Louvre Hotels Group Expands South Asia Portfolio with the Opening of Nepal’s First Royal Tulip in Kathmandu

Sarovar Hotels, a leading hotel management company and part of the Louvre Hotels Group, proudly announces the opening of Royal Tulip Kathmandu—the first Royal Tulip in Nepal, located in Gwarko, Lalitpur. This landmark property is set to become the country’s largest hotel and the most expansive MICE destination in the capital city.

Developed by The Massif Hotel Pvt. Ltd, this iconic project introduces the internationally acclaimed Royal Tulip brand to Kathmandu, blending upscale hospitality with the vibrancy of Nepalese culture. As part of Louvre Hotels Group’s premium brand portfolio, Royal Tulip is synonymous with refined elegance, upscale amenities, and global service standards.

Strategically located on Ring Road, just 3.5 km from Tribhuvan International Airport, Royal Tulip Kathmandu features an impressive 308 rooms and suites, making it the largest hotel in Nepal by room count. Designed to cater to both business and leisure travellers, the property offers modern accommodations, thoughtful amenities, and a seamless guest experience.

Royal Tulip Kathmandu redefines grandeur in the capital’s hospitality landscape, not only with its 308 exquisitely designed rooms across four distinguished categories, but also by introducing Kathmandu’s largest convention centre. Spanning over 30,000 sq. ft. of versatile event space, the hotel offers grand banquet halls of approximately 11,000 sq. ft. each, six additional meeting rooms, and breakout areas. With facilities ranging from an intimate 800 sq. ft. boardroom to a sprawling ballroom, and a dedicated parking space for up to 600 cars, Royal Tulip Kathmandu is perfectly equipped to host everything from international conferences and diplomatic receptions to destination weddings, exhibitions, and large-scale corporate gatherings.

The hotel will initially operate with 104 keys and has also opened two exceptional F&B outlets. The beautiful all-day dining venue, Lalitpur Cafe, is a welcoming space where every meal feels like a special occasion. Filled with natural light and warm hospitality, it’s the perfect place to relax, connect, and enjoy great food. Similarly, The Alpine Lounge & Bar is a sophisticated space where guests can unwind with handcrafted cocktails, fine wines, and premium spirits, accompanied by live music and a chic ambience.

Rajendra Shakya, Chairman, The Massif Hotel Pvt. Ltd., added:
"We are delighted to open the doors to Royal Tulip Kathmandu, a project that reflects our commitment to transforming Nepal’s hospitality scene. With the largest room inventory and the city’s most comprehensive event facilities, this hotel will set new standards in comfort, service, and scale."

Ajay K. Bakaya, Chairman, Sarovar Hotels & Director, Louvre Hotels India, shared:
"Royal Tulip Kathmandu is a bold expression of our brand’s evolution in South Asia. It represents not just our largest opening in Nepal to date, but also a strategic response to the rising demand for high-quality hospitality and large-format event venues in emerging global cities. This property strengthens our presence in a high-growth market and reaffirms our commitment to bringing international hospitality standards to destinations with untapped potential. We’re excited to partner with The Massif Hotel Pvt. Ltd. to make this vision a reality."

With this landmark opening, Louvre Hotels Group further strengthens its South Asia portfolio, reinforcing its vision of delivering premium hospitality experiences in dynamic and high-growth markets such as Nepal.