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The 10 Best Hostels in Bhaktapur, Nepal

Some of the best backpacker spots in Bhaktapur

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Hostel Swastik is located in Bhaktapur, less than 1 km from Bhaktapur Durbar Square and 12 km from Patan Durbar Square. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving Nepalese cuisine. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

I spent a total of two nights there in two different weeks. Both times I went to spend the night. However, it was a great stay. Though it was low season, on both days I met excellent people to hang out with. The owner is super nice, I joined him playing guitar and singing, he showed me a great place for newari food and he was always there to hang out. The hostel is in a great location. About 5 min from the old town but outside (something great so that you don't have to pay the old city fee if you aren't going to visit it), and about 15 min from the main road where you can take the bus anywhere. I stayed in a 6-bed fem room. The first night we were only 3 while on the second one, just 2 beds were occupied. The room was wide, comfy mattress, warm blanket and lockers. Close to it, there were two toilets and a sink. On the ground floor you have a shower with some hot water (not much though). All of them are pretty clean. In summary, a great place for your stay in Bhaktapur, price worth it and a nice vibe :)

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8.8
Excellent
163 reviews
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$5.45
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Located in Pātan, within 1.1 km of Patan Durbar Square and 6.8 km of Hanuman Dhoka, Budget Backpacker's Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 7 km from Pashupatinath, 7.2 km from Kathmandu Durbar Square and 9 km from Swayambhu. The accommodation offers room service and luggage storage space for guests.

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$2.50
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Located in Kathmandu, within 2.1 km of Pashupatinath and 3.9 km of Hanuman Dhoka, Happy Feet Girls Hostel provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 4.6 km from Kathmandu Durbar Square, 6.2 km from Patan Durbar Square and 7 km from Swayambhu. The property is non-smoking and is situated 4.1 km from Boudhanath Stupa.

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Bhaktapur

  • Avg. price/night: $11
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 163 reviews
    Great location and great vibe. I met a lot of interesting people at Hostel Swastik that went on to become good friends. The staff are helpful and Bishwo the owner is a really great guy with interesting projects ongoing. I will never stay anywhere else except here whenever I'm in Bhaktapur.
    Jem
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $22.68
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 367 reviews
    Great location next to the main square, friendly and welcoming staff, spacious comfortable room with attached bathroom. Excellent value for money. Good food (cheap too), though it took us a day to realise that they operate as a restaurant too, they are so laid back and unassuming!
    Kevin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $11
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 163 reviews
    The staff was nice and helpful.. beds comfortable and the place clean enough.. good vibes to hung around the hostel and perfect location. In the outskirts of the main town, close to the bus stop. Perfect for backpackers
    Sofia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $15
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 46 reviews
    Great location yet quiet at night. Good beds, clean sheets, nice hot water in the shower. Unlimited drinking water Overall ok for a budget place.
    Zeynep
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $11
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 163 reviews
    Super cozy and friendly hostel in a great location. Bishwo, the owner is very helpful and knows a lot about the area. He helped me with my indian visa and recommended the best local restaurants and places to go in Bhaktapur as well as outside the city. The hot showers work very well and the beds are comfortable. Furthermore you can use the rooftop terrace of the guesthouse just across the streets for some amazing sunset.
    Jan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $11
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 163 reviews
    Best hostel I've stayed in so far in Nepal. Great atmosphere, comfortable beds, great location, friendly staff that wants to help you in any way they can.
    Karlijn
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $11
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 163 reviews
    Great location, very lovely, helpful, and kind owners, water refill included, relatively clean bathroom sharing spaces, hot shower, communal toilet roll and soap, cheap price (and I had a private room).
    Fleur
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $11
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 163 reviews
    I loved the atmosphere at Swastik hostel. It's a small hostel, but it has a range of different rooms and a guesthouse with private rooms nearby. The people are very chill, spontaneous and hospitable. I felt taken care of, safe and never lonely. We discovered new parts of Bhaktapur every evening for the Dashain festival and really got the local experience thanks to the host, Bishwo. And I still feel like there is loads to discover. I will be back! 😀
    Naïma
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $11
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 163 reviews
    The Hostel is a good place if you search for something cheaper in Bhaktapur. The owner and people there are very nice, helpful, kind and know a lot about the place and environment! They also take you to trips like a waterfall!
    Nadine
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $10
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 45 reviews
    Great location, amazing terrace. Palden Lama was very friendly and welcoming. Nice room. Safe parking.
    Anand
    Young couple