The essence of Nepal, crafted by generations

From the intricately carved courtyards of Kathmandu to the restorative hush of the Himalayan foothills, Dwarika’s Collection unfolds in two distinct journeys within Nepal. In the capital, The Dwarika’s is a living museum alive with the pulse of a city as ancient as it is ever-evolving.

In Dhulikhel, Dwarika’s Sanctuary opens onto the mountains — a haven for reflection, healing, and renewal. Together, they offer an invitation to discover Nepal through heritage, hospitality, and regeneration.

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A Living Museum of Newari Heritage

Amid sculpted beams and centuries-old rituals The Dwarika’s gathers Newari craft into one living expression of ancestry and luxury hospitality. Step through its courtyards and you enter a world of history preserved — yet just beyond the walls, Kathmandu reveals itself in unexpected encounters, from contemporary art to forward-thinking flavours, a city as youthful and multifaceted as it is rooted in tradition. Both haven and basecamp, The Dwarika’s remains a custodian of Nepal’s spirit and gateway to its enigmatic culture.

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A Regenerative Himalayan Retreat

Set on a ridge in the Himalayan foothills, Dwarika’s Sanctuary is where wellbeing becomes a lived philosophy, guided by Vedic wisdom and the Pancha Kosha — the fivefold journey of human experience in yogic thought. Terraced farms and forests offer stillness for reflection, while immersive programmes and Himalayan-inspired treatments nurture renewal.

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Sunrise over the Himalayas from Dwarika's Sanctuary, Dhulikhel — Sunrise view from Dwarika’s Sanctuary, Dhulikhel.

Traditional Lakhe masked dance at The Dwarika's Hotel — Traditional masked dance performance at The Dwarika’s Hotel, Kathmandu.

Heritage courtyard at The Dwarika's Hotel, Kathmandu — Central courtyard at The Dwarika’s Hotel, Kathmandu.

Outdoor massage at Dwarika's Sanctuary — Outdoor massage experience at Dwarika’s Sanctuary, Dhulikhel.

Hand-carved Newari wooden door at The Dwarika's Hotel — Hand-carved Newari door at The Dwarika’s Hotel, Kathmandu.

One Journey, Two Destinations

Properties: The Dwarika's Hotel (Kathmandu) and Dwarika's Resort (Dhulikhel)

Who We Are

Our Story Begins With A Vow

In the 1950s, Dwarika Das Shrestha began rescuing hand-hewn frames and pillars from the streets of Kathmandu, believing that Newari heritage — and with it the spirit of Nepal — should be lived, not lost.
 From that vow grew not only a philosophy of hospitality, but a family’s lifelong work. Three generations on, Dwarika’s vision has become Nepal’s most respected family-owned hotel collection, carrying forward a legacy of preservation, renewal, and care.

Dwarika’s Collection endures as both sanctuary and statement: where heritage is lived as hospitality, and every stay honours Nepal with intention — slowly, meaningfully, and always from the heart.

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1952

Founder Dwarika Das Shrestha – his vision to rescue heritage became a lifelong mission.

1952
Founder Dwarika Das Shrestha – his vision to rescue heritage became a lifelong mission.
1964
Artisans continue the craft, chiselling history back to life in the workshop
1969
Founder Dwarika Das Shrestha instructing the restoration artisans
1972
Artisans continue the craft, chiselling history back to life in the workshop
1980
Public engagement grows through tours and workshops
2026
Today, guests are guided by the founder's grandson Vijay, where restoration continues.

A Family Legacy, Carried Forward

Across three generations, the Shrestha family has carried forward the vision first sparked by Dwarika Das: not simply to preserve heritage, but to let it breathe in daily life. Guided by three enduring pillars — restoration, preservation, and revival — Dwarika’s Collection has grown into a living ethos of Nepali hospitality.

Here, heritage is not preserved in isolation but lived across two destinations — in carved beams and city courtyards, in mountain stillness and Himalayan rituals. To stay with us is to become part of a story that continues to evolve — at once ancestral and alive.

Heritage

What began with a single vow has become the world’s most extensive private collection of Newari woodwork. At The Dwarika’s, heritage is not displayed behind glass, but lived in courtyards, thresholds, and daily rituals.
Preservation

In the on-site workshop, artisans restore centuries-old beams, lattices, and pillars with the same chisels and techniques as their forebears. Each stay supports a living tradition of craft that might otherwise be lost.
Revival

Culture here is not fossilised — it breathes. From temple rituals to seasonal festivals, The Dwarika’s keeps ancestral practices alive in ways that remain relevant, evolving, and woven into everyday life.
Hospitality

For three generations, the Shrestha family has welcomed guests with craft and care. At both Kathmandu and Dhulikhel, hospitality is offered as stewardship — generous, regenerative, and Nepali at heart.

Fresh harvest from Dwarika's organic farm — Every leaf is taken with care; nothing here is anonymous, each harvest tied to its soil.

From Nepali Soil to the Table

The kitchens at The Dwarika’s begin in the valleys surrounding Kathmandu, drawing from six farms where rice rises from the Terai, mustard greens thrive in winter fields, and herbs are gathered in the mid-hills. Each harvest arrives with its geography intact, shaping dishes that follow the rhythm of Nepali soil, carried whole into the heart of the city.

Farms & Philosophy