BB, HB, FB: Hotel Meal Plans Explained
When you book a hotel, the rate often has a two-letter code that decides which meals are included. BB, HB, FB. They look like jargon, and they quietly change what you pay and how you plan your days. Here is what each one means and when it is worth it.
The Three Codes
| Code | Stands for | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| BB | Bed & Breakfast | Room + breakfast |
| HB | Half Board | Room + breakfast + dinner |
| FB | Full Board | Room + breakfast + lunch + dinner |
There is a fourth, RO (Room Only), which includes no meals at all. And AI, All Inclusive, bundles meals and most drinks, common at resorts but rare in a city hotel.
When Each One Makes Sense
BB suits the city, where you normally want to eat out. You get a reliable breakfast to start the day, then you are free to explore the local food scene for lunch and dinner. In a place like Thamel, that freedom feels necessary.
HB works when you arrive late, do not want to hunt for dinner, or are somewhere with limited options nearby. It locks in two meals and removes a daily decision.
FB fits remote stays or tightly scheduled trips where leaving for meals is impractical. In a city with food on every corner, it usually means paying for meals you will skip.
Why It Matters in Kathmandu
Thamel is one of the best places to eat in Nepal. The lanes serve everything from daal bhaat to Tibetan momos to wood-fired pizza, often at budget prices. Locking yourself into HB or FB here means missing the neighborhood's whole appeal. For most travelers in Thamel, BB is the right call. If you want a head start, check out where to eat in Thamel.
What Hotel Roadhouse Offers
Hotel Roadhouse runs on BB: your rate includes a daily breakfast buffet, served 9:00 to 11:30 AM. That leaves your lunches and dinners open, and the original Roadhouse Cafe next door has a 15% guest discount on food. For the rest of what a stay includes, see the full hotel and cafe overview, and when you are ready, how to book.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does HB mean in a hotel booking?
HB stands for Half Board, which includes breakfast and dinner with your room. Lunch is not included.
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What is the difference between BB, HB, and FB?
BB (Bed and Breakfast) includes a room and breakfast. HB (Half Board) adds dinner. FB (Full Board) includes all three meals.
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What meal plan does Hotel Roadhouse use?
Hotel Roadhouse operates on BB, a daily breakfast buffet from 9:00 to 11:30 AM. The adjoining Roadhouse Cafe covers lunch and dinner with a 15% guest discount.