[1] (Photo by Priti Thapa) Shrestha was born on 12 February 1933 in Darjeeling, British India,[additional citation(s) needed] she received her secondary education at St. Joseph School.

Following her husband's death in 1991, Ambica took on the role of managing the hotel, continuing to build its reputation and expand its offerings.

[3] In addition to her work in the hospitality industry, Ambica Shrestha was the Honorary Consulate General of Spain for Nepal.

[4] She also led the Nepalese Heritage Society and Business and Professional Women Nepal, where she focused on preserving Nepal's cultural heritage and advocating for the welfare of underprivileged women.

[5] Shrestha was the first Nepali woman to secure bank loans for women entrepreneurs, advocating for financial independence from husbands and families.