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Fish Tail Lodge

3.0 star property
Travelers find both relaxation and adventure at this lakeside retreat, where wellness treatments complement water sports for a perfect balance

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Fish Tail Lodge sits by the water, blending relaxation and activity. Enjoy the sauna, then go paddleboarding or kayaking. Free WiFi is available, and cycling paths, rowing, and boat tours highlight the natural beauty.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NT$4,447
NT$5,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21

Room options

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Standard Queen / Twin Room | Living area | 30-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, table tennis

Standard Queen / Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Day bed
Bidet
Designer toiletries
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Queen / Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 258 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Heritage Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Heritage Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Heritage Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Bidet
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Heritage Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Heritage Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 370 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Premium Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Heritage Room 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Located in Pokhara, Fish Tail Lodge is in the business district and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Phewa Lake and Ratna Mandir, while Pokhara International Mountain Museum and Pokhara Regional Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and rock climbing.
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Lake Side, Pokhara, 33700

What's nearby

  • Phewa Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ratna Mandir - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pokhara International Mountain Museum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Devi's Falls - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • World Peace Stupa - 8 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Pokhara Intl. Airport (PKR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Lan Hua Chinese Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪You and me - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Backyard Balcony - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ambika Juice Pokhara - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪AM/PM Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Fish Tail Lodge

Hotel by the lake
At Fish Tail Lodge, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy canoeing, paddleboards, and cycling at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in reflexology, a massage, or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site Himalayan (Nepal) cuisine restaurant, The Circle Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like boat tours and kayaking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and a hair salon.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge), and bike rentals
  • An electric car charging station, access to a nearby health club, and express check-out
Room features
All 61 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and free toiletries
  • 30-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, children's slippers, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 2-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 2-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking within 0.6 miles
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NPR 1,600 for adults and NPR 800 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Tea service

Restaurants on site

  • The Circle Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Games
  • Health club
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 floor
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1960
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: NPR 6000
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: NPR 3000 (up to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: NPR 6000
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: NPR 3000 (up to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NPR 1600 for adults and NPR 800 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NPR 2500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NPR 2500 (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Free in-room WiFi has a 2-device limit; WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 2-device limit
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, or fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Fish Tail Lodge
Fish Tail Lodge Pokhara
Fish Tail Pokhara
Fishtail Hotel Pokhara
Fishtail Resort Pokhara
Fish Tail Lodge Hotel
Fish Tail Lodge Pokhara
Fish Tail Lodge Hotel Pokhara

Frequently asked questions

Does Fish Tail Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–7:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Fish Tail Lodge?

As of 2026/1/15, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fish Tail Lodge on 2026/1/20 start from NT$4,447, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Fish Tail Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Fish Tail Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Fish Tail Lodge?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Fish Tail Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NPR 2500 per vehicle applies.

Where is Fish Tail Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Phewa Lake and Ratna Mandir. Tal Barahi Temple and Pokhara Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Fish Tail Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 62 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lili

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, and view was amazing! the staff were all so kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Fish Tail Lodge! The hotel in general is beautiful and the room was spacious and pretty. The breakfast had so many options and even a “bar” for cooking eggs according to your preference. We found very unique having to cross the lake by boat (the ride is only a couple of minutes but changes everything). And finally, big shoutout to the staff, they were all AMAZING and made the big difference for us to bring so many nice memories of our days in Pokhara. I’d pick this hotel again no question.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gurdial

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique location and an absolutely beautiful hotel

What an unique location. The only way to get across to the hotel is by hand pulled raft or a small rowing boat if you don't have any large luggage. The hotel is so tranquil and in beautiful grounds. Modern bathroom. One of the few places we stayed where the room had a safe. Also they allow you to use the pool & spa after check out if you have a late flight. Excellent dinner options served. Some people might think the rooms on the small size considering the price paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our experience at Fishtail Lodge is as second to none. The setting on the Fewa Lake was a tranquil oasis and a much needed change of pace. I don’t think I have ever stayed at a more ideal location , close to town…restaurants and shopping but the most relaxing local surrounded by water and forest. Staff could not be more helpful with any request big or small. Highest praise for this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My favorite place in Pokhara

Loved this place! Our favorite location in Pokhara. A beautiful oasis with flower gardens, pool, fitness center, kayaking, amazing food, great service, right by the lake in the forest where you can watch the sun set while having a drink and smoking shisha. There is a quick 5-minute boat ride, which transfers you to the city in case of excursions, but I barely wanted to leave this beautiful peaceful location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Hitendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little gem in Pokhara.

Small room, the staff were very attentive and friendly. Great location to shops and restaurants. The breakfast range was small and repetitive every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ARIF

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

BING

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we stayed one night there with friends, and weather was but we decided to hit the pool after a long day spent at the airport (KTM delays). then went to use the sauna which is a small room next to the pool in the corner, staff opened the door and prepared it for us, but ONLY AFTER we used it for like 15 mins, he started to write us a bill, I think it was 3000 for steam & sauna per person! but there was no price or any indication that service is charged extra for guests. what a shame. they really should be upfront and honest about it.

10/10 Excellent

BING

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
overall the location is amazing but the small sauna & steam room next to the pool is CHARGED for guests to use, however theres no sign or price list on the door or the sauna indicating that, we used it for like 20 mins, and were charged 3000NPR per person. nobody informed us its not free for guests to use, that was a very disappointing incident, its not about the money rather than we would like to be informed that its additionally fee involved, for the sauna and steam room is very very dated anyways. dont know why they do that.

10/10 Excellent

Jahjeeth Singh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Amazing place and location.. Unique aspect is the location in the middle of the lake which requires the raft for access (available 24X7).. great food spread, delicious yet slightly expensive.. dining overlooking the lake is a great experience.. Had a hookah and drinks at the pool which was great too.. Will definitely revisit once Pokhara has a new International Airport..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A most magnificent resort

Fish tail is in a gorgeous location. On clear days can see all the Annapurna range. Rooms are charming. Food delicious. Massage fantastic. We were able to hire a retired employee as a bird guide for a day and had a wonderful time seeing the only endemic in Nepal. Would be a great honeymoon spot. Oh, yes, the President if Bangladesh and his entourage came for lunch one day!
Lake view
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxuriate in Shangri-La

I had a great respite stay at Fishtail. I had been in modest Airbnb's and wanted to pamper myself for a couple of days. So I went to Fishtail. As soon as you cross the lake on the raft and walk up the garden path to reception, you leave your cares behind. There is a great, well-card for pool, a wonderful spa and best of all wonderful gardens. The rooms have international channels to enjoy and you have your own terrace with chairs and beautiful landscaping. The food was average but the waitstaff were excellent at the restaurant and actually throughout the facility. It was a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

sherpa, Tokyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
老舗で景色が素晴らしいホテル ただ、この料金でバスタブが無いのは驚いた でも一度は泊まってほしい宿
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staffs are very kind. The restaurant is so good, staffs, food, etc. Definately I will stay the hotel, if I have a chance to visit the city.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Standalone resort rooms

spacious, standalone motel like room on the ground floor (not multistorey building)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I think this hotel would be good for a family or maybe a couple looking for a romantic getaway. For a solo traveler, new to the area, it wasn't so convenient to go to town, as you have to ride the adorable raft/ferry over and then get dropped at the parking lot across the way...where all the tourist busses are parked and a few taxis. The bed was comfy and the a/c worked, which was great, since it was extremely hot and humid the few days I was there. The hotel has a genenrator, so if the power went, it was back on within a minute or two. The staff was sweet, though the man who helped me with my luggage on the way out, decided to comment on my weight, ASK my weight, after he asked me about my stay and I told him I went paragliding. He was shocked that they took me since he thought I was too heavy. Ummmmm wow! It, unfortunately, kind of soured the experience. I'm going to chalk it up to a cultural thing, but still think it was wildly inappropriate. Nwxt time I come to Pokhara, I will stay at a hotel closer in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

david, Sydney Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming quaintness

I stayed at FTL on a friend's suggestion. The arrival by boat sets the mood for a relaxed stay. Staff are attentive and there is a tranquil feel about the place. The on-site dining is standard for such a place (& quite adequate) but there are cheaper and more interesting options if you catch the boat back over and wander down the street. Watch your in-room internet use - better to use the free connection in the eating area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location to see the mountains. Unfortunately the weather was not as clear as we hoped, but we thoroughly enjoyed the peaceful and well maintained hotel grounds.

10/10 Excellent

Paul, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel in a great location.

We enjoyed everything about our stay at the hotel, this is my fourth time in Pokhara and definitely the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel

very comfortable

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous and very beautiful setting. An excellent base for exploring the area. If I have a criticism, some of the menu was badly over-spiced to the point of being inedible. Portions are a bit too generous in places, as well. However, overall, what a stunning place and lovely, helpful staff.

10/10 Excellent

hero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

最高のホテルです！

船でフェワ湖を渡りホテルに入ります。すごく静かで別世界です。 朝はアンナプルナを見ながら外でブレックファスト。 庭も花と緑満載です。 本当にすごくいいホテルでした。

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
如果天公作美，一排雪山就在眼前。但房间太小，设施陈旧了

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Room comfort

Nice to stay within but not that cool

All feedback about it doesn't represent the reality ... it look quite good compared to other options in pokhara but it is quite far from center of gathering places