Greenkunja Guesthouse near Lumbini & Butwal, Nepal
A new family guesthouse among the rice fields of Tilottama, 15 km from Gautam Buddha International Airport.
Double room with terrace, hosted by a local family
- 1 room open now
- 1 large double bed
- Private bathroom
- 25 m²
Sunrise over the fields
The terrace looks straight out over green rice fields. Mornings here are quiet and golden.
Breakfast included
Continental, full English, or order from the menu.
Easy base for Lumbini
About 15 km (25–30 minutes) from Gautam Buddha International Airport, and 45–60 minutes from the Buddha's birthplace.
Greenkunja is a brand-new guesthouse in Kunjalapur, a farming village in Tilottama, between Butwal and Bhairahawa. Here you wake up to birdsong and the sound of people working the fields, not traffic.
It's a calm place to rest after a long journey, or to stay a few nights while you visit Lumbini, Butwal, and the hills of Palpa on the road to Pokhara.
We are opening with one room. Two more rooms are on the way. Meet the family.
The room
Double room with terrace
25 m², with its own balcony
- 1 large double bed
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Balcony with garden view
- Free WiFi
- Breakfast included
Take a look around
A short walk through the lounge, the breakfast area, the room and the balcony.
What this place offers
- Free WiFi
- Free private parking
- Breakfast
- Terrace
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Kettle and dining area
- Towels and bed linen
- Great area for cycling
- Non-smoking
Early morning, from the terrace
The area
Kunjalapur is a quiet village in the Terai plains of Rupandehi. Everything below is a short drive away.
- LumbiniBirthplace of the Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site · 45–60 min
- Gautam Buddha International AirportAbout 15 km · 25–30 min
- ButwalAbout 10 km, shops, restaurants and buses to Pokhara
- Sunauli–Belahiya border (India)About 40–50 min
- Kunja ParkA small lake park nearby, nice for an evening walk
Planning your visit? Read our guide to where to stay for Lumbini and the other travel guides.
Where you'll be
Kunjalapur-6, Tilottama, Rupandehi, Lumbini Province, Nepal, near Thimje Restaurant & Bar, between Butwal and Bhairahawa.
Good to know
- Check-in12:00 to 22:00
- Check-out07:00 to 11:00
- Children 12+With an adult in the room, adult rate. No cots or extra beds
- No petsPets are not allowed
- No partiesIt's a quiet family home
- Non-smokingSmoking is not allowed inside
Greenkunja at a glance
| Address | Kunjalapur-6, Tilottama, Rupandehi, Lumbini Province, Nepal |
|---|---|
| Room | Double room with terrace, 25 m², 1 large double bed, private bathroom, air conditioning, balcony with garden view |
| Included | Breakfast (continental, full English or from the menu), free WiFi, free private parking, towels and bed linen |
| Check-in | 12:00 to 22:00 |
| Check-out | 07:00 to 11:00 |
| Gautam Buddha International Airport (Bhairahawa) | about 15 km, 25–30 minutes by car |
| Lumbini (Maya Devi Temple) | about 30–35 km, 45–60 minutes by car |
| Butwal city centre | about 10 km |
| Sunauli–Belahiya border (India) | about 40–50 minutes by car |
| House rules | children aged 12 and over welcome when sharing a room with an adult (same rate as adults); not suitable for children under 12; no cots or extra beds; no pets; no parties; non-smoking |
| +91 98109 09368 (family WhatsApp, answered in Nepal and India) | |
| Phone (Nepal) | +977 981-8776406 |
| info@greenkunja.com |
Travel guides from our family
Honest, detailed guides to Lumbini, the border, the roads and the hills around Greenkunja.
Travel guide
Tilaurakot and Kapilvastu 2027: The Buddha’s Childhood Home, Devdaha, Ramagrama and an Honest Day-Trip Plan from Lumbini
Travel guide
Tansen Palpa 2027: Srinagar Sunrise, Rani Mahal and an Honest Day-Trip Plan from Butwal
Travel guide
Kathmandu to Lumbini 2027: Flight, Bus or Car, Real Costs and Honest Road Advice
Travel guide
Lumbini Monasteries 2027: The 15 Best Temples, Timed Routes and Honest Costs
Travel guide
Sunauli Border Crossing 2027: Visa Fees, Step-by-Step Guide and Honest Advice on Delays
Travel guide
Where to Stay for Lumbini 2027: Lumbini vs Bhairahawa vs Butwal, How Many Days and an Honest 2-Day Plan
Questions guests ask
How far is Greenkunja from Lumbini?
About 30–35 km. The drive to the Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini takes 45–60 minutes by car.
How far is it from Gautam Buddha International Airport (Bhairahawa)?
About 15 km, which is 25–30 minutes by car.
Is breakfast included?
Yes. You can choose a continental breakfast, a full English breakfast, or order from the menu.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 12:00 to 22:00. Check-out is from 07:00 to 11:00.
Can you help with a car or driver?
Yes. We can help arrange a car with driver for Lumbini, the airport, the Sunauli border or onward trips. Ask us on WhatsApp.
How do I book?
Send your dates on WhatsApp (+91 98109 09368) or email info@greenkunja.com, and we reply with the price and availability. You can also book on Booking.com.
Why is the WhatsApp number an Indian (+91) number?
It is the family WhatsApp, answered by our family in Nepal and India. To call the guesthouse in Nepal, use +977 981-8776406.
Is Greenkunja a good stop when crossing the Sunauli border?
Yes. The Sunauli–Belahiya border is about 40–50 minutes away by car, so it works well for the first or last night in Nepal.
Are children and pets allowed?
Children aged 12 and over are welcome when they share the room with an adult, and they pay the same rate as adults. Greenkunja is a small, quiet home, so it is not suitable for children under 12. There are no cots or extra beds, and pets are not allowed.
Is there free WiFi and parking?
Yes. WiFi and private parking are both free.