Sunset over Sauraha Cottage and the mustard fields in front of it
Sauraha Cottage & Restaurant · Chitwan

Rhinos graze at our gate

A family-run cottage hotel in Sauraha, a short walk from the town centre and right on the edge of rhino country. Clean rooms, home cooking and a quiet garden.

4.451 Google reviews
A one-horned rhino grazing in the field, seen through the cottage gate
Seen from our gateSauraha
About

Small on purpose, warm by default

Sauraha Cottage is run by a family who puts everything into it, from the gardens to the kitchen. It is close enough to walk into town and quiet enough to hear the birds. You are looked after by the people who own the place.

The cottages either side of the garden path at Sauraha Cottage

Family-run

Personal hospitality from a host family, not a front desk.

Garden to table

Vegetables picked from our own garden for fresh, flavourful meals.

Quiet, but close

A short walk from the busy main street of Sauraha.

Wildlife

Seen from our gate

Greater one-horned rhinos wander out of the national park into the fields around the cottage. These photos were all taken at our gate.

A rhino grazing in the morning fog near the cottage
Morning fogWinter mornings
A rhino standing beside the Sauraha Cottage sign at night
Beside our signAfter dark
The Sauraha Cottage sign on the gate with a rhino in the field behind
Across the fieldIn the daytime

Rhinos are wild animals. Watch from behind the gate, keep your distance and never approach one on foot. Sightings are never guaranteed.

Rooms

Three ways to stay

Clean, affordable and fully air-conditioned rooms for solo travellers, pairs and groups. Message us on WhatsApp to check dates and today's rate.

A guest room with two beds, a wardrobe and blue and violet wallsOne of our guest rooms
1 guest

Cozy Single Bedroom

A private room with its own attached bathroom, air conditioning and a quiet, cozy feel.

Air conditioningAttached bathroom
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2 guests

Cozy Double Bedroom

Made for friends or family, with air conditioning, separate beds, a private bathroom and plenty of space.

Air conditioningSeparate bedsPrivate bathroom
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Groups

Spacious Hall Room

A roomy, air-conditioned hall with multiple beds and a shared bathroom. The budget-friendly pick for groups.

Air conditioningMultiple bedsShared bathroom
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The bright, colourful restaurant dining hall
The restaurant counter and drinks fridge
Restaurant

Nepali flavours, international comfort

“Where flavors are fresh, and the comfort is deep.”

Our in-house restaurant blends local Nepali cooking with popular international dishes, made with vegetables from our own garden. Portions are generous and prices are fair.

Start with a hearty breakfast, linger over lunch or wind down with dinner in a calm, quiet dining room. Visitors who are not staying with us are welcome too.

BreakfastLunchDinnerGarden vegetables
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Tours

Days out, arranged for you

Tell us what you would like to do and we will organise it with local guides.

A safari jeep parked between the cottages, ready to take guests into the parkJeep pick-up from the cottage

Chitwan National Park tour

Explore the park with a guide, looking for rhinos, deer and birdlife.

Canoe ride

Drift down the river and watch the banks for crocodiles and birds.

Elephant Breeding Centre

Visit the centre and see the elephants and their young up close.

Tharu cultural dance

An evening of traditional stick dance and music in Sauraha.

Events and groups

Room for the whole group

Gardens, halls and a kitchen that can feed a crowd. Tell us what you are planning and we will shape a package around it.

School trips and group stays

The hall room and dining hall make room for educational trips and large groups.

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The family puts 100% into their business, from the beautiful gardens to picking organic vegetables for fresh and flavourful meals. The best I have had in Nepal, might I add.
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Comfortable rooms with AC, delicious food, and excellent hospitality. The hotel arranged a wonderful National Park tour with a guide, a cultural dance program, a canoe ride, and a visit to the Elephant Breeding Center.
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Such a peaceful getaway, yet everything you need is within easy reach. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Rooms are affordable and comfortable.
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The prices are very reasonable, the portion sizes are generous, and the service is excellent. I felt very welcomed and satisfied.
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The atmosphere was calm and comfortable, very peaceful and quiet, perfect for relaxing and enjoying a meal. The service was friendly and quick.
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Plan your stay

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Location

Sauraha, Chitwan

HFHW+WJ4

Ratnanagar 44200, Nepal. A short walk from the main street of Sauraha.