Photo: Wikimedia CommonsA living museum as much as a hotel, Dwarikas is built around a courtyard of intricately carved Newari woodwork rescued from crumbling temples across the valley. Rooms are hand-finished with terracotta tiles, brass fittings and hand-loomed textiles, and the atmosphere is hushed and heritage-rich. Book a table at Krishnarpan, the in-house restaurant, for a ceremonial multi-course Nepali feast served in traditional style. It is a special-occasion stay and worth every rupee.