Situated among pristine forests of pine, rhododendron and apple trees, The Dwarika's Resort Dhulikhel is a scenic journey of 45 minutes from Kathmandu and half hour from Dhulikhel city. Naturally confined at an altitude of 1700 meters, the resort endows you with the freedom of a 180-degree view of the mighty Himalayas, the Kavrepalanchok valley below and the most amazing sunrises and sunsets. The resort spread over 20 acres of gentle slopes has its own forest, cascade pools and a host of species of birds, butterflies and even deer.
The resort is a paradise for bird watching. A large variety of birds and butterflies can be found around the resort complex. The views of sunrise and sunset from Himalayan Shangri-La is the most superb in Dhulikhel. Here, you can do as much or as little as you wish.
With a wide-angle view of the Himalayas right in front plus that of the Kavrepalanchowk Valley below, Dwarika's Resort Dhulikhel lies at an altitude of 1,700 m. It also happens to be the best point for viewing beautiful sunrises and sunsets in the locality.
This eco-friendly resort can be compared to a private nature park with cascades, pools and a host of wildlife including birds, butterflies, dears, etc. The design and layout aspects are equally outstanding and priority is given to free space.
That is to say, with 36 rooms in 9 villas in its 20 acres of woodland, the resort provides probably the largest private space instead of encaging you and your desires. You may literally spread your wings and fly - there will be no barriers in your way.
The architecture of the buildings is a cent per cent depiction of that Newars and Gurungs, two culturally rich ethnic groups of Nepal. Sculptures done by local craftsmen in wood, metal and stone have been lavishly used in the buildings as well as the gardens and pathways.
A day long hiking or bicycle trip to Buddhist shrine 'Namobuddha' and ancient town of Panauti is quite popular. If you are more adventurous you can venture for rafting, fishing or swimming on Sunkoshi river 25 km down the valley.Designed and built to depict ethnic "Newari" and "Gurung" building styles of Nepal, the rooms do not come with a television, but who would really need one when rooms with the best views display huge panaromic glass windows in front of your king sized beds? It is like having your own 150 inch plasma television, and it's constantly playing the nature show, live, right in your room.
The Village Resort accommodation has been designed and built to depict various ethnic building styles of Nepal, currently has thirty six rooms with all modern amenities of which sixteen rooms are housed in four traditional Newari architectural style units with four rooms each per unit and five units built in traditional Gurung architectural style with four units of four rooms each and two single storey units with two rooms each and a central block of two storeys comprising of the bar & lounge, the restaurant and the conference room. Pathways wind up between bushes and trees that lead to the various types of accommodations. The rooms are unclutered and stylish with traditional soft furnishings and decorative items, wooden flooring with throw rugs on the floors and each room has its own garden space with hammocks and lounge chairs. The bathrooms are also uncluttered and offer no bathtubs, replacing it with an outdoor feeling shower stall and with the large windows offer fantastic views. Each room has tea/coffee making facilities with a choice of normal and herbal teas and coffee. The identification, in the basic design of the rooms is that the living space ones needs when working is different to that we need when we wish to relax. Hence the main stress on ones own outside space. The guest accommodation is a combination of excellent locations, panoramic mountain views blended with essential modern comforts.
ROOMS
Himalayan Shangri-La Resort offers well furnished Thirty-six cosy rooms with attached bathrooms. You will find here an unbelievable tranquility away from the capital's hubbub where your dreams come true. The hospitable staff will greet you and assist you for the right kind of activities during your stay.
SHANGRI-LA RESTAURANT
The centrally located main in - house Shangri-La restaurant serves popular menus Chinese, Indian , Continental and exquisite Nepali cuisine. The resort is a paradise for bird watching. A large variety of Birds and butterflies can be found around the resort complex. Of course the views of sunrise and sunset from Himalayan Shangri-La's commanding and unobstructed heights are the most superb in Dhulikhel. So, once you are there at Himalayan Shangri-La Resort, you can do as much or as little as you wish because it’s a real Shangri-La. You will be enchanted !
HIMALAYAN BAR
The bar decorated in Nepali style is fully stocked. There is also outdoor barbecue area in the greenery.
RESORT
Guest blocks are designed in distinct Nepali architecture and the artistic woodcarvings are done by craftsmen from Kathmandu valley.
While in Himalayan Shangri-La you can go to watch the ethnic life in surrounding villages and hamlets at close range. A day long hiking or bicycle trip to the Buddhist shrine 'NAMOBUDDHA' and ancient town of PANAUTI is quite popular. If you are more adventurous you can venture for rafting, fishing or swimming on the SUNKOSHI river 25 km down the valley.
SERVICES
CONFERENCE AND BANQUET
Himalayan Restaurant
Located in the central block is open all day and offers multi cuisine as well as specialized set menus. Meals on the go like picnic baskets, box breakfasts and box lunches are also catered to. Has its own fireplace and terrace. BBQ’s in the wild is also catered to seasonally.
Shangri-La Bar, Lounge & Library
Located also in the central block below the restaurant opens mid-morning and offers a full service bar with a very wide choice of cocktails, hard / soft beverages including its own wine cellar and has two fireplaces. Specialized BBQ’S every day during winter months with bon fires in the terrace. Live traditional folk music every night. Offers Management reception with “Himalayan Happy Hour” every evening which is included in the room/package rates. Personalized check-in and escort to room, welcome drink and cold/hot towels on arrival also done here. An extensive collection of photographs, books, journals and periodicals would also be on offer here.
Conference and Meetings
Located above the restaurant accommodates 60 guests and is equipped with a wide range of modern conference aids.
Massages
Offers a wide range of massages in the wilderness with well trained inhouse masseurs.
Activities
A host of activities is on offer like Hiking, Mountain biking, white water rafting and kayaking in the Bhote Koshi, bungy jumps, bird watching trips and visits to the old Newari town of Dhulikhel and religious centers in and around. The sunrise and sunset view point is located within the Village Resort and is just a short walk from the guest accommodations. Mountain Bikes and Guides are available for hire.
In Room Dining
Is offered seasonally and features creative and varied menu selections for elegant private meals or light snacks.
Theme Events
Imaginative theme lunches, dinners, special occasions are also planned and catered to.