Moxy opens Moxy Kathmandu in Durbarmarg, marks the brand’s debut in Nepal

KATHMANDU: Moxy Hotels, part of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, today opened Moxy Kathmandu in Durbarmarg. The opening marks the brand’s debut in Nepal and its third property in South Asia.

The 101-room hotel is located in one of the city’s main business and entertainment districts, about 15 minutes from Tribhuvan International Airport and within easy reach of Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa and the markets of Thamel. The hotel aims to serve both international visitors and local guests seeking contemporary social spaces and easy access to Kathmandu’s cultural and nightlife scenes.

Moxy Kathmandu features an open lobby with modern artwork inspired by Nepali culture and The Moxy Bar, which doubles as the hotel’s unconventional check-in counter and social hub. The property includes communal recreation areas with games such as air hockey and board games, and offers the brand’s signature Moxy Hookup, providing guests with spontaneous perks such as complimentary drinks or local snacks.

Guest rooms are designed to maximise space and flexibility, with walk-in showers, 55-inch HD smart TVs, modular furniture and motion-activated LED lighting. The hotel also includes a fitness centre for guests who wish to exercise during their stay.

Dining options at Moxy Kathmandu include LA HACIENDA — Barra y Cocina Latina on Level 11, a Latin American restaurant curated by Mexican chef Martin Hernandez Lopez, and CARIÑO — Terraza Latina, an open-air terrace bar. Both venues feature design elements by New York–based Mexican designer Pablo Castellanos and offer views over the Kathmandu Valley.

“Kathmandu is a city full of character. It’s ancient yet modern, vibrant yet laid-back, always moving, always evolving. That’s what makes it the perfect match for Moxy,” said Subarna Thapa, Captain, Moxy Kathmandu. Kiran Andicot, Senior Vice President, South Asia, Marriott International, said the opening responds to growing demand for lifestyle hotel experiences that combine cultural connection with youthful energy.

Moxy Hotels is part of Marriott Bonvoy, which comprises more than 30 hotel brands and thousands of destinations worldwide.