Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel, KathmanduDusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel in Kathmandu, Nepal has a corrected score of 3.5 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 17 of 22 hotels we score in Kathmandu. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.3 before correction: Booking.com 2.1, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.8. Rooms from about $285 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located on a hilltop in the Himalayan foothills, Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel is a five-star property situated in Dhulikhel. It consists of 44 guest rooms and 20 villas featuring large living areas and workspaces. The resort is suitable for families and those seeking wellness, offering a spa that combines Thai and Nepalese traditions, a fitness centre, and an outdoor swimming pool. Dining options include a bar and a restaurant serving Chinese cuisine. While the resort provides high-end amenities and airport transfers, the drive from Tribhuvan International Airport takes approximately 90 minutes. The property opened in July 2023 as the first branded luxury resort in this specific area.What stands out

Mountain views from rooms

Thai and Nepalese inspired spa

Outdoor swimming pool

Spacious villas and rooms

Watch out for

Long drive from the airport

Better-scored in Kathmandu

Royal Tulip Chitwan Nepal, Kathmandu: 4.3 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $103 a night. Royal Tulip Chitwan is a hotel situated in Sauraha, near the Tharu Cultural Museum.

Dwarikas Resort Dhulikhel, Kathmandu: 4.2 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), from $945 a night. Dwarikas Resort Dhulikhel is a luxury wellness retreat situated on ten hectares of hillside in the Himalayan foothills.

The Dwarikas Hotel, Kathmandu: 4.1 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), from $411 a night. The Dwarikas Hotel is a heritage property located in the Battisputali neighbourhood of Kathmandu.