Raniban Retreat

Location: World Peace Pagoda, Pokhara, np

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Resorts

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Amenities & Facilities

• Health or beauty spa nearby
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Restaurant
• Room service
• Terrace
• Family rooms
• Pets allowed
• BBQ facilities
• Luggage storage
• Express check-in/check-out
• Safety deposit box
• Fax/photocopying
• Tour desk
• Ironing service
• Hot tub/Jacuzzi
• Car hire
• Sauna
• Massage services
• Packed lunches
• Non-smoking throughout
• Private check-in/check-out
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Shuttle service (additional charge)
• Grocery deliveries
• Kid meals
• Public transport tickets
• Evening entertainment
• Outdoor furniture
• Fruits
• Pet bowls
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• Food delivered to guest room
• CCTV outside property
• Access to health care professionals
• Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
• Face masks for guests available
• 24-hour security
• Security alarm
• Thermometers for guests provided by property
• Happy hour
• Television in common areas
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Express check-in
• Free wired internet
• Snack bar/deli
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Private picnics
• Wine release events
• Exercise/lap pool
• Japanese garden
• Free bus station shuttle
• Health or beauty spa nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Bicycle-friendly property
• Charcoal grill
• Vegetarian menu options available
• Accessible shuttle
• No accessible shuttle
• Accessible train station shuttle
• No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

• Sunrise Premium View With Jacuzzi

  1 King Bed

  350-sq-foot room with lake views

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom and sitting area

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Food & Drink - Electric kettle, room service, and free bottled water

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers

  Practical - Laptop workspace, phone, and wardrobe or closet

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bottle of water
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Room service
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free WiFi
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Laptop-friendly workspace

• Sunrise View Premium Room

  1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

  226-sq-foot room with mountain views

  
  

  Layout - Separate sitting area

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Food & Drink - Electric kettle, room service, and free bottled water

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers

  Practical - Desk, phone, and wardrobe or closet

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bottle of water
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Room service
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free WiFi
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Laptop-friendly workspace

• Lake View Cottage

  Built from stone, but finished in wood and bamboo, each Bamboo Lodge has a private balcony looking out over Fewa Lake towards Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. Each room is fitted with a desk and has attached bathroom with warm showers and free toiletries.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Private entrance
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Cleaning products
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Fruits
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Air purifiers
  • Access to private pool
  • Free newspapers and magazines in the executive lounge
  • Hand sanitiser

• Mountain View Cottage

  Attached with a terrace and offering a private garden, the fan-cooled rooms feature wooden/parquet flooring and attached bathrooms with shower. Guests can enjoy mountain view and garden view.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Private entrance
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Cleaning products
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Fruits
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Air purifiers
  • Access to private pool
  • Free newspapers and magazines in the executive lounge
  • Hand sanitiser

• Lake View Premium Room With Jacuzzi

  This suite's special feature is the hot tub. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite includes 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The unit has a mini-bar, lake views, a balcony and chocolate is offered for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Private entrance
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Cleaning products
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Bottle of water
  • Fruits
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Lockers
  • Air purifiers
  • Access to private pool
  • Free newspapers and magazines in the executive lounge
  • Hand sanitiser

• Premium Sunrise View Room

  The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Private entrance
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Cleaning products
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Bottle of water
  • Fruits
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Lockers
  • Air purifiers
  • Access to private pool
  • Free newspapers and magazines in the executive lounge
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• Oliver (9/5): -
• Christine Graves (8/5): It is, as marketed, a real retreat above Pokhara with wonderful views down over the lake. - A beautiful location looking down over Pokhara town and lake. I liked the peace and quiet of the location after the crazy bustling town which we visited during the day. We really liked the food. We ate in the restaurant each evening. It’s really too far from town to go down there to eat. All the staff were kind and thoughtful and extremely helpful. Good English spoken by several of them Pool looked nice. Sadly I never found time to get in it. Access to the property was quite tricky if you are old and not a hiker. It was difficult for our driver to get up the unmade road with many potholes. There is a back path down from the hotel: 500 very uneven steps through a glade of wood. All very atmospheric but rather an undertaking for a 70 year old!
• Rafi Rashid (9/5): - Swimming pool should have been heated to be accessible during cooler temperature.
• Valeriia (10/5): - It was my birthday that day and the hotel prepared balloons and a «cake towels» haha, that was rather nice! I liked the Nepali breakfast! The should be an amazing view in a great weather ☺️
• Yunting (10/5): 壯觀美麗的景色與超級友善的員工 - 員工超讚，方方面面都非常照顧我們，讓我們這幾天都過得很舒服，甚至在我們沒有要求的狀況下，就已經幫我們聯絡好下一家在還有一個城市的飯店，讓他們來巴士站接我們，真的超級貼心，很感謝。 飯店的餐廳東西非常好吃，每天的早餐都很大份，吃的很飽，就算在山上也完全不用擔心吃的問題。 房間看出去的景色超級壯觀，可以看好幾個小時，看到山、看到湖景，真的好漂亮。
• JediMunna (8/5): Best views of Pokhara and Phewa Lake! - Amazing location, views of Pokhara and the Phewa lake. It's lacated close to pundikot Mahadev temple, makes it a great hike (carry umbrella if it's cloudy). Staff was very helpful in arranging taxis and flight tickets. I happen to enjoy the festival of Holi with the staff. One of the best location in pokhara for a relaxing stay. Getting a taxi is difficult sometimes, but the staff helps. No problem if you have your own car/bike.
• Naoki (8/5): 静かで景色最高 - とても静か、テレビもなく自然と景色を楽しむのに完璧な環境です。 道路からホテルまで道が悪く、車で入りにくい。タクシーに断られた。スーツケースだと大変です。シャワーでトイレが水びたしになるのは不便。
• Pia (4/5): Ein wunderbarer Ort, jedoch für die Leistungen sehr überteuert. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich und gibt sich grosse Mü - Die Aussicht und Ruhe ist einmalig Dusche mit Warmwasser hat nicht immer funktioniert, Lavabo war wacklig, kaum Wasserdruck und nur kalt Das Essen war mässig gut, es ging ewig bis der Kaffee serviert wurde
• Renske (9/5): Heerlijke plek om met prachtig uitzicht tot rust te komen - Fijne privé kamers met mooi uitzicht (als het een beetje helder weer is) Heerlijk eten en super service De weg ernaartoe, het laatste stuk is behoorlijk pittig!
• Bipasha (9/5): - View and location. Very good breakfast Reaching there. Bed was not big enough for two
• Anupa (6/5): Nice area but hotel didn't meet expectations - - great food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. - nice room and facilities, comfy bed. - peaceful surrounding area with superb views of everything Pokhara has to offer: the mountains, hills, lake, city, peace pagoda, shiva statue etc. Can't get enough of it! - despite the food being good, the food service was SUPER slow for all the dinners we had here. On one occasion we waited 2 HOURS to get our food despite there not being many people to serve. We were also not kept up to date during this whole time. It would have been nice to get a heads up or check in from time to time updating us on the waiting time or at least some apology for the time taken, but there was none of that! On that note the service provided by the staff/waiters was really lacklustre. Often times they were clueless even when asked basic questions. This can't be the same staff people are raving about ?! We really expected much better from such a place. - Cold restaurant area - Bad wifi - The water in the room (both shower and tap) took about 5 minutes of running to heat up. - Very bad road leading up to the hotel, it's not cemented and very bumpy and rough. They could have done more for the road in the hotel area at least. - No facilities nearby, it's quite an isolated place so you need to have a transport to get to most places.
• Tanushri (10/5): Best getaway - The views were indeed spectacular Everything was amazing
• Brett (10/5): A fantastic oasis and end to our time in Pokhara after returning from trekking. Highly recommended and will stay again w - Very peaceful resort with limited rooms so it was very quiet. Ridge line views over Pokhara, Fewa Lake and the Himalayas were spectacular and were even better at sunrise/sunset, just stunning. Located close to the Peace Pogoda and Shiva Statue and only a short walk to either. Food. Was great and staff were friendly and accommodating. Having to leave after 4 nights o blissfulness. Resort did not offer massage services even though online booking still shows photos for this.
• John (8/5): Awesome location - The views are absolutely stunning. The premium rooms are fairly spartan but with very comfortable beds and good bathroom. Food was pretty good and service charming if perhaps a tiny bit disorganised. Overall I loved it. It could do with a bit of money spent in the common areas but I would definitely stay again.
• Per (9/5): -
• Alex (9/5): The best views of Pokhara and the Annapurna Mountain range. - Raniban Retreat has what must be some of the best views over Pokhara and the Annapurna mountain range. The sunrise and sunset views are spectacular (in December). It's a relatively peaceful location elevated way above the busy city, the only noise you really get is from the tour buses honking their horns as they wind their way up the roads towards the nearby attractions during the day. I stayed in a mountain view cottage, you could even see the mountain range from the bed. The rooms were spacious and clean, the beds were on the firm side but still comfortable. There are several terraces, all with amazing views, the one by the restaurant has a pool. The restaurant has a great selection of reasonably priced food, drinks and cocktails. From the hotel you can walk to the World Peace Pagoda or the Pumdikot Shiva Statue in about 20 mins, or if you're feeling energetic there's a trail that leads all the way down to the lake - at least 2hrs each way! If you drive there, note that the last 100m section of private road to the hotel is quite bumpy, fine for SUV's/4x4's.
• Sandrine (9/5): En endroit magique pour le lever du soleil. - La vue est incroyable. Le personnel est très serviable et très attentionné.
• Nagham (8/5): -
• Pedro Hans-Peter (9/5): Thank you all so much for the fantastic stay at your house!! - Mr. Rakesh Thapa, der Manager des Raniban Retreat, hat die Fahrten vom und zum Flughafen organisiert. Dafür hat er mir den wunderbaren Herrn D.B. Thapa vermittelt, der mich auch einen ganzen Tag zu den interessantesten Orten gefahren und begleitet hat. Das Personal im Hause war ausnahmslos freundlich und aufmerksam. Das Essen ist absolut empfehlenswert. Mr. Rakesh Thapa, the manager of the Raniban Retreat, organized the transfer to and from the airport. He also put me in touch with the wonderful Mr. D.B. Thapa, who drove and accompanied me to the most interesting places for a whole day. The staff at the Raniban Retreat were all exceptionally friendly and attentive. The food is highly recommended. Ich möchte an dieser Stelle erwähnen, dass die Topographie Nepals gewisse Anforderungen an die körperliche Fitness stellt, die ich nicht immer besaß. I would like to mention at this point that the topography of Nepal places certain demands on physical fitness, which I did not always possess.
• Tanvir (10/5): - The view from the resort is majestic, mund blowing. The room is great with unbelivable view both at day and night. The service is topnotch and staffs are very helipful. Overall a fantastic experiance. Anyone who wants to avoid the hustle bustle near fewa lake and wants clear view of the moubtains should stay here for atleast 1 night. The approach road is rocky
• Vipin (10/5): - Location and hospitality, great breakfast None
• Thomas (8/5): - Outstanding location, Friendly staff Food service needs some improvement.
• Katja (9/5): -
• Robert (9/5): -
• Bethan (1/5): Really dissapointing. Even though the views were amazing the place was run down and uncared for -
• Annika (5/5): Für 1 Nacht zwecks Sonnenaufgang lohnenswert - Die Aussicht zum Sonnenaufgang ist phänomenal. Vom Essen absolut enttäuscht. War tatsächlich das schlechteste Essen in 4 Wochen Nepal. Es schmeckt alles sehr nach Instant/Gluten . Auch gab es zum Frühstück nur Instantkaffee.
• Ec (10/5): Heel prettig! - Super uitzicht. Fijn personeel en fijn kunnen bijkomen na drukte van Kathmandu
• Lloyd (10/5): Raniban escape from reality - Amazing location with a 360 view which was breath-taking. Sunrise on the Himalayas was a wonderful experience. Our room was beautiful and had everything you needed, including a beautiful spa bath to relax in while we enjoyed the night lights of Pokhara lane below. Any longer than 2 days and unless you want to be cut off from the chaos, there's not a lot to do in the area. A hair dryer in the room would have been a bonus but it's not a deal breaker.
• zani (1/5): - Rooms are overrated and over priced, jacuzzi rooms are not good for view as there is a boundary border at the view point . Rooms
• Dominik (10/5): Another Day in Paradise - Wenn man in Pokhara ist, muss man wenigstens eine Nacht hier buchen, um die Aussicht und den Sonnenaufgang zu sehen. Die Aussicht ist absolut atemberaubend und ein einmaliges Erlebnis. Es gibt jede Menge schöne Schmetterlinge und Libellen zu sehen und mit den Adlern ist man auf Augenhöhe. Das Personal ist super freundlich und hilfsbereit, die Zimmer sind schön eingerichtet. Da es überall Fliegengitter gibt, kann man Nachts sogar die Tür offen lassen und es geht immer eine leichte kühle Brise durchs Zimmer, überaus angenehm. Zur World Peace Pagoda und zur Shiva Statue gibt es eine Abkürzung zum Hotel aus, so dass man nicht über die Straße dorthin muss. Zudem ist die Küche sehr gut. Dort habe ich das beste Thalia Set in ganz Nepal gehabt. Das Frühstück ist ebenfalls sehr gut. Man kann hier garantiert nichts falsch machen. Leider gab es keinen richtigen Kaffee, sondern nur Instant Kaffee. Der war aber ok, richtiger Kaffe wäre aber besser.
• Jessica (10/5): - A very special stay with the most welcoming, helpful staff. The food is delicious (particularly impressive when cooked during full monsoon storms and blackouts), the views are out of this world and the level of service is exceptional. Can't recommend this place enough!! As others mentioned, recommend asking the retreat to book your taxis for you - the last little bit of road isn't paved so it makes it easier them explaining to taxi drivers and calling them to check they're on their way etc. They're more than happy to help with this
• Catherine (10/5): - The position is Supreme, when clouds lift, you can see Himalayan peaks while eating breakfast or swimming in the pool. A gem, a tranquil retreat from hustle and bustle. Walks to Peace Pagoda and Shiva statue....
• metahondrik (9/5): -
• Nadine (10/5): -
• Philippa (10/5): I would stay here again - Amazing views! Very quiet and worth waking up for the sunrise. Food was good and service was above and beyond.
• Josiah (9/5): -
• Joshua (9/5): Superb -
• Dan (6/5): Pleasant -
• Mithunn (10/5): Raniban Retreat – A Serene Sanctuary Above the Clouds - Our one-night stay at Raniban Retreat was short but deeply restorative—just the kind of peaceful escape we didn’t know we needed. Perched above Pokhara, this hidden gem offers stunning panoramic views of the Annapurna range, Phewa Lake, and the city below. The moment we arrived, it felt like we had been transported to another world—quiet, calm, and wrapped in the embrace of nature. The retreat is beautifully and tastefully designed to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings. Winding stone paths, wooden cottages, and lush greenery all contribute to a sense of tranquil isolation that melts away the noise and stress of city living. Even though we were there for just one night, it was more than enough to recharge our social batteries and reconnect with ourselves. The hospitality at Raniban was equally unforgettable. From the start, the team was warm, attentive, and thoughtful. Pradip, the operations manager, made our check-in a breeze and later surprised us with a heartfelt farewell ceremony steeped in Nepali tradition—a touching gesture that left a lasting impression. Rakesh, the manager, was ever-present to ensure everything ran smoothly. A very special mention goes to Asvin, who went out of his way to take care of us throughout our stay. He thoughtfully surprised us with an impromptu candlelight dinner—a magical and unexpected gesture that made our evening extra special. He was always on hand to assist with our questions, and his attentiveness and genuine warmth made us feel incredibly well cared for. The food at Raniban Retreat was another highlight—fresh, organic, and packed with flavor, much of it sourced directly from their own backyard garden. Dining with a view of the Himalayas made every bite feel like a celebration. Despite a minor setback with a piece of broken luggage (damaged during our flight), the staff went above and beyond to help us manage the issue.
• Andras (10/5): Exceptional -
• Ophelie (10/5): An authentic and peaceful retreat experience - The view is incredible and the staff was always making sure the experience was perfect !
• Jeffrey (10/5): Bliss - Too many words to write. Just perfect to unwind.
• Helena (9/5): amazing - great stay after trekkings!
• Matthias (10/5): Exceptional - Marvelous location and really friendly staff!
• Matthias (10/5): Exceptional - very nice location and very friendly staff!
• daiki_rikimaru (10/5): amazing! - All the staff were very kind and flexibly responded to my requests. The food was also very delicious! The water pressure and temperature of the shower were sufficient and very comfortable. Just relaxing at the hotel and looking at the view was satisfying.
• Nafiz (10/5): Calm serene good view picturesque resort -
• Amir (5/5): Passable -
• Haruka (9/5): Superb -
• Mara (8/5): Tranquility at the top of a hill - This hotel is at the top of a hill that overlooks Pokhara. The property is gorgeous with butterflies and birds and so many flowers. It is the perfect place to get far from the madding crowd for quiet and reflection. The pool was great for cooling off. It is extremely quiet. The staff were always eager to assist in anyway to make your stay as great as possible. I was worried the food would be bad based on other reviews but i thought the food on demand was good and reasonably priced. Felt extremely safe to stay here as a solo woman traveler and overall I would highly recommend this stay. The location is both a blessing and a curse. To get to Raniban Retreat, you must go up a very steep and curvy road with a lot of blind spots. If you want to go to Pokhara central to get a massage or shop, it is certainly an endeavor. Taking the taxi back to the retreat at night was one of the scariest things I’ve done as the road is challenging and there is very little light. The food is overall ok, but I think the breakfast buffet was quite disappointing, overall stale, and could be much improved. WiFi is a little spotty in the rooms and the electricity was a little weird, sometimes my things would charge other times not.
• Carla (8/5): Lovely place to relax and unwind in Pokhara. - Amazing location. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Great spot to relax. Laundry service too expensive.
• Biju (9/5): Excellent - Excellent More International
• Karvarnan (9/5): Superb -
• Man (10/5): The environment and all the staff are perfectly friendly . - The environment and all the staff are perfectly friendly .
• Sophie (10/5): Great facilities, rooms and restaurant. - Raniban Retreat was the perfect place for us to stay after our long hike. The facilities are great, with amazing rooms and great food in the restaurant. Unfortunately we were very ill during our stay due to the hike and the staff looked after us very well. We really appreciate the efforts of the staff to make sure our stay was comfortable.
• STEVEN (10/5): - What a find! Please understand, this hotel is NOT close to the lake or shopping, at the top of the mountain on a windy climb up, then on another very rough road which you would never even notice...which is what makes it so incredible! Fantastic staff, impeccably clean, unbelievable views of the Annapurna and the MachuPuchre ranges from the mezanine, rooftop and my hot tub suite (especially at sunrise, you simply HAVE to get up to witness this). There was no better choice to decompress after a six day trek! Will never stay anywhere else on my next visit. Five stars!
• Michael (9/5): Superb -
• Chris (8/5): Lovely friendly staff. Amazing hill top location. - Staff were amazing. So helpful. And good natured. The location is great but we had low clouds so didn’t get the amazing views. That’s mountains for you. We did some nice short hikes around the tops. Our room was modern and spacious. Not much. Perhaps the restaurant is a little tired and small menu. The spa was closed when we were there sadly.
• Vincent (5/5): Passable - The staff was absolutely amazing. The place offers a nice view of downtown Pokhara and probably the mountain on clear day, witch i was not able to see because of clouds. Bed was confortable and bathroom is of a good size with separate shower, hot water is available. The room as no warm touch to it. No table light for smooth atmosphere at night, only ceiling spotlights and no on off button accessible from bed. No place to lay your luggage. You can use the big cupboard, but that men's to take all your close out. Otherwise you need to let your suitcase on the floor and it looks like a mess. The room and hotel could use better decor to make it feel more like Nepali warm atmosphere. I had the room with jacuzzi. I was expecting a lot better for the price. The jacuzzi is very small, I was not able to lay fully down ( I am 6 feets) with made it less relaxing. It takes forever to fill and by the time it gets full the water in the tub is cold. I had to use a basket to fill it up using the bathroom shower, witch was very annoying. The jets are barely working and at one point in the night, after maybe 30 mins there was no more hot water to refill the bath.i had to go to the bathroom with the basket to get hot water. Terrible experience. That been said, if it was working properly the view from the tub at night over the city is absolutely amazing. Just too bad the accommodation is lacking in that way. The food was average, expensive and tasteless for 3 out of 5 meals that was taken. I chose that place for the retreat as I wanted to unwind and relax, no noise from the city. There was no massage available, no spa services and there is a lot of road noise. At night you can also ear the city music from the room i was in. For me it was nothing like a Retreat. I unfortunately did not appreciate my time there and I moved out sooner then expected.
• Kiran (1/5): Didn’t really get to enjoy the place due to the sick behaviour from the staff leading to the verybad experience. Waste o - Insecure as the staff tends to pick through the doors and windows at night. No privacy at all. One of the staff is sick in mind.
• Nandini (6/5): - Access to the property was unpaved bumpy road for part of the way. Property is away from main town of Pokhara which is nice if looking for a quiet place although some of the guests were rather noisy.
• Jeny (10/5): Excellent - Everything 300 meters off road
• Neelam (8/5): Very good -
• Nathaniel (10/5): Stunning Views and Exceptional Service at Raniban Retreat - I had an incredible stay at Raniban Retreat in Pokhara! The views from the property are absolutely stunning, offering a breathtaking panorama of the surrounding mountains. The food was excellent, with a variety of delicious options that catered to all tastes. What truly stood out, though, was the exceptional staff—they went above and beyond to make sure I felt welcomed and comfortable throughout my stay. Their warm hospitality made the experience even more memorable. If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat with amazing views and top-notch service, I highly recommend Raniban Retreat! The gravel road leading to the property is a little scary, many tourists companies and drivers do not want to drive there. Though, this is not the fault of the hotel. It is the nature of being high up in the mountains.
• Chris (10/5): Incredible place to stay. Ticks all the boxes - Location was spectacular with breathtaking views over Pokhara Nothing
• Alok (10/5): Exceptional - Felt like staying above clouds.With complete 180 degree view of all Snow Peak Mountains with Lake ; City and Airport. Excellent Property .You don't need to visit Sarangkot for Sunrise .The Lake View Cottage or hotel deck gives exactly same view. Need more options for Breakfast. They had standard same menu everyday .
• Daniela (8/5): Very good -
• Dawson (10/5): Exceptional -
• Subin (8/5): Very good -
• Khan (9/5): Awesome and Affordable - Location and Breakfast Limited Dining Options
• Alice (9/5): Superb - Beautiful location away from the hustle and bustle. Incredible sunrise views, and great food. The room was gorgeous as well.
• Jess (6/5): Beautiful views, overpriced and lovely staff. - The views were sensational and staff were lovely. The food was lovely but over priced. The price for what I got was a lot...there was no hot water and had the jacuzzi so it was cold. It was not what I expected for the cost.
• Zora (9/5): Unforgettable View, Amazing Hospitality - The staff was great. Everyone was helpful and super friendly - they are also pretty responsive on Booking.com, and on WhatsApp. Our rooms were clean and were cleaned daily. The view, my God, is so stunning, especially on a clear day. You can see Annapurna clearly from the balcony, from the restaurant, from their viewpoint. The view alone makes the trip to Pokhara, and our stay at Raniban worth it. The location is tricky, most taxis won't take you up to the hotel entrance (bear in mind, it's 300m of rocky, non-asphalt road). So you have to book a ride with the hotel every time you go to the city. It stands atop the hill, so the only food option nearby is the hotel restaurant (though the food really isn't all that bad). The heater is working at times - so the room stays pretty cold until the sunshine gets through during the day. Since we went during winter, it would be nice if slippers were provided, given how cold the floor is. Other than that, our experience has been excellent, please don't let my review deter you from booking a room at Raniban, we can't recommend it enough to anyone coming to Pokhara.
• mariatP182RL (10/5): Excellent service and incredible experience - All staff were amazing, looked after our every need and made us feel very welcome. Food delicious waiters delightful. Our room was comfortable and clean with a spectacular view. Would highly recommend this place. I've never written a review for anything before but our experience was so good I simple had to. Thank you for an unforgettable stay.
• Jotika (10/5): - A place made in heaven. My friend and i were greeted by a smiling face welcoming us to the resort as soon as we got there from the airport. He grabbed our luggage and directed us towards the reception area. You have to climb the stairs while you see the beautiful himalayas, the greenery the beauty of nepal. The reception area was nice and cozy and we were welcomed with so much love and affection in the voices of the staff. I asked for the best view room and they gave me the best. Room was very spacious, clean, hot/cold water with rainshower in the bathrooom. Bed was comfy and the balcony had seating with the view of shiv mandir and phewa lake. The hospitality of this resort is something you wont forget. The chef who made breakfast and all our meals was so amazing. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. My luggage was lost by the airline so the hotel staff helped me by taking me shopping to find clothes and basic essentials. I am so grateful for every staff member there because they guided me through my adventures in pokhra and even went with us at times making sure im safe. Helped take pics and showed me around on ky request. The walk around the resort is magical. You will forget all your stress and lifes issues while sipping masala chai from any place around the reaort while overlooking the beautiful nepal. Friendly people who go above and beyond for their guests. I will definitely go again. Inwas there for a week and loved mg stay. I will never forget the hospitality. Thank u
• Charlotte (9/5): Wonderful stay - Retreat describes this place perfectly - it is out of the way and above the city so it is quiet but that is exactly what we wanted when we stayed. The room was spectacular, comfy bed, spacious room, lovely bathroom, lovely balcony and jacuzzi was really easy to use. Food was also very good and staff were lovely and respectful.
• Aakriti (7/5): Good -
• Mark (9/5): Location, location, location p this property has it! - The location was amazing - although it was a bit cloudy we still had wonderful views of sunrises and of the Himalayas in the mornings. It was quiet and peaceful and a great place to sit and relax. The staff were very friendly and attentive and the food was home cooked, some sourced from their own plot and very tasty. Our room was clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend it, with proviso stated below. It is called Raniban RETREAT, which suited us fine. If you were going to Pokhara to do lots of activities and wanting to get out and about in Pokhara it would probably be better staying more centrally as the Retreat is off the beaten track (the staff will arrange a car and so it is possible to get down into Pokhara with about 20 to 30 minute drive). If you are planning excursions check pick up details as the Retreat may be outside their pick up area.
• Jakub (8/5): Very good - Fantastic location, the view is really worth every penny, but you have to be lucky with the weather, so dont blame the place if you don't have the view. The food is to be improved, compared with other restaurants it is rather basic and needs some refinement. E.g. chilly potatoes are made of french fries.. :/
• Zoe (9/5): Superb - Super! Nice breakfast, people are friendly, nice and calm scenery.
• Atul (10/5): Astounding location, hospitality and lovely lake. - Picture perfect location , high up on the hills, looking down over scenic lake . sitting in Jacuzzi on the balcony looking down a well lit city is a feeling, no words can ever express. Thank you , so much ,to all the beautiful friends looking after us. You made our stay a cherished one.🙏
• Jennifer (8/5): Very good -
• Valerie (10/5): Very relaxing and peaceful. Away from the hustle and bustle of Pokhara. Very attentive staff. - The hotel is what it says - a retreat. Way above Pokhara, between the Peace Pagoda and Shiva temple (both walkable from the hotel). The rooms were great, staff wonderful. We stayed and extra night and moved into a Jacuzzi room which was lovely. On arrival, we were ready for the last 300m to the hotel being a dirt track (which the taxi navigated admirably). But then you arrive at a gate and steps ascending with no sign to say you are at Raniban. Thankfully I was able to WhatsApp the reception and they rushed down to collect our bags so all was well.
• Ruut (9/5): Superb - Location was incredible with the views over the Himalayas and the peace and quiet to just sit and enjoy nature. The room was also clean and comfy with incredible views over Lake Pokhara. The staff were all excellent and helpful and they gave great recommendations for day trips, arranged taxi pick ups from lakeside as requested, and overall just took really good care of us. It was a really relaxing stay and we enjoyed our time at Raniban a lot. The only small thing was the different sized beds in the room, so when sharing the room with a friend, one of us had to make do with a smaller twin sized bed, while the other got a queen.
• HaimToGoDorin (10/5): Great, Great, Great !! - Great, Great, Great !! Service, personal, food, vibe and yes.. Best views and sunrise in your life !! Service of the stuff, the Yoga Master, the silence, and views 360° !! A place to return one more time. In the top of mountains looking forward Pokhara
• Bibek (8/5): Very good -
• robynsI1446NY (10/5): Gobsmacked by the views - On our first morning, the whole mountain range stood out of the clouds in all her glory. We were speechless with reverence. Enjoyed the gardens, birds and many butterlies. Staff were very helpful and kind. Sitting in the comfy chairs with a glass of red and scenes straight out of heaven will bring joyful memories forever. Thank you to Spandan and all staff who cared for us. You do great work.
• 363xz (10/5): Good hotel with excellent Mountain View - Very good value hotel，excellent view on top of the mountain, we have shot a lot of photos here. And service is very good. Also restaurant is good, food is delicious. The location is in the mountains, a little far from center, but it is well worth to live there
• Frank (10/5): Best views, great location, beautiful rooms - Raniban Retreat was the best of the 6 locations we have stayed at during our 18 days in Nepal. The location is perfect; close to the city but far enough to be very peaceful. The views are absolutely spectacular, the food was great and the (new) sunset view rooms the best we’ve had. There are some very nice walks from the hotel, to the Shiva Statue, to the Pagoda and all the way to the lake side. They also had just started the sunrise yoga sessions on the roof with Master Ganesh. Very special. Most of all, the people were super friendly and helpful. We should have stayed longer than the 5 days we did. /
• 227swatit (10/5): Incredible experience - This is truly one of the best place if you are looking to have an extraordinary experience . First, the view is majestic with Lake, Himalayas, Hills and Pokhara city. Secondly, all the staffs will go above and beyond to make sure your needs are met. You will leave relaxed and rejuvenated. Lastly, the food is amazing . It tastes delicious and super fresh. Lots of compliment to the Chef and thankful to entire team of Raniban Retreat.
• Joshlyn (9/5): A piece of heaven to call home. - The location was the best part about the property. The hospitality was the cherry on the top, the staff were extremely kind and extremely accommodating. The food was also really great. The pool was nice, however, the upkeep could be done better.
• 988swetat (10/5): Rani ban retreat took my breath away with amazing Ariel view 💚 - Amazing hospitality,friendly homely environment, Great Ariel view, good fresh food, friendly staff, clean room, perfect location. Rani ban retreat has took a piece of my heart and definitely a great retreat escape from city area .A memory that will last forever. Sunrise and sunset are the best time♥️
• 309anikr (10/5): Excellent Views and Excellent Service - Excellent Views 360* full Pokhara Day and Night both views are just wonderful Service was 10/10. Food was amazing as well If you want to relax for 1-2 days this is the best place to relax. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
• Anik (10/5): Excellent Views and Service - Excellent Service, just wow views 360* view of full pokhara and the lakes + Mountains. Night views Days views both excellent Food was yum too Nothing - Full Happy
• AmanC311 (10/5): Breath taking view - Gorgeous location with a breath taking view from balcony making your balcony an actual viewpoint of the valley that too with a jacuzzi… staff was very polite…. The swimming pool is also beautifully located with views of the valley… saw a beautiful sunset
• Daniela (10/5): Great place to relax! - The staff were wonderful and accommodated my dietary restrictions.
• Rocky (10/5): - Wonderful place with amazing staff. View of the mountains was amazing and the infinity pool made for great photography. Totally recommend this place.
• GaMohBD (8/5): Completely isolated, mountain top resort with great staffs but not so good room facilities - Superb Location - on top of the hill amongst the cloud, completely isolated, quiet and once in a lifetime view. Superbly helpful Staffs - just great, amazingly helpful and ready to take care. Living with nature and clouds. If you just want to stay isolated and dile without doing to do any activity in Pokhara, this is one of the best place to stay. But the beds in the mountain view room are too small, hard to accommodate two persons. There's no cabinet in the room - hard to keep clothings. Bathroom is too small, difficult to move around. Overall, the room did not meet the value for money. Also, the swimming pool is dirty, not properly cleaned. Food choice is limited and way too expensive. No resort vehicle facilities and every time you need to go down to Pokhara town, you need to pay 1,500 NPR each way!
• Gamoh (9/5): Peaceful, Hilltop, Isolated and living inside the cloud but room facilities are not good - * The Location - on top of the hill amongst the cloud, completely isolated, quiet and once in a lifetime view. * The Staffs - just great, superb helpful and ready to take care. * Beds in the mountain view room are too small, hard to sleep two person. There's no cabinet in the room - hard to keep clothings. Bathroom is too small, hard to move around. Room does not meet the value for money. * Swimming pool is dirty, not properly cleaned. * Food choice is limited and too expensive.
• Tek Raj (10/5): - Quiet, nice place, good view and very helpful staff.

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