The Best Hotels for Your Everest Base Camp Climb
Why We Recommend Using Hotels During you Climb
There are many reasons to stay in Kathmandu before embarking on your Everest Base Camp climb. Some of the best reasons include:
- Acclimatisation: Kathmandu's elevation (approximately 1,400 metres) is significantly lower than that of Everest Base Camp (5,364 metres). Staying in Kathmandu allows your body to gradually adjust to higher altitudes, reducing the risk of altitude sickness during the climb.
- Equipment and supplies: Kathmandu offers a wide range of mountaineering gear and equipment, allowing climbers to purchase or rent any necessary items before starting their trek. This ensures that you have all the essential gear and supplies for a successful expedition.
- Cultural exploration: Kathmandu is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and historical sites. Spending time in the city before your climb allows you to explore fascinating landmarks such as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, ancient temples, and vibrant markets, immersing yourself in the vibrant Nepalese culture.
- Pre-climbing arrangements: Kathmandu serves as the logistical hub for Everest expeditions. Before heading to the mountains, climbers often need to arrange permits, meet with guides or climbing teams, and attend pre-trip briefings. Staying in Kathmandu provides the
Overall, staying in Kathmandu before your Everest Base Camp climb offers the perfect combination of acclimatisation, access to equipment and supplies, cultural experiences, pre-climbing arrangements, and final preparations, making it an ideal starting point for your journey.
Standard grade accommodation in Kathmandu
Most of our clients typically opt for the "standard grade" hotels listed below.
- Hotel Buddy Kathmandu
Upgrading your accommodation in Kathmandu
Should you desire a higher-tier lodging experience, we suggest considering the following hotel for an upgrade.
- Kathmandu Marriott Hotel
Accommodation during your Climb
Throughout your ascent, we utilise the following tea houses along the route:
- Phakding: Sunrise Lodge / Sherpa Guide Lodge
- Namche Bazaar: Hotel Namche / Green Tara
- Tengboche: Hotel Himalaya
- Dingboche: Dingboche Resort / Hotel Good Luck
- Lobuche: Hotel New EBC / Oxygen Lodge
- Gorekshep: Everest Inn / Hotel Buddha
- Pheriche: The Edelweiss / Pumuri Lodge
- Lukla: Mera Lodge / Hotel Namaste
- Chandanbari/ Sing Gompa: Hotel Red Panda
- Laurebina: Hotel Morning View
- Kalinchowk: Dolakha Kalinchowk Resort
- Gosainkunda Lake: Tibet Hotel
- Chitwan: Chitwan Forest Resort/ Wild Adventure Resort
The Yoga retreat camp is nestled in Nagarkot, a tranquil village in the Bhaktapur district, about 25 km from Kathmandu. The drive from Kathmandu takes around 2 hours. This peaceful location offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas and is surrounded by lush green hills, making it the perfect retreat for those seeking peace and a connection with nature. The retreat features a blend of daily yoga, meditation, sound healing sessions, and hikes in the nearby hills.
On arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, once you've passed through Immigration and retrieved your luggage, please look out for your Team Mount Everest driver carrying a placard with your name who will transfer you to Hotel Buddy for overnight on bed and breakfast basis.
On arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, once you've passed through Immigration and retrieved your luggage, please look out for your Team Mount Everest driver carrying a placard with your name who will transfer you to Hotel Buddy for overnight on bed and breakfast basis.
On arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, once you've passed through Immigration and retrieved your luggage, please look out for your Team Mount Everest driver carrying a placard with your name who will transfer you to Hotel Buddy for overnight on bed and breakfast basis.