There was once primordial woodland in the heart of Kathmandu Valley that was dark, dense and detached from the hustle and bustle of the town. A 17th century queen from the walled city of Kathmandu had capriciously turned it into a landscaped forest. It bored a name: Raniban, the Queen’s Forest.

A century later, the British were allowed to set up a mission in Kathmandu and they cleared a part of Raniban. Gradually, farmers took away more of the forest and terraced fields appeared. The British mission needed houses for its army contingent and they were built along a road called the Lodging Path. Over the years, the road became Nepalicised into Lazimpat.

Along Lazimpat’s quiet stretch, there was a Rana palace. Then came a few shops and some restaurants. When India gained independence in 1947, the British mission was divided into two: the Indian Embassy and the British Embassy. Laximpat turned into an embassy row with the Japanese, American, Finnish, French embassies all located here, And then, on 1 July 1979, Shangri-La Hotel opened its colourful doors in Lazimpat.

This is a story about Kathmandu’s legendary hotel, Shangri-La and the people who shaped it. They all shared something in common: a vision of what Shangri-la should be and the fortitude to make it happen. Nepalis or resident foreigners, they all had a deep love for Nepal and a respect for its traditions and way of life.

The Radisson Hotel Kathmandu is conveniently located in Lazimpat, adjacent to the Royal Palace and within walking distance of local attractions, such as Durbar Marg and Thamel. The Radisson offers exceptional amenities, including a rooftop swimming pool, beauty parlor/barber shop, numerous on-site eateries and spacious rooms and suites that offer a level of comfort and style not found at other Kathmandu hotels.

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Kathmandu Hotel's Spacious, Comfortable Rooms
The Radisson Hotel Kathmandu offers 160 well-appointed rooms. Relax in our spacious hotel rooms while you enjoy complimentary in-room amenities, such as high-speed Internet, mini bar and satellite television.

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Kathmandu Hotel's Quality Services and Amenities
Take advantage of all the services offered at the Radisson, including our rooftop swimming pool, Health Club with sauna and exercise facilities, on-site restaurants and meeting rooms. Stay connected with our wide range of business services.

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Fine Dining at the Radisson Hotel
The Fun Café, our Kathmandu hotel's 24-hour restaurant, offers delicious Western and Asian specialties. Olive Garden specializes in Indian, Chinese and Italian dishes, while the Splash Bar and Grill serves poolside snacks and beverages.