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The Dwarika's HotelvsBenchen Vihar Guesthouse
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Dwarika's Hotel ranks significantly better than Benchen Vihar Guesthouse. Dwarika's Hotel is ranked #1 in Kathmandu with praise from 4 sources such as Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.
The Dwarika's Hotel
Fodor's
Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Hideaway Report
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Battisputali, Kathmandu, Nepal
From $400/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's "An oasis of calm amid this often frantic city, Dwarika's is a little out of the center, but close to important sights, such as Pashupathinath temple and the Buddhist stupa at Bodnath." Full review
Star Service "Located near the airport, this hotel is within walking distance of the famous Hindu temple, Pashupatinath." Full review
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Repeat guests often request the junior suites: 208, 308 or 408.
Condé Nast Traveler "Dwarika's Hotel is named for Dwarika Das Shrestha, an India-born businessman who opened one of the first commercial hotels in Nepal." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Everything about this hotel seeks to preserve, or honor, the country’s unique heritage." Full review
Hideaway Report92.0
"Distinctive family-owned palace-like hotel located near the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, 10 minutes from the heart of the city." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Dwarika’s is a sensational boutique heritage hotel – the fruit of one man’s passion for preserving Kathmandu’s arts and crafts – and is the equal in facilities and service of many an international five-star" Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"For stylish design and sheer romance, this outstanding hotel is unbeatable; if you’re on honeymoon, look no further." Full review
Michelin Guide "Something like a museum that you can sleep in...it’s also a rather luxurious one, with expansive suites, three distinctive restaurants, and a pool and Ayurvedic spa, complete with yoga classes. " Full review
Benchen Vihar Guesthouse Lonely Planet
Chhauni, Kathmandu, Nepal
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"If you’ve ever fancied staying in a Tibetan monastery, try this guesthouse attached to the Benchen Phuntsok Dargyeling Monastery, 10 minutes’ walk from Swayambhunath." Full review
