Lonely Planet Review

Hotel Encounter Nepal is a good-value upper budget place just to the north of Thamel, in a more 'lived-in' part of Kathmandu. The variety of rooms means there's something for everyone from budget to mid-range.

The hotel consists of an old and new block separated by a pleasant garden. The old block is sunny, spacious and good value, with cheaper rooms. The spiffier new block has nice corner rooms with views northwest to Nagarjun, some with balcony. There's also a single penthouse room with amazing views. The management can help with most things, from laundry to finding a trekking guide, and there are some useful touches like lobby Internet access, easy parking and a good value garden restaurant. The only downer is that you take your life in your hands crossing diabolical Lekhnath Marg to get here.

Review by author Bradley Mayhew

Map

Facilities

1. Tour desk
2. TV in room
3. Valet parking
4. Wake up service
5. Pets allowed
6. Phone/Fax

1. Room service
2. Safe
3. Smoking rooms
4. Tea and Coffee maker
5. Laundry service
6. Left luggage/storage

1. Linen/Towels supplied
2. Lockers
3. Non smoking rooms
4. Parking
5. Cafe / Restaurant
6. Children allowed

1. Facilities - Private
2. Facilities - Shared
3. Internet access
4. Kitchen/Kitchenette
5. 24-hour reception
6. Air conditioning
7. Business center