A five-star luxury resort begins operations in Southern Nepal

Kathmandu -  Royal Tulip Chitwan, the first five-star luxury resort in the district, has begun operations, marking a significant milestone in Chitwan’s growing hospitality and tourism landscape.

Located in Ratnanagar Municipality–5, in Chitwan district, southern Nepal, the newly opened resort  aims to elevate the quality of tourism services in one of Nepal’s most visited destinations, renowned for Chitwan National Park and its diverse wildlife experiences.

Developed by KTM Holding Group under the Royal Tulip Brand of Louvre Hotels Group brings an international standard of hospitality, adding new momentum to the region’s tourism infrastructure.

Louvre Hotels Group ranks among the world’s biggest hotel chains and it operates around 1,750 hotels in about 70 countries.

With the launch of the premium resort in this major tourist destination, Chitwan’s tourism offerings are expected to rise, catering to high-end domestic and international travelers, said Rameshwar Shah, Chairman of KTM Group.

"Our dream to operate such a hotel in Sauraha, adjacent to Chitwan National Park, has finally come true after nearly four-and-a-half years of efforts. This milestone adds a new chapter to promoting Nepal's tourism sector and caters to high-end tourists who want to visit Nepal," said Chairman Shah.

Constructed with an investment of nearly Rs. 1.75 billion, the resort covers around 3 bighas of land and offers 65 upscale rooms and villas, including pool and water villas.

The hotel has also installed a water bottling plant that produces 500 litres of drinking water it requires daily. “We discourage the use of plastic in the hotel. We have adopted environment-friendly technology for water processing and use glass bottles,” he added. 

World-class experience in offer 

The hotel features Superior, Deluxe, Premium, Pool Villa, Water Villa, and Loft House Queen Suite categories.

The resort includes a world-class spa, fitness centre, swimming pool, holistic wellness services, a kids’ play area, boating and fishing activities, and a 1.8 km nature trail—offering an immersive luxury experience in the heart of Chitwan, Mr Shah said.

The hotel also prioritises wildlife conservation, environmental sustainability, and the promotion of local arts, culture, and community involvement, said Sachin Sharma, general manager, Royal Tulip Chitwan.

As sustainability is the first priority of the hotel, the resort is home to more than 200 species of plants, creating a lush and vibrant natural environment throughout the property.

Over 200 hotels offering around 6,000 beds are currently operating in Sauraha, but five or six additional luxury hotels are still needed to cater to high-end domestic and international tourists, said Mr Shah.

Shah expressed his confidence that the resort's structure and services will attract both foreign and domestic tourists seeking luxury.

Currently, around 100 people are employed at the resort, and more than 300 jobs are expected as tourist numbers grow. Preparations are also underway to open a casino within  the hotel premises.

In addition, cultural programmes with local artistes and community will also be performed to promote local art and culture, RSS news agency reported.