Himalayan Hideaway Resort Pokhara opens in Kaskikot as city's first Thai luxury hospitality brand

POKHARA: Himalayan Hideaway Resort Pokhara, part of The Centara Collection, officially opened in Kaskikot on Friday, marking the arrival of Pokhara’s first Thai luxury hospitality brand.

Situated on the hills beyond the city’s Lakeside area, the resort aims to combine Nepali heritage with Thai‑inspired hospitality and to offer guests panoramic views of the Annapurna range and Machhapuchchhre.

The opening ceremony was attended by dignitaries, senior figures from the tourism and hospitality sector, industry partners and representatives of major media houses. Speakers included the resort owner, Robert Kee, and Centara Hotels & Resorts’ chief operating officer, Michael Henssler, who both expressed optimism about Nepal’s growing appeal as a premium international destination.

During the event, the resort showcased Nepal’s cultural heritage during the event with traditional entertainment segments intended to reflect the spirit of the destination while complementing Centara’s signature Thai hospitality. The resort’s general manager described the launch as a convergence of Nepali warmth and Thai hospitality, designed to give visitors a deeper connection with nature, culture and place.

Located about 35 minutes from Pokhara, Himalayan Hideaway Resort Pokhara comprises 42 rooms, suites and villas that the company says blend contemporary comfort with Nepali character and Thai‑inspired elegance. Facilities include several dining venues, a bar and lounge, a scenic tea house, an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and a wellness offering at Cense by Spa Cenvaree, with Thai‑inspired therapies, yoga and sound‑healing available on request.

Beyond the reort, the property is promoting a range of curated experiences beyond the resort, from guided village walks and scenic hikes to paragliding over Phewa Lake and access to trekking routes such as the Annapurna Base Camp trail.

Moreover, management emphasised the resort’s social‑enterprise ethos, saying it will support local livelihoods and sustainable tourism initiatives to contribute to long‑term socio‑economic growth in the region.

With its hillside setting and Himalayan views, the new property positions itself as a destination for travellers seeking a combination of nature, culture and wellness and expands Centara Hotels & Resorts’ international portfolio.