New Hotel Panda – A Favorite for Families in Kathmandu

New Hotel Panda is located 1.8 km from Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) and within walking distance of Kathmandu Durbar Square and Thamel shopping district. The hotel offers free private parking, accessible parking, and a 24-hour airport shuttle service for 900 Nepali rupees. Elevators and wheelchair-friendly rooms make the property accessible for guests with mobility needs.

All rooms have private bathrooms with free toiletries, city views, and soundproof walls. Family rooms are available, and each room includes a work desk, air conditioning, and a trouser press. The hotel provides board games, children's services, and 24-hour room service for added convenience.

The on-site restaurant serves Chinese, Indian, and Nepalese cuisines with halal options and special diet menus. Breakfast can be ordered à la carte or American-style, and guests can enjoy room service, packed lunches, and a bar serving cocktails. Breakfast in the room and high tea are also available upon request.

Yoga classes are held on the rooftop terrace, which offers views of Swayambhunath and the Kathmandu valley. The hotel organizes bike tours, cooking classes, walking tours, and happy hour events for guests. A tour desk helps arrange cultural exploration activities and local sightseeing trips.

The 24-hour front desk provides concierge service, currency exchange, express check-in/out, and luggage storage. Business travelers can use the fax/photocopying service, and guests can hire cars or bikes directly from the hotel. A minimarket on site, vending machines, and a barber/beauty shop add extra convenience.

Location: 1.8 km from Swayambhunath, walking distance to Thamel

Rooms: Family rooms with city views and soundproofing

Dining: Halal options, à la carte breakfast, packed lunches

Wellness: On-site yoga classes on rooftop terrace

Activities: Bike tours, cooking classes, walking tours

Accessibility: Wheelchair-friendly rooms and elevator