This affiliation will now place Nepal, as well as Pokhara, on the world map as a Best Western destination," says Anand Gupta, managing director of Uday Management Services and organizer for Best Western hotels in India. "'This is another jewel in the Best
Western crown."

Located 200 km west of Kathmandu, the Best Western New Hotel Crystal, managed by Ajaya Ratna Sthapit, is located midway between  Pehwa Lake and the city center. Ideal for nature or hiking enthusiasts, the hotel is located near the Annapurna mountain range and Mt. Machhapuchhare, also known as Fish Tail Peak.

The full-service hotel has 40 well-appointed guest rooms, cottages and suites. All  rooms are centrally air conditioned and most have mountain views. The Best Western New Hotel Crystal also features a multi-cuisine restaurant, coffee shop, two bars, business facilities, IDD phones, satellite television, currency exchange, safe deposit, laundry service, doctor on call, car rentals and boating and fishing arrangements.

As part of the Best Western chain, this hotel will benefit from the worldwide toll-free reservations system, as well as marketing, national advertising, public relations, sales and training services.

Best Western hotels started its operations in India in 1992 and is the fastest growing hotel chain in the region with 25 hotels in South and Southeast Asia.

Best Western International is a membership association of independently owned and operated hotels. It is the world's largest lodging brand with more than 3,800 hotels in 76 countries and territories.