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Hotel Encounter Nepal

Ward No 29, Thamel City North, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
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#42 of 369 hotels in Kathmandu
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Hotel Encounter Nepal is a Nepalese character hotel on the northern edge of Thamel just 4 minutes walk away from the lively Thamel Centre, 15 minutes from Tribhuvan International Airport, and 30 minutes from the major world heritage sites. Would you like to have travel information? Our travel consultant at travel office will help you after your arrival next to the reception. No problem! It does not cost you any money and use public transport to get around from there! You will find the taxi or stop which will take you to the city tour only 50 meters from the hotel. Major restaurants, bars and pubs of the city are only a 4-minute walk away. The hotel offers 36 different characters rooms all well equipped with a range of facilities and you can choose your room from 7 rooms with balcony with valley view, 16 rooms are garden facing on your preference. Hotel Encounter Nepal also offers a restaurant with bar and sunny area, FREE WiFi, 24 hour security, and free parking in front of the hotel
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Airport transportation
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Rooftop terrace
Wifi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Car hire
Taxi service
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Non-smoking hotel
Doorperson
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Air conditioning
Private balcony
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Safe
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
Smoking rooms available
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HOTEL CLASS
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Family
Charming
Languages Spoken
English, Hindi
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sheetal v wrote a review Nov 2023
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peaceful environment and the hospitality is very good. U can do yoga yourself on hotel ground early morning. And spa services was excellent. I recommend to all once u most have to go for spa after your trek. Thank you Hotel encounter.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Sarbadal Pal wrote a review Aug 2023
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I liked the property as it is clean and a lot of greenery in and around the property. Room was good but did not have basic things like all lights were not working. Bathroom's tab did not have proper water flow. And no actions were taken after informing them multiple times. Food was not good and did not have room service.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Companion50658538305 wrote a review May 2023
4 contributions1 helpful vote
I love the hotel staff here!! Everybody so accommodating to us from getting extra towels, fans, or extending our stay in the evening until we fly out. The chicken sausages are better than the other hotels we stayed in. I love having local fruits with my yogurt in the morning and omelette with tomatoes. If you are looking for a location close to the shops but away from the busy traffic and tourism, this place is perfect. It is off a main street but within walking distance to the shops. Great value for comfortable stay in Kathmandu. Please talk to Bikash Phuyal. They are very understanding and super helpful or have a chat with them and learn more about Nepalese culture, politics, economic, or recommendations.
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Great hotel for trekkers! Clean rooms, hot showers, AC unit, and breakfast with your stay.
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vienb wrote a review May 2023
51 contributions13 helpful votes
What a lovely hotel. Staff is very warm and helpful. They were very accommodating with our needs. We are used to carrying our own bags, they insist on carrying the bags to our room. That is so sweet. We appreciated that. The hot water was welcoming but we took cool shower instead. The hotel location is very close to some of the shopping areas. We just love the quiet location in a busy area. A little oasis in the middle of neighborhood filled with asphalt, concrete, and bricks. I especially love having breakfast in their lovely courtyard every morning. It was so peaceful.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Evgenia P wrote a review Mar 2023
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The guys on reception very helpful and welcoming! The breakfast was really yummy . and everyone from personal kindness. Good location from Thamel market and bar streets. To stay as a solo traveller I was satisfied with everything. Thank you!)
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Mrs Hawker wrote a review Feb 2023
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Excellent service and value for money. Fantastic location right in the heart of Nepal but perfectly placed as it is set back from the main roads so you can be close yet conveniently hidden / pushed back from the noisy traffic. The highlights of this hotel are the excellent staff and outdoor restaurant terrace. The staff were always very friendly and approachable - one young man on reception had impeccable English. We stayed here during the FIFA World Cup 2022 and the staff had set up a large projector screen in the terrace and were streaming all games for guests to enjoy. They even supported my husband to watch a 1am match of our homecountry team! This hotel was booked on our behalf by a tour company but we would highly recommend due to staff service and location. The room is very basic but it is a low budget hotel and you get what you pay for.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Graham Levy wrote a review Jan 2023
Durban, South Africa2 contributions2 helpful votes
Centrally located, comfortable old world. Staff so willing and helpful. Our waiter Laxman even came along on our return trip to the airport to say goodbye and help us with our luggage. Management really make you feel like family. The Nepalese people are truly amazing. A lesson for the rest of humanity... Will definately be back
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Ashleigh wrote a review Jan 2023
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We booked this hotel on advice from other reviews on trip advisor and could not have been happier. Location is perfect. Staff at the hotel are incredibly friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Encounter and would most definitely recommend it to anyone wanting to spend some time in Katmandu. Rooms are clean, and have wonderful hot water. They also have a sister trekking company Blackdiamond explorations that helped us with our trekking package to Annapurna base camp. Fantastic service with great advice.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Swastika Bhattacharya wrote a review Oct 2022
Kolkata (Calcutta), India9 contributions
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If you are looking for a swimming pool, spa and luxury, this is not exactly the place. But if you are looking for hospitality, kindness and experience the feeling of "atithi devo bhava", this is what you need. No I will not falsely say that we didn't face problems with hot water or problem with bed. We did. But what I appreciate the most is their concern and their readiness to correct any problems. The breakfasts and dinner (especially thalis) made you feel at home. Also the view from the deluxe rooms were beyond words. If you are lucky you will be able to see the snowcapped mountains. Having a cup of milk coffee (which was just perfect) at the open dining area, surrounded by tree and a pocket of sunshine in the city, would make me feel alive in the mornings and in the evenings, drain away exhaustion from a tiring day. I absolutely loved the stay. I seriously appreciate the hospitality the most. I can't wait to visit Kathmandu soon.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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shanvi ka s wrote a review Sept 2022
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I am Sashi Kumar from India. I came here with my friends to explore kathamndu and this is my first time in hotel encounter Nepal. First they warmly welcome us check in was very smooth and fast. Staffs there were very kind,helpful and energetic, rooms were very clean and tidy located at the centre of the thamel. I will definitely come back here if I come back to Nepal.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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£16 - £27 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
NepalCentral RegionBagmati ZoneKathmandu ValleyKathmandu
NUMBER OF ROOMS
36
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Encounter Nepal
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Encounter Nepal?
Nearby attractions include Museum of Nepali Art (0.3 miles), Kala Pattar (0.2 miles), and Sam's Bar (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Encounter Nepal?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Hotel Encounter Nepal?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Hotel Encounter Nepal?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Hotel Encounter Nepal?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Encounter Nepal?
Conveniently located restaurants include Kathmandu Grill Restaurant And Wine Bar, Carpe Diem Lounge & Bakery, and MarcoPolo Restaurant.
Does Hotel Encounter Nepal have airport transportation?
Yes, Hotel Encounter Nepal offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Hotel Encounter Nepal?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Hotel Encounter Nepal offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to meeting rooms and a banquet room during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hotel Encounter Nepal?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Hindi.
Are there any historical sites close to Hotel Encounter Nepal?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Kathmandu Durbar Square (1.0 miles), Krisnhna Mandir Temple (Chayasim Deval) (3.2 miles), and Patan Royal Palace (3.3 miles).