Homestays in Panauti

Panauti, a must experience quaint community located near Kathmandu (about45 minutes drive from the airport). At Shila/Ashok's Community Holiday Inn, I woke up well rested in a comfortable room, set up with in-room bathroom. The carpeted floors solved my biggest issues with travels in South Asia, which are cold feet in hotel rooms where flooring is stone. A kittchen equipped with a kettle and a gas stove with two burners, pots and utensils had plenty of good quality Nepali teas and coffee to start the morning right. You can arrange with Shila/Ashok for a full breakfast at an incredibly reasonable price. As they tell me, the Community Holiday Inn was theirs as a pilot initiative and now provides for many households who follow strict guidelines to meet western standards so to provide a worry free stay. All of them are run by the housewives, empowering local women and by attracting tourists to the region benefits many households and businesses alike. The project also boasts of a new restaurant which provides authentic Newari cuisine and ambience. Guidelines for meeting tourists needs and standards is advised by Ashok, who had 16 years experience as a Chief Experience Officer with GAdventures, a company I have personally travelled with five times and never fails to impress with their high standards and resourceful staff. Ashok has led over seventy expeditions to Everest Base Camp for GAventures and also to other locations in Nepal and Bhutan. I was lucky he was in town when I visited Panauti and learned lots about Nepal and South Asia travels. Shila ensures the Community Homestay runs like clockwork, ensuring guests are comfortable, their needs are met and the facility is clean, well stocked an equipped at all times. Her long term experience in hospitality and entrepreneurial drive has benefited her household, community and tourists alike. Attention to detail is key.

Lovely home. Everything clean and comfortable. Great location, short walk to town and surrounding nature.

I loved absolutely everything about my stay! After the hustle and bustle of the main locations in Nepal, coming to Namaste Homestay made my heart sing. the view from the room was amazing and the fresh mountain air just made so happy! Every morning i would wake up super early and look at the scenery changing from dawn to day, it was like experiencing heaven! there is a little garden where you can sit, eat, read a book and sip a cup of tea. They grow their own vegetables and herbs and it feels so good to sit in peace there. The owners are amazing good people, and when i couldn’t find a ride to go back towards Kathmandu, they gave me a moto ride to the closest town. They have a lovely family and there are always kids around that will definitely steal you a smile or a laugh or a little play! The wifi works very well. Namobuddha is reachable by an easy walk and everyone is lovely around the village. What a gem! Definitely recommended Thank you again, so much love, i will come back!

Great host, v welcoming and cooked great meals. Serene ecoresort with an amazing view of hills. Chilled spot, rustic but everything you need, convenient for walk to monastery.

This family has really been such a blessing to me… Hard to believe that such beautiful heart level connection is possible to form within a week..I felt comfortable, as if I were a part of their family. They took the best care of me, observing my habits and making sure my day is as easy and pleasant as possible, they taught me as much as they could about their village, farming and life. They even took me on trips every day. Patlekhet is truly a hidden gem. I feel as though I have always been visualizing and searching for such a place my whole life. Unbelievable nature and atmosphere. The people of the village are incredibly warm and lovely, the children are so charming and uplifting, always inviting you to join their play and dancing for you.. Such a gorgeous food, all local and fresh. Milk, rice, spices, potatoes, greens from their farm and garden. Prepared with love and care.. This experience left me feeling so grateful, relaxed and loved.. Thank you infinite times for your pure generous hearts ♥️♥️♥️

Nice host, nice food, nice location. It was a nice stay and we had the chance to do some little hikes around. Highly recommended

Beautiful location,quiet and tranquil.Host very accommodating and friendly

Very nice room and attached bathroom. Helpful owners. The included breakfast and dinner were excellent and made using fresh ingredients grown at the property. Had a really enjoyable and relaxing stay.

In the heart of the old town, clean, perfect team, excellent breakfast included, comfortable room with loads of daylight. Thanks🙏

Nice, clean rooms. Shared kitchen is great also as they aren't too common in Nepal I feel. The atmosphere with it being private rooms in a shared communal space is great, friendly and communal so you chat with other guests but you have more privacy and is generally a bit more relaxed than in a hostel. Shekhar is a great host who will show you local food and culture also! Highlights - rooftop fire night and watching the world cup match + what might be the coldest beer I've ever had!