Chaksibari Marg Thamel-26, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
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25 boutique rooms housed in traditional Nepalese architecture with dining and lounge area spread over expansive premises. Surround yourself in the environs of traditional Nepalese architecture, accentuated with a harmonious balance of Buddhist motifs. From restored 50 years old hand-carved pillars and Dhunge Dhara (hand-carved stone water taps) adorning the courtyard to traditional lattice windows called Tikijhyā and hand-made Dacchi Itta (local terracotta bricks) on the facade of the hotel. Hand-printed linen and upholstery to indigenous pottery and Pital (brass) bathroom amenities styled in classical design with a fusion of Buddhist artifacts and furniture: a décor to truly delight your stay. At Dalai-La Boutique Hotel, our philosophy is defined by our pursuit of simplicity, elegance, and excellence. From eco-friendly service essentials to the décor of restored hand-made indigenous artifacts over 50 years old, all within an environment of traditional Nepalese architecture with accents of Buddhist leitmotifs, we aim to create an experience that will stay with you for a lifetime. Located in Thamel, the tourist hub of Nepal is 6.5 km away from the Tribhuvan International Airport. Our location in the center of Katmandu allows you easy access to other popular sites. Also enjoy our in-house gym, yoga and meditation studio. “At Dalai-La, we believe in treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves.”
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Property amenities
Free private parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Yoga classes
Free breakfast
Bicycle rental
Bicycles available
Books, DVDs, music for children
Children's television networks
Valet parking
Paid private parking nearby
Wifi
Yoga room
Bar / lounge
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Happy hour
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Hiking
Bicycle tours
Evening entertainment
Patio
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Highchairs available
Strollers
Airport transportation
Shuttle bus service
Car hire
Taxi service
Photo copier / fax In business center
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Newspaper
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Shops
Sun deck
Sun terrace
Doorperson
First aid kit
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Shoeshine
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Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Telephone
VIP room facilities
Wardrobe / closet
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Electric kettle
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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best eat so far in Kathmandu! Sukuti was awesome! Well worth a try. Great food great atmosphere and great service. Subash Nepal is a great asset, your food was fantastic! Thank you :) server binod did a great job at serving our table, really great service! Thanks we will be back
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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This was the cutest little hotel tucked in Kathmandu. You walk off the busy street and are instantly enclosed in this quiet beautiful traditional setting. The architecture is gorgeous, the hospitality was second to none, the rooms were very clean, cozy comfy beds and lots of hot water. The included breakfast was fabulous—you must get the fresh fruit platter it was simply delicious! I hope I get the chance to visit this hotel again!
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Namaste Maggie, We are glad to know that you have been enjoying your stay with us. Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review for us. Your keen observation of our accommodations and decoration with arts and crafts is much appreciated. We are happy to learn that our services have satisfied you, and your kind words will surely be passed on to our team. We are always inspired to work hard with positive reviews from guests like yours. We look forward to hosting you in the near future.
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Can only recommend this true gem in the heart of Kathmandu. We stayed here for four nights during our stay in Nepal and the staff was one of the best I've ever witnessed anywhere. Breakfast was really good and the rooms were excellent. Solid gym as well. Naturally, as it was in the city center, it was a bit noisy during the night. No other complaints, 10/10 experience overall.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Take earplugs as it might be a bit noicy due to the central location
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Binod is friendly and hospitable that we really enjoyed our dinner here and pleasure talks about coming treking. Highly Recommended if you want to find some place chill, caters tasty food and service. Don't miss malai-la hotel.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Responded 3 days ago
Namaste Stacey, We are very grateful that you took the time to give us such a great review. We are happy to hear that you liked the meals and assistance our team gave you. The news that his efforts have been noticed has made our colleague quite happy. We appreciate you picking us for your meal and for recommending us to other viewers. We are eager to host you once more.
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I like the food its delicious .Service really satisfied us ,One of the best place to stay for couples ,love the music and the environment and one of the best services “ Badal “he served with a smile that made my our day . Specially thanks to “Badal”.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded 3 days ago
Namaste gorkhali, I appreciate your thoughtful assessment. We are pleased to hear that you found our cuisine and service to be satisfactory. Our colleague is thrilled to hear that his work was acknowledged and valued. The crew is constantly encouraged to keep working hard and do even better in the future by reviews like yours. We are pleased to learn that you had a good time and are eager to host you once more.
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Late night arrival on 7th March 2023 My fiancé and I had mixed feelings about visiting Nepal for the first time. Excitement and apprehension were the predominant emotions we had felt about visiting a new place. We landed at Tribuvan International Airport close to midnight and were delayed at the airport for 2 hours. We felt extremely reassured when we saw the hotel driver waiting for us. We had later learnt that he had dutifully waited for us for over 2 hours in the cold night. He received us with a warm smile and helped us into the hotel car. It was a swift check in at the hotel, assisted by front desk staff Shesheer. Breakfast recommendation On our first morning, unsure what to order off the breakfast menu, our waiter recommended the tofu scramble with spinach due to us wanting to remain vegetarian for a trip to the Pashupatinath Temple. The tofu scramble with spinach was amazing along with the locally prepared Nepali tea. The great thing this hotel offers is the extension of breakfast hours till 12pm to cater to the various activities of the guests. Checking in with activities & recommendations Throughout our stay, various staff would check in with us to see which activities and sites we were going to see that day, as well as if we had a guide along with helpful tips and recommendations. Organisation of transport when out late Even whilst out late at night their guest services / reception would call to check in on us and that we were ok and to organise our return transportation. They always made sure we were safe and well taken care of. Overall This delightful hotel is centrally located to a number of tourist attractions. It takes approximately 30 mins by car depending on traffic to reach most of the notable destinations. It is situated alongside a bustling road, filled with handicraft and apparel stores as well as good restaurants within walking distance. The hotel's courtyard is serene and peaceful. A great place to have a quiet cup of tea to warm up or enjoy a selection from their menu. The interior décor is extremely beautiful, appears to be aligned with the Tibetan culture and is also filled with beautiful Thangka paintings. For those are who are art lovers, this hotel also holds an in-house art exhibition from time to time. The staff are an asset of this hotel, always going above and beyond to cater to our needs and requests. They do it with such sincerity, grace and cheerfulness. Abhi, Anjali, Shesheer and Rosie – these wonderful people we will never forget. We were always touched by their service spirit and kind gestures. When we were leaving back to home, Rosie came running to our car with 2 beautiful orange Tibetan Khadas in her hands. She sought permission to place it on us and said “Maam, this is for your safe journey back home”. I was truly moved by that gesture. The Dalai La Hotel, its most gracious, exuberant and humble owner who made certain things happen for us and the wonderful staff will always remain special in our hearts. We are filled with nothing but gratitude and definitely look forward to coming back to The Dalai La. …
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded 4 days ago
Namaste Gayathiri, We are happy to hear that you have reached your home safely. Having you guys here with us was a pleasure. We are delighted that we were able to meet your expectations and provide you with the service that prompted you to write such a kind and generous word. We are very grateful that you took the time to provide us with such a positive review. We value the fact that you gave careful consideration to even the tiniest things concerning our hotel. The development of an oasis, which is what we're aiming for, is made possible by all of these minor details. We appreciate you acknowledging and complimenting our colleagues as well. Everyone is pleased to hear what you have to say about them. Your positive guest review serves as our inspiration to work harder and improve our services. We're happy to have contributed to your wonderful experience in Kathmandu, Nepal, throughout your time with us. The Dalai-la family as a whole misses you and looks forward to having you visit us again in the future. With love and blessings from the Dalai-la family, we would also like to wish you happiness for your upcoming wedding.
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The food was delicious and the service provided by Sovit Tamang. He was so very welcoming and gave us lot’s of good advices. We will for sure come back again and recommend to our friends! It’s not our first visit and we are happy to see that the quality is still the same!😊
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded 5 days ago
Namaste Amidamarika, Thank you for your lovely review. We are pleased to hear that you found our cuisine and service to be satisfactory. Our colleague is thrilled to hear that his work was acknowledged and valued. The crew is constantly encouraged to keep working hard and do even better in the future by reviews like yours. Thank you for recommending Dalai-La Boutique Hotel to all the viewers. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed yourself. We are eager to host you once more.
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My favorite place to stay ever when in Kathmandu. The staff is unbelievably friendly and accommodating! Rooms are beautiful and food is amazing! Highly recommend booking at this hotel if traveling to Thamel
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Responded 1 week ago
Namaste Harry, Having you and your friends here with us is always a wonderful joy. We are grateful that you have chosen to make our hotel your favorite residence. Anytime you need our help, just let us know. We appreciate you taking the time to write such a kind review for us and to pass along your recommendation to others. We appreciate all of your kind words. We look forward to your return.
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A very friendly hotel set around a relaxing courtyard, that offers respite from the bustle of Thamel just outside the gate. Feels like it embodies Nepal's charm and warm hospitality. Comfy rooms, well cooked food and always happy to help with any queries. Also a useful meeting room available to hire.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
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Responded 1 week ago
Namaste Tom, Thank you for sharing your experience. We are overjoyed that we exceeded your expectations during your time with us and that you enjoyed our team's hospitality. Your keen observation of our accommodations and decoration with arts and crafts is much appreciated. Everything you have said is exactly the kind of space and place we have been wanting to create, an oasis, a utopia for the realist. It is always nice to get good feedback, and we are touched by your kind remarks about the hotel and its offerings. It has always been our goal at Dalai-La Boutique Hotel to provide visitors with a unique experience, and reading your evaluation has proven that our efforts have been fruitful. Having you again will be a pleasure for us.
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This is my 3rd stay at the Dalai-la hotel. More than 1 month here gives me a sense of belonging, for me everyone here is very friendly and likeable. know that I go on a business trip alone, so people often start a conversation to simply share about a working day. The Dalai-la arranges a neat and clean room. In the middle there is a large courtyard, surrounded by beautiful decorations. Breakfast is rich, I usually eat a big breakfast to get ready for a long working day, but if you forget to eat lunch, you won't be hungry. I like this place, will stay here for next business trips
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
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Room Tip: I always stay at room 403
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Responded 3 weeks ago
Namaste TranHung, It was our pleasure to have you here with us. We would like to thank you for your valuable time writing us such a lovely review. We are happy to have served you for the second time in the last 6 months and being part of the experience. Your keen observation of our accommodation and decoration of arts and crafts are much appreciated. We are happy to learn that our services have satisfied you and your kind words will surely be passed on to our team. A positive guest review like yours is always a motivation for us to do even better. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay here with us. We look forward to hosting you again.
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PRICE RANGE
US$90 - US$120 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
NepalCentral RegionBagmati ZoneKathmandu ValleyKathmandu
NUMBER OF ROOMS
25
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dalai-La Boutique Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Dalai-La Boutique Hotel?
Nearby attractions include S.K. Handicrafts Export (0.4 km), Socialtours (0.4 km), and Museum of Nepali Art (0.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Dalai-La Boutique Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Dalai-La Boutique Hotel?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and blackout curtains.
What food & drink options are available at Dalai-La Boutique Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Dalai-La Boutique Hotel?
Yes, free private parking nearby, free public parking nearby, and a parking garage are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Dalai-La Boutique Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Carpe Diem Lounge & Bakery, MarcoPolo Restaurant, and Yala Cafe.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Dalai-La Boutique Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to yoga classes during their stay.
Does Dalai-La Boutique Hotel have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Dalai-La Boutique Hotel offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Dalai-La Boutique Hotel have airport transportation?
Yes, Dalai-La Boutique Hotel offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Dalai-La Boutique Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.