Woodapple Hotel And Spa – A Favorite for Families in Kathmandu

Woodapple Hotel and Spa offers 35 rooms, including deluxe single, twin, and family rooms, along with a Presidential Suite and a Junior Suite. All rooms feature high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and tea/coffee makers. The Deluxe Twin Rooms have soundproof walls and mountain views, while the Family Rooms blend traditional Newari design with wooden beds and local artwork. The Presidential Suite includes a Jacuzzi tub, floor-to-ceiling windows with city and hill views, and a separate living area. All bathrooms provide hot showers, hairdryers, and complimentary toiletries.

The rooftop restaurant on the 7th floor serves a mix of Nepalese, Indian, and continental dishes, with a view of Swayambhunath Stupa and the Kathmandu Valley. Breakfast includes continental, American, and Nepali thali options. Signature dishes include the Woodapple Special Nepali Thali Set (rice, dal, curry, and yogurt) and grilled chicken with potato wedges. The rooftop also offers a 360-degree cityscape for evening drinks.

Bael Spa and Wellness Centre features a heated saltwater Jacuzzi, sauna, and treatments like Ayurvedic massage, deep tissue therapy, and reflexology. The Trekkers' Massage (a blend of Thai and Swedish techniques) targets sore muscles post-hiking. Additional services include hot stone therapy and spinal massages. Sessions start at NPR 3,500 ($30).

The hotel is on Kaldhara Marg, a 10-minute walk from Thamel's restaurants and shops. Swayambhunath Temple (1.9 km), Kathmandu Durbar Square (1.4 km), and Garden of Dreams (1 km) are nearby. Tribhuvan International Airport is a 20-minute drive (7 km). Local taxis are available outside the hotel, and airport transfers cost $20 for a private car.

Guests can book guided tours to UNESCO sites like Pashupatinath Temple and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. The hotel provides luggage storage for trekkers, laundry services, and 24-hour front desk assistance. Airport shuttles require advance flight details. Day hikes to Shivapuri Hill or city heritage walks can be arranged.