Kathmandu: Yak and Yeti (February 2008)

Our planned 2-night stay turned into one when we missed our domestic to international connection in Delhi. Nice, historic hotel, with good pool area, gardens, and tennis court. Casino (not American style but reminiscent of what I've seen on small Caribbean islands) and disco, along with three restaurants and a nice bar. One restaurant was Chinese, one continental (buffet and a la carte), and their signature The Chimney (which I would highly recommend for its novel setting and food). Front desk changed money; again, no ATM in sight anywhere. Rooms could use a bit of updating (we were even in the newer Durbar Wing), particularly the bathrooms, but nothing really to complain about. Very basic toiletries provided including hairdryer, no robes or slippers. Complimentary bottled water, welcome drinks upon arrival. We had thought that staying here "downtown" would allow us to walk to Durbar Square, which wasn't the case. For that reason only, I probably would recommend the Hyatt, which is less expensive. If you have to take a taxi to see the sights anywhere, the Hyatt was better and half the price.