Gokarna Forest Resort

As a resort, Gokarna offered traditional architecture and design with the attributes of a modern and sophisticated hotel. Its main highlights were its location within a forest reserve and its open spaces which encouraged exploring and relaxing in the open. The forest served a dual purpose of providing opportunities for guided walks and filtering the air pollution from the city. Its stand-alone sports complex offered a sizeable pool and gym, and the spa. Our room, a junior suite, was spacious with good views and provided all the amenities expected of a high-star hotel such as a safe, coffee/tea maker and fridge. All staff were friendly, helpful and resourceful. We had all our meals in the hotel. Both the buffet and ala carte menu offered a very wide range of Nepali and Western options. A good option if you want the experience of a resort in a city.

Well maintained. Lot of activities for adult and kids. Staff was very polite and helpful. I would like to recommend everyone to visit this hotel. I am sure you will return home with good memories.

Outstanding in every way. The highlight was breakfast which was one of the best in terms of variety and freshness. The dinner was also incredible with me ordering butter chicken multiple times and trying other local dishes. The service and attentiveness of the staff were top notch. I ended up extending my stay for over a week due to the kindness of the staff and the phenomenal comfort and quality of the hotel. It felt like I was staying at a private estate and was part of the family. As a solo female traveler this was a great experience for me. I recommend the massage services as they were out of this world! There is something very special about their massages. However, the pedicure services were acceptable by comparison (even when given by the same treatment provider). I believe they could benefit from some additional training for added comfort to take it to the next level like the massages are. For example, soaking the feet longer, resting the soaking bowl on a stool instead of the ground, two coats of polish and and overcoat, etc. This is just because the massage treatment was world class and the pedicure treatment could be improved to also be world class. That being said, the price was fair and this is not a criticism as much as room for improvement in an establishment that goes above and beyond in every way.