Logistics 

Travel, Hotel and Accommodation :

Venue: Kathmandu World School, Gundu, Suryabinayak-7, Bhaktapur, Nepal

The venue is in Bhaktapur, about 15 km from Thamel (central Kathmandu), typically 45–75 minutes by road. We have arranged a bus service between Koteshwor and the venue for registered participants: it leaves Koteshwor at a fixed time each morning and returns from the venue at a fixed time each evening. There is only one trip in each direction per day, so please be at the pick-up point on time. We recommend staying in Bhaktapur for a shorter, more convenient daily commute.

Hotels near the Venue (Bhaktapur)

We have arranged discounted rates for participants. Please use the code 'ANAIS 2026' when booking. Rates are per room per night, in USD.

Hotel Heritage — Suryabinayak Municipality, Bhaktapur · 2.6 km from venue · www.hotelheritage.com.np

• Single: USD 36 net · Double: USD 40 net (foreign nationals)

• Includes breakfast and all taxes. Special ANAIS 2026 rates valid for December 2026 and January 2027.

• Booking: dosm@hotelheritage.com.np · +977-1-6611628 / 6611629 / 6611630

Hotel Bhadgaon — Barahisthan, near Suryabinayak, Bhaktapur · 2.6 km from venue · www.guestreservations.com

• Deluxe Single: USD 40 net (room only) / USD 45 net (with breakfast)

• Deluxe Double: USD 43 net (room only) / USD 50 net (with breakfast)

• All taxes included (incl. 13% VAT). Extra lunch or dinner approx. USD 10 net per meal. Check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00; please check the cancellation policy when booking.

• Booking: reservation@hotelbhadgaon.com · +977-1-6620038 · +977-9801123462

Bhaktapur Guest House (budget) — Chundevi, Bhaktapur · 1.7 km from venue · www.bhaktapurguesthouse.com.np

• Single: approx. USD 15 · Double: approx. USD 19 · Triple: approx. USD 23

• Includes 13% VAT; breakfast not included. Meals per person: breakfast ~USD 3.4, lunch ~USD 4.9, dinner ~USD 4.9.

• 28 rooms in total, including triple rooms suitable for sharing.

• Booking: bghouse@protonmail.com · +977-1-5092197 · +977-1-5092325

Hotels in Thamel (Central Kathmandu)

Thamel has plenty of restaurants and shops, but it is about 15 km from the venue (typically a 45–75 minute drive), so please plan for daily travel time and costs. Our bus runs only once each morning and evening from Koteshwor, about 7 km (around 20 minutes) from Thamel.

Kantipur Village — Jyatha 27, Thamel · www.kantipurvillage.com · Google Map

• Deluxe Single: USD 36 net · Deluxe Double/Twin: USD 40 net

• Includes buffet breakfast and all taxes. Free Wi-Fi, welcome drink and a one-time 15-minute foot or head massage; 15% off spa services and the food & beverage menu.

• Cancellations at least 48 hours before arrival.

• Booking: sales1@kantipurvillage.com (cc: info@kantipurvillage.com) · WhatsApp +977 9858059278

Kathmandu Guest House — Saatghumti-16, Thamel · ktmgh.com · Google Map

• Standard Room (A/C): USD 45 single / USD 55 double

• Deluxe Room (A/C): USD 65 single / USD 75 double · extra bed USD 25

• Suite (A/C): USD 110 single / USD 120 double · extra bed USD 25

• Includes buffet breakfast and 13% VAT. Free high-speed Wi-Fi, welcome drink, two bottles of mineral water per room per day and in-room tea/coffee maker. Card payments carry an extra 3% bank charge.

• Booking: ota@ktmgh.com · +977-1-4700632 · +977-1-4700800

Budget Option (Thamel)

Yakety Yak Hostel — Market Mall, Amrit Marg, Thamel · Google Map

• 16-bed mixed dorm: approx. USD 4.8 per bed

• 8-bed mixed dorm, 8-bed female dorm, 10-bed female dorm: approx. USD 5.7 per bed

• 4-bed mixed dorm: approx. USD 7 per bed

• Deluxe Twin Room (single or twin use): approx. USD 23 per room — only 5 rooms, book early

• Rates include 13% VAT. Female-only dorms available.

• Booking: info@yaketyyakhostel.com

Near the Airport

Apex Business Hotel — Sinamangal, near Tribhuvan International Airport · www.apexbusinesshotel.com · Google Map

• Single: approx. USD 27 (room only) / approx. USD 30 (with breakfast), incl. 13% VAT

• Convenient for late arrivals or early departures.

• Booking: info@apexbusinesshotel.com · WhatsApp +977 9851310177

Getting Around

• Airport transfers: Tribhuvan International Airport is about 25–45 minutes by car from Bhaktapur or Thamel, depending on traffic. Take a prepaid airport taxi, use a ride-sharing app (Pathao, inDrive or Uber), or arrange a hotel pick-up. Estimated fares: approx. USD 1–3 by bike, USD 2.50–6.50 by car.

• Local SIM cards: available at the airport — look for Ncell or Nepal Telecom (NTC/Namaste).

• Safety: Kathmandu is generally safe for international visitors; please avoid late-night travel and follow standard precautions.

• Weather: late December and early January are cold, especially mornings and evenings, so please bring warm clothing.

Questions about travel or accommodation? Contact Dhanlaxmi Bhagat, Sr. Finance and Compliance Officer, ANAIS 2026: dhanlaxmi.bhagat@naamii.org.np