Amazing views! Very quiet and worth waking up for the sunrise. Food was good and service was above and beyond.

Stayed in July 2025

Our one-night stay at Raniban Retreat was short but deeply restorative—just the kind of peaceful escape we didn’t know we needed. Perched above Pokhara, this hidden gem offers stunning panoramic views of the Annapurna range, Phewa Lake, and the city below. The moment we arrived, it felt like we had been transported to another world—quiet, calm, and wrapped in the embrace of nature. The retreat is beautifully and tastefully designed to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings. Winding stone paths, wooden cottages, and lush greenery all contribute to a sense of tranquil isolation that melts away the noise and stress of city living. Even though we were there for just one night, it was more than enough to recharge our social batteries and reconnect with ourselves. The hospitality at Raniban was equally unforgettable. From the start, the team was warm, attentive, and thoughtful. Pradip, the operations manager, made our check-in a breeze and later surprised us with a heartfelt farewell ceremony steeped in Nepali tradition—a touching gesture that left a lasting impression. Rakesh, the manager, was ever-present to ensure everything ran smoothly. A very special mention goes to Asvin, who went out of his way to take care of us throughout our stay. He thoughtfully surprised us with an impromptu candlelight dinner—a magical and unexpected gesture that made our evening extra special. He was always on hand to assist with our questions, and his attentiveness and genuine warmth made us feel incredibly well cared for. The food at Raniban Retreat was another highlight—fresh, organic, and packed with flavor, much of it sourced directly from their own backyard garden. Dining with a view of the Himalayas made every bite feel like a celebration. Despite a minor setback with a piece of broken luggage (damaged during our flight), the staff went above and beyond to help us manage the issue.

Stayed in June 2025

The view is incredible and the staff was always making sure the experience was perfect !

Stayed in May 2025

great stay after trekkings!

Stayed in May 2025

very nice location and very friendly staff!

Stayed in May 2025

Marvelous location and really friendly staff!

Stayed in May 2025

The location is both a blessing and a curse. To get to Raniban Retreat, you must go up a very steep and curvy road with a lot of blind spots. If you want to go to Pokhara central to get a massage or shop, it is certainly an endeavor. Taking the taxi back to the retreat at night was one of the scariest things I’ve done as the road is challenging and there is very little light. The food is overall ok, but I think the breakfast buffet was quite disappointing, overall stale, and could be much improved. WiFi is a little spotty in the rooms and the electricity was a little weird, sometimes my things would charge other times not.

This hotel is at the top of a hill that overlooks Pokhara. The property is gorgeous with butterflies and birds and so many flowers. It is the perfect place to get far from the madding crowd for quiet and reflection. The pool was great for cooling off. It is extremely quiet. The staff were always eager to assist in anyway to make your stay as great as possible. I was worried the food would be bad based on other reviews but i thought the food on demand was good and reasonably priced. Felt extremely safe to stay here as a solo woman traveler and overall I would highly recommend this stay.

Stayed in May 2025

Laundry service too expensive.

Amazing location. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Great spot to relax.

Stayed in April 2025

More International

Excellent

Stayed in March 2025

The environment and all the staff are perfectly friendly .

Stayed in April 2025

Raniban Retreat was the perfect place for us to stay after our long hike. The facilities are great, with amazing rooms and great food in the restaurant. Unfortunately we were very ill during our stay due to the hike and the staff looked after us very well. We really appreciate the efforts of the staff to make sure our stay was comfortable.

Stayed in April 2025

Not much. Perhaps the restaurant is a little tired and small menu. The spa was closed when we were there sadly.

Staff were amazing. So helpful. And good natured. The location is great but we had low clouds so didn’t get the amazing views. That’s mountains for you. We did some nice short hikes around the tops. Our room was modern and spacious.

Stayed in March 2025

300 meters off road

Everything

Stayed in February 2025

The gravel road leading to the property is a little scary, many tourists companies and drivers do not want to drive there. Though, this is not the fault of the hotel. It is the nature of being high up in the mountains.

I had an incredible stay at Raniban Retreat in Pokhara! The views from the property are absolutely stunning, offering a breathtaking panorama of the surrounding mountains. The food was excellent, with a variety of delicious options that catered to all tastes. What truly stood out, though, was the exceptional staff—they went above and beyond to make sure I felt welcomed and comfortable throughout my stay. Their warm hospitality made the experience even more memorable. If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat with amazing views and top-notch service, I highly recommend Raniban Retreat!

Stayed in January 2025

Nothing

Location was spectacular with breathtaking views over Pokhara

Stayed in December 2024

Need more options for Breakfast. They had standard same menu everyday .

Felt like staying above clouds.With complete 180 degree view of all Snow Peak Mountains with Lake ; City and Airport. Excellent Property .You don't need to visit Sarangkot for Sunrise .The Lake View Cottage or hotel deck gives exactly same view.

Stayed in December 2024

Limited Dining Options

Location and Breakfast

Stayed in December 2024

Beautiful location away from the hustle and bustle. Incredible sunrise views, and great food. The room was gorgeous as well.

Stayed in November 2024

The location is tricky, most taxis won't take you up to the hotel entrance (bear in mind, it's 300m of rocky, non-asphalt road). So you have to book a ride with the hotel every time you go to the city. It stands atop the hill, so the only food option nearby is the hotel restaurant (though the food really isn't all that bad). The heater is working at times - so the room stays pretty cold until the sunshine gets through during the day. Since we went during winter, it would be nice if slippers were provided, given how cold the floor is. Other than that, our experience has been excellent, please don't let my review deter you from booking a room at Raniban, we can't recommend it enough to anyone coming to Pokhara.

The staff was great. Everyone was helpful and super friendly - they are also pretty responsive on Booking.com, and on WhatsApp. Our rooms were clean and were cleaned daily. The view, my God, is so stunning, especially on a clear day. You can see Annapurna clearly from the balcony, from the restaurant, from their viewpoint. The view alone makes the trip to Pokhara, and our stay at Raniban worth it.

Stayed in December 2024

Retreat describes this place perfectly - it is out of the way and above the city so it is quiet but that is exactly what we wanted when we stayed. The room was spectacular, comfy bed, spacious room, lovely bathroom, lovely balcony and jacuzzi was really easy to use. Food was also very good and staff were lovely and respectful.

Stayed in November 2024

It is called Raniban RETREAT, which suited us fine. If you were going to Pokhara to do lots of activities and wanting to get out and about in Pokhara it would probably be better staying more centrally as the Retreat is off the beaten track (the staff will arrange a car and so it is possible to get down into Pokhara with about 20 to 30 minute drive). If you are planning excursions check pick up details as the Retreat may be outside their pick up area.

The location was amazing - although it was a bit cloudy we still had wonderful views of sunrises and of the Himalayas in the mornings. It was quiet and peaceful and a great place to sit and relax. The staff were very friendly and attentive and the food was home cooked, some sourced from their own plot and very tasty. Our room was clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend it, with proviso stated below.

Stayed in November 2024

The food is to be improved, compared with other restaurants it is rather basic and needs some refinement. E.g. chilly potatoes are made of french fries.. :/

Fantastic location, the view is really worth every penny, but you have to be lucky with the weather, so dont blame the place if you don't have the view.

Stayed in November 2024

Picture perfect location , high up on the hills, looking down over scenic lake . sitting in Jacuzzi on the balcony looking down a well lit city is a feeling, no words can ever express. Thank you , so much ,to all the beautiful friends looking after us. You made our stay a cherished one.🙏

Stayed in November 2024

Super! Nice breakfast, people are friendly, nice and calm scenery.

Stayed in November 2024