“A clean, friendly, 24-hour budget hotel in the heart of Thamel, steps from the gear shops, agencies, and tourist bus stand. Simple comfortable rooms, hot showers, and helpful staff — an ideal low-cost base for organising your trek.”

“A warm, long-running family teahouse on the hill above Namche, loved for genuine Sherpa hospitality, electric blankets, hot showers, and panoramic mountain views. A classic, well-priced Khumbu base with fresh, plentiful food.”

“A celebrated eco-lodge on a ridge high above Pokhara, with local-stone cottages, private verandas, and sweeping Annapurna views. Guided nature walks, a spa, and farm-to-table food make it a restorative retreat before or after an Annapurna trek.”

“The comfortable, upscale choice in the Everest gateway town, with cosy rooms, warm blankets, and a farm-to-table kitchen. A soft landing on your first night in the mountains, or a reward before flying out (solar hot water — shower earlier in the day).”

“Kathmandu's landmark heritage hotel, built around a museum-quality collection of restored Newari wood carvings, with peaceful courtyards, a spa, and standout restaurants. The luxury way to start or end a trek, a short drive from Thamel and the airport.”

“A highly-rated, great-value guesthouse tucked in a quiet pocket of Pokhara's Lakeside, walking distance to Phewa Lake and the trekking shops. Spacious rooms, hot water, balcony mountain views, and a hands-on owner who helps with trek logistics.”

“A friendly, well-located budget lodge right by the Lukla airstrip, with hot showers, electric blankets, and tasty food. The helpful owner sorts flights, porters, and onward lodges — handy for the all-too-common weather delays.”