Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot

This hotel is undoubtedly one of the best in all aspects. Its location gives mind blowing views of the mountains and also during sunrise and sunset. Spacious rooms, fantastic balcony views and above all the service by staff made the stay truly memorable. The food is very delicious and the staff went on to ensure that the taste preferences etc were taken care of. Hope to return to stay again.

This was undoubtedly one of the best hotels we have ever stayed at. Loved everything about it. Cannot wait to go back. The view, the rooms, the decor, the people - everything was simply mind-blowing. I think the hotel is perfect for arranging a destination wedding. There's so much fun at the hotel itself and views are truly amazing.

Hotel Annapurna View Sarangot really is up in the clouds, perched high above the bustling city of Pokhara and is situated in pristine position to take advantage of mountain views. The hotel is modern in style and perhaps not for those who are seeking a traditional Nepalese building. However, the rooms are spacious and amenities offer guests every convenience. The view from the bedrooms is just wonderful and if you are lucky enough to see the elusive Himalayas between the haze and cloud, you will be rewarded with a breathtaking sight. The hotel is a very short walk to the Sarangot Lookout (not that you need to go there for the view!) and is an even shorter walk to the cable car that links Sarangot with Pokhara. It is a fun and convenient way to visit the city. We were fortunate enough to be staying during Holi, the Festival of Colours, and we enjoyed an amazing and unique experience. Guests can also enjoy walks from the hotel to view surrounding villages and observe the local Newari people going about their daily lives and tending to their small holdings. The staff at the hotel are very warm and welcoming and attentive to guests’ needs. The dining room offers a good selection of food and beverages. We chose this hotel for its location and on our final morning we were rewarded with wonderful views of the mountain range, particularly the Annapurnas and Macchapuchhare.

During my stay, I encountered significant challenges, particularly in dealing with an individual named Pawan. It became apparent that Pawan held a key role, possibly directly connected to the hotel's owner. The issue arose due to the Indian government's restriction on international card transactions to Nepal and Bhutan. Despite my willingness to settle the payment for the Suite room I had booked, Pawan's handling of the situation was less than satisfactory. When I tried to check out, my card didn't work, making settling the payment complicated. The hotel's payment link didn't work, and the same link, requested by a friend in the US, failed with the same security concerns. Additionally, trying to arrange payment through Western Union faced obstacles because Pawan insisted that I personally go to Western Union to collect the amount, despite being a foreigner. I managed to pay the amount from US transaction, but still Pawan remained inflexible, insisting on a rigid process and expressing that he would not permit my check-out until he received a credit message confirming payment. Despite providing transaction details and confirmation numbers, Pawan was uncooperative and insisted that I handle the situation personally. After persistent efforts and negotiation, I managed to convince Pawan to contact the local bank with the confirmation number. Finally, after the bank confirmed the transaction, I was allowed to check out. The entire experience was needlessly complicated, and Pawan's approach towards accommodating a foreign guest left much to be desired, causing frustration and inconvenience during my stay.