Pokhara travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pokhara

With a population of 200,000, Pokhara is the largest city in Gandaki, Nepal by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Pokhara to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Pokhara

Pokhara in May
Estimated hotel price
₹ 502
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pokhara in May
Estimated hotel price
₹ 502
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Pokhara

Plane

When flying to Pokhara, you’ll arrive at Pokhara (PKR), which is located 5 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Pokhara’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Pokhara, you’ll arrive at Pokhara (PKR), which is located 5 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Pokhara’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city centre.

Airlines serving Pokhara

KLM
Good (854 reviews)
SWISS
Good (922 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (495 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (182 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (215 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (30 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,254 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
Good (262 reviews)
SriLankan Airlines
Good (47 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (46 reviews)
Vistara
Good (173 reviews)
flydubai
Good (68 reviews)
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Where to stay in Pokhara

From 5-star hotels such as the Bar Peepal Resort to great affordable options like the Hotel The Cherry Garden, Pokhara offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 2,232 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 4,995 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Mountain View - Lakeside Pokhara and Hotel Hakoniwa.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pokhara

Most booked hotels in Pokhara

Hotel Middle Path & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 2,918+
Waterfront Resort By Kgh Group
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,086+

Hiring a car in Pokhara

Expect to pay ₹ 112 per litre in Pokhara (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,341 and ₹ 1,788.

Expect to pay ₹ 112 per litre in Pokhara (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,341 and ₹ 1,788.