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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 770 guest reviews
- Our hotel comes with an outdoor pool
- Airport shuttle available
- Avg. Group Discount of 11.7%!
- Fitness center on property
- 270 sleeping rooms in hotel
- Check out: 12:00 Noon
- Hotel has a green policy
- Group friendly rating of 7.0/10
- 8 meeting rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Local Attractions
City Center, Shopping, Embassies, International Airlines Offices, Tourist District Thamel, Royal Palace Museum.
Map & Landmarks: Hotel Yak & Yeti
Property Description
Hotel Yak and Yeti, is a premier five-star deluxe oasis in the heart of Kathmandu, Nepal. Modern day sophistication greets cultural heritage in the ample grounds of the 100-year-old palace and newly designed structure of the hotel. Find refuge among antique fountains, gilded temples and emerald gardens as you remain just moments away from all the shops and adventure of the Kathmandu city, located at Durbar Marg. Hotel Yak & Yeti with its historic character, suitable for both short and long stay, is fashioned as the fusion of modern design and the nobleness of original heritage interiors. This exceptional city center hotel is located minutes away from both domestic and international airport and continues to be the city's leading luxury hotel for business and leisure.HISTORIC CHARACTERWith the historic character of the hotel and the new and upgraded facilities, the Yak & Yeti continues to be the city's leading luxury business and leisure hotel. Although it is an ultra-modern hotel, the traditional Nepali architectural features have been preserved.Some of the display carved windows is more than 200 years old. It captures the old charm and style of Kathmandu, while providing the international quality standards of accommodation and dining facilities.The embodiment of history, legend and tradition, the Hotel Yak and Yeti is a perfect blend of contemporary international standards and time-honored tradition. Explore Nepal's rich cultural heritage while finding solace in the luxurious comfort of this former Rana Palace.Rest in the neo-classical Lal Durbar or Red Palace, built more than a century ago by the then Prime Minister Bir Shumsher Jung Bahadur Rana. A centerpiece of the Yak and Yeti's impressive hotel, the meticulously restored, Lal Durbar now houses two historic restaurants, banquet rooms, a grand ballroom and casino. Comfortably manicured rooms, striking Himalayan views, and its premier location make the Yak and Yeti an obvious destination for business and for travel.
Green Sustainability
Hotel Yak & Yeti runs a Green Program called - Blue Waste to Value that transforms waste to valuable materials.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 01:00 PM |
| Check Out: | 12:00 Noon |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2014 |
| Floors: | 5 |
| Rooms: | 270 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 150 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 5 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 138 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 109 |
| Suites: | 19 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 8 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 16310 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 1000 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | On-site |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 11 AM - 11 PM |
| Pool Info: Outdoor swimming pool - open from 7 AM until 8 PM. Fitness Center opens from 7 AM until 10 PM. | |
| Ownership: | Yak and Yeti Hotel |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Free cancellations are allowed until 72 hours of arrival date. In case of late cancellation, 1 night retention will be charged on meal plan. | |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
| Total Taxes: | 24.30% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| VAT: Value Added Tax: | 13.00 VAT % Inclusive |
| GST: Goods and Services Tax: | 10.00 GST % |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 24.30% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 24.30% |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 10.00 Per Day (Per account in US Dollars) |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 10.00 Per Day (Per account in US Dollars) |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 10.00 Per Day (Per account in US Dollars) |
| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: | 10.00 Per Day (Per account in US Dollars) |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 24.30% (Service charge and Vat) |
| Audio Visual Service Charge: | 24.30% (Service charge and Vat) |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 15.00 Per Person (US Dollars) |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 15.00 Per Person (US Dollars) |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 20.00 Per Person (US Dollars) |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 20.00 Per Person (US Dollars) |
| Morning Break Cost: | 3.00 Per Person (US Dollars) |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 3.00 Per Person (US Dollars) |
| Banquet Soda: | 3.00 Per Person (US Dollars) |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 2.00 Per Person (US Dollars) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Airport Shuttle
- Baggage storage facilities
- Bus parking
- Car rental
- Central location
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Currency exchange
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fitness and health center
- Generator for sleeping rooms
- Generator for public spaces
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Internet - wireless
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Jogging path
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Mini bar
- Non-smoking rooms
- Office or business center
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Private garden grounds
- Quiet location
- Restaurant
- 24 hours room service
- Safe in rooms
- Sauna
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shop
- Shower
- Spa
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- Tennis court
Airport & Shuttle Information
Tribhuvan International Airport is 4.5 kms away from the Hotel and is a 15 minutes drive.
Local Shuttle Info: Hotel Shuttle for airport transfers is available at extra cost, unless specified.
Breakfast Information
Hotel Yak & Yeti Sunrise Restaurant located in the lobby level offers both buffet and ala carte meals during breakfast, lunch and dinner. Choice of Continental / Indian / Chinese / Russian / Mexican / Italian and Nepalese cuisine available.
Pet Friendly?
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Parking Info
Both underground parking and ground level parking available in the hotel, free of charge for hotel guests.
Internet / WiFI
High speed Wi Fi Internet available in all guest rooms, restaurants, meeting halls and public areas of the hotel.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Roadhouse Cafe - Start your day with delicious breakfast options. Located 1.2 km from Hotel Yak & Yeti.
- Lunch: OR2K - Savor vegetarian and vegan dishes in a vibrant setting. Located 1.8 km from Hotel Yak & Yeti.
- Dinner: Thamel House Restaurant - Enjoy traditional Nepali cuisine in a cozy atmosphere. Located 2.5 km from Hotel Yak & Yeti.
- Activity: Explore Durbar Square - Immerse yourself in the rich history and architecture of Kathmandu. Located 0.5 km from Hotel Yak & Yeti.
- Breakfast: The Everest Bakery - Indulge in freshly baked goods and aromatic coffee. Located 0.8 km from Hotel Yak & Yeti.
- Lunch: Newa Mo:Mo - Try authentic Nepali dumplings in a casual setting. Located 1.1 km from Hotel Yak & Yeti.
- Dinner: Fire & Ice Pizzeria - Relish wood-fired pizzas and Italian delicacies. Located 1.3 km from Hotel Yak & Yeti.
- Activity: Visit Swayambhunath Stupa - Climb the steps to this iconic Buddhist temple and enjoy panoramic views of Kathmandu. Located 3.2 km from Hotel Yak & Yeti.
- Breakfast: Himalayan Java Coffee - Start your day with a cup of premium Nepali coffee. Located 1.5 km from Hotel Yak & Yeti.
- Lunch: Kathmandu Steak House - Enjoy juicy steaks and international cuisine. Located 1.9 km from Hotel Yak & Yeti.
- Dinner: Bhojan Griha - Experience a cultural dinner with traditional music and dance performances. Located 2.7 km from Hotel Yak & Yeti.
- Activity: Take a day trip to Bhaktapur - Explore the ancient city's well-preserved architecture and vibrant culture. Located 13.5 km from Hotel Yak & Yeti.
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Group vs. Individual Rates at Hotel Yak & Yeti
The chart above shows trends of prices for both our group quotes and the best individual traveler prices we could find at the time the group/meeting bid was entered. The best group or meeting displayed is 18.6% in the month of March 2024 and the highest average individual rate is $247 in the month of October 2023. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Hotel Yak & Yeti in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Hotel Yak & Yeti
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Hotel Yak & Yeti.
Feel free to use the Hotel Yak & Yeti meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Kathmandu event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Regal Ballroom | 144 x 59 x 19 | 8496 | 400/500 | 500 | 400 | 250 | 225 | 204 | 72/60 | 1000 | 1200 | 850 |
Close This Regal BallroomThe Regal Ballroom at the convention center is the dramatic amalgamation of state-of-the-art technology with the regality of 19th-century Rana architecture which is the hall mark of the Yak & Yeti. The hall is acoustically tuned with insulated and collapsible walls. It also features the latest in banquet facilities, comprehensive secretarial backup, personalised service and professional technical support. Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 8496 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 144 x 59 x 19 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Below Ground Power Outlets: 20 Columns: 12 Windows: 10 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $2500.00 USD Full Day Rental: $4000.00 USD Evening Rental: $2500.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $4000.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Durbar Hall | 80 x 27 x 14 | 2160 | 180/180 | 126 | 90 | 52 | 62 | 52 | 14/11 | 240 | 216 | 216 |
Close This Durbar Hallurbar Hall, which once was the main stateroom of the Lal Durbar palace, it is now a conference hall of the hotel. Durbar Hall is a large and versatile hall with options for expansion into several adjoining rooms. Decorated with centuries old Newari wood carved windows Durbar Hall is accommodating and impressive. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 2160 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 80 x 27 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 10 Columns: 10 Windows: 8 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $1000.00 USD Full Day Rental: $1500.00 USD Evening Rental: $1000.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $1500.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Regency Hall | 49 x 32 x 14 | 1568 | 130/130 | 91 | 65 | 38 | 45 | 38 | 10/8 | 174 | 157 | 157 |
Close This Regency HallRegency hall is the latest addition to the Lal Durbar convention centre. It was also used by the Rana rulers and is fully restored hall, adorned with intricate paintings, antique mirrors and murals. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1568 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 49 x 32 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Below Ground Power Outlets: 8 Columns: 10 Windows: 5 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $800.00 USD Full Day Rental: $1000.00 USD Evening Rental: $800.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $1000.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Dynasty Crystal Room | 49 x 32 x 14 | 1568 | 130/130 | 91 | 65 | 38 | -- | 38 | 10/8 | 174 | 157 | 157 |
Close This Dynasty Crystal RoomDynasty Hall situated in the historic Lal Durbar or Red palace, was the private meeting room of Rana rulers. Dynasty Hall is a fully restored private museum. Adorned with exquisite century old chandeliers, intricate glass paintings, antique mirrors and priceless murals and portraits of the Rana family royalty, Dynasty Hall is a showcase of luxury sure to impress the most distinguished of tastes. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1568 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 49 x 32 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Power Outlets: 8 Columns: 10 Windows: 5 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $800.00 USD Full Day Rental: $1000.00 USD Evening Rental: $800.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $1000.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Senate | 22 x 15 x 12 | 330 | 27/27 | 19 | 14 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 2/2 | 37 | 33 | 33 |
Close This SenateOverlooking the Atrium lobby, the Senate room is an ideal venue forsmall meetings and conferences, with easy break-away facilities, and modern architecture. Room Type: Boardroom Total Size: 330 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 22 x 15 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 6 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $300.00 USD Full Day Rental: $500.00 USD Evening Rental: $300.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $500.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Viceroy | 22 x 15 x 12 | 330 | 27/27 | 19 | 14 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 2/2 | 37 | 33 | 33 |
Close This ViceroyAdjoining the Senate, is The Viceroy, with a dramatic Neo-Tibetan ceiling which sets the mood for fruitful board meetings & small conferences, combining the ambiance of a modern venue with old world charm. Room Type: Boardroom Total Size: 330 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 22 x 15 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Below Ground Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 6 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $300.00 USD Full Day Rental: $500.00 USD Evening Rental: $300.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $500.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Balcony | 29 x 10 x 12 | 290 | 24/24 | 17 | 12 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 2/1 | 32 | 29 | 29 |
Close This BalconyAdjoining Durbar Hall is the Balcony Room. Suitable for small meetings of up to 20 people, the Balcony Room is a light, classical room with dramatic windows and great views. Room Type: Foyer Total Size: 290 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 29 x 10 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 8 Windows: 8 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $200.00 USD Full Day Rental: $300.00 USD Evening Rental: $200.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $300.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Crystal Hall | 49 x 32 x 18 | 1568 | 100/100 | 90 | 65 | 38 | 36 | 38 | 10/8 | 120 | 150 | 157 |
Close This Crystal HallCrystal Hall is adorned with exquisite centuries old chandeliers; Crystal Hall is located on the ground floor of the Lal Durbar Convention center that opens up to the beautiful poolside garden. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1568 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 49 x 32 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 10 Columns: 0 Windows: 5 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $1000.00 USD Full Day Rental: $1500.00 USD Evening Rental: $1000.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $1500.00 USD    | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Hotel Yak & Yeti
What time is check in?
Check in time is 01:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 Noon based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Hotel Yak & Yeti have?
There are 270 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Hotel Yak & Yeti?
Yes, they have 8 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Hotel Yak & Yeti?
Hotel Yak & Yeti Sunrise Restaurant located in the lobby level offers both buffet and ala carte meals during breakfast, lunch and dinner. Choice of Continental / Indian / Chinese / Russian / Mexican / Italian and Nepalese cuisine available.
What parking is available at Hotel Yak & Yeti?
Both underground parking and ground level parking available in the hotel, free of charge for hotel guests.
How much does internet cost?
High speed Wi Fi Internet available in all guest rooms, restaurants, meeting halls and public areas of the hotel.
Can I get a AAA rate at Hotel Yak & Yeti?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Hotel Yak & Yeti?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Hotel Yak & Yeti?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Hotel Yak & Yeti?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor swimming pool - open from 7 AM until 8 PM. Fitness Center opens from 7 AM until 10 PM..
Testimonials:
"I will definitely use you again. The responses to my bid were immediate and the sales managers contacted me personally to come in and look at the facilities and set up the contract." N.W. - Orlando, FL
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