Potala Guest HousevsThe Dwarika's Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Dwarika's Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to Potala Guest House. Dwarika's Hotel comes in at #1 in Kathmandu with approval from 4 reviewers like Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
Potala Guest House
Chetraptti, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
From $26/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet
"Located at the quiet southern end of Thamel is this large, fairly popular Tibetan-owned hotel. The garden is small but pleasant, with a lovely terrace and a rooftop garden."
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
i
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