The Gokarna Forest in Kathmandu was the former private Royal hunting grounds of the Kings of Nepal. Within this forest was a lodge used by the those accompanying the royal family members during their hunting trips. Over the years the forest has shrunk but the century old lodge still stands, now meticulously renovated into a modern and luxurious hotel. The hotel is still surrounded by ancient towering trees, and there is an 18-hole golf course, one of the best in the region.
Located near a golf course and the forest full of wildlife, Gokarna Forest Resort interests both bird-watchers and golfers alike. In this beautiful landscape, Gokarna holds 100 spacious rooms, all spread out through the resort. The ample space in the living room evokes a sense of regal, rustic luxury. Each room with soaring ceilings and exposed brick, are individually decorated with Nepali-style furnishings, Tibetan rugs spread on tile or hardwood floors and equipped with modern amenities.
Gokarna Forest Resort boasts the only bentgrass greens on an 18-hole golf course in South and South-East Asia. Created by Gleneagles Golf Developments, it spreads over 140 acres at 1,380m above sea level. The resort also has an indoor swimming pool, well equipped gym and Harmony Spa offering Ayurvedic treatments. In the surrounds, you will find troops of monkeys, either climbing over the roof tops or playing on the lawns, while security guards, armed with catapults, deter them away.
Amenities
24hr Room ServiceBanquet FacilitiesBar/PubBusiness CentreConciergeCribs/Infant Beds AvailableFitness CentreGardenGolf Onsite Or NearbyIndoor PoolMeeting/Conference FacilitiesMultilingual StaffRestaurantSafety Deposit BoxesSpa/SaunaWi-Fi AvailableStay The Gokarna Forest Resort has 100 spacious rooms and suites. The Superior rooms are set besides century old trees. We recommend booking Deluxe rooms that have a courtyard or jungle view. Alternatively, Club Rooms which were inspired by architectural elements of the Royal Palaces from the Late Malla Period (10th - 18th century). For those who require more space and luxury could book one of the two suites; Junior Suites come with a balcony, while the Gokarna Suite is a duplex with an attic and overlook the golf course, the jungle or the courtyard.
ChildCare Children are welcome to stay at the Gokarna Forest Resort, but there are no specialist facilities available. However, babysitting can be arranged, if requested.
Dine The Gokarna Forest Resort has four dining options. The Clubhouse Restaurant with its panoramic view of evergreen forest encircling the 18-hole golf course specialises in Thai and Chinese delicacies, whereas the Hunter’s Lodge serves specialised Nepali cuisine. Gokarna Forest’s ‘Durbar’ Restaurant meaning king’s palace serves local and international specialities. In the evenings, everyone congregates at the 8848m bar which has a log fire and on most days, there is live music and an entertainment show.
Relax The Harmony Spa, located deep within a protected forest is an oasis of calm and tranquillity. After your day’s walking, get a gentle foot massage or more enhanced Ayurvedic treatments. Gokarna’s health club has state-of-the-art gym, temperature regulated indoor swimming pool and a golf course. Created by David Kidd of Gleneagles Golf Developments, the resort boasts the only bent grass greens on an 18-hole course in South and South-East Asia.
Experience Take a walking tour with your private guide from Gokarna Forest Resort, and explore the royal cities of Kathmandu valley; Patan and Bhaktapur. Patan is filled with dozens of Buddhist and Hindu temples while Bhaktapur is known for its wood carvings and art. For majestic views of the Himalayas visit Nagarkot, a village close to Kathmandu. Adventure seekers can experience river rafting. Alternatively, calm your nerves mediating at one of the specialised centres.
Location Gokarna Forest Resort is located 10 kilometers North East from Tribhuvan International Airport. Altitude: 1,384 meters.
Getting There Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is connected with major airline carriers. Alternatively, you can fly to Delhi or Bangkok and then take a short flight to Kathmandu. Gokarna Forest Resort is about 10 minutes’ drive from the airport.
When to go Nepal like the rest of the Gangetic plains has four seasons. Autumn and spring are the two most favourable seasons for visiting Nepal. The Spring (March to May) is good for treks when forests are full of rhododendrons in bloom. The heat wave runs through May until monsoon arrives in mid-June and stays until August. But in September, when the rains stop, the weather is balmy, the air is crip and the sky is clear; it is the perfect time to visit Nepal.
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