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!

Stayed in March 2025

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 (:

Stayed in February 2025

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

Simple, cosy hostel , friendly stuff

Stayed in February 2025

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.

Stayed in February 2025

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:)

Stayed in February 2025

Great Hostel with extremely friendly and helpful staff!

Stayed in February 2025

Best place to stay in Bhaktapur!:)

Stayed in January 2025

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 +

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.

Stayed in November 2024

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

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

Stayed in December 2024

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.

Stayed in October 2024

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!

Stayed in October 2024

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

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.

Stayed in September 2024

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!

Stayed in September 2024

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.

Stayed in September 2024

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

Stayed in September 2024

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

Stayed in September 2024

For food there were very few options. The breakfast wasn't really value for money. I would suggest buying your own food or eating all your meals outside. There's plenty of good restaurants nearby.

All the beds have curtains, even the top bunks, and the sheets and blankets are incredibly soft and comfortable. The dining area is cozy with a nice view on a pond. All the facilities were kept very clean, and the staff was very friendly. The hostel has a partner homestay nearby with a rooftop terrace. You can watch the sunset from there or do your morning yoga with a beautiful view over Kathmandu valley.

Stayed in April 2024

Very nice small hostel with a good location. The staff is super friendly, sociable and they do a lot of effort to provide information about the things happening in town (festival, things to do, good food spots etc.). I have never met staff that puts so much of their energy and passion in a hostel. The hostel itself is clean, cozy and you can feel like home very quickly. Warmly recommended!

Stayed in April 2024

Thank you for you friendly 😊

Stayed in April 2024

Good vibes, good location, very helpfull staff and owner, overall great experience

Stayed in April 2024

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.

Stayed in April 2024

Wish there was a curtain on the big window of the dorm towards the toilets but not end of the world. The hot water in the showers was an issue at times but when it worked, it was great. Power cuts on occasion in the city. Happens. Can be noisy at nights if holidays/events happen nearby. Once, I had to go to the next building over to take a hot shower at the hotel side but glad that the staff allowed for that and solved that issue. Wish there was breakfast on offer but being on the low season, I get it. Coming down to the reception from the dorm upstairs can be tricky with steep stairs, be careful.

Amazing place and location! Bhaktapur is explored easily from here. I came just before the busy season and had the dorm room mostly to myself and loved it! The owner is very friendly and kind. The beds are good, internet too. Privacy curtains on dorm beds are are a massive plus! Did I mention the great location?! I stayed over a week and very grateful! I had a great time while exploring this city and knowing I had this place to come back to, I was happy.

Stayed in February 2024

Owner is very kind, helpful and funny. Always willing to make your stay good. Don’t hesitate to ask him for any advice.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

This property is in the heart of the Old Town, and Bishwo is full of recommendations for what to see during your stay here. The room is comfortable with clean facilities, and affordable as well which makes everything easier. All the staff are friendly, and even helped me put together a short trip into the Valley for two days which I really appreciated.

Stayed in February 2024