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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. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the hostel. Boudhanath Stupa is 13 km from Hostel Swastik, while Pashupatinath is 14 km away. The nearest airport is Tribhuvan International Airport, 9 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.2
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Vaila
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    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!
  • Jenny
    Sweden Sweden
    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.
  • Badoglio
    Italy Italy
    beautiful people, good vibes and lots of hospitality. I'll be back soon!
  • Hannah
    Netherlands Netherlands
    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...
  • Lucie
    Germany Germany
    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...
  • Jem
    Nepal Nepal
    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...
  • Thibault
    France France
    Owner is very kind, helpful and funny. Always willing to make your stay good. Don’t hesitate to ask him for any advice.
  • Leo
    Nepal Nepal
    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...
  • Jan
    Italy Italy
    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...
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Owner and people working there are super friendly, loved the evening tours around Bhaktapur :)

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Swastik Food and Beverage
    • Cuisine
      Nepalese
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Hostel Swastik
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bingo
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
    Off-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Pub crawls
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Karaoke
  • Games room
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Parking garage
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 13:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 06:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroCash

FAQs about Hostel Swastik

  • Hostel Swastik has 1 restaurant:

    • Swastik Food and Beverage
  • Hostel Swastik offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Karaoke
    • Evening entertainment
    • Bike tours
    • Aerobics
    • Movie nights
    • Yoga classes
    • Happy hour
    • Cooking class
    • Pub crawls
    • Fitness
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Bingo
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Live music/performance
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Hostel Swastik is 800 yards from the centre of Bhaktapur. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Hostel Swastik is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Hostel Swastik may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.