The Dwarika's HotelvsDalai-La Boutique Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by writers. On balance, Dwarika's Hotel is the choice of most reviewers compared to Dalai-La Boutique Hotel. Dwarika's Hotel ranks #1 in Kathmandu with positive reviews from 4 reviewers including Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.
The Dwarika's Hotel
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 Report
92.0
"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 Telegraph
8.0
"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 Planet
Top choice
"For stylish design and sheer romance, this outstanding hotel is unbeatable; if you’re on honeymoon, look no further." Full review
Dalai-La Boutique Hotel
Chaksibari Marg | Thamel, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
From $100/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
The Telegraph
8.0
"The Dalai-La describes itself as a boutique hotel, and with good reason. Small and very neatly formed, it’s part of a new wave properties in Kathmandu" Full review
Lonely Planet
"New Tibetan-run place set around a charming prayer-flag-strewn courtyard that offers romantic alfresco dining." Full review