Gorkhali Health and Home Care is the closest pharmacy we know of, about 1.4 km away (22 min walk).
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