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Hotel Encounter Nepal

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with spa, near Kathmandu Durbar Square

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Experience the heart of Thamel at Hotel Encounter Nepal, where family-friendly vibes meet modern comfort. Enjoy a rooftop view, treat yourself to a spa massage, and indulge in fine dining with garden views. With kids' meals available and playground activities for little ones plus WiFi to stay connected.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Airport pick-up service

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
The current price is CNY153
CNY190 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Golkupakha, Thamel North, Ward No 29, Samakhusi Marg, Kathmandu, 44600

What's nearby

  • Ballys Casino - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Garden of Dreams - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Durbar Marg - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Narayanhity Palace Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kathmandu Durbar Square - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Tribhuvan Intl. Airport (KTM) - 21 min drive
  • Airport pick-up service
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪New Everest Mo:Mo: Centre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Olive - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Momotarau - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Al Madina Halal Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Newa Mo:Mo Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Encounter Nepal

Located just 4 mi (6.4 km) from the airport, Hotel Encounter Nepal offers pick-up service (available 24 hours). Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. A rooftop terrace, a bar/lounge, and a sauna are other features.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 12:30 PM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15
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Children

    • One child (8 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Limited self and valet parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport pickup (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite

    • Casino shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 21-inch LED TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages.

Dining

Garden Restaurent - This fine-dining restaurant overlooks the garden. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NPR 700 for adults and NPR 200 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NPR 1300 per vehicle. Maximum occupancy 6
  • Casino shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NPR 15.0 per day

Parking

  • RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International

Cashless transactions are available.

Property Registration Number 9823645567

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Hotel Encounter Nepal?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Encounter Nepal?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Parking spots may be limited. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Encounter Nepal?

Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is NPR 1300 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Encounter Nepal?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:30 PM.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Encounter Nepal?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Ballys Casino (4-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Encounter Nepal and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like kayaking and rafting, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a sauna and a steam room. Hotel Encounter Nepal also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Encounter Nepal?

Yes, Garden Restaurent offers garden views.

What's the area around Hotel Encounter Nepal like?

Hotel Encounter Nepal is in the heart of Kathmandu, a short 10-minute walk from Garden of Dreams and 14 minutes' walk from Durbar Marg.

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Reviews

Hotel Encounter Nepal Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Love the property and staff.
Evelyn, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed again after pokhara trip !

Stayed again after a trip to Pokhara, so friendly staff, was nice to be in a comfy place again.
Kuman, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place by Thamel

We loved our stay here, especially the times we spent in the courtyard restaurant. Laxman was lovely and took great care of us there.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

Excellent friendly staff, great location.
Kuman, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed here many times and Hotel Encounter always offers me a comfortable place from which to explore Kathmandu with friendliness and excellent service.
John, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel. Breakfast was good but kitchen is slow/inattentive at times. Very good for the price.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Just across the road to from Thamel tourist area this hotel is peaceful with decent sized rooms, hot showers, peaceful courtyard, good breakfasts, espresso style coffees. Staff are helpful & friendly. Stayed here multiple times. April 2023
Adrian, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice
Utshav Bikram, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I had the pleasure of staying with Hotel Encounter 4 separate times in 2 1/2 weeks, and it was a fantastic experience. The staff was excellent, the food was incredible, and the rooms are a nice safe-haven when you are so far from home. I am so appreciative. Thank you, Hotel Encounter, for taking such great care of me!
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

is ok
Federico, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was a lovely stay. I booked a standard room for one night. Upon check-in at the hotel, the administration upgraded it to a Deluxe room free of additional charges. The in-house restaurent was wonderful. Food was great. Room service was fast and excellent. I will definetly stay here next time I visit Kathmandu. Overall a wonderful experience. Highly recommended.
MOHAMED NAHUVEE, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The General Manager Mr. Mukunda Pokharel will quickly find you a good transport to airport or wherever you want to go in Nepal. The rooms are big by American and Thai standards. Bathrooms are big and clean. Beds are excellent big and firm exactly as we like our beds to be. Staff are super safe, friendly, funny, considerate, cheerful, discreet, helpful, and can get you any service or tour or info you can possibly need. Two big quiet gardens away from exciting busy hustle and bustle of Thamel neighborhood. Rooms are very clean. Staircase is excellent, wide, beautiful, clean all marble stone for easy fast carrying luggage and running to your free breakfast in the garden. The city of Kathmandu is currently doing a lot of road work, construction, city plumbing, so most hotels in the area temporarily (less than 1 minute) have a short blast of black or grey concrete coming from sink tap, toilet, just a few seconds, so don’t panic, it’s just the city water main lines being worked on. Some hotels also have water towers or cisterns atop their roofs to ensure you have lots of water 24/7, so dusty water for a moment might be normal. Clean water eventually comes out, you’ll be OK. Drink bottled water and use that for brushing your teeth and washing your face, you will be OK. Looking forward to our next vacation in Nepal. The cities are glorious fun chaos and dusty good fun: adventure pure and simple. Do try to escape the city for the mountains! Aloha :) Namaste!
Saisiri, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The staff met me at the airport for US$15. They provided bus to get to my next stop and Chitwan National Park. Room was clean and relatively quiet. Very close to the bus station to Pokhara or Chitwan.
Catherine, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

C’est excellent. Très bon service. Conseillé d’aller visiter
Lamakhadga, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Mattress, old and uncomfortable, bedding, not fresh and clean, towels, gray
Linda, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff was so friendly and helpful. Nice area not that noisy.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The location is pretty good - close to Thamel without being right in it. The room was fairly basic and could maybe do with a good renovation, but was comfortable and more than adequate for my needs. Overall, an enjoyable stay and very good value.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

They are very flexible and allow me to stay more time in the property once my flight was in the afternoon. The staff are amazing. Very food treatment.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Super vriendelijk personeel dat echt probeert je te helpen ook al ligt dit buiten de gebaande paden.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good value in a good location

Hotels was very good value for money, not exceptional but everything you could want in a good location just across from the main tourist shopping area. Plenty of good places to eat nearby. Staff very friendly and helpful Good WiFi
Pamela, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Not so good hotel

Very crowded place and in a byline. Thou staff were cordial, the location of the hotel is bad. No lift in the hotel. Fridge connection was removed.
Amarnath, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

surtout n'hesitez pas

tres bon sejour personnel tres attentif a vos demandes toujours a votre ecoute .je tenais a remercier tout l encadrement pour leur hospitalite et leur devouement surtout lorsque ma femme s'est cassee les deux chevilles lors d'une visite d'un temple tout le staff a repondu present (appel de l'ambulance tranfert au meilleur hopital de katmandu accompagné par le patron afin que tout se deroule comme il faut) un tres tres grand merci tres bon salon de massage n'hesitez pas tres bon service pour les excursions enfin tres bonne nourriture(grill).encore un fres grand merci.
laurent, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I stayed at this property for my first night in Kathmandu and couldn't have asked for better. I had arranged for their shuttle and the driver stayed even though my flight was delayed. The courtyard is beautiful and relaxing. The view from the room was great and the service from the staff was wonderful. I had had my baggage delayed and reception helped me sort it out.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommendable

Lovely hotel away from main Thamel area. Very friendly staff will do anything for you. Room size is great and fairly comfortable. Restaurant also great food and coffee.
Kevin, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Central and quiet

Even if the hotel is situated at the north end of Thamel it is very quiet during the night. The manager and the staff are very very friendly and helpful. I recommend to take a room with gardenview. It's spacious and sunny in the morning. The bed was very comfortable and the shower worked very well. For breakfast you can choose a big variety from the menu and I was happy to find the Porridge there.
Ulrike, 3-night trip