"I got the chance to join the nuns for their morning puja and the experience was magical."
Eleni from United Kingdom
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"The young nuns are very inspiring to be around."
Gail from United States
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"The location is also perfect for walking around boudha and going to the stupa."
Candice from Canada
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Accommodations
Dondrub Guest House offers comfortable rooms starting at $181/2 a night. Guests can choose from various room configurations to meet their needs. Breakfast is included in the room price, providing a great start to the day.
Dining Options
The hotel provides vegetarian lunch and dinner options available for purchase at the nunnery. Dondrub Guest House focuses on simple, wholesome meals to nourish guests. Visitors can enjoy meals prepared under the guidance of Buddhist nuns during their stay.
Affiliation with Tek Chok Ling Nunnery
Dondrub Guest House is part of Tek Chok Ling Nunnery, where Buddhist nuns study and practice under the guidance of Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche. This connection provides guests with a unique insight into Tibetan Buddhism. The hotel offers an environment of peace and reflection amidst the bustling city.
Cultural Context
Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche is a highly respected teacher in the Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Guests have the opportunity to learn from one of the foremost living teachers. This affiliation highlights the spiritual atmosphere that permeates the guesthouse.
Location and Accessibility
Dondrub Guest House is located in Kathmandu, providing easy access to local attractions. The nunnery setting allows guests to experience the tranquility of the area. Its proximity to various cultural sites makes it a convenient base for exploring Kathmandu.
Highlights
Accommodations: Comfortable rooms starting at $181/2
Dining: Vegetarian lunch and dinner available
Cultural Experience: Affiliation with Tek Chok Ling Nunnery
Spiritual Guidance: Learn from Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche
“Staying here places you moments from Boudhanath Stupa, a nexus for Tibetan pilgrims. I found the nunnery affiliation gives the guesthouse an unusual serenity, extending to vegetarian meals. With private rooms available, it presents an affordable, spiritually grounded base in Kathmandu.”
Amelia BrooksLead Hotel Editor at Hotelairport
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