Royal Penguin Boutique Hotel & Spa – A Favorite for Families in Kathmandu
About the Hotel
Unique Themed Accommodations
Royal Penguin Boutique Hotel & Spa offers 30 individually decorated rooms featuring Nepali artwork, gold embroidery on velvet panels, and ethnic wooden masks. Each room includes a 42-inch LED TV, laptop-compatible safe, minibar, and ergonomic work area. Executive rooms and suites on the 4th floor provide mountain views through double-glazed windows. All accommodations feature enlarged bathtubs, steam cabins with hydro-massage showers, and stuffed animals on the beds.
24-Hour Dining Options
The hotel's restaurant serves Indian and international cuisines with over 200 recipes available 24/7. Breakfast includes a choice of 7 set menus available at any time. The Jaguarundi bar offers refreshing drinks in a non-smoking environment. Freshly squeezed juices and air-conditioned dining areas are available throughout the property.
Spa and Recreation Facilities
The Royal Penguin Spa features a sauna, steam room, aroma bath, and three massage rooms. A beauty parlor offers manicure, pedicure, and hairdressing services. The hotel provides yoga courses, Tibetan language lessons, and organizes ultramarathon events. Guests have access to a cross-trainer in the President Suite and gym facilities at nearby Aria Boutique Hotel & Spa.
Thamel Neighborhood Location
Situated on a quiet side street in Thamel, Kathmandu's main tourist district, the hotel is 5.5 km from Pashupatinath Temple. Nearby landmarks include Seto Machhendranath Temple (0.5 km), Kathesimbu Stupa (0.5 km), and Kathmandu Durbar Square (2 km). The property offers roundtrip airport shuttle service and is surrounded by shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
Comprehensive Guest Services
Services include 24-hour reception, room service, and security. LAN internet with 2 cables per room plus WiFi throughout the property. Business center facilities, babysitting services, and pediatrician appointments available. The hotel provides airport transfers, tour arrangements through Royal Penguin Adventures, and special child-friendly menus. Smoking is prohibited with a 200 euro fine for violations.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor