Reviews of Hostel Swastik

peacefull and fun to stay. owner bisso is a polite guy even he understand any language.

short time water supply. although it wasn't a major problem

The location is amazing, you are at the door of Bhaktapur's heart. I found superb that the owner and staff share with us the cultural events, they showed us around, told us about the traditional food and best places to eat and also enjoyed with us! We felt like a family there, everybody was very kind and helpful with anything we needed. Also the facilities are comfortable and clean, the place is super cool, warm space ideal to meet other travelers. But you can also find your space at the terrace and enjoy nice views of the city and mountains. We will definitely come back! Pd: We tried the best Dahl Bhat in Nepal here ;)

I loved my stay at Swastik! Such a personal experience as I got to speak with and get to know the owner and manager personally, who were both so friendly, fun and knowledgeable about the area. The hostel was clean and well maintained and the staff are always happy to help and genuinely want to make your stay as comfortable as possible. I also met such nice and interesting people at the hostel, I can’t say I met anyone I didn’t like! The food was also amazing and really reasonably priced. I ate the best dal bhat I had in my whole Nepal visit and all the vegetables were organic and grown on the hostel’s own farm. Bhaktapur was also an incredible city with such a beautiful insight into traditional Nepali culture with the friendliest people!

The location was great, it was very easy to get around everywhere, the food was great, and the rooms felt clean and comfortable! The best part is honestly the people working here. They have become like family to me <3 I was staying here for almost a month and a half in spring of 2024 but I wouldn't have stayed as long as I did had I not bonded as hard as I did with Bishwo and Lena especially. We would eat together often, go out together, spend many late nights talking or jamming together or with other hostel guests and friends from the area, we made so much fun together! We'd spent the Newari new year together (Biska Jatra) and even took little day trips to Nagarkot for hiking and swimming. Staying here was a very special experience for me as I am sure it was for many other guests who have had the pleasure of getting to know the Swastik Hostel crew <3 I cannot wait to come back and see everyone. So much love to you Hostel Swastik, I miss you so much, and thank you for that time. If you are reading this, do consider staying here, I talk about this place to my friends all the time, it is very worth coming to Bhaktapur and staying at Hostel Swastik (:

Simple, cosy hostel , friendly stuff

I didn't like that to get to this hostel you need pay 1800r entrance fee, because it's located in heritage site, when we arrived the was no officers around so we could reach out hostel but later when we went for dinner on the way back officer run to us and required to purchase tickets in the and we agreed but we haven't enough cash so we asked him go with us 100m to the hostel and we'll pay for tickets officer was rude and refused to do it so we couldn't get to hostel until get dark,then we just luckily sneaked back to hostel,so be aware of that

This the best place where to stay in bhaktapur, you will meet an incredible staff very kind. The hostel is perfectly located to explore and get lost in the city.

Amazing staff, welcoming atmosphere. Felt like I could’ve stayed on for a long time - will definitely be coming back! Great location just tucked up a quiet street from town, tasty affordable food. Met lots of people here as a solo traveller:)

Great Hostel with extremely friendly and helpful staff!

Best place to stay in Bhaktapur!:)

A very nice hostel, as we would have in Europe: a place where people go to be together, to meet other travellers. The owner and the staff are very welcoming, can give good avice, and they would always take time for you. The owner is nepali, and very open-minded, I highly appreciated that we could talk a lot about nepali culture, and being able to ask any question I would have. I would be happy to go there again, maybe to volunteer next time ;) The dorms are nice, equipped with lockers, and the private room that I had for one night was also very nice.

For the price, everything was totally fine. Still, maybe some repairs could be done, some taps were a bit broken (even if still working), some sockets seem not to be working. Having a real place to dry the towels would also be a +

Simple hostel but nice vibe thanks to all the volunteers staying there Night talks at the fire also were nice

Very simple. Room not so airy For dinner you get what you get. I was the only real guest so I couldn't choose from the menus bc they had nothing ready but what they made for volunteers (but it was good so fine

If you like to hang with cool people, stay here! Bed is comfortable, blanket is warm enough at night. They have movie room where everyone can watch and hang out together. The dining and chilling area is perfect. They do clean the shared toilets/shower everyday. They have food, and masala milk tea is yum. You have to meet the owner. He's cool, very cool. Lina and the guys are amazing too. Miss u all

I literally LOVE this place. It's not only about the place itself, but also the people (staff) make it such a nice place to be. It felt more like home compared to any other hostel where I've been.

I had a great stay at Swastik Hostel. The location is perfect to explore the city and the team is very friendly and welcoming. The rooms are comfortable and there are nice shared spaces to relax. I will definitely be back!

Extremely friendly and welcoming staff. Warm environment. Very comfortable beds. Felt very safe on property. They also helped me find a private space to hold a meeting and they have a pretty cool movie room.

I couldn’t manage getting hot water in the shower. I never asked though, so I’m not sure if it’s available

The staff were so friendly and welcoming, the common area was great for meeting other travellers and location was close to the beautiful squares. Great vibes in the hostel, it felt like home!

I love this hostel and the people that make it! it's hard to come across a place that just makes you feel so welcomed, but this place do.

Had such a great time here. Lovely hosts who gave great recommendations on activities, eats etc. Hostel had a good vibe which attracted like minded people and I made friends here. Clean and great location

beautiful people, good vibes and lots of hospitality. I'll be back soon!