BOUDHA · KATHMANDU, NEPAL

A place to stay.
Room to belong.

Welcome to Luminous Apartments & Suites—your own space in Kathmandu, in the heart of Boudha, warmly welcoming you.

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Book directly. Pay at the property.

A light-filled room at Luminous, with a double bed, two armchairs beside the balcony doors and warm wooden floors.

REVIEWS FROM OUR GUESTS

A welcome that stays with you.

9.5/10 Exceptional17 reviews · Booking.com

“…the apartments are immaculately clean and well cared for.”

Ashley highlighted the team’s extraordinary kindness, thoughtfully equipped apartments and convenient location near the stupa.

Ashley United States

“Very spacious, homely and comfortable apartments.”

Prithvi appreciated a comfortable base for exploring Kathmandu and a friendly team who made the visit memorable.

Prithvi India

“…we were welcomed into a family…”

For Astrid, the stay became a chance to share local traditions, food and conversation, and to build lasting friendships.

Astrid Belgium

Selected excerpts with summaries of the full reviews as of October 2026.

THE LUMINOUS WELCOME

Make yourself
at home.

Your own space. Immersed in Boudha’s living heritage.

Settle into Boudha, with Boudhanath Stupa a 10-minute walk away and Bhatbhateni supermarket a 5-minute walk from your door.

Whether you’re here for a few days or a longer stay, let the sights, sounds, and gentle rhythms of Boudha nourish your spirit and leave you feeling renewed.

A WINDOW INTO BOUDHA

A window on the valley.

An illustrated moment in Boudha.
Inspired by Kathmandu’s time of day, not a live camera or an apartment view.

STAYING WITH US

Simple, from the start.

  1. 01

    Find your stay

    Choose your dates and number of guests to see available rooms and the total price.

  2. 02

    Book with confidence

    Review your room, price and stay terms. Verify your email, then confirm your reservation to receive a booking reference.

  3. 03

    Arrive. Settle in.

    Once your stay is confirmed, we’ll look forward to welcoming you. Payment is made at the property.

FOUR WAYS TO STAY

Find your place.
Make it your own.

Explore each room, one photograph at a time. Swipe, use the arrows, or open a photograph for a closer look.

Comforts for everyday living.

  • Free Wi-Fi in every room
  • Private balcony in every room
  • Kitchen or kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Elevator access
  • Air conditioning

Every room has its own cooking space and facilities. Explore the room details below to find the layout that suits your stay.

Standard Room with Balcony

USD 40 / night

Up to 2 adults + 2 children · 3-night minimum

  • Kitchenette
  • Balcony
  • Seating area
Room amenities
Cooking & dining
Private kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, kettle, toaster and kitchenware.
In your room
Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, desk, seating area and wardrobe.
Your bathroom
Private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer and slippers.

Photographs show different rooms within this category. Layouts and furnishings vary.

Choose this room

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

USD 50 / night

Up to 2 adults + 2 children · 3-night minimum

  • Kitchenette
  • Balcony
  • Dining area
Room amenities
Cooking & dining
Private kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, kettle, toaster and kitchenware. Dining area and table.
In your room
Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, desk, seating area and wardrobe.
Your bathroom
Private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer and slippers.

Photographs show different rooms within this category. Layouts and furnishings vary.

Choose this room

Suite with Balcony

USD 70 / night

Up to 2 adults + 2 children · 3-night minimum

  • Kitchen
  • Balcony
  • Dining area
Room amenities
Cooking & dining
Private kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, kettle, toaster and kitchenware. Dining area and table.
In your room
Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, desk, seating area and wardrobe.
Your bathroom
Private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer and slippers.

Photographs show different rooms within this category. Layouts and furnishings vary.

Choose this room

King Suite

USD 90 / night

Up to 2 adults + 2 children · 3-night minimum

  • Kitchen
  • Terrace
  • Sofa seating
Room amenities
Cooking & dining
Private kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, kettle, toaster and kitchenware. Dining area and table.
In your room
Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, desk, seating area and wardrobe.
Your bathroom
Private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer and slippers.

Take a closer look at the bedroom, living space and terrace.

Choose this room

Rates are in USD per room, per night, including all taxes and charges. Up to two children are included. Every adult guest must be 21 or older.

YOUR STAY BEGINS HERE

Come for Kathmandu.
Stay with Luminous.

Find the space that feels right for you.

Choose your room and dates. Your price includes all taxes and charges, with payment at the property.

Planning a month or longer?
Let’s talk about your stay.

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Make your reservation PAY AT THE PROPERTY

One room, up to 2 adults and 2 children. Three-night minimum. Pay at the property.

All fields are required unless marked optional.

Stay 7 nights or more and save 20%. Applied automatically to your entire stay.

All taxes and charges included. Up to two children are included. No online payment.

A few things to know.

Will I receive an immediate confirmation?

Yes. Verify your email with a short code, then confirm your reservation. We check availability again and show your booking reference immediately once your stay is saved. You pay at the property. If the confirmation email is delayed, keep the reference shown here.

How long can I stay?

All four room types have a minimum stay of three nights. We do not offer day-use stays. Stay seven nights or more and enjoy 20% off your entire stay, applied automatically when you book directly on this website. All taxes and charges are included. For stays of a month or longer, contact our team to discuss your plans.

Do I need to pay online?

Pay at the property in cash (Nepali rupees or US dollars) or by Visa or Mastercard. No online payment or card details are required. For payment in Nepali rupees, we convert your USD total using Nepal Rastra Bank’s published USD buying rate on the day you pay (Kathmandu date), or the latest published rate if that day’s rate is not yet available. We add no surcharge for card payments. Prices are quoted in USD and include all taxes and charges.

What time can I arrive and depart?

Check-in from 11 AM; check-out by 1 PM. Early check-in and late check-out can be arranged on request, subject to availability. All times are local to Kathmandu. Please share your expected arrival and departure times with our team.

What are the house rules?

Smoking is allowed on balconies only. Pets, parties and events are not permitted. Please present a valid government-issued ID at check-in.

Can you arrange an airport transfer?

Airport pick-up or drop-off is USD 20 each way. Pay at the property. Contact our team to arrange your transfer. This optional service is charged separately from your room.

Chat with us on WhatsApp or email Luminous.

What if my plans change?

If your plans change, please let us know at least three days before arrival so we can make the room available again. We do not charge cancellation or no-show fees.

If you have not arrived by the end of your scheduled check-in day (Kathmandu time), your reservation will be cancelled without charge.

Please email us if your travel plans change.

Can I enquire about a longer stay?

For a month or longer, Email our team to discuss your dates and requirements.

FIND YOUR WAY

We’re here,
in the heart of Boudha.

From a walk around Boudhanath Stupa to everyday essentials close by, our neighbourhood makes it easy to settle in.

Luminous Apartments & Suites in the evening, with warmly lit balconies and the street-facing entrance.
A warm welcome, even before you step inside.

Luminous Apartments & Suites

Boudhanath Sadak
Boudha, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Boudhanath Stupa
10-minute walkPart of the Kathmandu Valley UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Bhatbhateni supermarket
5-minute walkEveryday essentials, close to home.
Taragaon Next Museum
Opposite LuminousA handy landmark when you arrive.
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YOUR RESERVATION DETAILS

Your plans,
at a glance.

Please check your room, dates and contact details before confirming your stay. All taxes and charges are included in the total.

Pay at the property in cash (Nepali rupees or US dollars) or by Visa or Mastercard. No online payment or card details are required. For payment in Nepali rupees, we convert your USD total using Nepal Rastra Bank’s published USD buying rate on the day you pay (Kathmandu date), or the latest published rate if that day’s rate is not yet available. We add no surcharge for card payments.

Arrival, house rules and cancellation

Check-in from 11 AM; check-out by 1 PM. Early check-in and late check-out can be arranged on request, subject to availability. All times are local to Kathmandu. Please share your expected arrival and departure times with our team.

Smoking is allowed on balconies only. Pets, parties and events are not permitted. Please present a valid government-issued ID at check-in.

If your plans change, please let us know at least three days before arrival so we can make the room available again. We do not charge cancellation or no-show fees.

If you have not arrived by the end of your scheduled check-in day (Kathmandu time), your reservation will be cancelled without charge.

We’ll send a short email code first. After you verify your email, select Confirm reservation to reserve your stay. No payment or card details are needed.

RESERVATION SUMMARY

Everything is
in place.

Your reservation summary will appear here after confirmation.

RESERVATION REFERENCE

Your confirmation email

Contact Luminous

LUMINOUS APARTMENTS & SUITES

Your booking information.

We ask for your name, email, phone number, optional country of residence and stay details to arrange your reservation and contact you about your visit. Do not include card details, identification documents or other sensitive information in your notes.

If you request an airport transfer, we also store your flight details, luggage count and transfer notes to arrange transport. We share necessary journey details with the Luminous representative arranging your journey.

We use an email code and a Cloudflare security check to help prevent automated bookings. Booking emails are also copied to the Luminous team. This tab stores a temporary booking-session identifier so you can recover an interrupted confirmation.

Our website runs on OpenAI Sites and Cloudflare infrastructure. Resend delivers reservation emails. Your reservation records are held in a protected database, with encrypted backups also kept in our private Google Drive. Hosting and security providers may process technical connection and usage information.

Reservation records, email copies and backups are retained for property operations and record-keeping. There is currently no fixed automatic deletion period. Please contact us to request access to or correction of your information, or to discuss deletion.

No payment or card details are collected on this website. For help with your booking information, email Luminous.