“A Charming Gem”
Hotel Shanker feels like a unique, comfortable place that doesn’t look like a chain. It’s well‑located, the staff are helpful and friendly, and the décor is a bit dated but clean and comfortable. The historic building gives it character, and I’d be disappointed if it looked like a generic chain hotel. The location is great, so we could walk or take a quick taxi to Thamel or anywhere else. The lawns in front of the hotel are lovely, and the pool sits in a quiet spot just beyond them. Breakfast was a highlight, and we also enjoyed a dinner at the restaurant. Prices are reasonable and the food is delicious. The hotel offers a fair currency exchange rate and a convenient driver who can take you anywhere in or outside Kathmandu. He was a wonderful man who suggested a sunrise view with gorgeous mountain vistas. We also joined him on a day trip to the valleys outside Kathmandu, passing through villages and capturing great photos of local life. We were lucky to wander on a sunny day when locals were harvesting rice fields. If we ever return to Kathmandu, we’ll definitely stay at Hotel Shanker again—it’s a charming gem.
Elizabeth昨天