Dalai-La Boutique Hotel
Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
Dalai-La brings carved wood, brickwork and Buddhist design references into the middle of Thamel. Rooms have individual character, with large windows and skylights used to bring in daylight. The courtyard and The Hub restaurant give the hotel a quieter centre, while shops and restaurants remain close outside. It suits travellers who want a smaller stay within Kathmandu’s busiest visitor neighbourhood, with time for both sightseeing and an unhurried meal back at the hotel.