Kathmandu, May 27 -- Arya Hotel & Spa has officially opened in Thamel's Narsingh Chowk, offering a blend of traditional Nepali architecture and modern amenities. The hotel includes 72 rooms, a full-service spa, conference facilities, and rooftop dining with panoramic views of Kathmandu.

Developed with an investment of Rs2.5 billion, the hotel is owned by Krishna Simkhada, a non-resident Nepali who returned to Nepal after two and a half decades in Japan.

The hotel's public spaces include a 25-seat meeting hall and a larger 70-person conference space on the 11th floor. The 12th floor houses Sora, a dining area with space for over 100 guests and a glass-enclosed section called Skyline Sora for skywalk dining. The rooftop lounge, The Thirte...