Shiva Guest House
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#4 of 16 hotels in Bhaktapur
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4.9
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4.4
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4.1
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4.4
Sleep Quality
3.9
Eco-Friendly Heritage Guest House. SHIVA GUEST HOUSE-pleasantly located in the heart of the Durbar Square is your address in Bhaktapur. Standing next to the Yaksheshwor Temple the city's oldest edifice dating back to 1472 AD, the guest house is where you can start your exploration trip from. You can do here what many of our esteemed guests including scholars, students and even a film crew of Bertculocci from Hollywood have done in the past. We are always behind you to help materialize your cherished dreams in Bhaktapur and beyond. With a team of professionals around, you will surely feel that you have made a right decision choosing us. SHIVA GUEST HOUSE, as our well-wishers say, is suited to all types of travelers. For your personal comfort, we offer 15 well appointed rooms, many often overlooking the palatial square in the gracious elegance. For the gourmands and gourmands, we have the Cafe Corner, which serve a wide verity of cuisine to suite both you pallet and wallet. The culinary delights here range from Newari and Nepali Dal Bhat to Chinese, Mexican, Italian, Indian and Continental delicacies. And when comes the question of the quality of our culinary offerings. We never forget Hygiene is our top priority. Adding to the mesmerizing ambience, we also have rooftop garden from which you can savor the splendor of nature's graciousness all around on the south, the bliss you feel at SHIVA GUEST HOUSE is something different.
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Property amenities
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Restaurant
Airport transportation
Photo copier / fax In business center
Foot massage
Baggage storage
Concierge
24-hour check-in
Wifi
Full body massage
Massage
Currency exchange
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Shared bathroom
ATM on site
First aid kit
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
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Classic
Languages Spoken
Hindi
Location
5 Durbar Square, Bhaktapur 44800 Nepal
Getting there
Great for walkers
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The hotel is very central and the immediate vicinity of Bhaktapur is within walking distance very well to explore.
Rooms are clean, there are even mosquito screens on the windows and a large fan in case the nights are warmer.
The food (breakfast, lunch, dinner) is fantastic and is prepared extremely hygienically, the staff even disinfect their hands before plates and cutlery are brought in, so hotel-induced stomach/intestinal problems are avoided.
The staff speak English and are very accommodating and friendly.
A great place to open up and surrender to Nepal's spiritual energies.
Rooms are clean, there are even mosquito screens on the windows and a large fan in case the nights are warmer.
The food (breakfast, lunch, dinner) is fantastic and is prepared extremely hygienically, the staff even disinfect their hands before plates and cutlery are brought in, so hotel-induced stomach/intestinal problems are avoided.
The staff speak English and are very accommodating and friendly.
A great place to open up and surrender to Nepal's spiritual energies.
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Traveled with friends
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The location on Durbar Square could not be bettered. The service was first class including arranging taxis for us. The room and shared bathroom were small, simple and typical of Nepalese rooms at this price point. We had a lovely view over the Square (still being rebuilt after the earthquake but still an incredibly beautiful place). We visited in the coldest month and there is permanent natural ventilation in all the rooms meaning it was certainly rather cold but we anticipated this and supplemented the bedding with our warm sleeping bags. If you don’t have these and visit in winter ask for more blankets. I am sure they will give you some. Breakfast was great too. I would stop again if visiting without doubt.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from kailashdhaubanjar, Guest Relations Manager at Shiva Guest House
Responded Jan 25, 2020
Dear Guest Thank you for your warm feedback and enjoyed our hospitality . We hope to see you again.
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I travel to Nepal every year. Shiva Guesthouse is where I like to stay the most. Whether a regular visitor or first timer, guests are treated like family. Nepal was closed to foreigners for eight months and opened to trekkers only one month ago. For this reason tourism-related businesses are all closed. But Shiva is open. I spent the past week here to fulfill the quarantine requirement. Shiva’s restaurant is open with a reduced menu, but the manager offered to make anything else if I asked him. Such is the hospitality you can expect.
Actually this is an ideal time to visit Bhaktapur. In normal times there is an overabundance of trinket shops. But right now, almost all are closed for lack of tourists. The local culture and traditions are more apparent. Keep safe, but come to Bhaktapur if you can.
Actually this is an ideal time to visit Bhaktapur. In normal times there is an overabundance of trinket shops. But right now, almost all are closed for lack of tourists. The local culture and traditions are more apparent. Keep safe, but come to Bhaktapur if you can.
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Date of stay: November 2020
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Response from Kailash Dhau, Guest Services / Front Office at Shiva Guest House
Responded Nov 17, 2020
Dear Tony Thank you for your warm feedback and enjoyed our hospitality . Its great to welcome you again. Hope to see you again with next visit . Please stay safe .
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This place is right in the middle of the medieval areas of Bhaktapur, in front of temples and in a very historic building, comfy bed, good shower.
The restaurant has everything you need, great food, cold beer, very good breakfast.
We really love the place and would stay again.
The restaurant has everything you need, great food, cold beer, very good breakfast.
We really love the place and would stay again.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Room Tip:Â best location, comfy bed, good shower, awesome restaurant
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We didn't stay here (but I wish we had), but we came constantly for breakfast, lunch and dinner. As others have said, the restaurant really exceeds expectations. I had no idea that we would have such fresh, healthy, tasty and safe food in Nepal. (FYI, in 2.5 weeks, nobody in our family had any stomach ailments, again defying what we expected in Nepal). The kids loved everything and ate so well. The owner even played soccer with my son each day while we waited for the meals. Just superb.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Lovely place and service!!! Very warm feeling and so welcoming stuff. Nice food too. In the very center place Durbar Square, with all the ancient temples, towers, bells, fantastic handcarwingworks, artmuseum...
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from kailashdhaubanjar, Guest Relations Manager at Shiva Guest House
Responded Mar 21, 2020
Dear Guest Thank you for your warm feedback and enjoyed our hospitality . We hope to see your next visit. Stay safe.
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The location is superb, and the staff are so warm, friendly, and supportive. This was a great experience! As it turns out, we visited Bhaktapur’s Durbar Square on a day when there was filming going on, so we got to take in some performances by dancers and drummers. What fun!
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Traveled with friends
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One of the best place to hang around in Bhaktapur. Clean and hygienic rooms. Coffee shop and food is very good as well.
Located at the heart of Bkt square, its own of the best in the city. Price are reasonable too.
Located at the heart of Bkt square, its own of the best in the city. Price are reasonable too.
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Date of stay: May 2020Trip type: Traveled with friends
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My friend and i visited Bhaktapur for a few days, during our 3 week visit to Nepal in Oct/Nov06.
The Shiva Hotel is situated directly on Durbar Square, as you enter the gates to the city.
We were able to secure a room immediately, which was very spacious and immaculate, and being a front room, we had a fantastic view acrosss Durbar Square and the amazing various temples which stand upon it.
The staff were very friendly and this was reflected in the relaxed and fun atmosphere which existed, especially at evening meals.
I would highly recommend a stay at the Shiva, the service and food they provide is second to none.
Bhaktapur is a truly amazing ancient city to visit.
The Shiva Hotel is situated directly on Durbar Square, as you enter the gates to the city.
We were able to secure a room immediately, which was very spacious and immaculate, and being a front room, we had a fantastic view acrosss Durbar Square and the amazing various temples which stand upon it.
The staff were very friendly and this was reflected in the relaxed and fun atmosphere which existed, especially at evening meals.
I would highly recommend a stay at the Shiva, the service and food they provide is second to none.
Bhaktapur is a truly amazing ancient city to visit.
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Date of stay: October 2006Trip type: Traveled with friends
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We never booked anything when we arrived in Bhaktapur. We tried to check few guest houses including the Peacock but the prices are pretty high. We end up in Shiva since its already dark. Location is great but the bell in the opposite temple is a bit annoying specially when you want to sleep. We decided to moved to other guest house which is located at the back of Shiva.
We had dinner and breakfast at Shiva's restaurant, well food is ok. Its fun when you sit outside having meal while watching tourist taking pictures.
We had dinner and breakfast at Shiva's restaurant, well food is ok. Its fun when you sit outside having meal while watching tourist taking pictures.
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Date of stay: March 2015Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from kailashdhaubanjar, Guest Relations Manager at Shiva Guest House
Responded Jul 15, 2015
Dear Guest Thank you for your warm feedback and enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to see you again and please share your visit to your friends and family. Bhaktapur, Nepal is safe to travel.
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Hello you can send us email in bisket@wlinkcomnp or from agodacom or bookingcom
Dear Pnina
Nice to hear from you. We do have room available you can contact on us on hotet site.
Well shiva 1 is our old building and has 4 standard room and 6 room with sharing bathroom , Has view of the square and shiva 2 is our new building , has 11 standard rooms, is just 1 min. distance from the square. For the hot shower it depends on weather and according the power cut time. but mostly we have hot shower
"There is no elevator, but the rooms on the higher floors are quieter with better views. The hotel is not loud, but Bhaktapur is!"Read full review
"Best view is first floor of the 3 rooms that share 2 baths (also the least expensive)"Read full review
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PRICE RANGE
$21 - $42 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
shiva guest house1 and 2, shiva guest house1 & 2 hotel bhaktapur, shiva hotel kathmandu
LOCATION
NepalCentral RegionBagmati ZoneKathmandu ValleyBhaktapur
NUMBER OF ROOMS
24
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shiva Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to Shiva Guest House?
Nearby attractions include Nyatapola Temple (0.07 miles), Bhaktapur Durbar Square (0.01 miles), and Taumadhi Square (0.08 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Shiva Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and airport transportation.
What food & drink options are available at Shiva Guest House?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Shiva Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Community At The Nanee, Alphabet Pizzeria, and Beans The Coffee Shop.
Does Shiva Guest House have airport transportation?
Yes, Shiva Guest House offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Shiva Guest House located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.1 miles away from the center of Bhaktapur.
Are there any historical sites close to Shiva Guest House?
Many travelers enjoy visiting 55 Window Palace (0.05 miles), Peacock Window (0.4 miles), and Bhaktapur Durbar Square (0.07 miles).