July 24: Dusit Hotels and Resorts under Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, made its debut in Nepal this month with the opening of the Dusit Princess Kathmandu, which started welcoming guests on July 17.
Dusit Princess Kathmandu is located in the vibrant Lazimpat neighbourhood and is a short-distance walk from the Narayanhiti Palace Museum and just 18 minutes by car from the Tribhuvan International Airport. The hotel is designed to appeal to business and leisure travellers who appreciate comfort, value, and convenience, shared Khando Gurung, marketing chief of the hotel.
Thoughtfully designed to reflect local culture and architecture, the hotel property offers an oasis for relaxation amidst the buzz of the city. The hotel has 107 comfortable and well-furnished guest rooms ranging from 28 to 62 sq meters, along with a presidential suite covering 159 sq meters.
Likewise, the hotel boasts a specialty Thai restaurant Soi; a Dusit Gourmet outlet featuring freshly baked pastries, artisanal sandwiches, and ‘deli bites’; and a rooftop Kibu Sky lounge with panoramic city view. Likewise, the Rooftop Blue Bar at the hotel has the city’s highest infinity pool.
“We promise to exceed your expectations and provide an experience that will leave you with cherished memories for years to come,” said Tenzin Zoepa Lama, chairman of Dusit Princess Kathmandu.
Reflecting Dusit’s group-wide focus on wellness, Dusit Princess Kathmandu said it will soon open a Crest spa offering a wide range of Thai-inspired massage therapies and beauty treatments. The spa will have a steam room, sauna, and fully equipped Crest club along with a gym available for guests seeking to pause, refresh, and reinvigorate themselves to their utmost comfort.
“Through this endeavour, I am committed to supporting the country's tourism growth, creating opportunities for local communities, and showcasing the richness of our cultural heritage,” he added.
Dusit Princess Kathmandu also offers a selection of versatile meeting spaces. Among them is the stunning rooftop venue, ‘Vista,’ featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and panoramic city views for up to 35 guests.
The elegant Princess Ballroom is available to host larger gatherings for up to 250 attendees, Lumbini 1 and Lumbini 2 halls are available for meetings and small gatherings for up to 35-40 people.
Dorje Lama, managing director of Dusit Princess Kathmandu, shared that the hotel aspires to be a symbol of Nepal's excellence in hospitality.
"We are unwaveringly dedicated to exceptional service, attention to detail, and commitment to sustainability which will ensure that the guests have an extraordinary and authentic experience throughout their stay,” he expressed.
To celebrate its opening, Dusit Princess Kathmandu is offering a special opening offer starting at only NPR 16,500 (USD 125) per night for a superior room with breakfast for two and set dinner at specialty Thai restaurant SOI, valid until September 17, 2023.
