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Dwarika's Resort DhulikhelOne of the finest and most exclusive places to stay in Nepal, this beautifully conceived boutique resort built of red Newari brick sprawls over 22 lush…
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Mystic MountainThe only five-star property in Nagarkot, the newly opened Mystic Mountain is a steal at this upper-midrange price. With the exception of some growing…
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Shivapuri Heights CottagePerched on the hillside above Budhanilkantha, Shivapuri Heights offers a peaceful, private bolthole far away from the chaos of Kathmandu. Rooms are…
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Club Himalaya ResortThis well-designed mountain lodge revolves around a huge circular glass room encompassing reception, a nifty heated pool and an able restaurant with an…
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Nagarkot Farmhouse ResortIf you want to disconnect, this peaceful forest hotel is your place. With no TV or phone signal, you'll be forced to sit on your balcony enjoying a…
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Famous FarmIt would be hard to imagine a more idyllic après-trek recovery spot than this charming lodge in three artfully converted old village houses. The 13…
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Namobuddha ResortThis delightful eco-retreat is a 30-minute walk from Namobuddha Stupa. Its charming, upmarket Nepali cottages feature stone walls with pitched slate roofs…
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Resort Eco-Home NagarkotThis German-Nepalese–run guesthouse is the local centre for progressive travel, with a focus on sustainability, local crafts, organic dining and…
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Neydo Tashi Choeling Monastery Guest HouseThis guesthouse, attached to the Neydo Tashi Choeling Monastery, is something a bit different – and quite wonderful. It offers subtly coloured, calming…
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Dhulikhel Lodge ResortThis wildly popular hotel, which contains the equally popular Himalayan Restaurant, is the go-to destination for Kathmandu weekenders. A modern take on…
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This is one of the best-regarded yoga retreats in Nepal, offering a full complement of expertly guided yoga courses, ayurveda massage, steam baths and…
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Thrill-seekers drop off the Arniko Hwy – quite literally – at the Last Resort. Set in a gorgeous spot on a ridge above the Bhote Kosi River, 12km from the…
- FFort Resort
This sprawling Newari brick hotel lives up to its name, with grand entrances, winding corridors and an impeccably trimmed garden terrace looking out over…
- BBorderlands Resort
Tucked away in a bend of the Bhote Kosi River, 97km from Kathmandu and 15km from Tibet, the superb Borderlands Resort is one of Nepal’s top adventure…
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Expats and NGOs like to keep the Summit secret so that there is room when relatives and friends come to visit. The Dutch-founded resort-style hotel is…
- PPeacock Guesthouse
Right on Tachupal Tole, this wonderful 15th-century building ticks many boxes. It has eight comfortable, traditional rooms and historic character – though…
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This unique octagonal hotel, run by an irrepressible local entrepreneur, offers a hilltop location on the edge of a cliff, with excellent views, and the…
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This French-Nepali agency manages several traditional houses in the old town, all renovated with modern touches. The website details the different options…
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As well as a great name, this resort offers an eclectic selection of accommodation, including rooms, bamboo cabins, 'gingerbread' cottages and A-frame…
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Housed inside the Unesco-restored Shestha House mansion, this place is more traditional than most and offers a window onto what it must have been like to…