Reviews of Banbas Resort, Chitwan

The villas are mostly spread around the small pond which is a nice setting, many birds around the property itself, restaurant is decent with good wine options. Away from the masses.

It's a bit far from town and transport is not always easy or super-cheap. No professional birdwatching guide despite the manager's pedigree in birding.

The food was delicious, the grounds a delight, we watched a rhino in the park while we were eating our lunch on the terrace, elephants & their riders were walking past the hotel down the road, kingfishers flying over the water hole in the centre of the grounds. The staff were so lovely and professional. Our stay was gorgeous.

There was nothing I didn't like

Quiet and out the way meant it was a good place for nature spotting. Pool was amazing, good food and the rooms were nice! I’d stay here again for sure!

They don’t answer booking.com messages before you arrive!!

The hotel grounds are pleasant, and the safari tours are great.

I want to warn everyone that I experienced food poisoning at this hotel — the only time it happened during my 10 days in Nepal. The dish responsible was a vegetable stir-fry. I reported the incident to the hotel management, but unfortunately, they took no action. Cons: Constant calls to the room from reception, and the restaurant staff are overly intrusive, rooms have insufficient lighting.

Very nice, friendly and helpful staff. Very clean and good food.

Somewhat far away from the village and isolated. It does not give you the feeling to be in Nepal. We went to the village to see the sun set and have some food and drinks. This felt like an energy boost for us.

Super friendly staff Gorgeous surroundings The greenery is beautiful

Was difficult to reach from Bharatpur airport and they charge too much for activities and transportation There were tons of insects in the room AC was a bit weak

Really great

Nothing

Great place, friendly staff

It was the perfect stay after the Manaslu trek: Warm weather and luxurious while still being outside of the crowded town.

Beautiful hotel. Well located. Can organise all your safari needs. Our guide on the safaris (Chanu) was brilliant.

This is a great hotel to stay in Chitwan. Fantastic rooms, great restaurant,it was the best food i ate in Nepal . The staff are all first class, especially the manager hes brilliant & good fun too . The trips they arranged for me where really good & value for money too I would definitely stay here again and I would definitely recommend this hotel to my friends who want to visit Chitwan national Park.

Nothing at all

Fabulous location. Right next to the safari park. The rooms are large and well appointed. Loos are spacious and well equipped. Pool, breakfast and common areas are beautiful! I wish I had stayed for longer.

The property was beautifully designed, finished, and maintained for luxury safari accommodations. All luxury amenities are provided, staff were kind and accommodating, WiFi was strong throughout the property, food at the restaurant was very fresh and delicious, rooms are generously sized and comfortable (as are the beds!), and the tropical-style pool was wonderful. The property is eco friendly with home grown fruits and vegetables, the pool recycles its water, the landscaping is tropically lush with indigenous plants abutting the meandering stone walkways, each room is a free-standing Nepali-style structure that blends into the landscape, the furniture is locally designed and made, and the individual buildings reflect local building traditions and use high-quality materials including stone floors, and rough hewn wood walls. My bathroom was elegant with high-end fittings and fixtures, and was spotlessly clean. Staff is happy to arrange full or half-day safaris with elephants, jeeps, canoes or walking at a very reasonable cost, and the hotel sponsors periodic outdoor programs around an outdoor fire pit featuring local performers.

It would have been nice if the hotel was within walking distance of Sauraha, local center of the tourism action, but the hotel was happy to call a tuk tuk, and at a cost of only $3 (US) for a quick ride into town, it could be considered part of the fun. I also missed having an in-room safe, although it’s really not essential here since the entire property is walled and guarded.

Banbas is a hidden gem! From the moment I arrived, I felt like I was stepping into the national park. The property is right outside the national park, but it genuinely feels like part of it. The pond and wetland are teeming with life—100+ bird species, fish swimming around (a staff noted that fish are fed with waste food from the hotel kitchen!), and even a waterfall in the pool area. It’s so peaceful! The rooms are villa-style, super comfortable, and have amazing views of the pond. I loved the Tharu-style artwork in the decor—such a nice touch that celebrates local culture. The property is also wheelchair-friendly, which I really appreciated. The staff was fantastic—welcoming me with drinks and flowers at check-in. The food was a perfect mix of local and international dishes, and everything felt thoughtfully curated. Can’t wait to visit again!

Nothing really! Everything was fantastic.

Very good resort hotel. Very clean and very cosy. It is near to the Nationalpark. They offer tours with fair prices. The food at the restaurant is delicious. All the stuff is friendly and help if you had the need for. We saw a traditional dancing show which was very interesting. When we arrived, we got a small flower and a good juice.

Excellent Guides for tours in the national park

Kitchen is the only section not having the excellent level of the other ones

Cody oasis close to the jungle. Had a great time.

Restaurant could be a bit more diverse

Comfortable and peaceful. Very close to the forest. Swimming pool was nice. Rooms were spacious and clean. Staff were very cooperative. Food could have been better.

Needs a playroom for kids.

Absolutely fabulous resort. Beautiful gardens around a small lake. Location is next to an elephant sanctuary and close to the entrance of the park. Staff is formidable and they team has lots of knowledge of animals and nature.

Excelent service and splendid location .