As Bhaktapur of late has evolved itself into a popular tourist destination; the growth of hospitality business in this city is but natural. In recent years, the city has seen considerable surge in tourism trade including hotels, restaurants and handicrafts in and around the historic territory. Like anywhere else, the hotels and guesthouses in Bhaktapur do vary in size and standard, but things that they all have in common are their convenient location, varieties of amenities and above all, the personalized service they offer to their customers. The rooms are well-appointed, most of them having all amenities that a modern traveller may look for. For those whose preferences are for luxury-starred hotels, it is only a few kilometres away from the city centre. The city is a favoured place for gourmets and gourmands as well. Tastefully decorated and well stocked, restaurants in this historic city serve varieties of culinary delights ranging from simple Nepali dal-bhaat to international delicacies. Adding to it, the ambience is serene and soothing. And always with an eye on hygiene, what they offer to their customers suit both their palates and wallets.
1. Café de' Temple Town :
On the right, just after you give your entrance ticket to the guard, this restaurant commands an excellent view of Durbar Square. The fixed lunch of Indian food includes two chapatis (unleavened, pitalike bread), basmati rice, chicken masala that is not too spicy, papadam (fried bread), butter-fried daal, pickles, and, of course, curd. The music is gentle, and the service is friendly. AE, MC, V.
Address: Durbar Square, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Phone: 01/6612357
2. Café Nyatapola:
Next to Nyatapola temple, Kathmandu Valley's tallest temple, this crowded café is on the second floor of a pagoda-shape building that once served as a temple and provides excellent viewing of the square. You can order anything from spring vegetable curry to hamburgers and french fries, although most patrons simply prefer to stop here to drink and people-watch.
No Credit Cards Accepted.
Address: Taumadhi Square, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Phone: 01/6610346
3. Bhadgaon Guest House:
Whatever your taste you can indulge it in Bhadgaon Guest house's world-class restaurant and a Bar. The Roof-top Restaurant features meals, serves multicuisine breakfast, meals, light snacks, authentic Italian meals, oriential delicacies from around South East Asia and also offers the choicest drinks and snacks.
Address: Taumadhi Square, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Phone: 1-6610 488
Places to see
Durbar Square * Taumadhi Square * The Nyatapola Temple * Dattatraya Square * Pottery Square
