Best Western hotel comes into operation

 Kathmandu, Jan. 22

Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Badri Prasad Pandey, has said that the government would put additional efforts to make the tourism decade more impactful.
"Although the government had announced Tourism Decade for 2023-2033, there have been less initiation for its promotion and facilitation so that the private sector and the economy could benefit from it," he said at a programme organised to inaugurate a new 4-star hotel, Best Western Plus, at Pinglasthan in Kathmandu on Wednesday.

There haven't been any promotional campaigns to attract more tourists from the major destinations around the globe and tourism entrepreneurs have been seeking government support in this initiative.

Minister Pandey expressed happiness over the recent boom in the development of infrastructure development including hotels and hoped that the global brand in chain hotels could draw more tourists from the United States and elsewhere.

Speaking on the occasion, US Ambassador to Nepal, Dean R. Thompson, said that the opening of the hotel has marked a new chapter in US-Nepal tourism relations and said that it can contribute to the development of Nepali economy.

The launching of the new hospitality facility has marked the entry of international chain brand Best Western. It is developed by KMC Group and is located near the Tribhuvan International Airport and the Pashupatinath Temple.

The hotel has a variety of exceptional dining options, including Sunrise Cafe, La Vista Rooftop Restaurant, and a rooftop bar offering stunning city views. The hotel caters to business needs with state-of-the-art meeting and event spaces, capable of accommodating up to 1000 guests, said Remeshwor Aryal, Chairman of the hotel.

"Designed with both leisure and business travelers in mind, Best Western Plus Kathmandu offers 84 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, each equipped with modern amenities and comfortable workspaces. Guests can choose from a range of accommodation options, including deluxe rooms, premium rooms, and luxurious suites," said the company.

Guests can enjoy a range of world-class amenities, including a fully-equipped fitness centre, a rejuvenating spa, a outdoor pool, and a dedicated health club at the hotel. It also offers convenient services such as a souvenir shop, travel desk, foreign currency exchange, and private dining options.

Developed by a public limited company with an investment of Rs. 1.5 billion, Best Western Plus Kathmandu plans to expand its services to major destinations across the country.

Best Western Hotels and Resorts has over 4,800 properties worldwide while Traveality, a key strategic partner, supports the hotel's operations with advanced technology and a global network.

 Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 23 January 2025.