Hotel Karuna

13/07/2026

Some messages are easier to say than to write.

As the sun rises here on Vancouver Island, another day comes to a close in Pokhara. Even from the other side of the world, I’m reminded every day how fortunate we are to have such an incredible team and such wonderful guests.

To everyone who has stayed with us, thank you for trusting us with a small part of your journey through Nepal.

And to our Karuna family in Pokhara—thank you for the care, kindness, and pride you bring to Hotel Karuna every single day. You make guests feel at home, and you make me incredibly proud.

See you all again soon. ❤️

12/05/2026

✨Travel Tip Tuesday✨

One of Pokhara’s most peaceful morning experiences…

This morning Kelly bhauju visited Matepani Gumba, where monks have continued their daily puja in a temporary prayer hall for the past 10 years after severe damage during the 2015 earthquakes. Construction is now almost finished, with morning prayers expected to move into the new Gumba in about a month.

Visitors are quietly welcome to observe morning prayers, chanting, horns, drums, and rituals.

Small offerings such as fruit, biscuits, juice boxes, or a modest cash donation are appreciated if you wish to contribute respectfully. 🙏

The surrounding forest trails are also a beautiful place for a peaceful morning walk alongside many local residents.

A unique and meaningful way to start the day in Pokhara.

If this feels like your kind of journey, just ask us — we’re always happy to point you in the right direction.

10/05/2026

We’ve created something a little special for the monsoon months…

A slower, most relaxing way to experience Pokhara.

Early mornings on the lake, good coffee, nourishing food, a peaceful environment, and a little time to simply be.

PADDLE POKHARA with KARUNA
A signature experience

Includes:
• Complimentary upgrade to a Deluxe Mountain View Room with balcony
• Daily breakfast
• Daily Appy Hour
• 10% off all food & beverages
• Complimentary morning paddling experience on Phewa Taal (stand-up paddleboard or kayak with Paddle Nepal, once per stay)
• Early check-in and late check-out

2-night package: NPR 12,000
(based on 2 guests sharing one room)
Additional nights at 10% off the best available online rate at time of booking

Available 15 May – 15 September

A refreshing escape for the warmer days ahead —
beat the heat and get out on Phewa Taal 🌊

Direct bookings only 💛
Message us to reserve 🙏🏼
📲 +977 9816637987

03/05/2026

We love coffee ☕💛
So we’re gently refining the in-room experience at Karuna…

A slow, mindful pour-over
or a simple, easy French press?

Using our single-origin Nepali organic Arabica from kar.maCOFFEE — a coffee we’re proud to share.

Which would you enjoy in your room?

02/05/2026

⸻

It’s Saturday… 💛

Fresh, warm sel roti — lightly sweet, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside — made for that perfect dunk.

Served with our house aloo achar and chana tarkari — that balance of gentle sweet with a little spice is really quite special.

Part of our popular breakfast buffet, 06:30–9:30am,
and now part of our new daytime menu.

01/05/2026

It’s Friday…

And that means tomorrow is Sel Roti Saturday at Karuna 💛

Fresh, warm sel roti — a lightly sweet, crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside Nepali favourite —
served with our house aloo achar.

Starting to become a bit of a community favourite…

Full breakfast buffet, 6:30–9:30
Included with accommodation
950/- for visitors

29/04/2026

28/04/2026

✨Travel Tip Tuesday✨

This week’s travel tip… an invitation to slow down 🙏🏼

Just a 10–15 minute walk from Karuna, tucked away in a quiet local neighbourhood, is Ayurveda House.

Kelly bhauju spent a month here recently, going through a full Panchakarma — and it was truly exceptional.

They begin with a complimentary consultation with an Ayurvedic doctor — including traditional pulse diagnosis — to understand your current state (your dosha balance), and from there, treatments are thoughtfully tailored to you.

From single-day experiences — massage, shirodhara, and steam — to deeper, multi-day Panchakarma programs (3 days to 30+), it’s a place to slow down, reset your nervous system, and reconnect with yourself.

They also offer transcendental meditation (TM) instruction, for those looking to go a little deeper.

If you’re feeling called to nourish your mind, body, and spirit during your time in Pokhara… this is a special place to do it.

For guests choosing multi-day programs, we offer discounted accommodation at Karuna, along with simple, nourishing meals like kichadi and gently cooked seasonal vegetables on request.

And of course — a quiet rooftop, a comfortable lounge, and a place to simply rest between treatments.

If this feels like your kind of journey, just ask us —
we’re always happy to point you in the right direction 💛

Stay tuned for more local tips — places to go, things to do, and little moments not to miss in and around Pokhara.

25/04/2026

“Take a day off,” they said.

Maybe not a full day…
but I can start with a few quiet minutes.

Rooftop mornings at Karuna 🌿
After all, Karuna means compassion.

25/04/2026

“Take a day off,” they said.

Maybe not a full day…
but I can start with a few quiet minutes.

Rooftop mornings at Karuna 🌿
After all, Karuna means compassion.