Gokarna Forest Resort Kathmandu  

In Gokarneshwar on the edge of Kathmandu. This family-friendly resort is a quick 10-minute drive from Boudhanath and Pashupatinath Temple, about 3.4–3.5 miles from Changu Narayan Temple and Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, and roughly 8 km from the city center.

One hundred individually decorated guestrooms feature minibars, LED televisions, safes and desks. Bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. The property pairs polished rooms with a resort layout that centers on wellness and leisure—think spa spaces, indoor pool areas and roomy family facilities.

Pamper yourself at the spa with massages, body treatments and facials. Recreational highlights include an indoor pool, a pool, a sauna, a health club, fitness center and a yoga area. On-site extras: a library, picnic and barbecue areas, gift shop/newsstand, babysitting (surcharge), 24-hour room service, roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) and free self parking.

A 24-hour business center supports meetings, with a conference center and five meeting rooms totaling 3,074 sq ft (286 sq m). Express check-in/out and complimentary wireless internet keep work running smooth.

Three on-site restaurants—including Durbar Restaurant—and a bar/lounge keep options open. Buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00–10:30 for a fee, and 24-hour room service is available; expect local cuisine and regional flavors on the menu.