Dwarika's Sanctuary - A Himalayan Wellness Retreat

Breakfast was good and healthy.

Dinner one evening with Dal Makhani and other creamy veggies etc was not appropriate for a health resort.

The resort is spread out on a hill, with various activity rooms spread across the natural lush landscape. The atmosphere is serene and is ideal for a wellness retreat and you can completely disconnect from the outside world. They have excellent activities, including Yoga, Meditation, sound healing, painting, pottery etc. But most importantly it was the best service i have experienced, they were able to accommodate all my requests and were were warm and helpfull.

As it is spread out on a hill you are often dependant on the the resort cart to take you to places. But it was always readily available so it was not really an issue.

The location is beautiful and the hotel itself is very nice. The rooms are beautifully and meticulously designed, and there are several areas for walking and meditation, which give the place a real sanctuary feel. The Nepalese cuisine was very good, and the restaurant staff were genuinely kind and attentive. The hotel also organized a monastery visit with an excellent guide, Soggat, which was a highlight of our stay.

The experiences and classes organized by the hotel felt more commercial than spiritual. We stayed in other hotels in Nepal, including Dwarika’s in Kathmandu, which was excellent, and in comparison the overall experience here was below our expectations. The staff appeared overworked, tired, and underpaid, and this atmosphere was noticeable throughout the whole levels at the hotel. Considering the high prices relative to the local context, this was disappointing. The Japanese restaurant was also very underwhelming.

People, Location, Facilities and Food

It was one of the most relaxing places I have ever stayed at PERFECT

Everything

Great room and resorts. Highly recommended and especially the message! Dont miss it.

The breakfast options are very limited and can be improved.

Einfach alles! Von Begrüßung bei Ankunft bis abschied, es hat einfach alles übertreffend gepasst. Einfach gesagt, es war die besten 5 Sterne Spa resort die wir auf der ganzen Welt besucht haben. Ein großes Lob und wir können es nur einfach weiter empfehlen.

Der Ausblick!

Kein Adapter den man sich ausleihen kann.

Lo que más nos gustó fue la atención de todo el personal, en especial de Prasanna y la gurú Yum. Nos han hecho sentir como en casa.

Views, good food and Hospitality

To be honest nothing to mention

It is a such special place to be! The landscape, the rooms, interior design, wellness concept with deep meanings, SPA. It's a perfect solo or couples escape into heaven for such a deep restart!

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Nepal is an exceptional part of the world in itself, and Dwarika's Dhulikhel is an exceptional place in Nepal. The resort is outstanding; the design of the suites, and of every single spot (bar, restaurant, spa, outdoor spaces) beautiful. But its main assets are the people; polite, friendly, helpful; the best hotels of the world may learn the art of hospitality from them. It's a place you will not want to leave. And you will not leave because there is so much to do with plenty included in the price. You may have morning and evening yoga classes with the best yoga gurus you will ever have a chance to meet. The same can be said about breathing and meditation gurus (even though that was above the level of our expertise). Ayuverdic medicine consultation is a must. It doesn't matter whether you have a problem or not; go there just to learn something new from the top class, highly educated doctors. Food is delicious. A cooking class with the chef (a small additional fee) brilliant. Spa treatment (additional fees) excellent.

Absolutely nothing. Getting there on your own would be difficult, but they will arrange a transfer for you from/ to any place in Kathmandu (or perhaps any place).

What can I say about an exceptional venue? Great location, excellently presented grounds, lovely nature, lovely staff, lovely service, great food, great views, tranquility, peace, cleanliness, everything all rolled into one. Highly recommend this place for solo, for family, for groups, for friends, for loved ones, for partners, for anyone really and their spa service was also exceptional and lots of smiley staff everywhere. Very helpful. I miss this place already.

I really love the concept — the way they merge the stay with spiritual activities is truly special. The food was excellent, and all the teachers and gurus were wonderful. They were supportive, generous with their knowledge, and shared everything in a very thoughtful and accessible way. I deeply appreciate everything I learned from them; these teachings will stay with me, and I’ll carry them forward in my life.

I was quite disappointed with how the reception team managed the experience. Upon arrival, I was informed that the chakra chambers were closed — which was actually the main reason I made the booking. The initial conversation was filled with phrases like “no” and “not available,” rather than offering alternatives or solutions. It was only after I expressed my dissatisfaction that they started looking for options, but at this level of service, solutions should be proactively provided, not reactive. This is positioned as a luxury experience, so I expected to receive what was promised in the schedule. I wasn’t asking for anything additional — just what had been advertised. Their response that “no one else has complained” was dismissive and unhelpful. Additionally, I noticed that any time I needed assistance, there were consistent delays. It’s clear the reception staff would benefit from further training in customer service and experience management

The staff were so friendly and welcoming, I enjoyed talking to them all and learning from the gurus too. I loved all the activities from meditation to pottery. The food was incredible, some of the best I’ve ever had especially the Biryani and Dahl Makhani The facilities were great. Huge rooms done really nicely. I felt relaxed and looked after the entire time I was there and was sad to leave!

everything is perfect!

What a lovely resort to rest, relax and recharge. Plenty of onsite activities to participate in - yoga, meditation and spa. There are 2 swimming pools as well. The staff were attentive and friendly and helpful and made sure that I was well fed and comfortable. Special thanks to the onsite Ayurvedic doctor, Ashish (restaurant manager) and Sivaram (yoga teacher), the meditation teacher and to everyone else who made my stay all the more enjoyable and pleasant. Being able to contact the resort staff via Whatsapp for any assistance was also very helpful and convenient.

There really wasn't anything to dislike about the resort, perhaps if the outdoor pool was heated, it would be more enjoyable to have a swim and enjoy the view.

Great location, lots of activities, the rooms are amazing, infinity pool with a view, immersed in nature

Pricey but you know this when you sign up for it. As a treat it was worth it

The hotel is in the beautiful location, all facilities are luxurious and super clean, and comfortable. They had great activities planned throughout the day which were very interesting to partake in. Great breakfast, except cappucino/latte.

The drinks and food were not worth of their price, even cappucino or latte coffee was done not properly and all drinks seemed to have been diluted with water. Some of the staff were not wanting to help or not very polite, creating stressful situations.

So quiet, beautiful and relaxing. Staff is great, and activities are awesome (I usually do not do them, but they were so good I did nearly all of them at the end).

I stayed 4days for honeymoon. All of staff make me and wife happy. This is best experience in nepal. Wonderful place and kind staffs. strongly recommend for resting.

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Ambience and serivices

Not that I can think of

They have soooo many Ayurveda and yoga activities to join , I joined like 7-8 of it ! They have the best teachers in Nepal , and the whole resort has many spiritual spaces like crystal house , salt house and there are mantra everywhere! Really interesting and meaningful experience

One of the best holistic wellness travel destinations which combines luxury with spirituality and a finesse which is not easy to find. Commendable and a true delight! High quality staff led by Kiran and great food by Chef Sunita and her team

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Beautiful serene property - such attention to detail!!! Wonderful Yoga and meditation classes, and salt cave. We would’ve loved to stay longer - will return for a longer stay. The views of the Himalayas, the well maintained grounds and secluded seating areas made it hard to leave the property….and to top it off, the staff went out of their way to make you comfortable.

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We recently had the extraordinary pleasure of returning to Dwarika's Hotel Dhulikel for the second time, and we can hardly find words to express just how incredibly wonderful our experience was. From the moment we arrived, we were enveloped in an atmosphere of freshness and delicateness that we had never encountered before. The farm-based foods they offer are nothing short of a culinary revelation, bursting with flavors that can only come from the most genuine and natural sources. However, what truly sets Dwarika's Hotel Dhulikel apart is the people. From the very first interaction, we felt like a part of their family royalty. The staff's warmth and genuine desire to make every aspect of our stay perfect was simply heartwarming. Pramesh and Suman deserve special mention for going above and beyond to ensure that our time there was not only memorable but truly unforgettable. Their kindness, attention to detail, and willingness to make every moment special made us feel like cherished guests.The facilities at the hotel are beyond . Every corner is adorned with thoughtful details that reflect a deep commitment to providing an exceptional experience. The little presents left in our room and the careful attention paid to our preferences without us even needing to ask were small touches that made a huge difference. The range of spiritual and creative cultural activities they offer added another layer of enrichment to our stay, allowing us to connect with the essence of Nepal on a profound level.Having traveled to more than 30 countries and experienced luxury accommodations from renowned brands like Jumeirah, Hilton, and Six Senses, we can confidently say that Dwarika's Hotel Dhulikel outshines them all. Dwarika's Hotel Dhulikel, you have turned Nepal into one of our favorite destinations for exactly these reasons.

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The property is excellent - perfect blend of forest/hill and 5-star resort. The staff are very warm and friendly. The food is excellent. The rooms were neat and tidy, and the room service was very prompt.

There is ample open storage space, but no wardrobe. It is probably due to the whole interior theme (Forest theme).

The place is truly one of a kind - such a unique concept filled with peace, reflection, and so much space. I'm glad we got to experience everything the place offers, from a crystal room and a meditation chamber to chakra alignment sessions. You'll get lost in their vast land, and that's the whole point - to help you find yourself again.

Although the location is a bit far off, it's worth the drive to experience what awaits once you get there.

What a wonderful retreat hotel - everyone is so kind and the activities included were flexible and enjoyable. We had no idea so much would be offered to us beyond just a nice "hotel with breakfast included"

transportation to/from airport should be included. Staff forgot to pick us up but apologized kindly with cake and a bottle of wine surprise.

Everything

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Everything was above and beyond exceptional. So much care and detail in everything, a totally unique experience. Thank you for an incredible stay!

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service

facility sometimes a bit old

it is simply perfect

The fabulous attention to details, the peaceful theme, the charming facilities, exceptional service and cozy set up.

This is an Oasis of luxury, just out of Kathmandu. It is a great experience from Check-in till Check-out. Very hospitable staff. The rooms and facilities are just GREAT

Can't think of anything.

All meals were excellent, with a choice of Nepali, Indian, or Continental cuisine @ dinner. Spectacular rooms and spa services. Very friendly staff.

This is an eco-oriented resort in a forest and there are spiders. We were told that staff makes every effort to evict them but they do get in, an issue for a phobic family member.